Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 Year Old Polo Estancia Edition
Chivas Regal Royal Salute 21 Year Old Polo Estancia Edition is a 40% ABV (80 proof) blended Scotch whisky in a 750mL bottle — the first release in Royal Salute's Iconic Polo Destinations collection, a minimum 21 years old and fully finished in Malbec wine casks from the high-altitude terroir of Cafayate, Argentina, presented in a terracotta-glazed porcelain flagon, available to order online at Del Mesa Liquor, San Diego, CA.
- ABV: 40% (80 proof)
- Size: 750mL (700mL internationally)
- Age: minimum 21 years; released 2021
- Finish: fully finished in Malbec wine casks from Cafayate, Argentina — the first Malbec cask finish ever for Royal Salute
- Master Blender: Sandy Hyslop
- Collection: first release in the Iconic Polo Destinations collection; fourth annual Polo Collection release (2017 Polo, 2018 Beach Polo, 2019 Snow Polo)
- Score: Whisky Advocate 91 (Winter 2021, Jonny McCormick)
- Presentation: deep terracotta-glazed porcelain flagon with gold details evoking Argentinian sunsets; Estancia-lifestyle gift box
Polo's Home in a Flagon
Argentina is the undisputed home of polo — its estancias, its players, its high-goal season — and the Estancia Edition honors it with the first Malbec cask finish in Royal Salute history. The 21-year-old blend rests in top-of-the-range Malbec casks from Cafayate's high-altitude vineyards, picking up a wine-dark depth before it is sealed in a terracotta flagon glazed the color of an Argentinian sunset. Endorsed by Malcolm Borwick, Royal Salute's World Polo Ambassador. Explore our Scotch whisky shelf, see the full Chivas Regal range, or browse more luxury blended whisky.
Tasting Notes
Whisky Advocate's Jonny McCormick scored it 91, calling it "an inviting, fruity whisky kept in check by a whip-crack of spices." The Malbec finish layers dark red fruit over Royal Salute's signature opulent 21-year-old character — ripe fruit, warm spice, and the polished depth of two decades in oak.
How to Enjoy
Neat in a tulip glass — this is a sipping whisky built for the estancia veranda. It also makes a magnificent gift; the flagon and gift box are designed for exactly that.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Polo Estancia Edition?
The 2021 release honoring Argentina — the first in Royal Salute's Iconic Polo Destinations collection and the first Royal Salute ever finished in Malbec wine casks from Cafayate, Argentina.
What does the Malbec cask finish add?
A finishing rest in top-of-the-range Malbec casks from high-altitude Cafayate, layering dark red-fruit depth over the 21-year-old blend's opulent character.
How does it differ from standard Royal Salute 21?
Same house style and 21-year minimum, but with the Malbec cask finish and the limited-edition terracotta flagon presentation.
Who is Malcolm Borwick?
Royal Salute's World Polo Ambassador, who endorsed the Estancia Edition — a professional polo player tied to the Argentine polo scene the edition celebrates.
Raise a flagon to the home of polo — order Royal Salute Polo Estancia Edition online from Del Mesa Liquor in San Diego, CA.
