Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2012)
- Distillery
- Lagavulin
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 52%
- Age
- 21 years
- Price
- £1999
- Community rating
- 5.00 / 5 (1 ratings)
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Old Wood, Leathery, Dried Fruit
- Description
- Lagavulin's 1991 vintage aged 21 years in first-fill sherry casks before its 2012 bottling at cask strength, delivering an Islay classic with luxurious wood influence. The peat smoke typical of Port Ellen's Islay home melds with dark sherry fruit, leather, and hints of tar, while the cask adds layers of dried fruit and polished oak. Rich, warming texture with a long, complex finish balancing smoke, wood spice, and maritime minerality. A collectors' piece suited to those who appreciate mature Islay in its most prestigious form.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Lagavulin 21 Year Old 1991 (Special Release 2012) is a 21-year-old single malt from Lagavulin (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 52% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet character — smokey, sherried, old wood, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Lagavulin's 1991 vintage aged 21 years in first-fill sherry casks before its 2012 bottling at cask strength, delivering an Islay classic with luxurious wood influence. The peat smoke typical of Port Ellen's Islay home melds with dark sherry fruit, leather, and hints of tar, while the cask adds layers of dried fruit and polished oak. Rich, warming texture with a long, complex finish balancing smoke, wood spice, and maritime minerality. A collectors' piece suited to those who appreciate mature Islay in its most prestigious form.
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