WH-GFC-019 RARE Glenfarclas 8 yo , old version bottleed by G&M

🥃 Glenfarclas 8 Year Old – Old Version bottled by Gordon & MacPhail (G&M)

🏰 Overview

This is a rare old‑version of the Glenfarclas 8 Year Old bottled by Gordon & MacPhail (G&M). From the 1970s‑80s era, these independent bottlings showcase Glenfarclas’ signature sherry-cask influence in a younger whisky. Scarce and collectible, they are prized for their vintage character and historical significance.

📋 Key Details

👃 Tasting Notes

• Nose: Rich sherry, dried figs and raisins, dark malt, hints of leather and polished oak.

• Palate: Smooth yet dense for the age; toffee, stewed orchard fruits (apples/pears), subtle spice, gentle sherry warmth.

• Finish: Medium‑long; nutty oak, soft sweetness, lingering dried fruit.

💎 Collector Appeal

• Bottled by Gordon & MacPhail, adding historical and bottler significance.

• Discontinued 8 yo age statement increases rarity value.

• Early sherry-cask Glenfarclas younger expressions capture a style no longer common.

• Highly desirable for collectors of vintage Speyside whisky.

🎁 Presentation & Serving

• Ideal For: Vintage whisky collectors and single malt enthusiasts.

• Display Appeal: Original G&M label design, era-specific bottling, often 75 cl — excellent shelf presence.

• Serving Suggestion: Best enjoyed neat to appreciate subtle sherry notes; a few drops of water can open aromas.

• Gift Potential: A standout for whisky connoisseurs or as an investment/collector piece.