The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release
Cardrona Distillery
★ 5.00
£177
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Cardrona Distillery | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | New Zealand | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | Single Malt |
| ABV | 52% | 54.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £177 | £109.95 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | 5.00/5 |
The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £177.
For beginners: The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release is more approachable (45/100 beginner score).
The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release
Pros
- +Distinctive flavour profile appreciated by enthusiasts
Cons
- −High ABV (52%) — may need water
- −More expensive (£177 vs £109.95)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £177)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Who should buy The?
The Cardrona Otago Pinot Cask - Cardrona Day Special Release is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is for enthusiasts who appreciate cask-strength intensity. Best enjoyed with a few drops of water to open up the flavours. Not ideal for casual drinking or beginners.
Tasting notes
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