ABV 57.3%
Has all of Port Ellen's great length, oiliness (and reserve).
Dave Broom
Port Ellen
Brand
3rd Release, Aged 24 Years
Expression
Single Malt
Type
24
Age (Years)
2003
Year of Bottling
57.3%
ABV
Islay
Region/Country
Standard (Distillery or blended)
Bottling Type
Taster
Nose: Pungent. Acetone, linseed oil/putty, olive oil, canvas, squid ink even apple. Briny (scallop shell, fishmonger) Quite oaky.
Palate: Mouth-coating and smooth. Beeswax, lanolin, pepper, dry smoke. Needs time.
Finish: Rich and tight.
Comment: Has all of Port Ellen's great length, oiliness (and reserve).
Score: 8.3
Taster
Nose: Sea salt, floor polish, mild antiseptic, and subtle oak.
Palate: Waxy, full, with pepper and light smoke.
Finish: Long and dry, sea-spray.
Comment: Very well balanced, this expression has enjoyed a great relationship with its cask.
Score: 8.8
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