Ballantine’s 17yo Whisky Austria Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 96/100

Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 96/100

90% Chardonnay

all set against a backdrop of subtle spice

This imparts a subtle layer of oak-inflected spice and texture while allowing the fruit’s natural richness and varietal character to shine

crowd-pleasing structure and subtle oak nuance

Ballantine’s 17yo Whisky Austria Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 96/100Distillery Background and History Ballantines is a renowned Scotch whisky brand originally established in Edinburgh in 1827 by George Ballantine. Over time it evolved from a wine & spirits merchant into a full fledged blender of Scotch whiskies. Today, Ballantines is owned by Chivas Brothers (Pernod Ricard) and maintained through blending operations centered in Dumbarton and associated warehouses. Master Distiller and Production Philosophy The