{"title":"Over $5,000","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe world’s most extraordinary spirits at Wooden Cork — ultra-rare vintage whiskeys, century-aged Cognacs, highly collectible limited expressions, and prestige bottles priced over $5,000. For serious collectors and milestone gifts.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/over-1000\"\u003espirits over $1,000\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rare\"\u003erare and allocated bottles\u003c\/a\u003e at Wooden Cork.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"hennessy-richard-cognac","title":"Hennessy Richard Cognac","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe rarest Cognac Hennessy produces. Over 200 years of rare eaux-de-vie. Sealed in a hand-crafted Baccarat crystal decanter. This is Hennessy at its absolute pinnacle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eRichard Hennessy founded the Hennessy Cognac house in 1765. The Cognac bearing his name is the ultimate expression of that 250-year legacy — a blend of rare eaux-de-vie drawn from Hennessy's private reserves, some dating back over two centuries, assembled by the Comité de Dégustation to represent the full depth and complexity that only the longest-aged, most exceptional Cognac can achieve.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe decanter is Baccarat crystal — the most prestigious name in French crystal, producing pieces for royalty and collectors since 1764. Each Richard Hennessy decanter is hand-crafted, and its form reflects the gravitas of what it contains. This is not simply a bottle of Cognac. It is an object of permanent value, housing a spirit that took generations to create.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt $4,999, Richard Hennessy sits above Paradis Imperial in the Hennessy hierarchy. It is for collectors who want the definitive Hennessy statement — the one that carries the founder's name because nothing lesser could.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, luminous amber with an extraordinary richness of color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pure perfection — infinite aromas of past epochs in supreme balance. Crystallized fruit, floral notes, exotic spice, leather, and a silky wood depth that speaks to centuries of maturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A texture of pure silk — the quintessence of crystallized fruit flavors, perfectly integrated spice, and a complexity that evolves across every moment on the palate.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infinite. The finish of Richard Hennessy does not end so much as it transforms — each breath after the sip revealing new dimensions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Baccarat Decanter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBaccarat has been producing crystal for French royalty, heads of state, and the world's most discerning collectors since 1764 — one year before Richard Hennessy founded his Cognac house. The collaboration between two of France's oldest luxury institutions produces a vessel that is as extraordinary as the spirit inside it. Each Richard Hennessy decanter is hand-crafted at the Baccarat factory in Lorraine, France.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hennessy, established 1765\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cognac, France\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rare eaux-de-vie dating back over 200 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-crafted Baccarat crystal decanter\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/hennessy\"\u003eHennessy collection\u003c\/a\u003e or browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/cognac-brandy\"\u003eCognac at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Richard Hennessy compare to Hennessy Paradis Imperial?\u003c\/strong\u003e Paradis Imperial is Hennessy's second-highest expression — extraordinarily rare, floral, and refined, inspired by a blend created for Tsar Alexander I in 1818. Richard Hennessy sits above it: older, rarer, more complex, bearing the founder's name. If Paradis Imperial is the pinnacle for most collectors, Richard Hennessy is what exists beyond that.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Baccarat crystal special?\u003c\/strong\u003e Baccarat has been producing lead crystal for over 250 years, supplying French royalty and heads of state. The crystal is distinguished by its exceptional clarity, weight, and the way it refracts light. A Richard Hennessy decanter in Baccarat crystal is among the most prestigious vessels in the spirits world — a collectible object independent of the Cognac inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWho was Richard Hennessy?\u003c\/strong\u003e Richard Hennessy was an Irish-born officer in the French army who settled in the Cognac region after military service and founded the Hennessy house in 1765. He recognized the potential of the region's eaux-de-vie and began shipping Cognac to international markets — establishing what would become the world's largest Cognac producer. The Cognac bearing his name honors the founder's vision and ambition.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Richard Hennessy a good investment?\u003c\/strong\u003e Richard Hennessy is among the most recognized names in ultra-premium Cognac globally — the combination of the Hennessy house's prestige, the Baccarat decanter, and the rarity of the eaux-de-vie blend make it consistently sought after by collectors. Secondary market values have historically reflected the acquisition price favorably.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    {\n      \"@type\": \"Question\",\n      \"name\": \"How does Richard Hennessy compare to Hennessy Paradis Imperial?\",\n      \"acceptedAnswer\": {\n        \"@type\": \"Answer\",\n        \"text\": \"Paradis Imperial is Hennessy's second-highest expression \\u2014 extraordinarily rare, floral, and refined. Richard Hennessy sits above it: older, rarer, more complex, bearing the founder's name. 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Each decanter contains a blend of up to 1,200 individual eaux-de-vie — grape-based spirits sourced exclusively from the Grande Champagne, the premier cru of the Cognac region — some of which have been aging in Tierçon oak casks for up to 100 years. The cellar master who assembles a batch of LOUIS XIII today is blending spirit that was distilled by a cellar master who has been dead for decades. It is, by design, a multi-generational work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Magnum presents 1.75 liters of this Cognac in a hand-crafted crystal decanter that is itself a collector's object. The crystal is produced by Saint-Louis, one of France's oldest crystal manufacturers, and each decanter features the fleur-de-lis stopper and the elegant proportions that have defined LOUIS XIII's presentation since the brand was established by Rémy Martin in 1874.