Macallan 1997 (bottled 2015) - Speymalt (Gordon & MacPhail)
- Distillery
- The Macallan
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 43%
- Age
- 18 years
- Price
- £399
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Vanilla, Honey, Old Wood, Toasted
- Description
- Gordon & MacPhail's 1997 Macallan, bottled in 2015 at 18 years old, represents the distillery's traditional sherry-cask profile during its Speymalt range period. A single vintage from the respected independent bottler's collection.
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Macallan 1997 (bottled 2015) - Speymalt (Gordon & MacPhail) is a 18-year-old single malt from The Macallan (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 43% ABV. Expect sweet, fruity and oaky character — sherried, vanilla, honey, old wood. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Gordon & MacPhail's 1997 Macallan, bottled in 2015 at 18 years old, represents the distillery's traditional sherry-cask profile during its Speymalt range period. A single vintage from the respected independent bottler's collection.
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