Glenfarclas 17 Year Old 2003 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Campbeltown
- Distillery
- Glenfarclas
- Region
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 52.3%
- Age
- 17 years
- Price
- £250
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Chocolate, Toasted, Dried Fruit
- Description
- This Glenfarclas from 2003 spent 17 years maturing before reaching cask strength, capturing the Speyside distillery's signature rich, sherried character at full intensity. The extended maturation developed layers of dried stone fruit, warming spice, and toasted oak, while the higher alcohol preserves the whisky's weight and complexity on the palate. A premium independent bottling suited to whisky enthusiasts who value cask strength expression.
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Glenfarclas 17 Year Old 2003 - Cadenhead's Whisky Shop Campbeltown is a 17-year-old single malt from Glenfarclas (Scotland), bottled at 52.3% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — sherried, chocolate, toasted, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This Glenfarclas from 2003 spent 17 years maturing before reaching cask strength, capturing the Speyside distillery's signature rich, sherried character at full intensity. The extended maturation developed layers of dried stone fruit, warming spice, and toasted oak, while the higher alcohol preserves the whisky's weight and complexity on the palate. A premium independent bottling suited to whisky enthusiasts who value cask strength expression.
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