January 2025 Auction

Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey​ 2001 Sauternes 1er-Cru 24x37.5cl

Château Lafaurie-Peyraguey was ranked, as part of the former Chateau Peyraguey, as a First Growth Premier Cru (1er-Cru) in Bordeaux' famed 1855 Classification of the Gironde.

The wines of Sauternes are produced from a blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and occasionally a small amount of Muscadelle, 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 one of the worlds most sought after sweet wines.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 24 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Musar 2013 Bekaa Valley 6x75cl

Château Musar Red is a blend comprising of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan and Cinsault from Lebanon's Bekaa Valley; Aged in French oak for 12 months. 

Château Musar was created in 1930 by Gaston Hochar. In recent years Château Musar has become the first producer in Lebanon to achieve organic certification for its vineyards. Today the Chateau is one of the leading wineries increasing wide-spread recognition of Lebanon's wines and wine-history.

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

Château Mouton Rothschild 1989 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1988 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Mouton Rothschild 2001 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château La Fleur-Pourret 2009 Saint-Émilion 6x75cl

A classic Merlot dominant, right-bank Bordeaux-blend from the appellation of Saint-Émilion.

Château La Fleur-Pourret was purchased by Domaines Manoncourt in 2002, who also owns and manages the renowned Château Figeac. 

Saint-Émilion is located in the Libournais district of Bordeaux's Right Bank. Merlot is the primary grape variety used in the wines blended with Cabernet Franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Petit Verdot and Malbec are also permitted but rarely used.

There is a fairly complicated classification system for the appellation which includes; Premier Grand Cru Classé A, Premier Grand Cru Classé B and Grand Cru Classé. Saint-Émilion Grand Cru may also be noted on labels but without the word \"Classé\", this means the wine is not part of this classification system. In recent years some top producers in the area have voluntarily withdrawn for the classification system.

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

Château Ausone 1995 Saint-Émilion 1er-Grand-Cru

Châ​teau​ Ausone is an iconic estate that has held rank of Premier Grand Cru Classe \"A\" in each Classification of Saint-Émilion since the qualification's formation in 1959. In 2021 Château Ausone voluntary withdrew from the official Saint-Émilion classification system as they did not agree with the new classification specifications.

The wines are typically a blend of 50 - 60% Cabernet Franc and 40 - 50% Merlot from old vines with an average age of 55+ years, their Cabernet Franc Vines are seriously old at over 100 years of age! Matured for 18 - 24 months, most vintages in 100% new oak. 

Château Mouton Rothschild 1994 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Palmer 1985 Margaux 3ème-Cru / Gallaire & Fils 2x75cl

Located in the appellation of Margaux, Château Palmer was ranked as a 3rd-Growth (3ème-Cru) Grand Cru estate in the famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend - these early vintages were Merlot dominant; Matured in French Oak barrels for 18-20 months.

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

Château Palmer 1985 Margaux 3ème-Cru / Gallaire & Fils 2x75cl

Located in the appellation of Margaux, Château Palmer was ranked as a 3rd-Growth (3ème-Cru) Grand Cru estate in the famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend - these early vintages were Merlot dominant; Matured in French Oak barrels for 18-20 months.

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

Château Latour 1975 Pauillac 1er Cru

From the Pauillac appellation and ranked as one of the original four First Growths (Premier Crus) in the famed 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

Château Latour's Grand Vin is a classic left-bank Bordeaux-blend, produced exclusively from grapes picked from old-vines with Cabernet Sauvignon contributing to over 90% of the final blend.; Maturation takes place in French Oak barrels for 18 months.

Château Rieussec 1996 Sauternes 1er-Cru 12x75cl

Once belonging to the Carmelite monks in Langon, the renowned Château Rieussec is now owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), since they purchased the estate in 1984. Chateau Rieussec was ranked as a First Growth Premier Cru (1er-Cru) in Bordeaux' famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wines of Sauternes are produced from a blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and occasionally a small amount of Muscadelle, 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 one of the worlds most sought after sweet wines.

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

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1989 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru 3x75cl

From the appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc, and frequently regarded as one of the leading \"Super Seconds\".

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for approximately 18 months in 60%-70% new oak.

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is one oldest estates in the Medoc dating back to the 13th century. The 75-hectare vineyard has an average vine age of 35 years, however, Ducru-Beaucaillou also has old vines. Their oldest plot is the Les Sadons parcel was planted all the way back in 1918.

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

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1989 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru 3x75cl

From the appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc, and frequently regarded as one of the leading \"Super Seconds\".

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for approximately 18 months in 60%-70% new oak.

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou is one oldest estates in the Medoc dating back to the 13th century. The 75-hectare vineyard has an average vine age of 35 years, however, Ducru-Beaucaillou also has old vines. Their oldest plot is the Les Sadons parcel was planted all the way back in 1918.

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

Château Palmer 1985 Margaux 3ème-Cru / Gallaire & Fils 2x75cl

Located in the appellation of Margaux, Château Palmer was ranked as a 3rd-Growth (3ème-Cru) Grand Cru estate in the famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend - these early vintages were Merlot dominant; Matured in French Oak barrels for 18-20 months.

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

Château Calon-Ségur 1964 Saint-Estèphe 3eme-Cru 6x75cl

From the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Estèphe, Château Calon-Ségur is a 3rd Growth (3eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc. The Château is home to one of the few walled vineyards in the Left Bank and is the most northerly of all the Médoc Grand-Crus Classés.

Typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot; Matured in 100% new oak barrels for 18-20 months.

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

Châ​teau Ormes de Pez 1986 Saint-Estèphe 12x75cl

Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnels, classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant Bordeaux-blend from the left-bank appellation of Saint Estèphe; This wine is typically aged for 14-16 months in 35-50% new French oak. 

The vineyards of Châ​teau Ormes de Pez are planted to 54% Cabernet Sauvignon, 37% Merlot, 7% Cabernet Franc and 2% Petit Verdot - A ratio in which the wine roughly follows with slight vintage variation. 

Châ​teau Les Ormes de Pez is owned by the Cazes family, also owners of the renowned Château Lynch-Bages since 1939.

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

Château Angélus 1993 St-Emilion 1er-Grand-Cru 2x75cl

Founded in the 18th Century, Chateau Angélus, known as Château L'Angélus until 1990, is a highly respected estate within the right-bank Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Émilion- promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classé A status in the 2012 reclassification. In 2022 Château Angélus withdrew it's application from the official Saint-Émilion classification system.

The wine is typically an even blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc; matured in new oak barrels for 18-22 months.

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

Château La Mission Haut-Brion 1981 Graves Grand-Cru 150cl

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. 

The Pessac-Léognan wine region was carved out of the Graves sub-region in 1987. Many estates in what is now Pessac-Léognan were labelled under Graves prior to 1987, such as Château La Mission Haut-Brion.

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 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 Gruaud-Larose 2000 St-Julien 2eme-Cru 150cl

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

The wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured for 16-18 months in oak barrels. New oak use has increased from around 30% in the 1990s to around 90% in the 2000s. 

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 Palmer 1982 Margaux 3ème-Cru

Located in the appellation of Margaux, Château Palmer was ranked as a 3rd-Growth (3ème-Cru) Grand Cru estate in the famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The estate can trace it's history back to the 17th century, though modern history and the Palmer name took form when Englishman Charles Palmer purchased the property in the early 19th century. The estate produces two wines- Château Palmer grand vin and a second label named Alter Ego, earlier known as La Réserve du Géneral.

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend - these early vintages were Merlot dominant; Matured in French Oak barrels for 18-20 months.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1967 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1991 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Musar 1987 Bekaa Valley 3x75cl

Château Musar Red is a blend comprising of Cabernet Sauvignon, Carignan and Cinsault from Lebanon's Bekaa Valley; Aged in French oak for 12 months. 

Château Musar was created in 1930 by Gaston Hochar. In recent years Château Musar has become the first producer in Lebanon to achieve organic certification for its vineyards. Today the Chateau is one of the leading wineries increasing wide-spread recognition of Lebanon's wines and wine-history.

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

Château de Suduiraut 1999 Sauternes 1er-Cru 24x37.5cl

Château Suduiraut was ranked as a First Growth Premier Cru (1er-Cru) in Bordeaux' famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wines of Sauternes are produced from a blend of the white wine grapes Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and occasionally a small amount of Muscadelle, 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 one of the worlds most sought after sweet wines.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 24 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1992 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1973 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1980 Pauillac 1er-Cru

Despite being initially classified as a Second Growth estate in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, Baron Philippe de Rothschild successfully lobbied for its promotion to First Growth status in 1973, making it the only estate to have been elevated to this status.

The Château's labels are also known for featuring original artwork by famous artists, starting with the 1945 vintage. Artists like Pablo Picasso, Salvador Dalí, and Andy Warhol have contributed to the label art over the years, making each vintage of Mouton Rothschild not only a masterpiece of winemaking but also a collector's item. 1945 was the first of the artist's label series (except for the one-off in 1924).

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are planted to 80% Cabernet Sauvignon, 16% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot - a ratio to which their wine roughly follows with slight annual variation; Matured in 100% new French Oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Cos d'Estournel 1983 St-Estephe 2eme-Cru 4x75cl

From the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Estèphe, Cos D'Estournel 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.

Their wine is typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60-65%) and Merlot (35-40%), with newer vintages including small volumes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

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

Château Coutet 1989 Barsac 1er-Cru 12x75cl

Château Coutet was acquired by Charles le Guerin, Lord of Coutet, in 1643 and is one of the oldest Sauternes producing vineyards; Ranked as a First Growth Premier Cru (1er-Cru) in Bordeaux' famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wines of Sauternes and Barsac are produced from a blend of Sémillon, Sauvignon Blanc and occasionally a small amount of Muscadelle, 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 one of the worlds most sought after sweet wines.

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

Clos Mogador 2006 Priorat 6x75cl

A red wine blend Grenache, Carignan (Cariñea) and tiny amount of white wine grapes from the northeastern Spanish DO of Priorat, located in the Catalonia wine region.

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

Château d'Yquem 2006 Sauternes 1er-Cru Supérieur

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

Château d'Yquem can trace it's history back to 1593, the estate has long been recognised for its unique terroir, situated on a hilltop with well-draining gravel and clay soils that are perfect for cultivating Sémillon and Sauvignon Blanc.

The region's misty mornings and warm afternoons encourage the development of noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), which concentrates the grapes' sugars and flavours. Château d'Yquem was classified as a Premier Cru Supérieur in the 1855 Bordeaux Classification, the highest possible ranking, highlighting its unparalleled quality and longevity. Its wines are celebrated for their complexity, richness, and remarkable ability to age for decades.