Estimate: 10 000 - 12 000 Kč | Distilled: 1991 | Bottled: 2007 | ABV: 43% | Region: Islay | Country: Scotland | Type: Single malt Scotch whisky

Lagavulin is an iconic distillery from the island of Islay, founded in 1816 by John Johnston, although the site had previously been illegally distilled. The distillery is located between Ardbeg and Laphroaig and is renowned for its heavily smoky, peaty character.

In 1862 the distillery was bought by John Logan Mackie, whose nephew Sir Peter Mackie, creator of the famous White Horse blend, was a major figure in the whiskey industry. After losing the exclusivity of representation to Laphroaig, he built a Malt Mill on Lagavula's grounds in 1908, but although it was designed to produce a whiskey similar to that of Laphroaig, it never succeeded. Her whiskey didn't even resemble Lagavulin. A fictional cask from this distillery played a central role in Ken Loach's film 'The Angel's Share'.

Lagavulin is part of the Classic Malts range from Diageo (which owns it today) and its most famous whiskey is Lagavulin 16 Year Old, which is considered one of the best peated whiskeys on the market. In addition to this regular bottling, limited editions appear on the market in the form of Distiller's Edition, Diageo Special Release or for the Feis Ile festival.

Lagavulin 1991 The Distillers Edition is a limited edition single malt whisky, distilled in 1991 and bottled in 2007. The Distillers Edition is a special series that uses double maturation. After an initial maturation in traditional oak casks, the whisky is transferred to sweet Pedro Ximénez sherry casks, adding richer complexity and a subtle sweetness that harmonizes with the peaty notes typical of Lagavulin.

Nose: Intense aromas of peat and vanilla, complemented by notes of raisins, sea salt, leather, and orange marmalade.

Taste: A sweet and fruity introduction transitions into strong smokiness with notes of dried grapes and a subtle saltiness.

Finish: Very long, with lingering notes of peat and fruit intermingling with hints of oak and smoke.

Lagavulin 1991 The Distillers Edition is a favorite among collectors and distillery fans for its distinctive and complex character. The auctioned bottle comes from batch LGV.4/495.