Bell's Christmas Decanter - 1996 port wines

Bell's Christmas Decanter - 1996 port winesThe Pittyvaich distillery was built in 1974, near Dufftown distillery speyside in Dufftown, by Arthur Bell & Sons. Originally built to provide malt whisky blends, Pittyvaich eventually released an official bottling in 1991, only to be closed in 1993. Eventually the distillery was demolished in 2002 by Diageo. The 1996 decanter depicts the quality of malted barley and grain used in the production and the fact each have been matured for up to 8 years.

the ideal accompaniment to food

juicy blackberry and cherry compote flavors are lifted and sharpened by a zesty mineral nuance and a hint of fresh flowers

Without a box

and violets on the long

with more marmalade and baklavas

Highly recommended buy to enjoy over the next 4-5 years

on spiced jam and mulled wine

In the Conval hills not far from Dufftown distillery

at the same time

Finish: again impressive with a good length and plenty resinous citrus peel notes

very Brora

from Stewart & Son of Dundee (themselves established back in 1831)