17 June 2026

    • Dalmore 1981

    Matusalem Sherry Finesse

    Winning Bid
    £1,800
    RESERVE MET

    Dalmore 1981

    Matusalem Sherry Finesse
    Lot #1440922
    FINISH DATE
    17 November 2025

    Distilled on 24th November 1981, this distinguished Dalmore was matured for 22 years in American white oak ex-bourbon barrels before being finished for a further 6 years in Matusalem Oloroso sherry casks from the world-renowned González Byass bodega. This meticulous maturation process has created a whisky of exceptional richness, balancing notes of vanilla and spice with layers of dark chocolate, dried fruits, and warm sherry sweetness. Accompanied by a certificate of authenticity signed by Richard Paterson, this limited edition release — one of only 497 bottles — is a testament to The Dalmore’s mastery of cask artistry and time-honoured craftsmanship.

    Dalmore

    Today, Dalmore is a remarkably impressive and successful distillery. Iconic branding and the use of various casks ensures a luxurious image and price tag. Its history is just as impressive with the commonly believed date of 1839 being when it was founded by Alexander Matheson. Looking across towards the Black Isle, the distillery is on the outskirts of Alness and today comprises a large site of various buildings and warehousing. Dalmore has been a prized commodity and the distillery has endured several owners and was purchased by Filipino group, Emperador, in 2014 as part of the Whyte & Mackay acquisition. What endures most about the distillery is the unique still set up, which upon visiting, harbours a mix match of shapes and sizes, plus the spirit stills that are cooled by water jackets. If you do visit, then try to see the old hunting lodge room about the visitor centre that is used to entertain and impress VIPs.

    Lot Features
    • BOTTLER
      Official Bottling
    • CASK TYPE
      Matusalem Sherry Finish
    • DISTILLERY
      Dalmore
    • TYPE
      Full Size
    • SIZE
      70 cl
    • STRENGTH
      44% vol
    • BOTTLES PRODUCED
      497
    • CASK TYPE
      Matusalem Sherry Finish
    • APPROX. SHIPPING WEIGHT (kg)
      4
    Region
    Scotland, Highlands
    Scotland, Highlands

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