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Gordon & Macphail Ardbeg 1972 13 Years Old 40% Meregalli Import

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Reviewed 06 August 2026 ·View daily archive

Whisky facts

Region
Islay
Independent Bottler
Gordon & Macphail
Age
13 years
ABV
40%
Vintage
1972

Definitely a high quality young Ardbeg from the early 70s

In the glass

Tasting Notes

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Gordon & Macphail Ardbeg 1972 13 Years Old 40% Meregalli Import

06 August 2026
91

Definitely a high quality young Ardbeg from the early 70s

Nose

Beautiful nose, slightly floral & sweet, some dried fruits as expected from the color

Body

Light delicate meaty smoke, superb balance between smokiness & sweetness The body is a bit thin to my liking, but taste way older & more mature than the 13 suggests

Finish

Long sweet meaty finish, but a bit simple

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