Port Ellen 1979 40 Year Old 9 Rogue Casks (Bottled 2020) Single Malt w/box 700ml

1380bottles produced

Whiskymaker's note:
This 40 year old Port Ellen was masterfully crafted from nine "rogue" casks, which were discovered by the master distiller to all have been filled in 1979. These casks produced only 1380 bottles, making this the oldest and most limited Port Ellen ever produced for the public.
Nose: Delicate, grassy/herbal, burnt tangerine skin, very mild smoke at cask strength, opens up a little with the addition of water, crème caramel/roasted coffee, red fruit compote, ripe peach skin.
Palate: Much more pronounced bonfire smoke, pipe tobacco, leather, wood spice.
Finish: Long, wispy smoke finish.

Established on Islay's south coast in 1825 by A K Mackay and Co., Port Ellen is reputed to have been the first distillery to have incorporated Septimus Fox's spirit safe design into the distillation process.
Closed in 1983, Port Ellen has since become one of the most sought-after whiskies in the world. Increasingly rare, spirit produced at the distillery demonstrates some of the finest character found on the island of Islay.