January 2025 Auction

Masi 'Costasera' 1997 Amarone della Valpolicella Classico

Amarone della Valpolicella is one of Italy's most iconic wines.  As with all Valpolicellas, the wine is a blend of the Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella grape varieties.  

Amarone is produced through a process of partially rack-drying grapes for several months prior to fermentation, resulting in a wine of atypical power, concentration and alcohol content with an ability to benefit from long periods of maturation.

This wine is from the Classico sub-region which is deemed to produce wines of particularly esteemed quality.

Marchesato degli Aleramici 2010 Brunello di Montalcino 2x75cl

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino; Classed as a Riserva this wine must have been matured for a minimum of 6 years with a minimum of 2 years in wood and 6 months in bottle.

Brunello di Montalcino is one of the great under-appreciated wines of Italy. The wine must be made from 100% Sangiovese which undergoes an extended period of pre-fermentation maceration to extract maximum colour, flavour and tannins which affords the wine its ability to mature for long periods.  Brunello di Montalcino must be aged in oak - commonly Slavonian oak - for a minimum of 2 years, though traditionally winemakers would age their Brunellos in oak for at least 3 years before release.

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

Mvemve Raats 'MR' De Compostella 2013 Stellenbosch 2x75cl

A Cabernet Franc dominant blend from South Africa's renowned Stellenbosch wine-region.

In 2002 Bruwer Raats collaborated with winemaker and lifelong friend, Mzokhona Mvemve to launch Mvemve Raats.

This 2013 vintage is made from a blend of 41% Cabernet Franc, 19% Cabernet Sauvignon, 17% Malbec, 14% Merlot and 9% Petit Verdot. 

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

Poggio di Sotto 2010 Rosso di Montalcino 3x75cl

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino; aged for two years in cask and 6 months in bottle.

Established as a DOC in 1983, Rosso di Montalcino must be made from 100% Sangiovese (locally known as Sangioveto Grosso) and carries many similar characteristics of the great Brunello di Montalcino, except it is required to be matured for a lesser period of time in oak barrels- a minimum of 12 months. 

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

Mayacamas Zinfandel 1983 Napa Valley

Zinfandel from California's renowned Napa Valley.

The Napa Valley wine region is arguably California's best known wine producing area, famed for its Cabernet Sauvignon and Bordeaux-style blends. It was officially recognised for its high-quality wines and distinctive regional terroir when it became California’s first American Viticultural Area (AVA) in 1981. 

Moët & Chandon 2008 Grand Vintage Champagne

2008 Grand Vintage Champagne from the renowned House of Moët & Chandon. 

Established in 1743 by Claude Moët, the world famous Moet & Chandon continues to be one of the world's largest champagne producers and most sought-after Champagne brands in the world.

The wine is composed of a blend of 26% Pinot Noir, 23% Pinot Meunier and 51% Chardonnay - of which 20-30% are Reserve wines. In relation to sparkling wines, the term \"Reserve\" asserts that older (reserved) wines have been included in the multi-vintage blend.

Il Poggione 2001 Brunello di Montalcino

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino.

Brunello di Montalcino is one of the great under-appreciated wines of Italy. The wine must be made from 100% Sangiovese which undergoes an extended period of pre-fermentation maceration to extract maximum colour, flavour and tannins which affords the wine its ability to mature for long periods.  Brunello di Montalcino must be aged in oak - commonly Slavonian oak - for a minimum of 2 years, though traditionally winemakers would age their Brunellos in oak for at least 3 years before release.

This wine is made from the estates oldest vineyards, planted between 490-475 feet above sea level.

Maison Sylvain Loichet 2012 Clos de Vougeot Grand-Cru

Pinot Noir from the iconic Burgundian Grand Cru walled vineyard and appellation of Clos-Vougeot within the Côte de Nuits subregion.

Clos de Vougeot, also referred to as Clos Vougeot, is a large walled vineyard established in the 11th Century by Cistercian monks of the Cîteaux Abbey. Planted with 100% Pinot Noir, it considered one of the finest grand cru vineyards in the Côte de Nuits subregion of northern Burgundy.

Mount Pleasant 'Lovedale' Cellar Aged Semillon 2018 Hunter Valley 2x75cl

Single vineyard Semillon from the Hunter Valley wine region located in New South Wales, Australia.

The Lovedale site was planted in 1946.

Montes 'Purple Angel' 2007 Colchagua Valley

Purple Angel is a renowned blend of 92% Carmenère and 8% Petit Verdot from Chile's Colchagua valley. Aged for 18 months in new French oak barrels.

