Gordon & MacPhail Mortlach Single Malt 1969 ‘Private Collection’

Details

This exceptional single malt Scotch whisky was distilled at the Mortlach Distillery on October 7, 1969, and meticulously matured for 50 years in a first-fill sherry butt (Cask No. 92001201). Bottled on October 10, 2019, by the esteemed independent bottler Gordon & MacPhail, this release is part of their prestigious ‘Private Collection’ series, with an exclusive outturn of 365 bottles.

Tasting Notes:

• Nose: Aromatic ginger and brown sugar aromas combine, giving way to rich cocoa beans. A subtle vanilla edge develops alongside succulent fruitcake and roasted almond notes.
• Palate: Smooth and rich; flavors of ripe forest fruits and fragrant blood orange peel are complemented by subtle traces of white pepper. Cinnamon comes to the fore alongside intense dark chocolate with mature oak.
• Finish: Long and smooth with lingering chocolate-smothered almonds and oak tannins.

Serving Suggestions:
To fully appreciate its complexity, it’s recommended to enjoy this whisky neat or with a few drops of water to open up its flavors. Serving at room temperature in a tulip-shaped glass will concentrate its aromas.