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt $12,499 for 1.75 liters, this is not a purchase — it is an acquisition. It belongs in significant collections, significant occasions, and rooms where it will be appreciated for what it represents: the longest, most patient process in the spirits world, delivered at the scale that only the Magnum makes possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, burnished mahogany with extraordinary luminosity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Infinite complexity — crystallized fruit, dried flowers, leather, honey, incense, and a wood spice that has been developing for a century. Nothing else smells like this.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A symphony of flavor that evolves continuously across the palate — fruit, spice, floral notes, and a silky texture that reflects decades of oak contact and expert blending.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long — minutes, not seconds. The finish of LOUIS XIII is one of the most discussed experiences in fine spirits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Tierçon Casks\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLOUIS XIII ages exclusively in Tierçon oak casks — a specific size and type of barrel used only in the Grande Champagne region of Cognac. Rémy Martin maintains a library of these casks, some dating back centuries, and the interaction between the spirit and this specific wood over decades of maturation is central to LOUIS XIII's character. The casks are never replaced — they are maintained, repaired, and passed down through generations of cellar masters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHouse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rémy Martin, established 1724\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grande Champagne, Cognac, France (100% premier cru)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eComponents:\u003c\/strong\u003e Up to 1,200 eaux-de-vie, aged up to 100 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCasks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tierçon oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-crafted Saint-Louis crystal decanter, 1.75L\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFirst created:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1874\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAlso available in the standard 750ml. Explore the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/remy-martin\"\u003eRémy Martin collection\u003c\/a\u003e or browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/cognac-brandy\"\u003eCognac at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is the difference between the LOUIS XIII 750ml and the Magnum 1.75L?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Cognac is identical — the same blend of up to 1,200 eaux-de-vie aged up to 100 years. The Magnum presents 1.75 liters in a larger hand-crafted Saint-Louis crystal decanter. It is the format for significant collections, grand occasions, and gifts where scale is part of the statement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy does LOUIS XIII cost so much?\u003c\/strong\u003e Because the oldest components in any given batch have been aging for up to 100 years — meaning the process of creating a single batch spans multiple human lifetimes. The crystal decanter, the Grande Champagne sourcing, and the four-generation production process are reflected in the price. There is no shortcut to what LOUIS XIII is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Grande Champagne?\u003c\/strong\u003e Grande Champagne is the premier cru of the Cognac appellation in southwest France — the highest-rated sub-region, known for producing eaux-de-vie with exceptional aging potential and finesse. 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This is a bottle with a legitimate competitive record, not just a price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation matches. Each bottle arrives in a hand-stitched calf-leather case with embossed print work and an intricately designed lock and key. It is one of the most considered presentations in the spirits world at any price.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, burnished amber with extraordinary depth of color.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intense dried fruit — Christmas cake, dates, raisins — with warm spice, dark chocolate, and a subtle oakiness that speaks to four decades of maturation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Silky smooth and deeply complex. Stewed apple, Christmas cake, dark berry, and a rich spiced oak backbone. 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A portion of each batch is retained and blended into the next release, creating a continuous thread of aged spirit that accumulates across multiple batches. The oldest components in any given bottle significantly predate its release year.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat awards has the Glenfiddich 40 Year won?\u003c\/strong\u003e Best of the Best single malt by Whisky Magazine in 2003; Trophy at both the ISC and IWSC in 2008, making it the first whisky ever to win both in the same year; Best Single Malt at the ISC in 2010. Its competitive record is among the strongest of any aged single malt.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the Glenfiddich 40 Year compare to the 30 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 30 Year is matured in sherry and bourbon casks for a minimum of 30 years and is Glenfiddich's most accessible ultra-premium expression. 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The tequila inside is a Joven blend combining Clase Azul Plata, Reposado, and touches of Ultra — creating a profile that bridges the fresh agave character of the Plata with the oak depth of the Reposado and the complexity of the Ultra.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Clear with a very faint golden hue from the Reposado component.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, caramel, fresh agave, and a subtle oak note. More aromatic complexity than the Plata alone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth and rich — cooked agave sweetness, vanilla, a hint of oak from the Reposado, and a refined complexity from the Ultra component. 