Leading global auction house, Sotheby’s, has announced a long-term partnership with Pernod Ricard’s scotch whisky business, Chivas Brothers, which owns The Glenlivet and Aberlour.
The partnership will see high-aged and one-of-a-kind whiskies come to auction at Sotheby’s. According to a press release from Sotheby’s, “Each individual lot will feature a never-before-released Scotch whisky from the Chivas Brothers portfolio.”
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The Glenlivet 55 Year Old, 200th Anniversary Edition, 1 of 1
The inaugural lot in this exciting new venture will the a very special edition of the recently unveiled Glenlivet 55 Year Old. The oldest whisky ever to be produced by The Glenlivet Distillery is housed in a custom spherical decanter that has been beautifully set with peridot gemstones.
In addition, the decanter is housed in a one-of-a-kind sculpture by computational artist, Michael Hansmeyer. Hansmeyer is a pioneering force in using computer algorithms to create physical architectural forms. The beautiful sculpture is crafted from emerald quartzite and 24-carat gold.
The lot carries an estimate of £35,000-£70,000.
The Auction At Sotheby’s London
This special lot will go to auction on 22nd October 2024 at Sotheby’s Finest and Rarest Whisky sale. All proceeds from the auction will benefit the National Trust For Scotland, a long-time partner and beneficiary of The Glenlivet. National Trust For Scotland works to preserve Scotland’s natural habitats and cultural heritage.
Bidding will close on 5th November 2024. Early interest in the one-of-a-kind Glenlivet 55 Year old can be registered here.
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Sotheby’s & Chivas Brothers
Speaking about the new partnership with Chivas Brothers, and The Glenlivet 55 Year Old, Johnny Fowle, Sotheby’s Global Head of Spirits, said: “We are thrilled to offer the first one-off special release of this partnership in The Glenlivet distillery’s oldest single malt, aged 55 years, to avid whisky collectors worldwide. Partnering with Scotch whisky producer Chivas Brothers to offer some of the world’s most exclusive whiskies, crafted exclusively for Sotheby’s, is an exceptional privilege. The debut of The Glenlivet 55 Year Old, 200th Year Anniversary Edition, 1 of 1 perfectly embodies the merging of fine spirits and design, and we look forward to bringing more extraordinary creations to collectors and connoisseurs worldwide.”
Jacques-Henri Brive, Global Head of Luxury Development at Chivas Brothers, added: “We’re fortunate to have an exquisite archive of rare, highly aged whiskies at Chivas Brothers but until now, these prized whiskies have never been available to purchase. Our partnership with Sotheby’s represents the first opportunity for collectors to add never-before-released pieces of Scotch whisky history to their collection. It’s a monumental moment for whisky connoisseurs and luxury appreciators – one not to be missed.”
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