Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014 vs Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Bollinger
£176
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
| Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014 | Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bollinger | Bruichladdich |
| Region | — | Islay |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 54.5% |
| Age | NAS | 9 yr |
| Price | £176 | £109.95 |
| Rating | — | 5.00/5 |
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bollinger La Grande Annee Rose Champagne 2014
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
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).
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
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
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.
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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