Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014
Perrier-Jouët
£375
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014 | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Perrier-Jouët |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £375 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014 is better value at £375 vs £399.
For beginners: Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014 is more approachable (70/100 beginner score).
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
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 (£399 vs £375)
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +More affordable (£375 vs £399)
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −Lower community rating (0.0 vs 5.0)
- −Lacks smoke character compared to the alternative
Who should buy Old?
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for Highland character.
Who should buy Perrier-Jouet?
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014 suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Both taste of
Only Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Only Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque Blanc de Blancs 2014