Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Quinta do Noval 2011 Port
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Quinta do Noval 2011 Port
Quinta do Noval
£119
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Quinta do Noval 2011 Port | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Quinta do Noval |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £119 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quinta do Noval 2011 Port
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Quinta do Noval 2011 Port
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 £119.
For beginners: Quinta do Noval 2011 Port is more approachable (70/100 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 £119)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Quinta do Noval 2011 Port
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
Cons
- −More expensive (£119 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 Quinta?
Quinta do Noval 2011 Port 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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Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
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