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Auction: SFW24 - The Dedicated Macallan Whisky Timed Auction
Lot: 2

Macallan 1991 - 25 years old - #21389 - Davidoff of Geneva Btl no.388
Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distilled 29th November 1991 by The Macallan Distillers, Ltd., Craigellachie.
Matured for 25 years.
Sherry butt.
Bottled 01st December 2016 by Signatory at cask strength.
Specially selected for Davidoff of Geneva.
Out-turn 494, individually-numbered.
Good label.
Original plush veneer gift case.
53.8% 70cl.

This lucky bottle number 388 was specially reserved by Davidoff of Geneva.
The rest of the 494 bottles are limited to release in selected Davidoff retail locations from May 2017, at HK$25,900.

THE DISTILLERS
This expression of sherry-seasoned Macallan is a very classic example of the distillers' signature work, earning it's reputation of their outstanding quality above all else.
Only a thin cut of their stills was used to fill the sherry-seasoned casks, and only a very very small percentage of their casks, like this one, were allowed to be matured into single-cask-bottling quality.

TASTE PROFILE
Nose:
The first nose has spices (star anise, cardamom) & subtle sulphur notes; with aeration, we move on to briny & salted caramel aromas. The style is bright, modern & elegant; the slight brininess is reminiscent of a fino sherry. There is also a floral touch (white flowers) & green apple; and opens up to custardy/ confectionary notes, marmalade & candied orange peel; rancio, green walnuts, leather & toasted notes complement the finish.

Palate:
Sharp & chiselled, the alcohol is present but not overwhelming. The finish is nutty and pretty bright (hazelnut).

Comments:
A classic and elegant Macallan flavour profile, where sherry oak is present yet does not overwhelm the whisky.

Estimate
HK$26,000 to HK$48,000