Yamazaki 1991 The Owner's Cask by Kawachiya - Suntory - b. 2007 - 700ml

Lot Description: Yamazaki 1991 "The Owner's Cask" – Excellent Smokey

Overview
A crown jewel for collectors of Japanese whisky, this 1991 Yamazaki Single Cask is a rare artifact from Suntory’s prestigious "The Owner's Cask" series. Distilled in 1991 and matured for 16 years in a Hogshead cask at the legendary Ohmi Aging Cellar, this expression was bottled in 2007 at the peak of its complexity for Kawachiya.

The Kawachiya Selection: A Legendary Pedigree
This particular bottle bears the significant distinction of being "Selected by Kawachiya." To the uninitiated, Kawachiya is not merely a liquor store; it is a legendary institution in the Tokyo spirits scene.

• The Curator’s Eye: For decades, Kawachiya has been synonymous with the highest tier of curation. Their ability to secure and select specific casks from Suntory’s elite inventory is a testament to their deep-rooted influence and unerring palate.

• The "Excellent Smokey" Profile: Unlike the typical fruit-forward or sherry-heavy Yamazaki profiles, this cask was specifically chosen for its rare peated character. Appropriately titled "Excellent Smokey," it offers a window into a stylistic era of Yamazaki production that is increasingly difficult to find in today’s market.

• Collectible Status: Bottlings with the Kawachiya stamp are historically some of the most sought-after on the secondary market. They represent a "seal of quality" that guarantees the liquid inside was chosen by experts who helped define the golden age of Japanese whisky appreciation.

Technical Specifications
• Distillery: Yamazaki
• Vintage: 1991
• Bottled: 2007
• Cask Type: Hogshead
• Cask Number: 1V 70010
• Cellar: Ohmi Aging Cellar
• Region: Japan
• Bottle Number: [Hand-written on seal]

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