Iron Gate Auctions
Timed Auction

IronGate Fine Spirits Auction

Mon, Feb 5, 2024 10:00AM EST - Mon, Feb 12, 2024 08:00PM EST
  • 1979
  • 750ml
  • Scotland
  • Speyside
  • 43%
  • 1997
  • DD4269
Lot 1

1979 The Macallan Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky Aged 18 Years - 750ml- 1 bottle(s)

Estimate: CAD$4,000 - CAD$7,000

Bid Increments

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CAD$500 CAD$50
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CAD$50,000 CAD$5,000
CAD$100,000 CAD$10,000

This lot is comprised of 1 bottle(s) of 1979 The Macallan Single Highland Malt Scotch Whisky Aged 18 Years - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $4000 - $7000 with a reserve of $2600.

All lots are located in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.  Confirmation of pickup or delivery of Iron Gate Commercial Auction winnings must be made within 60 days of auction close. Thereafter, your winnings will be subject to storage fees, including a $75 setup, subsequent $5.00/case/month and $1.25 per bottle fee for inventory services. If no contact has been made within two years, auction winnings will be considered abandoned.

 

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A spirits aficionado who discovered Scotch when he was in the military. He began his collection in the 80's and at the same time began looking for more exotic Scotch tastings. He researched all the distillery locations in Scotland and became particularly interested in "Silent Stills", along with anything else that caught his eye. He amassed 1100 bottles, sourced from the LCBO, independent distributors in Canada and USA, independent bottlers and distilleries in Scotland, and retailers in the USA. He would have “Whiskey Weekends” at his country house and invite an eclectic mix of drinkers to sample any whiskey they desired which were all displayed in my “Whiskey Room”, which over the years became a coveted ticket. It is a change in lifestyle that is bringing these spirits to auction.

The Macallan 1979 is an 18-year-old single malt whisky from the distillery's Vintage series. It was distilled in 1979 and bottled in 1997, making it a notable choice for whisky collectors and investors. This whisky is characterized by its maturation in sherry casks, resulting in a unique flavor profile. It's crafted by The Macallan Distillers, a distillery situated in Craigellachie, and features a strength of 43% Vol. The use of sherry wood casks for the maturation process significantly contributes to the character of this whisky. As part of the Macallan's 18-year-old series, this whisky is sought after in the collector's market.