Bruichladdich 16 Year Old - First Growth Cuvée D: Pessac Leognan (Chateau Haut-Brion)
- Distillery
- Bruichladdich
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 16 years
- Price
- £299
- Tasting notes
- Cooked Fruit, Fresh Fruit, Sherried, Leathery, Tobacco
- Description
- With zero ratings and steeply priced at £299, this 16-year-old from Bruichladdich poses a question. An ABV of 46.0% alongside 'Leathery' and 'Tobacco' notes suggests sophistication. People tag it as both 'Cooked Fruit' and 'Fresh Fruit', an intriguing mix. It might either surprise or perplex without prior tastings.
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Bruichladdich 16 Year Old - First Growth Cuvée D: Pessac Leognan (Chateau Haut-Brion) is a 16-year-old single malt from Bruichladdich (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect fruity, sweet and oaky character — cooked fruit, fresh fruit, sherried, leathery. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
With zero ratings and steeply priced at £299, this 16-year-old from Bruichladdich poses a question. An ABV of 46.0% alongside 'Leathery' and 'Tobacco' notes suggests sophistication. People tag it as both 'Cooked Fruit' and 'Fresh Fruit', an intriguing mix. It might either surprise or perplex without prior tastings.
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