Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 vs Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£67
Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut
Chartogne-Taillet
£52
| Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 | Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Chartogne-Taillet |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 50% | 40% |
| Age | 6 yr | NAS |
| Price | £66.95 | £51.5 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut is better value at £52 vs £67.
For beginners: Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut is more approachable (75/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More widely reviewed by the community
Cons
- −More expensive (£66.95 vs £51.5)
Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£51.5 vs £66.95)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Port?
Port Charlotte Islay Barley 2011 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Islay character.
Who should buy Chartogne-Taillet?
Chartogne-Taillet Sainte Anne Champagne / Brut suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
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