The Macallan Sherry Oak 18 Years Old, 2023 Release forms part of Macallan’s Sherry Oak Collection which features a series of single malt whiskies matured in hand-picked sherry seasoned oak casks from Jerez for richness and complexity. A full bodied palate of mature oak, ginger and raisin flavours is complimented by a light mahogany natural colour.
A beautifully expressive Loire Valley white, Le Prieuré de Saint-Ceols Menetou-Salon 2020 captures the purity and elegance that make Sauvignon Blanc from this appellation so sought after. Crafted with precision in the heart of Menetou-Salon, this vintage offers a finely balanced profile of freshness, minerality, and subtle complexity.
The nose opens with bright citrus aromas – lemon zest and grapefruit – layered with notes of green apple, white peach, and a gentle herbal lift. On the palate, the wine is crisp and vibrant, delivering clean, refreshing acidity alongside flavours of lime, gooseberry, and a delicate flinty minerality that reflects the region’s limestone-rich soils.
Elegant and refined, this is a versatile Sauvignon Blanc that pairs beautifully with seafood, goat’s cheese, fresh salads, or light poultry dishes, while its mineral edge makes it a superb choice as an aperitif.
A bold, approachable Argentine red crafted from hand-selected Cabernet Sauvignon grapes grown in Mendoza’s sun-drenched vineyards. The 2018 vintage shows excellent balance, depth, and maturity, offering exceptional value for those who enjoy richly flavoured New World Cabernet.
On the nose, expect inviting aromas of blackcurrant, ripe plum, and subtle cherry, lifted by hints of cedar and warm spice from its gentle ageing in oak. The palate is smooth and rounded, delivering layers of dark fruit, soft tannins, and a touch of vanilla, framed by a pleasing freshness that keeps the wine lively and food-friendly.
This is a versatile Cabernet perfect for pairing with grilled meats, roast lamb, tomato-based dishes, or mature cheeses – or simply enjoyed on its own.
After 18 years of patient pursuit, 18 years of absorbing and evolving, the crisp and fruity spirit from Glenrothes is enriched. The unexpected begins to emerge. What had been simple, becomes more subtle. Deeper dimensions unfurl and linger. A richly rounded flavour blooms.
Aroma
Ripe pear and sweet vanilla pods, tempered by aromatic orange oil. Invigorating almond notes and a well-rounded fragrance add complexity, whilst a hint of dried ginger spice creates unassuming depth.
Taste
A rich and deep flavour, alive with sweet ginger, pear and rose water. Aromatic fruit and light oak create gentle spice, which balances nicely against an undercurrent of creamy vanilla.
Finish
Divine sweetness balanced with spice and a gently peppery undertone.
This exceptionally limited release from Ben Nevis was distilled in 2000 and drawn from a single bourbon hogshead, cask #1002, which yielded just 311 bottles in total. With only one cask ever produced for this bottling, its scarcity is immediately apparent, making it a highly sought-after expression for collectors of Highland whisky.
After 22 years of slow maturation, the spirit developed a refined profile that balances fresh orchard fruits and honeyed sweetness with gentle oak spice, but the defining feature of this release is its purity and rarity: bottled at 46.2%, with no chill-filtration and no added colour, it presents the spirit exactly as the distillery intended.
Single-cask Ben Nevis bottlings of this age are now extremely uncommon, and with only a few hundred bottles ever made available worldwide, this is a whisky that highlights both the quality of the distillate and the exclusivity of the release. Once these few bottles are gone, there will never be another cask quite like it.
Distilled on the Isle of Mull in 1995 and matured for 27 years in a single bourbon hogshead, cask #1976, this Tobermory release stands among the island’s most scarce long-aged expressions. The cask yielded just 294 bottles, each one representing a piece of Tobermory’s older stock — something that is becoming increasingly hard to source as demand continues to rise.
Bottled at a powerful natural cask strength of 53.4% and left unfiltered and uncoloured, this whisky captures the distillery’s trademark fruitiness and coastal brightness, enriched by decades of slow maturation. The combination of age, single-cask status and restricted outturn makes this a highly desirable release for collectors of island malts. With fewer than 300 bottles ever produced and no possibility of recreating this exact cask profile, this is a whisky defined not only by its flavour but by its genuine scarcity and one-off nature.
This distinguished 33-year-old Aberlour originates from a single bourbon hogshead, cask #3651, filled in 1989 and left to mature for more than three decades before being bottled in an extremely limited run of just 192 bottles.
Long-aged single-cask Aberlour is increasingly rare in the market, and the fact that this whisky comes from a lone cask makes it particularly special. When the final bottle is opened, the cask’s character is lost forever. Bottled at 42.4% without chill filtration or added colour, this release represents Aberlour at its most elegant: fruit-driven, softly spiced and wonderfully mature. The limited production not only enhances its collectability but firmly positions it as a unique piece of Speyside whisky history.
