January 2024 Auction

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. Production remains low with only 400 to 750 cases produced annually which is available through an active member list only. 

Made from a blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and equal parts 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.

Châ​teau Petrus 2004 Pomerol 2x75cl

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.

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

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.

Château Petrus 2001 Pomerol 2x75cl

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.

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

Château Haut-Brion 2019 Graves 1er-Cru 6x75cl

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 6 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Lafite-Rothschild 1982 Pauillac 1er-Cru

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.

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 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.

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.

Châ​teau Petrus 1995 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. 

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.

1995 was a very small production year.

Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 1993 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 Lafite-Rothschild 1982 Pauillac 1er-Cru

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.

Krug Brut 1969 Vintage Champagne

1969 vintage champagne from the renowned house of Krug.

Krug is a Champagne house founded by Joseph Krug in 1843. It is based principally in Reims, the main city in France's Champagne region and is one of the famous Champagne houses that formed part of the Grandes marques.

Krug is part of the wider Moët Hennessy group of companies. Although no longer owned by the Krugs, the family is still heavily involved with sixth-generation Olivier Krug Director of the House today.

Château Léoville Las Cases 2009 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru 4x75cl

From the St-Julien appellation, Chateau Leoville Las Cases is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The compositions of Le Grand Vin de Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases varies with each vintage, yet are true to Bordeaux' classic left-bank formula of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance, Merlot moderance, some Cabernet Franc and a tiny dash of Petit Verdot; matured in French Oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Leroy 1989 Romanée-Saint Vivant Grand-Cru

Burgundian Pinot Noir from the exceptional Grand Cru vineyard and appellation of Romanée-Saint-Vivant in the Côte de Nuits sub-region.

From négociant, Leroy. 

Please see condition report regarding this lot. 

Domaine De La Romanée​-Conti 1969 Richebourg Grand-Cru

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's exceptional Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, Richebourg, within the subregion of the Côte-de-Nuits;.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti or simply “DRC” is undoubtedly the most renowned estate in Burgundy today. The domaine uses 100% new oak to mature their wines which comes from their private supply in the Troncais forest.

Please see condition report. 

Domaine De La Romanée-Conti 'Marey-Monge' 1997 Romanée-Saint-Vivant

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from the former Marey-Mange plot within Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's exceptional monopole Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, Romanée-Saint-Vivant.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti or simply “DRC” is undoubtedly the most renowned estate in Burgundy today.

This is bottle number 7400.

Domaine Bizot 2005 Vosne-Romanée

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.

Domaine Bizot 2010 Vosne-Romanée

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.

Vega Sicilia 'Unico' 2013 Ribera del Duero Gran Reserva 3x75cl

Vega Sicilia is one of Spain's most renowned wineries, responsible for three iconic wines: \"Unico\" Gran Reserva, \"Unico\" Reserva Especial and \"Valbuena\".

This bottle is their signature wine, Unico Gran Reserva - a blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Tinto Fino (aka Tempranillo), usually released after almost 10 years of maturation - normally with 6 years in oak.​

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

Château Haut-Brion 1959 Pessac-Léognan 1er-Grand-Cru

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.

Château d'Yquem 1959 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.

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.

Château Léoville Poyferré 2009 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru 6x75cl

From the Bordeaux left-bank appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Léoville Poyferré is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured in oak barrels for approximately 18 months

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

2000 Les 5 'Millesimes 1995' Bordeaux Great Growths Gift Set 6x150cl

A gift pack featuring 1995 vintage magnums of the finest Bordeaux \"Great Growths\" of which was sent to 2000 wine lovers to celebrate the turn of the millennium by Nicolas de Bailliencourt dit Courcols of Chateau Gazin. 

This lot contains the following;

• 2x Château Smith Haut Lafitte 1995 Graves Grand-Cru - 12.5%
• 1x Château Pontet-Canet 1995 Pauillac 5eme-Cru - 13%
• 1x Château Gazin 1995 Pomerol - 13%
• 1x Château Canon-la-Gaffelière 1995 St-Emilion Grand-Cru - 13%
• 1x Château​ Branaire-Ducru 1995 Saint-Julien 4eme-Cru - 13%

This lot is complete with it's original wooden gift box and letter from Nicolas de Bailliencourt dit Courcols of Chateau Gazin.

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

Château Pichon Longueville 1918 Pauillac 2eme-Cru

An incredibly old 1918 vintage from Château Pichon Longueville.

Located in the Pauillac appellation, Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wines of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande, often shorted to Château Pichon Lalande, tend to feature a higher proportion of Merlot within their Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blends, than other estates within the Pauillac appellation; Matured in new French Oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

please see condition report regarding this lot. 

Gaja Sori San Lorenzo 1999 Langhe 3x75cl

Nebbiolo from the renowned Langhe subregion of Piedmont.

Gaja are one of the most renowned wine producers in Italy. Founded in 1859 by Giovanni Gaja, the estate has since been owned and operated by five generations of the Gaja family.

This wine comes from the celebrated vineyard site of Sori San Lorenzo.

These 3 bottles are presented in their original wooden case.

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

Château Montrose 1989 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru 150cl

Château Montrose 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.

Typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the left-bank appellation of Saint-Estèphe; Matured for approximately 18 months in 60% new French Oak barrels.

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.

Paul Jaboulet La Chapelle 1997 Hermitage 11x75cl

Syrah from the iconic northern Rhône Valley appellation of Hermitage; Aged for an undisclosed period in 20% new oak. 

Paul Jaboulet is one of the most prominent names in the Rhône and Hermitage. La Chapelle is their flagship wine, made from 100% Syrah from a blend from their top sites including the acclaimed vineyards of Les Bessards, Le Meal and Les Rocoules. The estate also produce a \"La Chapelle blanc\" which is made from 100% Marsanne grapes. 

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 11 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine Armand Rousseau 2002 Mazy-Chambertin Grand-Cru

Pinot Noir from the renowned Burgundian Grand Cru vineyard and appellation of Mazy-Chambertin (also spelled Mazis-Chambertin) which is the northernmost grand cru vineyard in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits sub-region.

Produced by the legendary Domaine Armand Rousseau- one of the great Domaines of Burgundy. 

Domaine A.-F. Gros 2005 Richebourg Grand-Cru

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

The great Domaine Jean Gros was divided between Jean's three children upon his retirement and the new Domaines: Anne-Françoise's Gros (A.-F. Gros), Domaine Michel Gros and Domaine Gros Frère & Soeur, were created.

Chateau d'Yquem 1960 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.