Princess Diana Wedding Champagne Auction
- At Bruun Rasmussen, an auction house in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.
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* What is being auctioned? A magnum of champagne from 1961.
* Where is the auction taking place? At Bruun Rasmussen, an auction house in Kongens Lyngby, Denmark.
* Why is this champagne special? It was created specifically to commemorate the 1981 wedding of Prince Charles and Lady Diana Spencer. It was disgorged (a step in champagne making) in 1981 and labeled with a note referencing the wedding.
* How rare is it? Only twelve magnums were made, and this is one of them.
* Estimated price: Between 67,000 and 80,000 euros (approximately $78,000 – $95,000).
* Is it safe to drink? Yes,according to wine manager Thomas Rosendahl Andersen,it’s “perfectly drinkable” after being thoroughly examined and tested for clarity and color.
* Who might be interested in buying it? Both wine collectors and collectors of royal memorabilia, particularly items related to Princess Diana.