Viña Montes was founded in 1988 initially under the name Discover Wine Ltda. The grapes for Purple Angel come from Montes' own vineyards in Apalta and Marchigüe.

Carmenère is the long-lost grape variety that recently resurfaced in Chile after being presumed extinct in Bordeaux, its original home. It is considered one of Chile's ‘signature’ varieties where it is often referred to as the ‘Jurassic Park’ grape that returned from the past.

Marchesi di Barolo 1943 Barolo

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.

Marchesi di Barolo was founded over two century's ago and is one of Italy's most iconic and historic wine estates. It was acquired in 1929 by winemaker Pietro Abbona and is today still owned by the Abbona Family.

Mongeard Mugneret 'Les Narbantons' 2018 Savigny-les-Beaune 1er-Cru 2x75cl

Pinot Noir from the Premier Cru vineyard of Les Narbantons within the Burgundy appellation of Savigny-Les-Beaune.

The large Premier Cru vineyard of Les Narbantons is located in the South of Savigny-Les-Beaune and is planted primarily to Pinot Noir and a very small portion of Chardonnay. 

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

Mas de Daumas Gassac 1983 L'Herault

Renowned Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (65-80%) red wine blended with up to 20 grape varieties including; Cabernet Franc, Malbec, Merlot, Syrah, Tannat, Petit Verdot and Carmenere: matured for 12-15 months in old oak barrels. 

From the Languedoc area of Southern France, this red wine is classified as \"Vin De Pays De L'Herault\" due to its use of grape varieties not permitted within the regional appellation's regulations.

 Moët & Chandon 'Impérial' Brut NV Champagne 2x75cl

Non-vintage Champagne from renowned Champagne House, Moët & Chandon. Impérial is the House’s iconic champagne, created in 1869.

Established in 1743 by Claude Moët, the world famous Moet & Chandon continues to be one of the world's largest champagne producers and most sought-after Champagne brands in the world.

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

M.Chapoutier 'Monier de la Sizeranne' 1999 Hermitage

Chapoutier's Monier de la Sizeranne is made from 100% Syrah, featuring grapes brought together from vineyards on both the east and west sides of the Hermitage hill: matured for 18 months in 85% oak barrels and 15% concrete tanks.

Hermitage or Ermitage is a small but world-renowned appellation located in the Northern Rhône, responsible for some of France's most prestigious red wines made from Syrah. Though typically made with 100% Syrah, regulations allow the addition of up to 15% of the white grapes Marsanne and Roussanne to be included. White wine is also produced in Hermitage in smaller quantities.

Maison Chapoutier is without doubt one of the oldest and most renowned names in the Rhône producing some of the finest Hermitage. Today Chapoutier is both a negociant and wine maker and are active all over the Rhone valley in every major appellation owning close to 25% of the entire appellation.

I-Capitelli 1989 Recioto di Soave

A sweet white wine made from a Garganega dominant blend from the Recioto di Soave wine region of the larger Veneto region in Italy. 

Recioto is produced through a process of partially rack-drying grapes for several months to concentrate grape sugars resulting in a sweet wine of atypical power and concentration.

Moone Tsai Corinne Cuvee Pinot Noir 2017 Sonoma Coast

Pinot Noir from California's renowned Sonoma Coast AVA in Sonoma Count.

Martinez Lacuesta 1922 Rioja Reserva Especial

Tempranillo dominant red wine from the famed Rioja region in northern Spain; Classified as a Reserva, this wine was matured for a minimum period of 36 months including 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. 

Il Poggione 2003 Brunello di Montalcino

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino.

Brunello di Montalcino is one of the great under-appreciated wines of Italy. The wine must be made from 100% Sangiovese which undergoes an extended period of pre-fermentation maceration to extract maximum colour, flavour and tannins which affords the wine its ability to mature for long periods.  Brunello di Montalcino must be aged in oak - commonly Slavonian oak - for a minimum of 2 years, though traditionally winemakers would age their Brunellos in oak for at least 3 years before release.

This wine is made from the estates oldest vineyards, planted between 490-475 feet above sea level.

Marchesi di Barolo 1950 Barolo

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.

Marchesi di Barolo was founded over two century's ago and is one of Italy's most iconic and historic wine estates. It was acquired in 1929 by winemaker Pietro Abbona and is today still owned by the Abbona Family.

