December 2023 Auction

Château Haut-Brion 2009 Graves 1er-Cru 12x75cl

From the appellation of Pessac-Léognan (originally Graves before 1987), Château Haut-Brion is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates, listed as one of only five 1st Growth (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc. Although Haut Brion was located in Graves (the other four are in the Médoc), the Château was recognised for the exceptional quality of its wines and has always merited its place amongst the finest wines of Bordeaux and indeed the world.

The wines of Château Haut-Brion feature varying compositions of approximately 40-50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40-60% Merlot, with Cabernet Franc; matured in oak barrels (approximately 70-80% new) for 18-22 months.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

These 12 bottles are presented in their original wooden case, previously unopened prior to this listing.

Screaming Eagle 2011 Napa Valley 2x75cl

From the Oakville district of Napa Valley, Screaming Eagle - established only in 1986 - is one of California's contemporarily-deemed cult wineries.  While generally relatively new operations, such \"cult\" wineries are renowned both for their wines of incredibly high quality and incredibly high value.

A blend of 80-85% Cabernet Sauvignon with small amounts of Merlot and Cabernet Franc; Matured for 24 months in 65% new French oak barrels. 

This lot is subject to a 2 bottle shipping fee.

Château Lafite-Rothschild 2011 Pauillac 1er-Cru 6x75cl

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured in new oak barrels for between 18 to 20 months.

Château Lafite Rothschild is an iconic first-growth property in Pauillac, North West of Bordeaux, France with vines first planted in the late 16th century by the Ségur family. It achieved its top-tier rank in 1855 and has been in the Rothschild family since 1868.

Lafite was listed as one of only four 1st Growths in the famed 1855 Classification of Medoc - though sister-estate Château Mouton-Rothschild gained promotion from 2nd (2eme Cru) to 1st-Growth in 1973.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 6 bottles applied to this lot.

Tenuta San Guido 'Sassicaia' 1985 Bolgheri 150cl

First released with the 1968 vintage, Sassicaia is one of Italy's greatest and most iconic wines.  A \"Super-Tuscan\" by nature of being made from grape varieties not native to Tuscany, and which pays significant homage - and competition - to Bordeaux.

The wine is a Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend with Cabernet Franc; Matured for 20-25 months in French Oak barriques.

This is a 1.5 litre magnum bottle. Large-format bottles are great for extended ageing periods due to the wine's slower rate of maturation.

Please note that due to the additional weight, there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Henri Jayer 1971 Richebourg Grand-Cru

Pinot Noir from the famed Burgundian Grand Cru vineyard and appellation of Richebourg, within the subregion of the Côte-de-Nuits.

From legendary producer Henri Jayer. 

Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste Saint Guirons 1990 Pauillac 5eme-Cru 12x75cl

From the Pauillac appellation, Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; aged for 16-18 months in 75% new oak barriques. 

As is common with historic Bordeaux properties, this Château has gone through a number of name changes from, Grand-Puy Saint-Guirons, Saint Guirons-Lacoste to Grand-Puy-Lacoste.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Haut-Brion 1947 Pessac-Léognan 1er-Grand-Cru 150cl

An incredibly old 1947 vintage from Château Haut-Brion.

From the appellation of Pessac-Léognan (originally Graves before 1987), Château Haut-Brion is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates, listed as one of only five 1st Growth (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc. Although Haut Brion was located in Graves (the other four are in the Médoc), the Château was recognised for the exceptional quality of its wines and has always merited its place amongst the finest wines of Bordeaux and indeed the world.

The wines of Château Haut-Brion feature varying compositions of approximately 40-50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40-60% Merlot, with Cabernet Franc; matured in oak barrels (approximately 70-80% new) for 18-22 months.

This is a 1.5 litre magnum bottle. Large-format bottles are great for extended ageing periods due to the wine's slower rate of maturation.

Please note that due to the additional weight, there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Marqués De Murrieta 'Castillo Ygay' 1942 Rioja Gran Reserva Especial 3x75cl

Tempranillo dominant blend from the iconic Marqués De Murrieta in the Rioja region of northern Spain. Castillo Ygay is the estate's flagship wine; Matured in American Oak barriques for a period well in excess of the minimum 24 months required to classify as Gran Reserva.

