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

Robert Parker (Wine Advocate): 96/100

Grapes are hand-harvested and sorted meticulously

and harmony: to blend multiple malt and grain whiskies such that no element overpowers another

used for the fermentation of the wheat mash before distillation

90% Chardonnay

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