Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014 vs The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014
Bollinger
£1695
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
The Macallan
★ 4.25
£1600
| Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014 | The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bollinger | The Macallan |
| Region | — | — |
| Country | United Kingdom | Scotland |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 40% | 43% |
| Age | NAS | 25 yr |
| Price | £1695 | £1599.95 |
| Rating | — | 4.25/5 |
Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Quick verdict
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is rated higher (4.25 vs 0.00).
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) is better value at £1600 vs £1695.
For beginners: Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£1695 vs £1599.95)
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 4.3)
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Better value for money
- +Higher community rating (4.3/5)
- +More affordable (£1599.95 vs £1695)
Cons
- −Niche style — may not suit all palates
Who should buy Bollinger?
Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 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 The?
The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Single Malt character.
Tasting notes
Only Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Francaises 2014
Only The Macallan 25 Year Old Sherry Oak (2019 Release)