Marqués de Murrieta is the oldest family winery based in Rioja, concentrating exclusively on the production of premium Reserva and Gran Reserva wines since 1852.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 3 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Haut-Brion 2019 Graves 1er-Cru 12x75cl

From the appellation of Pessac-Léognan (originally Graves before 1987), Château Haut-Brion is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates, listed as one of only five 1st Growth (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc. Although Haut Brion was located in Graves (the other four are in the Médoc), the Château was recognised for the exceptional quality of its wines and has always merited its place amongst the finest wines of Bordeaux and indeed the world.

The wines of Château Haut-Brion feature varying compositions of approximately 40-50% Cabernet Sauvignon and 40-60% Merlot, with Cabernet Franc; matured in oak barrels (approximately 70-80% new) for 18-22 months.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Châ​teau Petrus 1961 Pomerol

Châ​teau Petrus is undisputedly the top wine estate in the Bordeaux right-bank appellation of Pomerol and rightly lays claim to being one of the most famous estates in the world of wine.  Unofficially recognised as a \"Premier Grand Cru\" (no such classification exists in Pomerol), Petrus is considered first-among-equals with the likes of Mouton- and Lafite-Rothschild in regards to both quality and iconic stature. As there is no second wine at Pétrus, where the declassified juice ends up is one of the wine world’s great mysteries.

Petrus is small estate of just 11.4 hectares (28 acres) and produces its single-varietal wine entirely from Merlot grapes. Prior to 2010, small amounts of Cabernet Franc were used in some vintages. The wines are aged in 100% new oak barrels for an average of 20 months.

Cork shows vintage date and relevant information expected for an authentic Petrus.

Château Lynch-Bages 1985 Pauillac 5eme-Cru 12x75cl

From the appellation of Pauillac, Château Lynch-Bages is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The Château Lynch-Bages wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (60-80%), left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for a period of 15-18 months in 50-75% new French oak barrels. 

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 1976 La Tâche

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's monopole Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, La Tâche.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti or simply “DRC” is undoubtedly the most renowned in Burgundy. Their annual production of La Tâche is limited with only around 1,500 cases produced each year.

Dom Pérignon Rosé 2003 Vintage Champagne 300cl

2003 Vintage Rosé Champagne from Moet & Chandon's prestigious brand, Dom Pérignon.

Dom Pérignon is only available as a vintage champagne and is only produced in exceptional years. Each vintage is made from an approximate blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay from many grapes from Grand Cru vineyards. It takes it's name from Dom Pierre Pérignon, a Benedictine monk who was an important quality pioneer for Champagne wine in the 17th century.

This is a 3 litre double magnum bottle. Large-format bottles are great for extended ageing periods due to the wine's slower rate of maturation.

Please note that due to the additional weight, there shall be a shipping charge for 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Pichon Longueville au Baron de Pichon-Longueville 1982 Pauillac 2eme-Cru 12x75cl

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend from the Pauillac appellation; Matured in French Oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Château Pichon-Baron (formerly, Chateau Pichon-Longueville au Baron de Pichon-Longueville) is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc, and is frequently referred to as one of the leading \"Super Seconds\" - 2nd Growth wines of quality comparable to the 1st Growths.

The estates vines were planted in the 17th century and the Chateau gained almost immediate notoriety. The vineyards were split in 1850 between the children of Baron Joseph Pichon de Longueville and so, Pichon-Baron (as it is now more commonly called to separate it from its rival estate) was created.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 1976 La Tâche

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's monopole Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, La Tâche.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti or simply “DRC” is undoubtedly the most renowned in Burgundy. Their annual production of La Tâche is limited with only around 1,500 cases produced each year.

Château La Mission Haut-Brion 2019 Pessac-Léognan Grand-Cru 6x75cl

Château La Mission Haut-Brion from the Pessac-Léognan appellation (originally Graves before 1987), is widely regarded as being on par with the five prestigious 1st-Growth estates as ranked in the famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc; itself ranked within the Classification of Graves 1959.

