Port Ellen 2nd Release 24 year old

A legendary limited edition from the closed Islay distillery. The Port Ellen 2nd Release is a 24-year-old cask strength single malt, distilled in 1978 and bottled in 2002. With only 12,000 bottles produced, each is a prized piece of whisky history—this is bottle number 4790.

Key Details:
- Distillery: Port Ellen (closed, Islay, Scotland)
- Release: 2nd Release (Diageo Special Releases)
- Age: 24 Years
- Distilled: 1978
- Bottled: 2002
- Style: Single Malt Scotch Whisky
- ABV: [confirm from label, typically 59.35% for this release]
- Bottle Size: 70cl
- Cask Strength: Yes
- Limited Edition: 1 of 12,000
- Packaging: original box included
- Condition: Bottle in excellent condition; label and capsule clean; fill level high/into neck, Small tear in box as shown in images.

Tasting Notes:
Nose: Maritime smoke, brine, and lemon zest with coal tar, seaweed, and subtle vanilla.
Palate: Intense and oily—peat smoke, salted caramel, pepper, and dried fruit layered with coastal minerality and a touch of medicinal sweetness.
Finish: Long, smoky, and elegant with lingering ash, sea salt, and sweet oak.

Why Collect This Bottle:
- Closed Distillery: Port Ellen’s legendary status and finite stocks make every official release highly collectible
- Special Release Pedigree: 2nd release in Diageo’s iconic series, highly sought after by collectors
- Age & Provenance: 24 years maturation, distilled 1978, bottled 2002—true Islay heritage
- Limited Edition: Only 12,000 bottles, each individually numbered

Seller Notes:
- Stored upright in a cool, dark, climate-controlled environment
- Fill level: high/into neck; capsule/security seal intact. Small tear in presentation box.

Bidder Confidence:
- Authenticity assured
- Professional, secure packaging for shipping
- International shipping available; buyer responsible for local duties and taxes