Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 Marsala Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2021
- Distillery
- Bunnahabhain
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 53.6%
- Age
- 19 years
- Price
- £399
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Medicinal
- Description
- This 19-year-old Bunnahabhain was distilled in 2001 and finished in Marsala wine casks, bottled at 53.6% ABV without chill filtration for the 2021 Fèis Ìle festival—just 1,333 bottles released. Islay's maritime character melds with Italian wine notes, offering dried stone fruit, subtle peat smoke, and a creamy mouthfeel. Ideal for experienced Islay drinkers seeking elegant rather than aggressive peat expression.
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Bunnahabhain 19 Year Old 2001 Marsala Cask Finish - Fèis Ìle 2021 is a 19-year-old single malt from Bunnahabhain (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 53.6% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and peaty character — smokey, sherried, dried fruit, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
This 19-year-old Bunnahabhain was distilled in 2001 and finished in Marsala wine casks, bottled at 53.6% ABV without chill filtration for the 2021 Fèis Ìle festival—just 1,333 bottles released. Islay's maritime character melds with Italian wine notes, offering dried stone fruit, subtle peat smoke, and a creamy mouthfeel. Ideal for experienced Islay drinkers seeking elegant rather than aggressive peat expression.
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