Belgian Michel Couvreur was an independent bottler of single-malt Scotch. After his death, apprentice Jean-Arnaud has carried on after studying under Michel for more than a decade. The cellars are located in Bouze-lès-Beaune in the heart of Burgundy. There, Michel aged his single malts for years in sherry butts and then in demijohns (giant glass bottles) kept in total darkness in well-protected underground galleries. Vatted from 54 whiskies aged 12 to 27 years in oak casks, this malt has a rich amber color, a nose full of dried flowers, tobacco leaf, Jerez wine, and fat almond, plus a powerful, fruity, long finish. What a fantastic accompaniment to smoked salmon when served over ice. It is also perfect as a dinner digestive served at room temperature.