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Ardbeg Antique 21 Year Old, 1978, Gordon & MacPhail, 40%
Ardbeg

Ardbeg Antique 21 Year Old, 1978, Gordon & MacPhail, 40%

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TypeSingle Malt Whisky
MRI
MRI 21
Average Score
Avg 85
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Description

A vintage Ardbeg distilled in 1978 and bottled in 1999 by independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail. This release is part of the 'Antique' series, specifically imported for the Italian market by Giuseppe Meregalli. It features the classic 'Map Label' design and is bottled at 40% ABV.

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Cask type
N.A
Bottling
Independent Bottling - Gordon & MacPhail
Peated
Peated
Single cask
No
Non-chill filtered
No
Cask origin
N.A
Cask no.
N.A
Batch
N.A
PPM
N.A
Barley
N.A
Fermentation
N.A
Master distiller (bottling)
N.A
Master distiller (distillation)
N.A
Limited edition
Yes
Bottle count
N.A
Has box
Yes
Closure
Screw cap
Presentation
Box
Series highlights
Antique series for the Italian market (Giuseppe Meregalli)
Historical context
Distilled during the Hiram Walker era of Ardbeg ownership.
Special release
Italian Market Exclusive
Allocation
Italy
Nose
White wine, spices, star anise, cinnamon, toast, honey, and vanilla.
Palate
Smooth and semi-oily, melted salted butter, subtle meat juice, smoked wood, peat, and salt.
Finish
Short to medium with toast, smoked wood, light vanilla, and spice.
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