Glen Elgin | #802069 | First Fill Cheval Blanc Red Wine Barrique | 18/02/2013 | 131 RLA | 57.9% ABV

Glen Elgin Distillery remains one of Speyside’s most underappreciated gems — a distillery that continues to quietly produce elegant, characterful spirit just outside of Elgin. Established in 1898 and now operated by Diageo, Glen Elgin has traditionally served as a key component in blends, but its single malt is increasingly being recognised for its refined complexity and old-school charm.

The distillery is known for its soft, fruity spirit. Expect flavours of stewed apple, honeycomb, beeswax, and gentle spice: classic Speyside notes presented with a delicate touch and a creamy, slightly oily texture that ages beautifully.

We've got an exciting opportunity for collectors and bottlers alike, a Glen Elgin 2013 cask finished over a year in Château Cheval Blanc red wine wood — a truly rare and compelling combination. Cheval Blanc, one of Bordeaux’s most prestigious Premier Grand Cru Classé estates, produces richly structured wines dominated by Merlot and Cabernet Franc, known for their aromatic finesse, red and black fruit complexity, and polished tannins.

This pairing is particularly noteworthy: Glen Elgin’s understated orchard fruit and waxy body provide an exceptional foundation for the deep, vinous layering brought by Cheval Blanc casks. The result is a cask with both subtlety and gravitas — where lifted red berries, cassis, rose petal, and a hint of graphite weave through a gentle Speyside malt. The influence is unmistakably premium but never overpowering.

For collectors and investors, this cask offers not only rarity but remarkable aging potential. For independent bottlers, it presents a unique storytelling opportunity — a fusion of pedigree spirit and first-class French oak with name recognition that carries weight in both the whisky and wine worlds.

Glen Elgin is a name that's passed through the doors of DamGoodDrams many times, from many different bottlers. It's a popular choice and a spirit that doesn't disappoint!

We've only got ONE of these Glen Elgin barriques for sale. It was re-racked in November 2023 and last re-gauged at that time. the cask is sitting at Castlelaw bond, who accept private accounts. We can assist with the transfer over Delivery Order.

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