Stoic Drinker’s Notes
2015-01-31 | Very Good

GlenDullan 1969 34yo Douglas Laing Old & Rare

GlenDullan GLENDULLAN 1969-2003 34yo DOUGLAS LAING Old & Rare 46.8%, one of 217 bottles
Bottle #グレンダラン(GLENDULLAN)
Although this is a rare bottle with an unusual labeling error, it still delivers the deliciousness characteristic of this series. GlenDullan GLENDULLAN 1969-2003 34yo DOUGLAS LAING Old & Rare 46.8% one of 217 bottles The aroma is pleasant with barley, cinnamon, cookies, and a sense of aging, gradually expanding into a peach-like scent. When drinking, it starts with a smooth mouthfeel and expands into an aromatic complexity, featuring peach, pear, good barley notes, and a pleasant sweetness with a strong presence and an intoxicating long finish. [Very Good] From Douglas Laing's Old & Rare collection, GlenDullan 1969, aged for 34 years. Although the label states it was distilled in 1966, this does not match the aging duration. In reality, it was distilled in 1969. The aroma features barley and cinnamon, with a gradually increasing peach-like quality. As usual, there is a distinct sense of aging that Old & Rare is known for. When tasted, it starts with a smooth mouthfeel full of aging complexity and expands into an aromatic richness. The barley's umami, peach, and pear notes with a matured fruity character are beautifully combined. Despite the alcohol content, it has sufficient body and presence. The high-level balanced aroma and an intoxicating long finish were truly remarkable. As expected from Old & Rare, it does not disappoint. This bottle was kindly provided by Walku Hall in Takadanobaba.