From the silent Imperial Distillery, this 33-year-old single malt is an extraordinarily rare snapshot of a lost Speyside producer. Distilled in 1989 and matured in cask #2069, a single bourbon barrel, it produced an exceptionally small outturn of just 107 individually numbered bottles — a number that underlines just how scarce whisky from Imperial has become since its closure.
Now long demolished, Imperial cannot produce another drop, and each remaining cask grows more valuable and more limited every year. This release, bottled at its natural cask strength of 51.3% and left uncoloured and non-chill filtered, showcases beautifully mature Speyside fruit, honeyed richness and warming spice, but beyond flavour it is the rarity that stands out: only one cask, only one moment in time, and only 107 bottles available globally.
For collectors and enthusiasts of silent distilleries, this is the type of release that disappears almost as quickly as it arrives.
Discover the elegance and craftsmanship of Louis Royer VSOP Cognac, a house celebrated for its dedication to quality since 1853. Blended from eaux-de-vie sourced from the finest crus of the Cognac region, this VSOP showcases the signature style of Louis Royer.
Aged for a minimum of four years, Louis Royer VSOP reveals a beautifully layered profile. On the nose, notes of ripe orchard fruits, honey, and vanilla emerge, underpinned by gentle floral tones. The palate is smooth and rounded, offering spiced oak, apricot, caramel, and subtle nutty warmth, leading to a long, satisfying finish. Its complexity makes it a superb choice for sipping neat, over ice, or as an elevated base for classic Cognac cocktails.
Whether enjoyed at home, gifted for a special occasion, or showcased in a premium drinks collection, Louis Royer VSOP stands out as a refined expression of traditional Cognac-making excellence.
A luxurious expression of time and tradition, the Sandeman 20 Year Old Tawny Port showcases two decades of careful aging in oak casks, delivering layers of caramel, dried fruit, nuts and spice. Silky, rich and beautifully balanced, it’s a benchmark for fine tawny port.
Presented in an elegant gift box with two tasting glasses, this set makes a perfect present for any wine lover or celebration. An exceptional value for the quality and heritage it represents — ideal for sipping after dinner or pairing with cheese, chocolate and dessert.
Discover the extraordinary Bowmore 40 Years Old, a rare and remarkable single malt from one of Islay’s oldest distilleries. Aged for four decades in the finest oak casks, this expression embodies the very essence of Bowmore’s craftsmanship, heritage, and dedication to perfection.
Matured slowly in the distillery’s legendary No. 1 Vaults, the world’s oldest Scotch maturation warehouse. Bowmore 40 captures the delicate balance of time, tide, and tradition. The result is a whisky of exceptional depth and complexity, where rich layers of tropical fruit, dark chocolate, and aromatic smoke intertwine seamlessly.
On the nose, Bowmore 40 Years Old reveals elegant notes of mango, papaya, and honeyed oak, followed by hints of tobacco leaf and maritime salt. The palate delivers an exquisite fusion of toffee, roasted nuts, and spiced fruits, perfectly complemented by Bowmore’s signature gentle peat smoke. The finish is endlessly long, warming, and beautifully balanced, a true reflection of Bowmore’s mastery of maturation.
Encased in an exquisite hand-blown decanter and presented in a bespoke display case, Bowmore 40 stands as a collector’s treasure and a celebration of Islay’s rich whisky legacy. Each bottle is individually numbered, making it a once-in-a-lifetime addition for the most discerning whisky enthusiasts.
Whether enjoyed on a special occasion or held as an investment piece, Bowmore 40 Years Old represents the pinnacle of Bowmore’s artistry. A rare gem that showcases what four decades of patient ageing can achieve.
Please note it will take roughly 1 week to arrive as we will need to organise a dedicated courier.
A celebration of craftsmanship and time, MacPhail’s 21 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky embodies the elegance and depth that Gordon & MacPhail are renowned for. Matured patiently for over two decades in carefully selected oak casks, this exceptional release delivers remarkable complexity and refinement, showcasing the art of long-term maturation.
On the nose, rich aromas of sherry-soaked fruits, toffee, and dark chocolate unfold, layered with hints of oak spice and dried figs. The palate is luxuriously smooth, offering flavours of sweet malt, roasted nuts, and gentle smoke, balanced beautifully by notes of honey, orange zest, and warming spice. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a lingering touch of oak and soft fruit.
Presented in a premium gift box, MacPhail’s 21 Year Old is a whisky to be savoured and shared. The perfect choice for collectors, connoisseurs, or as a prestigious whisky gift for special occasions.
Tasting Notes:
Nose: Sherry richness, dried fruit, toffee, and polished oak
Palate: Sweet malt, nuts, honey, and soft spice
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