Glenfiddich Grand Chateau 31 Year Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky – 70cl
Glenfiddich Grand Chateau 31 Year Old — 31 years of Speyside maturation finished in casks that previously held Château d'Yquem, arguably the world's most celebrated sweet wine. From Malt Master Brian Kinsman's Grand Series, this is one of the most prestigious cask finishes ever attempted in Scotch whisky.
Why you'll love it
- Layered honey, dried apricot, marmalade, dark oak, and refined Château d'Yquem sweetness
- Château d'Yquem cask finish — arguably the world's most prestigious sweet wine cask
- Perfect for the most exceptional occasions, serious investment collectors, and legacy gifts
- Presented in a museum-grade case designed for display and long-term preservation
Perfect pairings
Best enjoyed neat as an exceptional contemplation dram — reserved for the most special occasions. Not intended for food pairing at this level.
Perfect for
- Once-in-a-lifetime milestone celebrations
- Serious investment-grade whisky collectors
- Corporate gifts at the highest tier for exceptional client relationships
- Château d'Yquem and premium sweet wine collectors exploring aged Scotch
Compare with
Prefer a more accessible ultra-premium Glenfiddich? The Glenfiddich 30 Suspended Time ($1,988) is the natural step-down. Ready for the ultimate ultra-aged Glenfiddich? The Glenfiddich 40 Cumulative Time ($6,588) represents 40 years of Speyside patience.
Frequently asked
What is Château d'Yquem?
Château d'Yquem is the most celebrated sweet wine estate in the world — a First Growth Sauternes producer in Bordeaux with a history dating to the 1500s. Casks that previously matured d'Yquem are among the most prestigious cask finishes in Scotch whisky.
How does the Château d'Yquem finish influence the whisky?
It adds refined honey, dried apricot, and elegant sweet-wine complexity to aged Speyside — creating a distinctive dessert-wine-inspired character not found in standard sherry or Bourbon finishes.
Is this investment-grade?
Yes — ultra-aged Glenfiddich with prestigious cask finishes has historically performed strongly at auction. The Château d'Yquem connection adds cross-collector appeal (wine + whisky enthusiasts). Full original packaging critical for maximum resale value.
Quick facts
- Region: Speyside (Dufftown, Scotland)
- Age: 31 years minimum
- ABV: 43.5%
- Volume: 70cl
- Cask: Traditional oak + Château d'Yquem cask finish
- Series: Grand Series
- Availability: Extremely limited allocation
- Delivery: Free islandwide white-glove delivery across Singapore
TASTING NOTES
NOSE
Opulent and complex — dark berry, ripe plum, vanilla, dark caramel, dried fig, gentle leather, and polished oak — luxurious and beautifully matured.
PALATE
Velvety and rich — dark stewed fruit, caramelised raisin, vanilla cream, dark toffee, gentle tannin, leather, and a wash of red-wine warmth — silky, layered, and harmoniously balanced.
FINISH
Exceptionally long — lingering dark fruit, vanilla, soft oak, gentle tannin, and a slow warming wine-cask depth fading gracefully — refined and contemplative.
ABV: 43.8% ABV