September 2023 Auction

Clarendon Hills Piggott Range Syrah 2007 South Australia 2x75cl

Single-vineyard, old vine Syrah from the Piggott Range vineyard within Clarendon Hills, located just north-east of McLaren Vale, to the south of Adelaide, Australia;

A hillside vineyard planted in the 1960's adjacent to the Onkaparinga Valley.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Clos Du Marquis 1983 St-Julien

From the Saint-Julien appellation, Clos Du Marquis is frequently considered to be the unofficial second-wine of Chateau Leoville Las Cases - 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc; yet is regarded by owners, Domaines Delon, as an unclassified parallel-wine. Located uphill from the famed walled-vineyard of Leoville Las Cases, the grapes ripen slightly later than the \"Enclos\".

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

Croft 1960 Vintage Port

1960 vintage port from the house of Croft.

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.

Founded in 1588 by John Coft of Yorkshire, Croft is one of the most well known and respected of all Port houses which is still active today.

Cain Vineyard & Winery 'Cain Five' 1995 Napa Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend from California's renowned Napa Valley.

Cain Five is composed of the five classic varieties which come from the estates Cain Vineyard, located in the Spring Mountain District- Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Malbec, and Petit Verdot.

Chehalem Reserve Pinot Noir 2002 Willamette Valley 6x37.5cl

Pinot Noir from the Willamette Valley AVA in Oregon, United States. 

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

Clos Du Marquis 1993 Saint-Julien

From the Saint-Julien appellation, Clos Du Marquis is frequently considered to be the unofficial second-wine of Chateau Leoville Las Cases - 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc; yet is regarded by owners, Domaines Delon, as an unclassified parallel-wine. Located uphill from the famed walled-vineyard of Leoville Las Cases, the grapes ripen slightly later than the \"Enclos\".

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

Château Cantemerle 1964 Haut-Medoc 5eme-Cru 

From the Haut-Medoc appellation, Château Cantemerle was recognised as a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured in French Oak barrels for approximately 12 months.

Croft 1960 Vintage Port

1960 vintage port from the house of Croft.

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.

Founded in 1588 by John Coft of Yorkshire, Croft is one of the most well known and respected of all Port houses which is still active today.

Château de Fieuzal 1988 Pessac-Léognan Grand-Cru 2x75cl

From the appellation of Pessac-Léognan (originally Graves before 1987), Château de Fieuzal is a Grand Cru Classé estate, ranked within the 1953  and 1959 Classification of Graves.

Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend from the southern Bordeaux appellation of Pessac-Léognan: matured for 12 months in French oak. 

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Bodegas Muga 'Torre Muga' 1994 Rioja Reserva

Famed Rioja from renowned Bodegas Muga.

Tempranillo dominant red wine from the Rioja region in northern Spain; Classified as a Reserva, this wine was matured for a minimum period of 12 months in oak barrels.

Rioja is arguably Spain's top wine region and is one of only two regions classified under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system. Other than Tempranillo and Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo (Carignan) are also used in the red wines of Rioja. 

Château Gruaud-Larose 1988 St-Julien 2eme-Cru / Cordier

Château Gruaud-Larose is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant Bordeaux-blend; Matured for 16-18 months in approximately 30% new French oak barrels.

Château Cissac 1986 Haut-Médoc 2x75cl

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend from the Bordeaux sub-region of Haut-Médoc; Aged for 18-20 months in 30-40% new French oak. 

Château Cissac has been in the hands of the Vialard family since 1895 and is currently run by the 5th generation. The family also owns the neighbouring estate of Chateau du Breuil.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Batailley 1979 Pauillac 5eme-Cru

From the Pauillac appellation, Château Batailley was recognised as a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Château Batailley is one of the oldest estates in Bordeaux. In 1942 it was divided into the two separate estates that we know today; Chateau Batailley and Chateau Haut Batailley.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured in French Oak barrels (55% new) for approximately 16-18 months.

Contino 1986 Rioja Reserva 2x75cl

Tempranillo dominant red wine from the Rioja region in northern Spain; Classified as a Reserva, this wine was matured for a minimum period of 12 months in oak barrels.

Rioja is arguably Spain's top wine region and is one of only two regions classified under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system. Other than Tempranillo and Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo (Carignan) are also used in the red wines of Rioja. 

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine Charbay Distiller's Port 13 Year Old 1997 Napa Valley 4x37.5cl

1997 vintage, sweet, fortified wine from the St Helena sub-region of California's renowned Napa Valley: aged for 13 years in French oak barrels. 

Made in the same style as that of the famous Portuguese fortified wine, Port, produced in the Douro Valley.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Rauzan-Gassies 1971 Margaux 2eme-Cru

From the appellation of Margaux, Chateau Rauzan-Gassies is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for approximately 12 months in French Oak barrels.

Bollinger 'Special Cuvée' Champagne / James Bond 007

A limited edition Champagne from the renowned House of Bollinger.

Released to celebrate the historic partnership between Bollinger and 007 and the release of the 25th Bond film, No Time To Die.

