Lot 68471
Royal Lochnagar Selected Reserve Bottled 1980s - Soffiantino 75cl / 43%
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A bottle of Royal Lochnagar Selected Reserve, presented in a wooden box. This was imported to Italy by P Soffiantino, we estimate in the 1980s.
The label tells the story of how Lochnagar earned its 'Royal' title:
The Diary of John Begg 14th September 1848:
'I asked Prince Albert if he would like to taste a dram. HRH having agreed to this, I called for a bottle and glasses (which had been previously in readiness) and, presenting one glass to Her Majesty, she tasted it. So did His Royal Highness the Prince. I then presented a glass to the Princess Royal, and to the Prince of Wales, and Prince Alfred, all of whom tasted the spirit.'
As a result of this visit the Distillery was granted the privilege of calling itself 'Royal' Lochnagar, the very first to be accorded this honour by Her Majesty.
This is bottle number 02461.
Please see images for fill level and label condition. Note wear to the box, labels, capsule and tax strip.
Note the absence of a condition statement does not imply that this lot is in perfect condition or free from wear and tear, imperfections or the effects of ageing. Older bottles often contain small amounts of sediment.
This bottle does not appear to be leaking. While we take every care to pack bottles securely we cannot guarantee that old corks and closures will not leak in transit.
Base of neck