Port Ellen 40 Year Old / 1979 / 9 Rogue Casks / 50.9% / 70cl 

A limited-edition single malt from Port Ellen that tells the story of nine casks uncovered from the four centuries old stocks of casks.  

Nose: Delicate, grassy/herbal, burnt tangerine skin, soft smoke, crème caramel, candied orange and a little smoked fruit like notes, some berries and strawberry sauce, leather and honey. opens up a little with the addition of water, crème caramel/roasted coffee, red fruit compote, ripe peach skin. 

Palate: Stoned fruits, hints of vanilla and salted caramel are adding to the richness of this rare Islay, with pronounced bonfire smoke, toffee apples and spices hints of pepper and flaked tobacco.  

A long and very noticeable smoke and charcoal note, a hint of toffee and dark dry fruits.