Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007)
- Distillery
- Port Ellen
- Region
- Islay
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 53.7%
- Age
- 28 years
- Price
- £1999
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Leathery, Medicinal
- Description
- Distilled in 1979 and matured for 28 years, this Port Ellen was released as part of Diageo's 2007 Special Releases at natural cask strength. One of the distillery's final official bottlings, with 5,274 bottles marking an era's end.
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✦ Neatly Summary
Port Ellen 28 Year Old 1979 - 7th Release (Special Release 2007) is a 28-year-old single malt from Port Ellen (Islay, Scotland), bottled at 53.7% ABV. Expect vibrant and fruity, intensely smoky and oaky character — smokey, old wood, dried fruit, leathery. Best suited for experienced drinkers who enjoy bold, complex whiskies. A collector's expression at a premium price point.
Distilled in 1979 and matured for 28 years, this Port Ellen was released as part of Diageo's 2007 Special Releases at natural cask strength. One of the distillery's final official bottlings, with 5,274 bottles marking an era's end.
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