Ardbeg

1980, Kildalton

Ardbeg

ABV: 57.6%

Age: No age statement Years Old

Style: Single Malt

Country: Scotland

Region: Islay

Bottling: Ardbeg

Overall
Score

7.8

Tasting Notes

Nose

Hefty with toasty oak, sweet mandarin, orange blossom, oat, then piney notes. A substantial elegant nose.

Palate

Smooth and silky. The orange reappears with honey and cooked fruits. Concentrated and rich.

Finish

Long, silky.

Comment

A substantial drink with an all-enveloping charm.

Taster Score

8.3

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