Whisky 21 yo PortWood 70cl - The Balvenie

The Balvenie

Whisky · 70 cl · 40.0% vol · Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sweet spices

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Producer The Balvenie
Type Whisky
Aromatic profile Notes of dried fruit, vanilla, sweet spices
Ingredients Malted barley, water, yeast
Format 70 cl
Gradation 40.0%
Type of cask Ex-sherry and port oak casks
Aging 21 years
Distillation method Distillation in copper stills
Number of distillations 2
Filtration Not cold filtered
Color Dark amber
Consumption Neat, with water or ice
The Whisky 21 yo PortWood 70cl - The Balvenie is a spirit that fascinates connoisseurs with its elegant balance between tradition and complexity. Originating from the Scottish Highlands, this interpretation stands out for its unique maturation in port wood casks, which imparts a rich and enveloping character.

The aging process, which initially involves traditional oak barrels followed by an extended period in casks used for port, grants the whisky deep notes of ripe red fruits, vanilla, and a touch of sweet spices. On the nose, there is a layering of warm and soft aromas, while on the palate the texture is silky, with a long and harmonious finish that leaves persistent hints of dried fruit and dark chocolate.

This single malt is ideal for accompanying moments of contemplation or a refined after-dinner, pairing elegantly with aged cheeses or desserts based on red fruits. Its complex structure and balance between sweetness and smoothness make it an enveloping sensory experience, perfect for those seeking a mature whisky that tells the richness of the land and the artisanal mastery of The Balvenie.
Distillery

The Balvenie

Distillery

Discover the spirits, production style and story of The Balvenie.

The Balvenie is a renowned single malt Scotch produced in Dufftown (Speyside). The brand is known for its artisanal approach — the so‑called "Five Rare Crafts" — and for a range of expressions focused on maturation and wood‑finishing.
whisky single malt Speyside single malt aged whisky whisky with cask finishing
Country Scotland, United Kingdom
Region Speyside
Founded 1892

Distillation

Double distillation in copper pot stills; the shape and configuration of the stills contribute to the character of the spirit.

Ageing

Aging in oak casks; widespread use of wood finishing (transfer into casks that have held sherry, rum, port or into virgin American oak to achieve different aromatic profiles).

Raw materials

malted barley spring water (Robbie Dubh)

Representative products

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