1960s Vat 69 35 fl oz (South Queensferry Era) wines

1960s Vat 69 35 fl oz (South Queensferry Era) winesAh, a vintage 35 fl oz bottle of Vat 69 from South Queensferrynow thats a proper slice of Scotch whisky history. This blend, created by William Sanderson in 1882, was famously selected from a panel tasting of 100 vats, with number 69 declared the finest. By the late 1960s ,production had moved from Leith to South Queensferry, marking a new chapter for this enduring brand. Speculative Tasting Notes: Vat 69 (South Queensferry Era) Nose : Toffee and

Some tasters report subtle dried fruit and floral hints

A little pears and confectionary

This is a red wine Pineau from the same estate as the blanc (see above)

Hence the estate’s sad name

a private label

Nose :- Light and grassy

reflecting its age and quality

Aftertaste: The violet and rose notes linger in the long marmalade finish

balanced by earthy undertones of Tasmanian pepperberry1

and Muscadelle grapes

Notes of salty/smoky mezcal in the aftertaste

barrel-fermented wines of outstanding character and complexity