Up for auction: An extraordinary and highly distinguished Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky: Bowmore 22 Years Old Sauternes Cask Finish from the prestigious Travel Exclusive Series. Founded in 1779 on the shores of Loch Indaal, Bowmore is the oldest licensed distillery on Islay and home to the legendary No. 1 Vaults. Renowned for its perfectly balanced spirit combining gentle peat smoke, coastal brine, and rich orchard fruit character. This complex 22-year-old single malt was first matured in American oak ex-bourbon casks before undergoing a refined finishing period in hand-selected French Sauternes wine barriques sourced directly from Bordeaux's most esteemed winemakers. The influence of the luscious French dessert wine casks imparts layers of honeycomb, apricot nectar, and candied citrus that seamlessly integrate with Bowmore's signature gentle peat smoke and maritime salinity. Bottled at a robust 48% ABV, this release is housed in a bespoke heavy book-style presentation case with gold wave detailing and magnetic enclosure. A centerpiece bottle for collectors of high-end Islay single malts and connoisseurs of aged wine-cask finishes. --- INCLUDED IN THIS LOT: * 1x Bowmore 22 Years Old Sauternes Cask Finish Single Malt Scotch Whisky (700 ml | 48% ABV) * Original luxury book-style presentation display case --- LOT SPECIFICATIONS & CONDITION: * Brand / Distillery: Bowmore Distillery (Isle of Islay, Scotland) * Owner: Beam Suntory * Category: Islay Single Malt Scotch Whisky * Series: Travel Exclusive Series * Age Statement: 22 Years Old * Cask Maturation: American Oak Ex-Bourbon Casks, finished in French Sauternes Wine Barriques * Volume: 700 ml (0.7 Litre / 70 cl) * Strength: 48% ABV * Bottle Condition: Pristine collector condition. Factory original, fully sealed, and unopened with tamper-evident neck capsule and seal intact. Front, neck, and back labels are immaculate, sharp, and clean. * Packaging Condition: Complete with the original luxury presentation case in excellent condition. * Fill Level: Full / High into neck (clearly visible through transparent glass). --- IMPORTANT SHIPPING, PACKAGING & CUSTOMS INFORMATION: Safe Packaging: The bottle(s) will be securely wrapped using certified, shock-resistant protective bottle packaging designed for safe transit. Tracked Shipping: All parcels are shipped registered and provided with a Track & Trace link immediately upon dispatch. Shipping Restrictions & Excluded Destinations: Due to strict international carrier regulations regarding liquids above 24% ABV and postal import bans for private individuals, shipping is strictly limited to mainland European Union countries. No shipping to: the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Switzerland, Norway, Turkey, Brazil, Russia, Asia, or the Middle East. No shipping to EU overseas/special fiscal territories, including the Canary Islands, Channel Islands, Ceuta & Melilla, or the Aland Islands. Bids placed from addresses in these excluded regions will be canceled. Customs, Duties & Local Laws: Where applicable, any import duties, taxes, customs clearance charges, and local handling fees are solely the responsibility of the buyer. The seller cannot be held responsible for items seized, rejected, or delayed by domestic customs authorities due to local alcohol legislation. Legal Drinking Age: By placing a bid, the buyer legally confirms that they are of legal drinking age in both their country of residence and the delivery destination.