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It is one of the most limited aged American bourbons produced — released only in years when exceptional 20-year barrels are available and approved. The gap between releases is often several years. There is no guaranteed annual supply.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is Andrea Wilson's role as Master of Maturation?\u003c\/strong\u003e Andrea Wilson is one of the few people in American whiskey with a dedicated maturation oversight role — responsible for monitoring barrel development and determining when specific barrels have reached their optimal state. Her approval alongside the Master Distiller is required before any Michter's aged expression is released.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 20 Year compare to the Michter's 10 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 10 Year is the most accessible aged Michter's expression — critically acclaimed and already complex. The 20 Year adds a full additional decade of maturation, producing a bourbon of dramatically greater concentration, darker fruit character, and oak integration. It is a fundamental step up in every dimension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Michter's 20 Year a good investment?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — ultra-aged American bourbon from a critically acclaimed producer with genuinely limited and irregular release cycles tends to appreciate consistently. The 2019 is a documented, vintage-dated release that cannot be restocked.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How rare is Michter's 20 Year?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Extremely. Released only in years when exceptional 20-year barrels are available and approved. 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Matured in virgin American oak for nearly 20 years. Then sleeping in a corner of the distillery, undisturbed, until The Last Drop Distillers discovered it. An irreplaceable parcel.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe Last Drop Distillers was founded in 2008 with a singular mission: find forgotten, exceptional parcels of aged spirit — whisky, bourbon, Cognac, rum — that would otherwise be lost to time, and bottle them with the care they deserve. The XIX 1980 is one of their most significant discoveries: a Kentucky straight bourbon distilled at what is now Buffalo Trace Distillery in 1980, matured in virgin American oak for nearly two decades, and then left sleeping in a corner of the distillery until the Last Drop team identified it as an extraordinary parcel worth preserving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt nearly 20 years of age, this 1980 vintage bourbon has developed a concentration and complexity that standard production schedules cannot replicate. 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The Dalmore — one of The Dalmore’s most aged standard expressions, presenting four decades of Highland maturation in a multi-cask programme that draws on the distillery’s deepest aged reserves and is among the oldest age-stated Highland \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/single-malt\"\u003esingle malts\u003c\/a\u003e available in any permanent release programme.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt 40 years, the Dalmore enters rarefied territory for any Highland single malt — four decades of Scottish climate cycling, progressive oak extraction, and the natural concentration that accompanies extended maturation in the Dalmore’s warehouses on the Cromarty Firth. The Dalmore’s multi-cask house philosophy at this age statement draws on rare vintage cask types that only become available at extended maturity, producing complexity that younger expressions in the range cannot approach. The 40-year age statement places this expression in the highest tier of The Dalmore’s prestige release programme. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dalmore\"\u003eDalmore at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dalmore, Alness, Highland, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 40 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eExplore the full \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch whisky collection\u003c\/a\u003e at Wooden Cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat happens to Scotch whisky at 40 years of age?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eExtended maturation extracts more complex secondary wood compounds — producing leather, tobacco, dark fruit, and treacle notes that younger expressions don’t reach. The risk of over-oaking is real at 40 years, making barrel selection critical; Dalmore’s extended multi-cask programme manages this through cask rotation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does the 40 Year compare to the 25 Year in the Dalmore range?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 25 Year is the more accessible ultra-aged expression with Tawny Port pipe finishing. The 40 Year goes 15 years further with more complex multi-cask development — significantly rarer and more expensive. Limited allocation. Order online.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What happens to Scotch at 40 years?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Extended maturation extracts leather, tobacco, dark fruit, and treacle that younger expressions don't reach. 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The Dalmore — a 45-year Highland \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/single-malt\"\u003esingle malt\u003c\/a\u003e finished in an extraordinary configuration: five years in 1961 and 1963 vintage Colheita Port pipes before being married and finished in first-fill American oak barrels, with the 1961 and 1963 port pipes themselves over 50 years old at the time of use.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eColheita Port is a single-vintage Tawny Port aged for a minimum of 7 years in wooden barrels — but often much longer. The 1961 and 1963 vintages used in the Dalmore 45 Year were themselves over 50 years old at the time of use, carrying the accumulated character of half a century of Portuguese port maturation in wooden barrels. Finishing a 40-year-old whisky in vintage port pipes of this age adds a layer of provenance complexity that goes far beyond standard port finishing. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dalmore\"\u003eDalmore at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dalmore, Alness, Highland, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 45 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1961 + 1963 vintage Colheita Port pipes, then first-fill American oak\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch whisky at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is Colheita Port?