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DESCRIPTION
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REVIEW
Indulge in the rich, velvety character of The Balvenie 21 Years PortWood – an exquisitely aged single malt finished in fine port wine casks. Buy online now and experience the height of Speyside craftsmanship.
Product Overview
The Balvenie 21 Years PortWood Finish is an award-winning single malt Scotch whisky, aged for over two decades in traditional oak casks before being transferred to port wine pipes imported from Portugal. This secondary maturation adds luxurious layers of fruit, honey, and spice, making it one of the most celebrated expressions in The Balvenie’s premium range.
Crafted by Malt Master David C. Stewart MBE, this whisky is a shining example of how expert cask finishing can elevate an already exceptional spirit into a true collector’s item.
Key Features & Details
✅ Type: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
✅ Region: Speyside, Scotland
✅ ABV (Alcohol by Volume): 40%
✅ Bottle Size: 700ml
✅ Age Statement: 21 Years
✅ Cask Finish: Finished in Vintage Port Pipes
✅ Distillery: The Balvenie Distillery
✅ Packaging: Presented in a premium gift box with gold foil accents
Tasting Notes
🍇 Elegant and refined – rich layers of ripe red fruits, raisins, and dried plums, interwoven with honey, toasted almonds, and soft oak spice. Hints of leather, cocoa, and vintage port sweetness emerge with time.
🥃 Palate: Silky, full-bodied, and balanced – flavors of figs, dark berries, and mature oak unfold, supported by honeyed malt, nutmeg, and subtle notes of dark chocolate and spiced fruitcake. The port cask influence is prominent but gracefully integrated.
🎯 Finish: Long, warming, and luxurious – with lingering fruit sweetness, a touch of dry tannin, gentle oak spice, and a final whisper of port-soaked oak and mellow sherry warmth.
Serving Suggestions
🥃 Neat or With a Splash of Water – Best enjoyed slowly to appreciate its aged complexity
🧊 On the Rocks (optional) – Slightly chills the richness while preserving depth
🍽️ Perfect Pairings:
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Dark chocolate with berries
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Roasted duck or venison
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Aged gouda or blue cheese
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Fruit tarts and fig-based desserts
Why Choose Balvenie 21 Years PortWood?
✔ Port Cask Elegance – Finished in rare port pipes for a luxurious fruity depth
✔ Expertly Aged – Matured for 21 years for refined balance and smoothness
✔ Award-Winning Expression – Highly rated and internationally recognized
✔ Premium Gift-Ready Packaging – Ideal for anniversaries, corporate gifting, or whisky milestones
✔ Crafted with Tradition – From one of Scotland’s few distilleries to maintain floor malting and in-house cooperage
🛒 Order The Balvenie 21 Years PortWood Today – A Rare Whisky Worth Celebrating.