Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail)
- Distillery
- Benrinnes
- Region
- Speyside
- Country
- Scotland
- Type
- Single Malt
- ABV
- 46%
- Age
- 16 years
- Price
- £36.13
- Tasting notes
- Sherried, Old Wood, Dried Fruit, Nutty, Tobacco
- Description
- Gordon & MacPhail's Connoisseurs Choice released this 1997 Benrinnes after 16 years in mixed sherry butts and American oak, capturing Speyside character shaped by dual wood influence. The combination of cask types creates layered complexity in this restrained independent bottling.
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Benrinnes 1997 (bottled 2013) - Connoisseurs Choice (Gordon & MacPhail) is a 16-year-old single malt from Benrinnes (Speyside, Scotland), bottled at 46% ABV. Expect fruity, oaky and sweet character — sherried, old wood, dried fruit, nutty. An approachable dram, ideal for newcomers and casual sippers. Good value for the quality offered.
Gordon & MacPhail's Connoisseurs Choice released this 1997 Benrinnes after 16 years in mixed sherry butts and American oak, capturing Speyside character shaped by dual wood influence. The combination of cask types creates layered complexity in this restrained independent bottling.
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