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eA single-vintage Tawny Port aged for a minimum of 7 years in wooden barrels — but often much longer. The 1961 and 1963 vintages used here were themselves over 50 years old at the time of use, adding a second dimension of vintage provenance to the finishing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the Dalmore 45 Year the most aged expression in the current collection?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — at 45 years it is the oldest Dalmore expression currently in stock. Limited allocation. Order online.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is Colheita Port?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"A single-vintage Tawny Port aged minimum 7 years in wooden barrels, often much longer. 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A 1979 vintage represents spirit distilled over 40 years before bottling. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dalmore\"\u003eDalmore at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is The Dalmore Constellation Collection?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Constellation Collection is The Dalmore’s series of ultra-rare single cask releases from specific vintage years — individual barrels bottled at natural strength to show the unique character of a specific cask through The Dalmore’s extended sherry cask maturation program.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eIs the 1979 Constellation Cask No. 594 a collector expression?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes — one of the most significant Dalmore collector expressions. A single identified cask from 1979, bottled after over 40 years of sherry cask maturation. Limited allocation. Order online with fast shipping while available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What is The Dalmore Constellation Collection?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The Dalmore's series of ultra-rare single cask releases from specific vintage years — individual barrels bottled at natural strength to show the unique character of a specific cask through extended sherry cask maturation.\"}},{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"Is the 1979 Constellation Cask No. 594 a collector expression?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Yes — a single identified cask from 1979 bottled after over 40 years of sherry cask maturation. 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The Dalmore Constellation Collection — distilled in 1978 in an American white oak Quercus Alba cask for 29 years, then transferred in 2007 to an Oloroso sherry butt for a final 4-year finish before bottling in 2012 at 33 total years of age, from one of the most historically significant vintage single cask programmes in Highland Scotch whisky.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCask No.1 carries a specific distinction within the Constellation Collection: the sequential number identifies it as the first cask in the programme from this vintage. The 29+4 cask structure (American oak primary, Oloroso finish) is the same two-phase approach The Dalmore uses across the standard range but applied to 1978 distillate — now over 45 years from its production year and among the most historically significant expressions in the current collection. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/dalmore\"\u003eDalmore at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Dalmore, Alness, Highland, Scotland\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highland Single Malt Scotch Whisky, Single Cask\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVintage:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1978\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCask:\u003c\/strong\u003e No.1 — Quercus Alba 29 years, then Oloroso sherry butt 4 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 33 years total\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBottled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2012\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Constellation Collection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/scotch\"\u003eScotch whisky at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow does Cask No.1 (1978) differ from Cask No.594 (1979)?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCask No.1 received an additional 4-year Oloroso sherry butt finish after 29 years in American oak; Cask No.594 spent its full 33 years in a single Quercus Alba hogshead. Different cask structures from consecutive vintage years. Limited allocation. Order online.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"How does Cask No.1 (1978) differ from Cask No.594 (1979)?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"Cask No.1 received an additional 4-year Oloroso finish after 29 years in American oak. Cask No.594 spent its full 33 years in a single Quercus Alba hogshead. 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A hand-crafted crystal decanter with two sculpted crystal eagles. Buffalo Trace's most prestigious bourbon presentation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Eagle Very Rare takes the Eagle Rare program — the same Buffalo Trace mashbill and distilling philosophy — and extends the maturation to approximately 20 years before bottling. At twice the age of Eagle Rare 10 Year, the bourbon has developed a fundamentally different character: the wine-like fruit aromatics of younger Eagle Rare have evolved into something richer, more concentrated, and more complex, with the gracefully aged oak that defines the best ultra-long-matured American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe presentation matches the ambition. The Double Eagle comes in a hand-crafted crystal decanter featuring two sculptured crystal glass eagles — one inside the bottle and one serving as the stopper. It is presented in a wooden gift box and is one of the most visually striking bourbon presentations available at any price point. The 2022 release continues the series that was launched in 2019.