Founded in 1829, Bollinger is one of the last independent Champagne houses. The house continues to be run by members of the Bollinger family to this day. The House’s 178 hectares are planted with 85% of Grand Cru and Premier Cru vines, the majority of which are Pinot Noir which is dominant in their wines. 

Castelvecchio 'Vigna La Quercia' 2007 Chianti Colli Fiorentini Riserva 5x75cl

Sangiovese dominant blend from the subzone of Chianti Colli Fiorentini within the iconic wine-region of Chianti, Tuscany: aged for 12 months in tonneaux and barriques. 

A blend of 90% Sangiovese and 10% Cabernet Sauvignon from the single vineyard of Vigna La Quercia.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 5 bottles applied to this lot.

Chehalem 'Reserve' Pinot Gris 2004 Willamette Valley 6x75cl

Pinot Gris from the Willamette Valley AVA in Oregon, United States. 

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

Bodegas Rodai 2009 Rioja Reserva 

Tempranillo dominant red wine from the Rioja region in northern Spain; Classified as a Reserva, this wine was matured for a minimum period of 12 months in oak barrels.

Rioja is arguably Spain's top wine region and is one of only two regions classified under the Denominación de Origen Calificada (DOCa) system. Other than Tempranillo and Garnacha, Graciano and Mazuelo (Carignan) are also used in the red wines of Rioja. 

Châ​teau Fayat 2012 Pomerol 2x75cl

A blend of Cabernet Franc and Merlot from the right-bank Bordeaux appellation of Pomerol.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Bollinger 'Special Cuvée' NV Champagne

Non-vintage Champagne from the renowned House of Bollinger.

Founded in 1829, Bollinger is one of the last independent Champagne houses. The house continues to be run by members of the Bollinger family to this day.

The House’s 178 hectares are planted with 85% of Grand Cru and Premier Cru vines, the majority of which are Pinot Noir which is dominant in their wines. 

Croft 1960 Vintage Port

1960 vintage port from the house of Croft.

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.

Founded in 1588 by John Coft of Yorkshire, Croft is one of the most well known and respected of all Port houses which is still active today.

Chateau Gruaud-Larose 1967 St-Julien 2eme-Cru 2x75cl

Chateau Gruaud-Larose is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wine is a classic Bordeaux-blend composed of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Petit Verdot; matured for 18 to 24 months in (40% new) French oak barrels.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Les Hauts de Pontet 1995 Pauillac

Located in the left-bank appellation of Pauillac, Château Pontet Canet is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Château Les Hauts de Pontet is the second-wine of Château Pontet-Canet and is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend- produced in small quantities. 

Bollinger Brut Rosé NV Champagne

Non-vintage Rosé Champagne from the famous house of Bollinger.

Founded in 1829, Bollinger is one of the last independent Champagne houses. The house continues to be run by members of the Bollinger family to this day.

The House’s 178 hectares are planted with 85% of Grand Cru and Premier Cru vines, the majority of which are Pinot Noir which is dominant in their wines. 

Cave De Tain 'Origine 1933' 2015 Crozes Hermitage 6x75cl

Syrah from the iconic Northern Rhône Valley appellation of Crozes-Hermitage.

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

Bollinger Brut Rosé NV Champagne

Non-vintage Rosé Champagne from the renowned House of Bollinger.

Founded in 1829, Bollinger is one of the last independent Champagne houses. The house continues to be run by members of the Bollinger family to this day.

The House’s 178 hectares are planted with 85% of Grand Cru and Premier Cru vines, the majority of which are Pinot Noir which is dominant in their wines. 

Chateau Grand-Puy-Lacoste 1971 Pauillac 5eme-Cru

From the Pauillac appellation, Chateau 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 approximately 18 months in 50% new oak barriques. 

The estate also produces a second wine called Lacoste-Borie.

Capogreco 'Museum Release' Riverside Avenue Shiraz 1984 Australia

Shiraz matured for 8 years in American oak casks and bottled in 1992.

Barale Fratelli 'Castellero' 1976 Barolo 2x75cl

Barolo, often referred to as the “king of wines”,  must always be made from 100% Nebbiolo grapes-, and matured for a minimum period of 38 months, 18 of which must be in oak barrels - (traditionally in large Slavonian oak casks).

Barolo wine comes from a traditional village of the same name located in the northern region of Piemonte. It is so revered that it was one of just three wines awarded DOCG status on the same day that the classification was introduced in July 1980. The region encompasses 11 villages in the heart of Piemonte, Most of the estates are small and family-owned, therefore production of wines from the Barolo DOCG is low.

This wine is from the single vineyard of Castellero.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Saint Jean 2007 Chateauneuf-Du-Pape

Chateauneuf-Du-Pape is one of France's iconic appellations.  Located in the Southern Rhône Valley, the appellation is most commonly known for its Grenache-dominant red wines with Syrah and Mourvèdre lead the cast of supporting grapes. White wines are also produced in exceedingly smaller volumes.