Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Bollinger
£176
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Bollinger |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £176 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Quick verdict
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 is better value at £110 vs £176.
For beginners: Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014 is more approachable (65/100 beginner score).
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Pros
- +Balanced smoky character without being overwhelming
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (5.0/5)
- +More affordable (£109.95 vs £176)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Pros
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£176 vs £109.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
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.
Who should buy Bollinger?
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014 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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