January 2025 Auction

Rockford 'Local Growers' Sémillon 2021 Barossa Valley 6x75cl

100% Sémillon from the Barossa Valley just north of Adelaide, Australia; Matured for 24 months in French and American oak barrels.

Barossa Valley is amongst Australia's oldest and most renowned wine regions. The internationally recognised region has a Mediterranean climate and is synonymous with Australia's signature grape, Shiraz. The area also boasts some of the world's oldest continually producing Shiraz, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling vines. Other prominent grapes of the region include, Semillon, Viognier and Mouvedre. 

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

Bollinger 'B13' 2013 Vintage Champagne

B13 is a 2013 vintage, Blanc-de-Noirs Champagne from the renowned House of Bollinger: aged for 7 years on lees and has a low dosage of 6 grams per litre.

Founded in 1829 initially under the name Renaudin Bollinger & Cie, 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. 

Blanc De Noirs translates to \"white from black\" and is a sparkling white wine which is produced exclusively from two permitted black grapes, Pinot Noir and/or Pinot Meunier.

Ridge 'Benito Dusi Ranch' Zinfandel 2018 Paso Robles

Single vineyard 100% Zinfandel from the Paso Robles region of California.

An iconic name in Californian wine making, Ridge vineyards only began in the 1960's, however, wine has been produced at the site under the name 'Monte Bello Winery' since 1885. Renowned for producing world-class Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Chardonnay, their Bordeaux-style blends are considered rivals to these from the great Bordeaux Chateaux. 

Boyer-Martenot 'Les Narvaux' 1995 Meursault 5x75cl

Chardonnay from the single vineyard of Les Narvaux, in the iconic Burgundian appellation of Meursault.

Located in the in the Côte de Beaune sub-region, Meursault is considered to be the capital of Burgundy's great white wines. The appellation almost exclusively produces white wine made from Chardonnay, however a small amount red wine made from Pinot Noir can be found from the area. 

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

Roger Sabon 'Les Olivets' 1998 Châteauneuf-du-Pape 6x75cl

Châteauneuf-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.

The family estate of Roger Sabon was founded in 1952. Les Olivets is made from a blend of 80% Grenache with 10% Syrah and Cinsault and aged for 18 months in large oak casks or oak vats.

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

Billecart-Salmon 'Brut Réserve' NV Champagne 2x75cl

Non-vintage Champagne from the House of Billecart-Salmon. 

Billecart-Salmon was established in 1818 and has remained independent and family-owned ever since. Whilst it is most renowned for it's Rosé Champagne it also produces a variety of other styles and ranges.

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

Ronald & Co. Glasgow Claret circa 1930s

A mature mystery wine we estimate to be from the 1930s.

Benjamin Rothschild & Vega Sicilia \"Macan\" 2018 Rioja 2x75cl

Tempranillo dominant red wine from the Rioja region in northern Spain.

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.

Renaudin Bollinger Extra Quality Very Dry 1928 Vintage Champagne

An incredibly old 1928 vintage Champagne from the House of Renaudin Bollinger, known today by the name Bollinger

Founded in 1829 initially under the name Renaudin Bollinger & Cie, 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. 

Note - The contents of this bottle appear to be mature-discoloured and is sellable for collection and historic purposes only
 

Bollinger Brut NV Rosé Champagne 2x75cl

Non-vintage rosé Champagne from the 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. 

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

R. López de Heredia 'Tondonia' 1998 Rioja Reserva

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.

Established by Don Rafael López de Heredia in 1877, R. López de Heredia (Viña Tondonia) is one of the most well known and respected wineries in Rioja today. It is the oldest winery in the emblematic town of Haro and one of the first three set up in La Rioja. It continues to be a family run estate with the fourth generation now running the business. 

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. 

Bollinger 'Special Cuvée' NV Champagne 2x75cl

Special Cuvée is a non-vintage Champagne made from 85% Grand and Premier Cru vineyards from the renowned House of Bollinger.

Founded in 1829 initially under the name Renaudin Bollinger & Cie, 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. 

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

RDV Vineyards 'Lost Mountain' 2013 Virginia

A Cabernet-Sauvignon dominant Bordeaux-style blend from Virginia, USA. 

This 2013 vintage is made from a blend of 53% Cabernet Sauvignon, 27% Cabernet Franc and 20% Merlot. 

Berry Bros and Rudd 1970 Vintage Port / Berry's Own Selection

1970 vintage Port from renowned London wine and spirit merchants, Berry Brothers & Rudd. Bottled in 1972.

Vintage Port is produced only in the most exceptional deemed years from a single harvest. The fermented wine is fortified before being aged for 2-3 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. The decision to declare a vintage is made by the individual Port house. 

Ben Glaetzer 'Amon-Ra' Shiraz 2005 Barossa Valley

Amon-Ra, one of the Barossa Valley's iconic wines, is produced from old-vine Shiraz (50-130 years old) from the famed Ebenezer sub district at the northern tip of the Barossa Valley.  Matured for 16 months in 100% new oak hogshead barrels.

This family-owned boutique winery was founded in 1995, today the winery is run by respected winemaker Ben Glaetzer.  Ben sources all fruit from the northern sub-region of the Barossa, Ebenezer, which is known for its ancient dry-grown vineyards. 

Named after the ancient Egyptian god Amon-Ra who is considered to be the king of all gods.