Typically a Merlot dominant blend closely followed by Cabernet Sauvignon and with a small proportion of Cabernet Franc; aged in oak barriques (70-85% new) for 18- 20 months.

This 2019 vintage is made from a blend of; 53% Merlot, 39.5% Cabernet Sauvignon and 7.5% Cabernet Franc.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 6 bottles applied to this lot.

Tenuta San Guido \"Sassicaia\" 2012 Bolgheri 6x75cl 

First released with the 1968 vintage, Sassicaia is one of Italy's greatest and most iconic wines.  A \"Super-Tuscan\" by nature of being made from grape varieties not native to Tuscany, and which pays significant homage - and competition - to Bordeaux.

The wine is a Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend with Cabernet Franc; Matured for 20-25 months in French Oak barriques.

This Lot of 6 bottles are complete with their original wooden case.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 6 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Pichon Longueville au Baron de Pichon-Longueville 2006 Pauillac 2eme-Cru 12x75cl

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend from the Pauillac appellation; Matured in French Oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Château Pichon-Baron (formerly, Chateau Pichon-Longueville au Baron de Pichon-Longueville) is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc, and is frequently referred to as one of the leading \"Super Seconds\" - 2nd Growth wines of quality comparable to the 1st Growths.

The estates vines were planted in the 17th century and the Chateau gained almost immediate notoriety. The vineyards were split in 1850 between the children of Baron Joseph Pichon de Longueville and so, Pichon-Baron (as it is now more commonly called to separate it from its rival estate) was created.

These 12 bottles are presented in their original wooden case.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Lynch-Bages 1989 Pauillac 5eme-Cru 6x75cl

From the appellation of Pauillac, Château Lynch-Bages is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The Château Lynch-Bages wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (60-80%), left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for a period of 15-18 months in 50-75% new French oak barrels. 

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 6 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine Rossignol-Trapet 2005 Chambertin Grand-Cru

Pinot Noir from the Grand Cru Burgundian appellation of Chambertin, within the subregion of Côte-de-Nuits.

Dom Perignon 1993 Vintage Champagne 300cl

1993 vintage Champagne from Moët & Chandon's prestige brand, Dom Pérignon.

Dom Pérignon is only available as a vintage champagne and is only produced in exceptional years. Each vintage is made from an approximate blend of 50% Pinot Noir and 50% Chardonnay from many grapes from Grand Cru vineyards. It takes it's name from Dom Pierre Pérignon, a Benedictine monk who was an important quality pioneer for Champagne wine in the 17th century.

This is a 3 litre double magnum bottle. Large-format bottles are great for extended ageing periods due to the wine's slower rate of maturation.

Please note that due to the additional weight, there shall be a shipping charge for 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Charles Lachaux 'La Croix Blanche' 2018 Bourgogne 3x75cl

Pinot Noir from the regional appellation of Bourgogne (aka Burgundy). Matured for a maximum of 12 months.

From renowned winemaker Charles Lachaux who also manages his family winery, the acclaimed Domaine Arnoux-Lachaux. Charles recently founded his micro-négociant label with the inaugural vintage being released in 2018.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 3 bottles applied to this lot.

Château d'Yquem 1949 Sauternes 1er-Cru Supérieur

The famed Chateau d'Yquem's signature Sauternes wine is made with 80% Semillon and 20% Sauvignon Blanc grapes. These grapes are affected by noble rot, left on the vines until affected by the noble fungus, Botrytis Cinerea, which dehydrates the grapes to raisins, leaving only the sweet sugary pulp with which to make the most incredible sweet wine. With a yield limited to one glass per vine, Château d'Yquem is a Sauternes wine whose rareness contributes to its prestige.

One of the world’s most prized and enviable wines, Château d’Yquem is Sauternes’ only classified Premier-Cru-Supérieur, and recognised as one of the top wines of Bordeaux.

Warre's 1963 Vintage Port 8x75cl

1963 vintage port from the house of Warre's.

