Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 vs Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne
Side-by-side comparison — price, ABV, scores, tasting notes, pros & cons.
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Bruichladdich
★ 5.00
£110
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne
Vallein-Tercinier
£131
| Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01 | Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne | |
|---|---|---|
| Distillery | Bruichladdich | Vallein-Tercinier |
| Region | Islay | — |
| Country | Scotland | United Kingdom |
| Type | Single Malt | |
| ABV | 54.5% | 40% |
| Age | 9 yr | NAS |
| Price | £109.95 | £131 |
| Rating | 5.00/5 | — |
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne
Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne
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 £131.
For beginners: Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne 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 £131)
Cons
- −High ABV (54.5%) — may need water
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne
Pros
- +Great entry point for new whisky drinkers
- +Vibrant, fresh fruit character
- +Rich oak and wood spice complexity
Cons
- −More expensive (£131 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 Vallein?
Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne suits whisky enthusiasts looking for a well-rounded, complex dram. It rewards those with some experience and an appreciation for character.
Tasting notes
Only Port Charlotte 9 Year Old 2013 PMC:01
Only Vallein Tercinier Cognac "Lot 96" Grand Champagne