Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) vs Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Pulteney
★ 5.00
£399
Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne
Philipponnat
£315
| Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) | Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Pulteney | Philipponnat |
| Region | Highland | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 46% | 40% |
| Age | 26 yr | NAS |
| Price | £399 | £315 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015)
Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne
Quick verdict
Old Pulteney 1989 Vintage (bottled 2015) is rated higher (5.00 vs 0.00).
Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne is better value at £315 vs £399.
For beginners: Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne is more approachable (65/100 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 £315)
Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne
Pros
- +More affordable (£315 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 Philipponnat?
Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 2014 Champagne 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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