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich amber with the extraordinary color depth of 20 years of barrel contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hints of vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel — more concentrated and complex than the 10 Year, with the graceful restraint of long aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gracefully aged oaky flavor — the oak integration is complete, with caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit speaking through rather than against the wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and lingering — long, clean, and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Crystal Decanter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Double Eagle decanter is hand-crafted crystal featuring two sculpted eagles — one inside the bottle that is visible through the glass, and one that forms the stopper. The presentation reflects the bourbon's position as the pinnacle of the Eagle Rare lineup and makes it one of the most display-worthy objects in the premium American bourbon category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistillery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Buffalo Trace, Frankfort, Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 20 years (twice Eagle Rare 10 Year)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-crafted crystal decanter with two sculpted crystal eagles, wooden gift box\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/buffalo-trace\"\u003eBuffalo Trace collection\u003c\/a\u003e or browse all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/bourbon\"\u003ebourbon at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Double Eagle Very Rare compare to Eagle Rare 17 Year BTAC?\u003c\/strong\u003e Eagle Rare 17 Year is part of the annual Buffalo Trace Antique Collection — 17 years old, bottled at a traditional proof, wine-like and fruit-forward. Double Eagle is approximately 20 years old and focused on gracefully aged oak character. The BTAC 17 Year is more broadly acclaimed; Double Eagle is more visually prestigious and more age-forward.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs the crystal decanter functional?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the crystal decanter is fully functional as a permanent display piece after the bourbon is finished. The sculpted eagles make it one of the most striking bar objects in the category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow often is Double Eagle released?\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Eagle Very Rare is an annual or near-annual release from Buffalo Trace, but production is very limited. 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The crystal decanter presentation makes it a centerpiece collector’s bottle and a remarkable gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Old Rip Van Winkle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey, Small Batch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 23 Years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDistilled:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1986\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePresentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glencairn crystal decanter, two glasses, wooden box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/pappy-van-winkle\"\u003eVan Winkle bourbon at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Pappy Van Winkle","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36927528894613,"sku":"Old-Rip-Van-Winkle-23-Year-Old-Decanter","price":24999.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0276\/1621\/5176\/products\/brbon_van10.jpg?v=1699067000"},{"product_id":"michters-2018-20-year-old-limited-release","title":"Michter's 2018 20 Year Old Limited Release","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e20 years. Released only when Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson determine exceptional barrels are ready. One of the rarest aged American bourbons produced.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eMichter's 20 Year Kentucky Straight Bourbon sits at the apex of the Michter's lineup. It is not an annual release — it is produced only when the production team determines that a cohort of 20-year barrels has genuinely peaked. Years pass between releases. The 2018 was approved by Master Distiller Dan McKee and Master of Maturation Andrea Wilson and represents one of the most patient releases in American bourbon production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt 20 years in new charred American oak, the bourbon has developed a depth and concentration that places it in direct comparison with the world's finest aged spirits. Extended maturation in Kentucky's extreme seasonal climate creates a flavor complexity that cannot be rushed or replicated at a shorter age. Like the 2019 release, the 2018 is a vintage-dated, documented, limited bottling that cannot be restocked once sold.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep mahogany amber with exceptional viscosity from two decades of barrel contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e Concentrated caramel, dark fruit, dark chocolate, toasted oak, and a warm complexity that only extended maturation produces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full-bodied and silky — toffee, dried cherry, leather, oak tannins, and a grain sweetness completely integrated by 20 years in the barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally long — spice, oak, and dark fruit fading slowly into a warm, deeply satisfying close.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProducer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Michter's Distillery, Louisville, Kentucky\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kentucky Straight Bourbon Whiskey\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaster Distiller:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dan McKee\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaster of Maturation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Andrea Wilson\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 750ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRelease:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eExplore all \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/woodencork.com\/collections\/bourbon\"\u003ebourbon at Wooden Cork\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 2018 release differ from the 2019?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are vintage-dated 20 Year releases approved by the same production team. 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Her approval alongside the Master Distiller is required before any Michter's aged expression is released.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHow does the 20 Year compare to the Michter's 10 Year?