Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Very Old And Rare 70cl, 40%

Description

Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Very Old And Rare 70cl 40% is one of the most celebrated Speyside single malt Scotch whiskies produced at the renowned Balvenie Distillery in Dufftown, Scotland. This iconic expression highlights the distillery’s pioneering expertise in cask finishing, combining long maturation with the rich influence of port wine casks.

The whisky is initially matured in traditional American oak ex-bourbon casks, where it develops Balvenie’s signature honeyed sweetness and soft vanilla character. It is then finished in port wine casks, which introduce additional layers of fruit richness, sweetness, and gentle spice.

During its 21 years of maturation, the whisky develops remarkable depth, elegance, and complexity. The port cask finishing enhances the spirit with flavours of red berries, dried fruits, caramel, and warm oak spice, while maintaining the smooth and balanced Speyside character for which Balvenie is known.

Bottled at 40% ABV, this expression offers a refined and harmonious flavour profile with a silky texture and elegant finish.

The result is a sophisticated single malt with flavours of honey, red fruits, vanilla, caramel, and soft spice.

Why Choose Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Very Old And Rare?

This expression is part of Balvenie’s prestigious “Very Old And Rare” range, highlighting the distillery’s finest and most mature whiskies.

The port cask finishing introduces rich fruit sweetness and complexity, perfectly complementing Balvenie’s classic honeyed spirit.

Ideal For.

This whisky is ideal for Balvenie collectors, Speyside whisky enthusiasts, and lovers of port cask-finished single malts who appreciate mature and elegant flavour profiles.

Product Details

Product Name: Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Very Old And Rare
Category: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
Distillery: Balvenie Distillery
Region: Speyside, Scotland

Age Statement: 21 Years Old

Series: Very Old And Rare

Bottle Size: 70cl
ABV: 40%

Cask Type: American Oak Ex-Bourbon Casks finished in Port Wine Casks

Natural Colour: Yes
Chill Filtration: Yes

Collector’s Note

The Balvenie 21 Year Old PortWood Very Old And Rare is widely regarded as one of the distillery’s most iconic expressions. It played a significant role in establishing Balvenie’s reputation for exceptional cask finishing techniques.

Highly appreciated by collectors and enthusiasts, this bottle represents a classic and elegant style of mature Speyside whisky.