Macallan 1959 Campbell Hope & King Tasting Notes and Ratings.

Macallan 1959 Campbell Hope & King

Added on Friday, May 25, 2012 at 08:46 AM

Bottler:

Campbell, Hope & King

Age:	15+ yrs	Type:	Scotch
Vintage:	1959	Subtype:	Single Malt
ABV:	46.00 %	Region:	Speyside
Price:	N/A	Availability:	Collectors Only

Bottled by Campbell, Hope & King for the Italian market in the early-to-mid 1970s.

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Member Ratings and Notes

Tim

N: Trademark Macallan. Sherry all over the nose with a light dash of raisins, toffee, light aromas of roasted nuts, subdued orange zest and even a touch of vanilla creaminess. Light marmite influence as well.

P: Rich, full mouthfeel with a hint of molasses and a bit of marmite; a little sticky toffee pudding. Big, rich sherry notes with lots of fdried fruit and a bit of light cinnamon spice. Nice gentle heat, light honey sweetness. Again, a slight vanilla creamy quality to the palate, but this is all about sherry (and a touch of marmite).

F: Warm initially, dried fruits and a bit of citrus at the end which balances with a light wood influence and a bit of dark chocolate.

Macallan doesn't make 'em quite like this anymore. For me, this is a classic, textbook Macallan in character and style. The richness of the Macallan spirit balances perfectly with the cask influence around this age.

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