Port Ellen

39 YEAR OLD

UNTOLD STORIES THE SPIRIT SAFE

The upcoming Port Ellen Untold Stories Series will feature some of the last remaining stocks from the original distillery, which closed in 1983, making this a very sort after and collectable whisky.

The Port Ellen Untold Stories Series is an exploration into the innovative and trailblazing background of this iconic Islay distillery. Closed over thirty years ago in 1983, set to remain silent for all time, it is now to be reopened in 2021. While the world waits for it to start production again, only a finite amount of its original stock remains, having gained cult status over the years for demonstrating some of the finest character found on the island of Islay.

Port Ellen will unveil the oldest ever liquid from the original stock to be released globally, Port Ellen: Untold Stories The Spirit Safe. The 39-Year-Old Single Malt Scotch Whisky is the first exclusive release in this series of high aged whiskies from the revered distillery.

The 39-Year-Old is bottled at 50.9% abv. The price, if you can find it, expect to pay in the region of $9,000 AUD, but there’s not much around and prices will vary on demand.

Tom Jones, Global Prestige Brand Ambassador, said: “This Port Ellen: Untold Stories The Spirit Safe, 39-year-old, is an exceptional single malt Scotch whisky from this storied distillery on Islay.

“Its ground-breaking founder skilfully harnessed the island’s alluring, peaty wilderness and unforgiving coast line to create a distillery which produced cult whiskies with unrivalled depth.

“There is the regular smoke from the local peat, but this one is softer. As this release has been selected from a small number of casks, it is very different to other Port Ellen releases.

“Authentic in character, as it came from the casks and natural in colour, this liquid will no doubt inspire connoisseurs and collectors alike to own this once in a lifetime piece of history.”

“This is an outstanding example of a Port Ellen, remarkably lively for its age at 39-Years-Old. A rich aroma, its advanced age has enhanced the make’s original character rather than overcome it with flavours from the cask. What an honour to taste such a piece of Islay’s history,” said Whisky Expert, Charles Maclean.

TASTING NOTES:

AROMAS: Soft peat smoke, sultanas, melon and lime.

PALATE: Mint, smoke, white chocolate and fruit salad.

FINISH: Spicy, focused and balanced.