Speyside (M) 17 yo (2005/2023), Signatory Vintage – Cask Strength (Sherry Butt), 57.6%

Introduction

This exquisite 17-year-old Speyside single malt represents the epitome of Scottish whisky artistry, carefully selected and bottled by Signatory Vintage from a distillery whose name can only be hinted at with an “M” due to licensing restrictions.

Production Method

• Raw materials: Premium Scottish malted barley sourced from the Speyside region, known for its optimal growing conditions and soft water from the River Spey
• Distillation process: Traditional copper pot still distillation following time-honored Speyside methods, preserving the delicate character of the spirit
• Maturation: Aged for 17 years (distilled 2005, bottled 2023) in a premium 1st Fill Oloroso Sherry Butt, allowing for deep interaction between spirit and wood
• Special techniques: Bottled at natural cask strength (57.6%) without chill filtration, preserving all original flavors and aromas for maximum authenticity

Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich dried fruits, luxurious dark chocolate, Christmas cake, fragrant oak spices, hints of orange zest, and subtle vanilla undertones
• Palate: Full-bodied with intense sherry influence, offering layers of raisins, figs, cinnamon, cloves, dark chocolate, roasted nuts, and a touch of leather and tobacco
• Finish: Long, warming, and complex with lingering dried fruits, oak spices, dark chocolate, and a pleasant walnut bitterness balanced by sweet sherry notes

Recommended Serving

• Serving temperature: Room temperature (16-18°C) to fully appreciate the complex array of flavors
• Glass recommendation: Tulip-shaped whisky glass or Glencairn to concentrate the aromatic compounds
• Serving ideas: Best enjoyed neat, though a few drops of spring water may unlock additional flavor compounds. Allow 10-15 minutes of breathing time after pouring
• Food pairings: Dark chocolate, dried fruits, aged cheeses, or enjoyed alone as a contemplative after-dinner dram

Product Specifications

• Alcohol content: 57.6% ABV (cask strength)
• Bottle size: 70cl
• Country/Region of origin: Scotland, Speyside
• Certifications/Awards: Bottled by Signatory Vintage, one of Scotland’s most respected independent bottlers known for selecting exceptional casks

Summary

A Unique Tasting Experience

This 17-year-old Speyside single malt represents a pinnacle of sherry cask maturation, offering unparalleled depth and complexity that only time and expert cask selection can achieve.

As a single cask bottling, this whisky is inherently limited, with each bottle representing an unrepeatable expression that will never be recreated once the allocation is depleted.

Signatory Vintage’s rigorous selection process ensures only exceptional casks bearing their seal of approval reach the market, maintaining their reputation as one of Scotland’s most trusted independent bottlers.

Recognition from Connoisseurs

Serious whisky enthusiasts consistently seek out Signatory Vintage releases for their commitment to authenticity, minimal intervention, and presentation of whiskies in their purest form.

By choosing this bottling, you join a discerning community of collectors who value tradition, craftsmanship, and the opportunity to experience a historic distillery’s output in its most authentic expression.

Single cask bottlings from prestigious Speyside distilleries consistently rank among the most sought-after whiskies in auctions and private collections worldwide, recognized for their quality and investment potential.

From Speyside to You

This special bottling offers the rare privilege of experiencing a premium cask that would otherwise be destined solely for the distillery’s luxury blends, made available through Signatory’s special relationships with Scotland’s finest producers.

The warm, rich character of this sherry-matured whisky reflects the passion and dedication of the craftspeople who created it, from the maltsters and distillers to the coopers who formed the exceptional cask.

Whether you’re expanding your collection or seeking to share an extraordinary dram with fellow enthusiasts, this bottling connects you to centuries of Scottish whisky heritage and the remarkable terroir of Speyside.