Mannochmore 1984 20 Years Old bottled 2004 Gordon & MacPhail (GM) Connoisseurs Choice 46,0% alc by vol. 700ml with OC
€275.00*
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Filling level into neck, label and capsule very good.
Product information
Here is a detailed review of the Mannochmore 1984 20 Years Old (bottled 2004) by Gordon & MacPhail from the Connoisseurs Choice range:
Mannochmore 1984 | 20 Years Old | Gordon & MacPhail Connoisseurs Choice
Bottled: 2004
Alcohol content: 46.0% vol.
Volume: 700 ml
Speciality: Original carton (OC)
Background: Distillery
Distillery:Mannochmore (founded 1971), Speyside - one of Scotland's younger distilleries, known for light, grassy whiskies. It belongs to Diageo and produces primarily for blends (e.g. Haig Dimple).
Bottler: Gordon & MacPhail (GM) - independent bottler with a legendary reputation for maturation and cask selection. The Connoisseurs Choice series has been presenting rare single cask or small batch bottlings since the 1960s.
Maturation:20 years in (presumably) bourbon casks - typical of the classic Connoisseurs Choice series, which emphasises the unadulterated distillery characteristics.
Sensory profile (based on comparable bottlings)
Colour: Pale gold, straw yellow - an indication of bourbon cask maturation.
Nose: Fresh and floral with typical Speyside elegance: grassy notes, pear, green apple, honeycomb and delicate citrus blossom. Light vanilla and oat biscuits in the background.
Palate: Soft and smooth at 46%. Pear compote, lemon zest, honeydew melon and hay. Finely integrated oak spices (cinnamon, white pepper).
Finish: Medium length, dry with hints of cereal, liquorice and mint.
Special features & rating
Rarity: Mannochmore single malts are rare - especially as a 20-year-old bottling. The distillery characteristics are refined by the maturation period, but remain recognisable.
Strength: 46% vol. brings out flavours without overpowering - typical of GM's careful cask-strength policy for the range.
Maturation: Bourbon cask ageing emphasises Mannochmore's floral, light DNA, in contrast to the often smokier Official Bottlings.
Collector relevance:
Original carton (OC) preserves the bottle and increases resale value.
Early 2000s Connoisseurs Choice bottlings are sought after by connoisseurs.
Conclusion
A typical Speysider of its timewith an unmistakable freshness: the G&M selection emphasises Mannochmore's grassy, fruity side without masking it with overly dominant casks. The 20 years of maturation lend complexity without sacrificing the youthful vitality. An excellent "summer malt"for friends of delicate, unsweetened styles - and a piece of whisky history from an era when Connoisseurs Choice was still uncoloured and unchill-filtered.
Rating: 90/100 (for lovers of classic Speyside elegance).
Tip: Current bottle prices at auction are between €250-€400 (as of 2025), depending on condition and provenance. A treat for collectors and connoisseurs!
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Alcohol: | 40 |
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Colour: | golden |
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Country: | Scotland |
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Filling quantity: | 750 ml |
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Flavour: | Whisky |
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Grape variety: | Grain, water, yeast, wood |
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Producer: | Mannochmore |
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Product type: | Spirits |
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Region: | Speyside |
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Type of wine: | Whisky |
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Vintage: | 1984 |
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Allergens: Sulphites
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