| Brand | The Macallan |
| Region | Scotland |
| Spirits Type | Sake |
| Spirits Style | |
| ABV | 54.8% |
Product details
FINE & RARE 1997
- This exceptional expression with notes of dark cherries and Medjool date has an initial sweetness on the palate, with a nostalgic medley of vanilla, apple and nutmeg. The resplendent red walnut hue is attributed to more than a quarter of a century of maturation in a first fill sherry seasoned European oak butt cask.
- A single cask of The Macallan Fine & Rare was filled on the 20th of January 1997 and bottled over 26 years later. The largest assembly of vintage-dated, single malt whiskies in the world, this Collection is a celebration of place and moment in time, creating a rare opportunity to explore those that have come before us.
- This product has been released with limited availability.
1997 - THE YEAR THAT WAS
- In the annals of Hollywood history, 1997 stands out as a momentous year, marked by record-breaking films and iconic franchises gracing the silver screen.
- As Hollywood became an adored American export, 1997 marked a historic milestone for The Macallan, with international sales surpassing domestic for the first time, prominently led by the thriving U.S. market. In homage to this transformative year, The Macallan proudly presents its 1997 Fine & Rare release, capturing the essence of that landmark year.
- Tim Walker photographed The Macallan Fine & Rare 1997, capturing a year that was captivated by the glamour and allure of Hollywood.
- Using the neon lights of his hometown cinema as inspiration, Tim Walker has brought this year to life with his charming and nostalgic stop-motion film which pays homage to that historic year for Hollywood and The Macallan. Tim Walker and Tony Ivanov co-directed the film, with Tamsin Scott styling.
THE DETAILS
- AGE OF WHISKY: 26 Years Old
- YEAR BOTTLED: 2023
- CASK TYPE: Butt
- CASK No. 498
- TOTAL OUTTURN: 538 Bottle Equivalents
THE EXPERIENCE
- COLOUR: Resplendent red walnut
- NOSE: Rich fruit aromas of dark cherries, Medjool dates and raisins are on the nose, accompanied by warming cinnamon, sticky toffee pudding and aged oak.
- PALATE: An initial sweetness on the palate with a nostalgic medley of vanilla, apple and nutmeg gives way to an intense, rich oak with a depth of spice notes, warming aniseed and clove.
- FINISH : Long and luxurious with a gentle caress of spices, sweetness and antique oak.
A MOMENT IN TIME
- The Macallan Fine & Rare Collection is a celebration of place and moment in time, creating a rare opportunity to explore those that have come before us, their trials, their triumphs, how they have shaped our world, through a medium we can consume. Such opportunities are very rare.
- Launched early this century, The Macallan Fine & Rare Collection has grown to become the largest assembly of vintage-dated, single malt whiskies in the world. While the year each was bottled is specific, their longevity is open ended. Should they so wish, their guardians and their descendants could elect to keep them forever.
- They are, as one Collection, the sensory proof that the skill, vision and passion that have long characterised one of the world’s greatest spirits remain as sacrosanct today as they have always been. While it is in the character of The Macallan - and the people who make it - never to seize the limelight, for once, these exceptionally rare bottles can take centre stage in portraits that are love letters to an extraordinary era.
