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The Macallan 18 Year Old – Vintage 1980 (Sherry Oak, 1999 Release)
£3,100.00
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The Crown Jewel of 1980s Vintages
This is one of the most desirable bottles in the world of whisky collecting: a vintage Macallan 18 Year Old. Specifically, this is the 1980 Vintage, which was bottled in 1999.
During this era, Macallan exclusively used Golden Promise barley and matured their spirit 100% in Oloroso Sherry casks from Jerez, Spain. This specific bottling is famous for its rich, oily texture and profound notes of Christmas cake, ginger, and polished oak.
It is presented in the classic “Easter Elchies House” cream box. A notable detail on your specific bottle is the 75cl volume (indicated on the label as “75cl e”), which suggests it may have been originally destined for a specific export market (like Italy or the US) or Duty-Free, as the standard UK size had switched to 70cl by this time. This oddity can sometimes make it even more collectible to completists.
Tasting Profile:
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Nose: Dried fruits, ginger, and hints of citrus with a backdrop of wood smoke.
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Palate: Rich and resinous. Clove, orange oil, and dried apricots.
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Finish: Exceptionally long, with lingering toffee and spice.
Key Specifications
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Distillery: The Macallan (Speyside)
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Vintage: 1980
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Bottled: 1999
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Age: 18 Years Old
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Cask Type: 100% Sherry Oak
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ABV: 43%
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Volume: 75cl (Rare size for a 1999 bottling)
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