Whisky - Yamazaki Single Malt 18 ans
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Whisky - Yamazaki Single Malt 18 ans

Spirits Shop • Japan • Whisky

Regular price $9,549.00 tax included
Sale price $9,549.00 tax included Regular price $0.00
Unit price $9,549.00 / unit
Packaging : 1 x 70CL - Cardboard

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Description

  • Country Japan
  • Type Whisky
  • Producer Yamazaki
  • Color White
  • Alcohol 43

Yamazaki 18 Year Old Single Malt is a jewel in the world of Japanese whisky, produced by the Yamazaki distillery, Japan 's first, founded in 1923 by Shinjiro Torii. This whisky embodies Japanese heritage and craftsmanship, offering a unique sensory experience. Located in Osaka, the distillery benefits from a pure water source and a temperate climate, fostering the development of complex aromas. Yamazaki 18 Year Old is distinguished by its richness and depth, captivating connoisseurs worldwide.

Notes and pairings

Notes and pairings

Tasting notes

On the nose, the Yamazaki 18 Year Old unfolds aromas of dried fruit, dark chocolate, and honey, mingled with spicy and floral notes. On the palate, it offers a velvety texture, rich in flavors of ripe fruit, caramel, and tobacco, with beautiful complexity. The finish is long and elegant, leaving a warm and slightly smoky impression.

Food & wine pairings

Best enjoyed neat to appreciate its full richness, it can also be enhanced in a refined cocktail.

Producer

Producer

The Yamazaki distillery, a pioneer of Japanese whisky, is distinguished by its privileged location and artisanal expertise. Surrounded by verdant hills, it benefits from a mountain spring renowned for its purity. This fresh water, combined with a favorable climate, allows for the production of exceptional spirits. The team's passion, passed down through generations, is palpable at every stage of production, from the selection of ingredients to the maturation in casks. Yamazaki is a true symbol of Japanese culture, blending tradition and modernity, and its whisky is a celebration of the senses.

Owner and history

Today, the Yamazaki distillery is part of Suntory, founded by Shinjiro Torii. The Torii family has passed down its love of whisky through generations, and the distillery continues to thrive under the leadership of the new generation. The current owners are committed to preserving this heritage while innovating, exploring new techniques and collaborations to enrich their range. Their vision is to make Japanese whisky a symbol of quality and authenticity, and they relentlessly pursue this quest for excellence.

Vinification and aging

Yamazaki 18 Year Old is crafted using traditional Japanese methods, emphasizing the quality of the ingredients. The malted grains are carefully selected and then fermented with a specific yeast that enhances the aromas. Distillation takes place in copper pot stills, allowing for optimal flavor extraction. Cask maturation is essential, with each batch resting in oak casks that previously held sherry, imparting rich and complex notes. This meticulous process, combined with appropriate aging time, results in a whisky of great depth, a true reflection of the Japanese terroir.

The team's opinion

An iconic Japanese whisky, with a deep, dark, and silky character, revealing sherry, black fruits and precious woods in absolute elegance.

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