Ardbeg 1975 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #4718 Islay Whisky
- Distillery
- Ardbeg
- Region
- Country
- United Kingdom
- Type
- ABV
- 40%
- Price
- £7000
- Tasting notes
- Smokey, Sherried, Dried Fruit, Leathery
- Description
- Ardbeg's 1975 vintage, matured in sherry cask #4718 and bottled in 1999 for the Italian market, pairs Islay's defining smokiness with dried-fruit richness from long oloroso aging. The sherry cask softens the expected maritime peat character while adding prune, raisin, and chocolate undertones. At 46.7% ABV, the dram achieves harmony between peat intensity and sweet oak influence, with a complex, warming finish. A historical expression suited to collectors exploring how sherry cask treatment evolves Ardbeg's signature across decades.
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Ardbeg 1975 / 23 Year Old / Sherry Cask #4718 Islay Whisky is a from Ardbeg (United Kingdom), bottled at 40% ABV. Expect intensely smoky, fruity and sweet 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.
Ardbeg's 1975 vintage, matured in sherry cask #4718 and bottled in 1999 for the Italian market, pairs Islay's defining smokiness with dried-fruit richness from long oloroso aging. The sherry cask softens the expected maritime peat character while adding prune, raisin, and chocolate undertones. At 46.7% ABV, the dram achieves harmony between peat intensity and sweet oak influence, with a complex, warming finish. A historical expression suited to collectors exploring how sherry cask treatment evolves Ardbeg's signature across decades.
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