The Macallan 10 Year Old Sherry Oak - Mid 2000s
- Distillery
- The Macallan
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 40%
- Age
- 10 years
- Price
- £299
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Chocolate, Vanilla, Old Wood, Dried Fruit
- Description
- The Macallan's classic 10-year-old from the mid-2000s, aged entirely in hand-selected sherry casks that define the distillery's house style. Expect generous notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and subtle oak spice balanced by honeyed sweetness and a soft mouthfeel. The sherry influence creates richness without heaviness, making this an approachable entry into premium sherry-matured Scotch. Ideal for those discovering why Macallan's commitment to quality cask sourcing built its reputation.
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The Macallan 10 Year Old Sherry Oak - Mid 2000s is a 10-year-old single malt from The Macallan (Scotland), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, chocolate, vanilla, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
The Macallan's classic 10-year-old from the mid-2000s, aged entirely in hand-selected sherry casks that define the distillery's house style. Expect generous notes of dried fruit, chocolate, and subtle oak spice balanced by honeyed sweetness and a soft mouthfeel. The sherry influence creates richness without heaviness, making this an approachable entry into premium sherry-matured Scotch. Ideal for those discovering why Macallan's commitment to quality cask sourcing built its reputation.
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