{"product_id":"macallan-1940-fine-rare-malt-43","title":"Macallan Fine \u0026 Rare 35 Year Old – 1940 Vintage","description":"\u003cp\u003eMacallan Fine \u0026amp; Rare 35 Year Old – 1940 Vintage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Macallan Fine \u0026amp; Rare Collection is renowned for its extraordinary vintage releases, and the 1940 vintage stands out as a true piece of whisky history. Distilled in 1940 and first bottled by Gordon and MacPhail in 1975, this 35 year old single malt was later officially re-bottled by Macallan in 2002. With only 420 bottles produced, this is a rare opportunity to own one of the most collectible expressions from Macallan.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis peated single malt offers a captivating mix of floral delicacy, citrus fruit, and gentle charred smoke on the nose. The palate is rich and oaky, featuring dried fruit, sweet nuttiness, caramelised apple, and subtle smokiness. The finish is drying, with notes of cinder toffee, spice, and dying bonfire embers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKey Features \u003cbr\u003eDistillery: Macallan \u003cbr\u003eRegion: Speyside, Scotland \u003cbr\u003eAge: 35 years \u003cbr\u003eVintage: 1940 \u003cbr\u003eYear Bottled: 1975 (re-bottled by Macallan in 2002) \u003cbr\u003eAlcohol: 43% ABV \u003cbr\u003eCask Wood Type: Sherry \u003cbr\u003eNumber Bottled: 420 \u003cbr\u003eCountry of Origin: Scotland\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTasting Notes \u003cbr\u003eNose: Floral delicacy, citrus fruit, toffee, vanilla pod, dried sultana and apricot, gentle charred smoke \u003cbr\u003ePalate: Oaky with dried fruit, sweet nuttiness (almond, coconut, cashew), caramelised apple, and subtle smoke \u003cbr\u003eFinish: Drying with cinder toffee sweetness, spice, and notes of dying bonfire embers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDistillery Story \u003cbr\u003eSince its launch in 2002, the Macallan Fine \u0026amp; Rare Collection has featured over 50 vintage releases, each representing the pinnacle of the distillery’s craftsmanship and heritage. The 1940 vintage is a remarkable example of Macallan’s ability to balance peat, fruit, and oak in a truly collectible single malt.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect For \u003cbr\u003eCollectors of vintage and rare single malts \u003cbr\u003eMacallan enthusiasts seeking a unique piece of history \u003cbr\u003eAnyone looking for a whisky with both heritage and character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDelivery \u0026amp; Authenticity \u003cbr\u003eAll bottles are shipped securely, fully insured, and guaranteed authentic. Bid with confidence and add this Macallan Fine \u0026amp; Rare 35 Year Old 1940 Vintage to your collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlace your bid to secure a genuine piece of whisky-making history from one of Scotland’s most prestigious distilleries.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Whiskys Auction","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52816809820497,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0827\/4028\/1681\/files\/IMG-0114.jpg?v=1768505130","url":"https:\/\/whiskysauction.co.uk\/products\/macallan-1940-fine-rare-malt-43","provider":"Whiskys Auction","version":"1.0","type":"link"}