\u003c\/strong\u003e The 10 Year is the accessible entry point into Michter's aged lineup. The 20 Year adds a full additional decade, producing dramatically greater concentration, darker fruit, and deeper oak integration. It is a fundamental step up in every dimension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"How does the 2018 release differ from the 2019?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"Both are vintage-dated 20 Year releases from the same team. The 2018 and 2019 reflect different barrel cohorts that peaked in those years. 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The 20 Year is the most refined wheated bourbon in the lineup at 90.4 proof after two full decades of aging. The 23 Year is the rarest — only a fraction of barrels survive that long without the oak dominating. Together the three bottles represent the highest tiers of the Van Winkle family across both the rye and bourbon programs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVan Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — Straight rye whiskey, 95.6 proof. The only rye in the Van Winkle lineup — aged 13 years using the low-rye mashbill shared with Sazerac 18 Year. Dark fruit, dried spice, anise, and a long, elegant finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 20 Year 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wheated bourbon, 90.4 proof. 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The sixth — Van Winkle Family Reserve Rye 13 Year — is the family’s only rye whiskey expression, a 95.6-proof straight rye aged 13 years using the low-rye mashbill shared with Sazerac 18 Year and Thomas H. Handy. All six are released annually through Buffalo Trace’s fall allocation program in extremely limited quantities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat’s Included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOld Rip Van Winkle 10 Year 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wheated bourbon, 107 proof. Near barrel proof, rich and concentrated — vanilla, caramel, pecan, and oak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVan Winkle Special Reserve 12 Year Lot B 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wheated bourbon, 90.4 proof. The ideal age-proof balance in the lineup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePappy Van Winkle’s Family Reserve 15 Year 750ml\u003c\/strong\u003e — Wheated bourbon, 107 proof. 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The apex age statement in Suntory’s flagship blended Japanese whisky program — presenting the full weight of three decades of maturation across Yamazaki, Hakushu, and Chita distillery stocks in the 24-facet crystal bottle that symbolizes Japan’s 24 seasons.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHibiki was created in 1989 to celebrate Suntory’s 90th anniversary as Japan’s first ‘harmony’ blended whisky — named for the Japanese concept of resonance and designed around the philosophy of complementary balance between malt and grain, age and freshness, distillery and cask. 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The 30 Year is significantly rarer and more limited in annual production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes the 24-facet bottle significant?\u003c\/strong\u003e The bottle’s 24 facets represent Japan’s 24 solar seasons (ko) — a traditional agricultural calendar that divides the year into 24 distinct periods. The design is Suntory’s visual expression of Hibiki’s philosophy of harmony with the natural cycle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWhy is aged Hibiki so scarce?\u003c\/strong\u003e The global Japanese whisky boom of the 2010s depleted Suntory’s aged stock faster than production could replenish. 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A hand-crafted crystal decanter with two sculpted crystal eagles — one inside the bottle, one the stopper. Buffalo Trace's most prestigious bourbon presentation.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDouble Eagle Very Rare takes the Eagle Rare program and extends the maturation to approximately 20 years before bottling. At twice the age of Eagle Rare 10 Year, the bourbon has developed a fundamentally different character: the wine-like fruit aromatics of younger Eagle Rare have evolved into something richer, more concentrated, and more complex, with the gracefully aged oak that defines the best ultra-long-matured American whiskey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2019 was the inaugural series release — the first Double Eagle Very Rare ever bottled, making it the most historically significant edition in the lineup. The presentation matches the ambition: a hand-crafted crystal decanter featuring two sculptured crystal glass eagles, presented in a wooden gift box. It is one of the most visually striking bourbon presentations available at any price point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep, rich amber with the extraordinary color depth of approximately 20 years of barrel contact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNose:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vanilla, toasted oak, and caramel — more concentrated and complex than the 10 Year, with the graceful restraint of long aging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePalate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A gracefully aged oaky flavor — complete oak integration with caramel, vanilla, and dried fruit speaking through rather than against the wood.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Warm and lingering — long, clean, and deeply satisfying.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eThe Crystal Decanter\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach Double Eagle decanter is hand-crafted crystal featuring two sculpted eagles — one inside the bottle visible through the glass, and one that forms the stopper. 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The sculpted eagles make it one of the most striking bar objects in the category.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIs Double Eagle a good gift?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes — the crystal decanter, wooden box, and sculpted eagle design combined with the Buffalo Trace pedigree makes it immediately understood as a serious and impressive gift for any bourbon enthusiast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\",\n  \"@type\": \"FAQPage\",\n  \"mainEntity\": [\n    { \"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"Why is the 2019 significant?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": { \"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"The 2019 was the inaugural release \\u2014 the first Double Eagle Very Rare ever bottled. 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