The Marriage
SINGLE MALT SCOTCH WHISKY
AGED 31 YEARS
DISTILLED AT MACALLAN
A MARRIAGE OF TWO SINGLE CASKS
Our wedded casks will produce an estimated 292 bottles, and whether you look upon yours as an investment, a gift or a source of immense personal pleasure, satisfaction is assured.
RRP £5200
Label approved by the SWA
Colour: Dark amber
Nose: Intensely nutty and complex, with chopped Brazil nuts, some mossy, moist tobacco, old leather, dark Arabica coffee beans and cocoa powder. Given time in the glass, a lighter fruity note emerges with a hint of fresh orchard stone fruit arrives, alongside vanilla pods and a touch of blood orange zest.
Palate: Oily and thick mouth feel, with an initial dry note of dark chocolate, dried figs and stewed black cherries. It’s robust, dark, rich and textured. With a touch of water, some fruitier flavours arrive, with a hint of some tropical mango, fresh black cherries and butterscotch.
Finish: Lengthy and surprisingly fresh, with the black cherry taking the lead, alongside a lingering sweet vanilla and toasted oak.
Overall comment: A rich, dark and mysterious Macallan, with layers of complexity, which unveil themselves as time progresses. Well balanced and highly drinkable.
By Neil Ridley, Drinks Writer and Presenter on Channel 4’s Sunday Brunch
Colour: Dark amber
Nose: Intensely nutty and complex, with chopped Brazil nuts, some mossy, moist tobacco, old leather, dark Arabica coffee beans and cocoa powder. Given time in the glass, a lighter fruity note emerges with a hint of fresh orchard stone fruit arrives, alongside vanilla pods and a touch of blood orange zest.
Palate: Oily and thick mouth feel, with an initial dry note of dark chocolate, dried figs and stewed black cherries. It’s robust, dark, rich and textured. With a touch of water, some fruitier flavours arrive, with a hint of some tropical mango, fresh black cherries and butterscotch.
Finish: Lengthy and surprisingly fresh, with the black cherry taking the lead, alongside a lingering sweet vanilla and toasted oak.
Overall comment: A rich, dark and mysterious Macallan, with layers of complexity, which unveil themselves as time progresses. Well balanced and highly drinkable.
By Gordon Coxhill, Whisky Enthusiast & Journalist