Moët & Chandon Imperial Rosé NV Champagne Gift Set

Rosé Champagne from the renowned Champagne House, Moët & Chandon.

Established in 1743 by Claude Moët, the world famous Moet & Chandon continues to be one of the world's largest champagne producers and most sought-after Champagne brands in the world.

This gift set includes two branded Champagne flutes and flute stand in the shape of a bow. 

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

M.Chapoutier 'Les Granits' 2005 Saint-Joseph

Syrah from the lesser-known Northern Rhône Valley appellation of Saint-Joseph.

Maison Chapoutier is without doubt one of the oldest and most renowned names in the Rhône producing some of the finest Hermitage. Today Chapoutier is both a negociant and wine maker and are active all over the Rhone valley in every major appellation owning close to 25% of the entire appellation.

Saint-Joseph is the second-largest appellation in the Northern Rhône. The red wines must be made from a minimum of 90% Syrah, and can have up to 10% of the white wine grape Marsanne or Roussanne included- generally the wines are made from 100% Syrah.

Marchesi Di Barolo 1978 Barolo Riserva

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.

Montes Alpha 'M' Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 Colchagua Valley

Single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend with Merlot from Chile's Colchagua valley.

One of the most awarded Chilean wines - Montes Alpha M is a limited release produced only in the very best deemed vintages. 

Manfred Breit 'Dhroner Hofberg' Riesling Spätlese 1997 Mosel 3x75cl

Semi-sweet Riesling from the single vineyard of Dhroner Hofberg located in Germany's Mosel valley, which also includes the Saar and Ruwer tributaries.

Spätlese is the the lightest of the German late harvest wines, produced from slightly-late-harvested grapes and may be either sweet or dry. If “Trocken” is noted on the label you can assume it's a dry style.

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

M.Chapoutier 'Les Granits' 2005 Saint-Joseph

Syrah from the lesser-known Northern Rhône Valley appellation of Saint-Joseph.

Maison Chapoutier is without doubt one of the oldest and most renowned names in the Rhône producing some of the finest Hermitage. Today Chapoutier is both a negociant and wine maker and are active all over the Rhone valley in every major appellation owning close to 25% of the entire appellation.

Saint-Joseph is the second-largest appellation in the Northern Rhône. The red wines must be made from a minimum of 90% Syrah, and can have up to 10% of the white wine grape Marsanne or Roussanne included- generally the wines are made from 100% Syrah.

Mastro Janni 2016 Brunello di Montalcino

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino; Matured for at least 2 years in oak barrels.

Brunello di Montalcino is one of the great under-appreciated wines of Italy. The wine must be made from 100% Sangiovese which undergoes an extended period of pre-fermentation maceration to extract maximum colour, flavour and tannins which affords the wine its ability to mature for long periods.  Brunello di Montalcino must be aged in oak - commonly Slavonian oak - for a minimum of 2 years, though traditionally winemakers would age their Brunellos in oak for at least 3 years before release.

Marchesi di Barolo 1982 Barolo

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.

Marchesi di Barolo was founded over two century's ago and is one of Italy's most iconic and historic wine estates. It was acquired in 1929 by winemaker Pietro Abbona and is today still owned by the Abbona Family.

Marchesi di Barolo 1952 Barolo

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.

Marchesi di Barolo was founded over two century's ago and is one of Italy's most iconic and historic wine estates. It was acquired in 1929 by winemaker Pietro Abbona and is today still owned by the Abbona Family.

Il Grappolo 2016 Brunello di Montalcino

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino.

Brunello di Montalcino is one of the great under-appreciated wines of Italy.  100% Sangiovese which undergoes an extended period of pre-fermentation maceration to extract maximum colour, flavour and tannins which affords the wine its ability to mature for long periods.  Brunello di Montalcino must be aged in oak - commonly Slavonian oak - for a minimum of 2 years, though traditionally winemakers would age their Brunellos in oak for at least 3 years before release.

Montevertine 'Pian del Ciampolo' 2016 Toscana

Pian del Ciampolo is made from Sangiovese dominant blend (90+%) with Canaiolo and Volorino from the Italian region of Toscana (Tuscany): aged for 12 months in Slovanian oak barrels. 

Méo-Camuzet 2004 Bourgogne

Pinot Noir from the regional appellation of Bourgogne (aka Burgundy).

The historic Méo-Camuzet was founded by Étienne Camuze, originally a vigneron in Vosne-Romanée and has passed through the hands of the prominent Burgundian family to become the renowned estate it is known as today.