Lagavulin 1979 Distillers Edition / Bot.1997 / Litre Islay Whisky
- Distillery
- Lagavulin
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £2500
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Honey, Smokey, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Lagavulin's inaugural Distillers Edition, distilled in 1979 and bottled in 1997, represents a landmark release from this legendary Islay distillery. The Pedro Ximenez cask finish layers honeyed sweetness and dried fruit over the distillery's signature peat and maritime character, creating unusual richness for the era. A rare litre bottling that captures Lagavulin's evolution and the origins of what became an iconic series.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Lagavulin 1979 Distillers Edition / Bot.1997 / Litre Islay Whisky is a from Lagavulin (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, sweet and fruity character — sherried, honey, smokey, dried fruit. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Lagavulin's inaugural Distillers Edition, distilled in 1979 and bottled in 1997, represents a landmark release from this legendary Islay distillery. The Pedro Ximenez cask finish layers honeyed sweetness and dried fruit over the distillery's signature peat and maritime character, creating unusual richness for the era. A rare litre bottling that captures Lagavulin's evolution and the origins of what became an iconic series.
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