United States — would you like to set this as your default country of delivery?
Port Ellen 1978 34 Year Old 13th Release (2013)
70cl / 55%
FREE UK Mainland standard delivery
In Stock
£5,500
£4,583.33 ex VAT
(£7,857.14 per litre)
You must be aged 18 or above to buy alcohol in the UK
Estimated Delivery
-
Express delivery(Choose a day)
From £6.95
-
Standard delivery (UK Mainland)
Free
-
Click & Collect (Mon-Fri 10am - 5pm)
Free
The eagerly-anticipated 13th release from cult closed distillery Port Ellen. Always the most sought-after of Diageo's Annual Special Releases, this usually sells out worldwide within 24 hours and we expect this year to be no different.
Tasting Notes (2)Facts
-
Bottler
Distillery Bottling
-
Age
-
Vintage
-
Bottling Date
2013
-
No of Bottles
2958
-
Country
Scotland
-
Region
Islay
Tasting Notes
-
Tasting Notes by Billy A
-
Nose
Syrup, wax and crushed seashells, chamois leather and touches of brine. Water brings out more smoke, with a touch of citrus.
-
Palate
Sweet and salty, with charcoal, ash, flashes of pink wafer sweetness, dark woody notes and sweet green apple, both flesh and skin. Water amplifies the savoury and smoky, with glazed ham and leather, and also lemon sherbert touches.
-
Finish
Chocolate, liquorice, rich earth, herby hints and dark, perfumed smoke.
-
Comment
Much bigger and darker than I was expecting, this dram definitely does well with a drop water. It’s got the archetypical Special Release coastal notes as well as some great rich woody notes that don’t overpower.
-
-
Producer's Note
-
Appearance
A clear amber, like antique gold in sunlight. Dense beading, suggesting rich texture.
-
Nose
Cautious and clean at first, with hints of dark toffee wrapped in wood smoke, then cooling oil of eucalyptus and a trace of bruised apple fruit. The wood smoke parts to reveal a savoury, meaty scent, then sweet honey, toasted cereals and a whole artist’s studio of oils. With water, it starts smoky (like vegetables on a barbecue) the underlying oiliness now punctuated by hints of lime.
-
Body
Light, oily, smooth.
-
Palate
Stunning. Caution is thrown to the winds as sweet and intense smoke races across the palate chased by fresh lemons, lemon zest and butter. This rich, fruity smoky-sweetness becomes tongue-coating, smooth dark chocolate enveloped in exquisite wood smoke. It drinks very well straight and when the attack slows, there’s yet more honey, lemon and a sprinkling of sea salt. If water is added it is smooth, lightly oily, much sweeter now and more accessible: still some salt, with a new spicy tingle.
-
Finish
Long, coating, intense and sustained, all pervading scented smoke, hints of mint and bergamot, then finally dense and savoury, with an aftertaste suggesting cloves.
-
Do you own this bottle?
Sell my bottleMore from Port Ellen
-
Port Ellen 197834 Year Old 13th Release (2013)
£5,500
(£7,333.33 per litre)
-
Port Ellen 197837 Year Old 16th Release (2016)
£5,250
(£7,500 per litre)
-
Port Ellen 197829 Year Old 8th Release (2008)
£4,500
(£6,428.57 per litre)
-
Port Ellen 39 Year OldBot.2018 Untold Stories
£6,500
(£9,285.71 per litre)
-
Port Ellen 21 Year Old25th Anniversary Maltings
£7,000
(£10,000 per litre)
-
Port Ellen 198142 Year Old Gordon & MacPhail Private Collection
£10,000
(£14,285.71 per litre)
Customer Reviews
Disclaimer
While we endeavour to provide full and accurate information on our website, there may be occasions where producers have updated their recipe or failed to provide full details of their ingredients and processes. This may affect factors including the product style and allergen information, and we would advise that you always check the label and not solely rely on the information presented here. If you are at all uncertain about a product then please contact our customer service team before purchase.
Responsible Drinking
The misuse of alcohol can lead to immense harm and we want to make sure that the great drinks we stock are enjoyed responsibly as part of a healthy lifestyle. Learn more about responsible drinking.
Good To Know
How we pack
-
Eco-friendly Packaging
Our boxes are made of 100% recyclable cardboard. Our special air-inflated packaging is both re-usable and recyclable, as well as efficient to both transport and dispose of.
-
Flexible Delivery Options
We deliver to countries all over the world! You can also select express delivery, or pick a specific delivery date, at checkout.
-
Packed With Care
Our experienced warehouse team take great care with every order. As specialists in glass packaging they ensure that your items stay safe and secure in transit.
14-Day returns policy
We want you to be 100% happy with your order and it is our aim to ensure that all products supplied to all customers arrive in perfect condition. You have the right to cancel your order at any time without being charged for the goods ordered within 14 days of purchasing (other than for perishable or personalised products or those products that have been specified as non-returnable).