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Balvenie 18 Year Old 2005 French Pineau Casks - A Collection of Curious Casks is a 18-year-old single malt from Balvenie (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 47.9% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, sweet and floral character — honey, cooked fruit, vanilla, fresh fruit. A well-balanced whisky that appeals to both newcomers and enthusiasts. A collector's expression at a premium price point.

Balvenie's classic unpeated character takes an unexpected turn with a finish in French Pineau casks, adding floral and dried stone-fruit complexity to the distillery's naturally sweet profile. The marriage of Speyside malt with Cognac-region cask influence creates an elegant, digestif-like finish.

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