70 cl
Glenfarclas Coilltean 1977 Samaroli 25th Anniversary
Vendor code : 1375
The Glenfarclas Coilltean 1977 Samaroli 25th Anniversary was distilled in 1977 and bottled in 1993 by R.W. Duthie & Co. to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Samaroli. Glenfarclas Distillery was chosen for this rare and collectible bottling. This family-run distillery produces many high-quality single malts, due in large part to its stock of old spirits, a resource that not every distillery can claim.
Country
Scotland
Distillery
Glenfarclas
Bottler
Samaroli (Sa)
Type
Single Malt
Age
16
Fortress
46,0%
Distillation date
1977
Bottling Date
1993
The Glenfarclas Coilltean 1977 Samaroli 25th Anniversary offers a very interesting flavor profile, notably free from sherry overtones. It begins with hints of sliced apples and vanilla cream, followed by notes of mint and aniseed, which add significantly to its complexity. Over time, the flavor becomes more herbaceous, with an intensifying smokiness—a truly unusual combination. Waxy or porcelain-like notes also emerge, reminiscent of Clynelish, alongside black earth and moss. This is a very "naked" yet complex whisky, quite unlike most other famous Glenfarclas expressions. On the palate, the initial taste is of fruit, with light hints of ginger and cinnamon, before mint and cigar smoke return. Overall, it is a versatile, unusual, and exceptionally high-quality whisky.
The Glenfarclas distillery, situated in the moorlands of Banffshire, draws its water from the pure springs of the Ben Rinnes mountain range, which stands prominently in the distance. Located just a mile from the River Spey, Glenfarclas is one of the few remaining family-owned distilleries in Scotland, maintaining a strong sense of independence. Known for its exceptional single malt whiskies, the distillery matures nearly all its whisky in sherry casks, stored in its vast onsite warehousing, which includes 28 warehouses holding a total of 52,000 casks. Glenfarclas is also distinguished by its commitment to tradition, having never used exotic woods for maturation, thereby upholding the integrity of its whisky. The distillery was officially founded in 1836 by Robert Hay, although evidence suggests distillation occurred on the site a century earlier. After Hay's death in 1865, John and George Grant acquired the distillery for the sum of £511 and 19 shillings. It was briefly leased to John Smith of Glenlivet, who later focused on his Cragganmore distillery, leaving the Grant family to resume operations in 1870. Post-World War II, the distillery prospered, leading to the doubling of its stills to four in 1960. As demand surged in the 1970s, the distillery began sourcing malted barley from external suppliers. In 2007, Glenfarclas introduced its Family Casks range, featuring bottlings from every vintage between 1952 and 1994. Visitors to the distillery can explore its visitor center, adorned with items from the ocean liner "Empress of Australia" and featuring the elegant "Ship’s Room." Glenfarclas has released several significant bottlings over the years, including its first official 40-year-old whisky in 2010, followed by special editions like a 43-year-old and a 58-year-old in 2012, and a 60-year-old in 2014. In 2015, the distillery celebrated 150 years of Grant family ownership with the £511.19s.0d Family Reserve, named after the price John Grant paid for the distillery. In 2017, a 30-year-old Glenfarclas was released to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the "Final Fantasy" game, distilled in the same year the game was launched. Another noteworthy bottling is the Glenfarclas Coilltean 1977 Samaroli, released to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Italian bottler Silvano Samaroli. This limited-edition whisky, distilled in 1977 and bottled under Samaroli's guidance, is highly sought after for its deep, complex flavors and rarity. The collaboration with Glenfarclas is a prime example of the exceptional whiskies bottled by Samaroli, revered by collectors and connoisseurs alike for its quality and craftsmanship.
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