Distilled in 1966 and bottled in 1983, this rare 17-year-old Bruichladdich was released for the famed Italian writer and critic Luigi Veronelli, with an outturn of just 2,400 bottles. A vintage time capsule from Islay’s past, it captures the elegant, fruit-forward Bruichladdich style of the era and remains a highly sought-after piece of Italian-market whisky history.

Bruichladdich Distillery

Founded in 1881 on the Rhinns of Islay, Bruichladdich is known for its Victorian stillhouse, slow distillation, and an ethos rooted in provenance and transparency. Revived in the early 2000s and now renowned for championing terroir and barley variety, the distillery produces three distinctive styles: unpeated Bruichladdich, heavily peated Port Charlotte, and super-heavily peated Octomore.

Bruichladdich Riserva Veronelli 17 Year Old Tasting Notes

Nose: Melon, apricot, ginger, almond, and sweet florals with touches of pineapple, polished wood, and cinnamon.
Palate: Bright and fruity—pineapple and redcurrant—balanced by warm wood, cinnamon, dark chocolate, cocoa, leather, and a hint of light liquorice.
Finish: Long and superb, layering orange, dark chocolate, cocoa powder, and a dusty spice.

Why Add Bruichladdich Riserva Veronelli 17 Year Old to Your Collection?

A vintage 1966 distillation, a 1983 bottling, and a limited run of 2,400 bottles—this release ticks all the boxes for serious collectors. Its Italian-market provenance and association with Luigi Veronelli elevate its historical significance, while the classic, fruit-led Bruichladdich profile offers a compelling glimpse into Islay whisky of a bygone era.