Founded in 1670, Warre's is the first and the oldest British port company established in Portugal. By the end of the 18th century, Warre's had become one of the leading port companies. Today it is owned and run by the Symington family, whose portfolio also includes Port brands Graham’s, Dow’s, and Cockburn’s. 

Vintage Port is a specific style of Ruby Port which is made only in exceptional years and from the ripest grapes. The fermented wine is fortified before being aged for 2 years in massive oak vats which preserve the ripe fruit character. Upon bottling, the wines continue to age and can reward patient maturation for many decades.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 8 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Léoville-Barton 1995 Saint Julien 2eme-Cru 6x150cl

Château Leoville-Barton is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate which lies within the iconic terroir of Saint Julien in the Médoc. It is now one of only two chateau's from the 1855 Classification of the Medoc that remains in the hands of the same family that owned it at the time it was classified.

This wine is a typical Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance (70-87%) with Merlot and Cabernet Franc; matured in a combination of new and used oak barrels for a period of 16-18 months.

These are 1.5 litre magnum bottles. Large-format bottles are great for extended ageing periods due to the wine's slower rate of maturation.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Léoville-Barton 1995 Saint Julien 2eme-Cru 6x150cl

Château Leoville-Barton is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate which lies within the iconic terroir of Saint Julien in the Médoc. It is now one of only two chateau's from the 1855 Classification of the Medoc that remains in the hands of the same family that owned it at the time it was classified.

This wine is a typical Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance (70-87%) with Merlot and Cabernet Franc; matured in a combination of new and used oak barrels for a period of 16-18 months.

These are 1.5 litre magnum bottles. Large-format bottles are great for extended ageing periods due to the wine's slower rate of maturation.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Château La Lagune 1990 Haut-Médoc 3eme-Cru 12x75cl

From the semi-regional appellation of Haut-Médoc, Chateau La Lagune is a 3rd Growth (3eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

A classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured in oak barrels for 15 to 18 months.

The Chateau also produces a second wine, named 'Moulin de La Lagune', and, since 2004, a third cuvée called 'Mademoiselle L'. 

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Taylor's 1977 Vintage Port 12x75cl

1977 Vintage Port from the renowned house of Taylor's.

Taylor Fladgate & Yeatman, more commonly known as \"Taylor’s\" was founded in 1692 and is one of the largest, oldest and most well-known of all the founding Port houses with over three centuries of production.

Vintage Port is a specific style of Ruby Port which is made only in exceptional years and from the ripest grapes.  The fermented wine is fortified before being aged for 2 years in massive oak vats which preserve the ripe fruit character.  Upon bottling, the wines continue to age and can reward patient maturation for many decades.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine Bizot Vieilles Vignes 1997 Vosne-Romanée

Old vine Pinot Noir from the acclaimed Burgundian appellation of Vosne-Romanée.

Founded in the early 20th century, Domaine Bizot is one of the smallest and most renowned domaines in Vosne-Romanée today.

Ch. Brane-Cantenac 2010 Margaux 2eme-Cru 12x75cl

Château ​Brane-Cantenac is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (40-60%), Merlot (35-55%) and Cabernet Franc (5-10%); matured in French Oak barrels for 18 months.

These 12 bottles are presented in their original wooden case.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Seppelt 100 Year Old Para Port Liqueur 1881 Australia

Produced in a style roughly mirroring that of the fortified Ports from Portugal, this is a fortified Tawny wine from the legendary Seppeltsfield vineyards in Australia's Barossa Valley. Para 100 year old port is believed to be made from Mourvedre, Shiraz, Cabernet and Grenache.

In 1878, Benno Seppelt began the tradition of laying down a single chosen 500 Litre barrel of the winery's \"port\" with the decree that the puncheon not be opened for 100 years. 

This wine is from the 1881 vintage and was bottled in 1981- released after an incredible 100 years of maturing. This is one of only 110 bottles produced.

This lot is complete with a certificate of authenticity from Seppelt.

Leroy 'Les Chenevottes' 2014 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er-Cru

Chardonnay from the Premier Cru vineyard, Les Chenevottes, in the iconic Burgundian appellation of Chassagne-Montrachet.

From négociant, Leroy.