Single Malt 7th Release 28YO Bottled 2007
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Ready to enjoy now; single malt Scotch whisky does not mature further in the bottle and can be preserved for decades if stored properly.
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blue cheese, dark chocolate, smoked oysters
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Port Ellen is one of the most legendary 'ghost' distilleries of Scotland. Closed in 1983 during a historic downturn in the whisky industry, its remaining stocks became legendary. The 7th Release, distilled in 1979 and matured for 28 years before its release in 2007 as part of Diageo's Special Releases, represents the pinnacle of Islay's classic peat profile. It captures a bygone era of production, featuring a complex interplay of oily peat smoke, coastal brine, soft leather, and citrus zest. The spirit's character is deeply tied to the damp, salty warehouses on the Islay coast where it rested for nearly three decades.
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Established in 1825 by Alexander Mackay on the south coast of Islay, Scotland, Port Ellen is a legendary name in the world of spirits, revered for its deeply complex and peaty single malt Scotch whiskies. After acquisition by John Ramsay and later transitioning to Diageo, the distillery was closed in 1983, transforming its remaining maturing casks into some of the most highly coveted and collectible liquid gold in existence. Characterized by a signature profile of intense peat smoke, maritime brine, soft leather, and oily citrus, its rare vintage releases—such as the highly prized annual Diageo Special Releases—are celebrated globally by connoisseurs. In 2024, Diageo officially revived this iconic producer, restoring its historic spirit stills to continue its legacy of uncompromising Islay character.