Port Ellen 1979, 22 Years Old

Tasted in Whisky Magazine Issue 21 by Michael Jackson and Dave Broom.

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Tasting Notes

Michael Jackson Nose Very aromatic. Bison-grass. A hint of smokiness. Palate Earthy. Peppery. Sandy. Austere. Finish Fruity. Seaweed, pronounced salt. Very appetising. Comment From a sadly silent still: a great malt that is too good to chill, but wonderful with smoked salmon or scallops. Or, deservedly, caviar. You serve vodka? Shame on you!

Dave Broom Nose Intense and haughty. There’s oils at work along with fresh bay leaf and an austere, flinty smokiness. Maritime. Palate Dry and austere initially but manages to coat the mouth leaving lingering smoke in every corner. Finish Long dry with some oiliness. Comment Takes time to get to know. One to sip.