Single Malt Limited Release 32YO Bottled 2014
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As a mature, high-strength single malt Scotch whisky, it does not age further in the bottle and will remain in peak condition indefinitely when stored correctly.
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Smoked salmon, blue cheese, dark chocolate
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This legendary single malt represents a liquid time capsule from Port Ellen, one of Islay's most revered 'ghost' distilleries. Distilled in 1981 and matured for 32 years in refill American oak casks before its release in 2014 as part of Diageo's highly coveted Special Releases, this expression captures the historic, uncompromising character of a distillery that was silent for decades. Port Ellen's heritage is deeply intertwined with the development of Islay's whisky industry, pioneering early spirit-safe designs and exporting techniques under the stewardship of John Ramsay. The spirit is celebrated for its complex interplay of maritime brine, soft peat smoke, old leather, and delicate citrus oils—a profile that cannot be replicated.
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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.