Port Ellen 30 Year Old 9th Release (Bottled 2009) 1979

A 30-year-old Port Ellen single malt that was distilled in 1979 and bottled in 2009, as the 9th Annual Release from Diageo. The nose is creamy and fruity, with hints of orange, sherry, wood, honey, Mirabelle plums and apricots. On the palate, there are plenty of grassy notes, a touch of fresh herb sauce, but also agave syrup and vanilla ice cream.