Royal Tokaji 'Szt. Tamás' 5 Puttonyos 1991 Tokaji Aszú 1er-Cru 50cl

The wines of the famed Tokaji wine region of northeastern Hungary are predominantly produced from the white wine grapes Furmint, which are left on the vines until affected by the noble fungus, Botrytis Cinerea, which dehydrates the grapes to raisins, leaving only the sweet sugary pulp.

Tokaji wines are classified by sweetness, from 1 Puttonyos (dry) to 7 Puttonyos (absolute sweetness) and can be produced from the following grapes; Furmint, Hárslevelű, Yellow Muscat, Zéta (aka Oremus), Kövérszőlő and Kabar.

Szt. Tamás is a renowned First Growth (1er-Cru) vineyard sloping south-west and overlooking the Royal Tokaji winery in Mád.

Biondi-Santi 'Vino De Tavola Greppo' 1981 Tuscany 2x75cl

Biondi-Santi is one of the world's greatest wine estates with a long and fascinating history. It produces three wines: Rosso di Montalcino, Brunello di Montalcino, and Brunello di Montalcino Riserva, made from the oldest vines on the Il Greppo estate, and only in exceptional years.

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc and Merlot from the Tuscan (Toscana) wine-region of Italy.

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

Bodegas Bilbainas 'Vina Pomal' 1964 Rioja Gran 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. 

Ruinart Brut Rosé NV Champagne / One-For-Two

Rosé Champagne from the renowned House of Ruinart.

This release is named One-For-Two and is complete with a porcelain pourer designed by Ruinart which enables the serving of two Champagne flutes at once. 

The famed Champagne Wine Region located in the northeast of France is renowned for producing the world's most celebrated sparkling wine. Champagne is typically made from one or a combination of the three predominant grape varieties, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, although there are four other lesser-known grape varieties that are permitted to be included: Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Petit Meslier and Arbane.

Bodega Numanthia 2003 Toro

Seriously old vine 100% Tinta De Toro (aka Tempranillo) from the Toro region in Castilla y León, Spain.

Termanthia is the flagship wine of Bodega Numanthia and is produced from old vine aged up to 200 years of age. 

Roger Bouachon 1979 Chateauneuf-du-Pape

Châteauneuf-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.

Rolf Binder 'Hanisch' Shiraz 2005 Barossa Valley

Single vineyard Shiraz from South Australia's famed Barossa valley.

Barossa Valley is amongst Australia's oldest and most renowned wine regions. The internationally recognised region has a Mediterranean climate and is synonymous with Australia's signature grape, Shiraz. The area also boasts some of the world's oldest continually producing Shiraz, Grenache, Cabernet Sauvignon and Riesling vines. Other prominent grapes of the region include, Semillon, Viognier and Mouvedre. 

Ruinart Brut NV Champagne Gist Set

Non-vintage brut Champagne from the renowned House of Ruinart.

The famed Champagne Wine Region located in the northeast of France is renowned for producing the world's most celebrated sparkling wine. Champagne is typically made from one or a combination of the three predominant grape varieties, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Pinot Meunier, although there are four other lesser-known grape varieties that are permitted to be included: Pinot Blanc, Pinot Gris, Petit Meslier and Arbane.

This lot contains two Champagne glasses. 

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

Rapaura Springs 'Rohe Southern Valleys' Pinot Noir 2020 Marlborough 2x75cl

Pinot Noir from the renowned Marlborough region at the northern point of New Zealand's South Island.

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

Real Companhia Velha 'Royal Oporto' 1977 Vintage Port

A 1977 vintage port from the renowned house of Real Companhia Velha.

Founded in 1756 by the Silva Reis family and still today owned and operated by that same family almost 3 centuries later - Royal Oporto is the flagship brand of the Real Companhia Velha which is one of the oldest wine companies in Portugal.

Vintage Port is produced only in the most exceptional deemed years from a single harvest. The fermented wine is fortified before being aged for 2-3 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. The decision to declare a vintage is made by the individual Port house. 

Bodega Numanthia 2003 Toro

Seriously old vine 100% Tinta De Toro (aka Tempranillo) from the Toro region in Castilla y León, Spain.

Termanthia is the flagship wine of Bodega Numanthia and is produced from old vine aged up to 200 years of age. 

Bodega Numanthia 2003 Toro

Seriously old vine 100% Tinta De Toro (aka Tempranillo) from the Toro region in Castilla y León, Spain.

Termanthia is the flagship wine of Bodega Numanthia and is produced from old vine aged up to 200 years of age. 

Bodega Numanthia 2003 Toro

Seriously old vine 100% Tinta De Toro (aka Tempranillo) from the Toro region in Castilla y León, Spain.

Termanthia is the flagship wine of Bodega Numanthia and is produced from old vine aged up to 200 years of age. 

Barale Fratelli 'Castellero' 1985 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.

This wine is from the single vineyard of Castellero.

Bachelet-Monnot 2020 Puligny-Montrachet

Chardonnay from the iconic Burgundian appellation of Puligny-Montrachet, within the subregion of Côte-de-Beaune.

Benjamin Leroux 2014 Volnay

The Volnay AOC was created in 1937 and is a located in the Côte de Beaune subregion of Burgundy's Côte d'Or.  The appellation applies to red wine made from Pinot Noir although up to 15% of the white wine grape Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris are permitted in the blends- although this is rarely utilised by producers. Almost 30 Premier Cru vineyards can be found within Volnay. 

Ramos Pinto 2000 Vintage Port

2000 vintage Port from the house of Adriano Ramos Pinto. Bottled in 2002.

Vintage Port is produced only in the most exceptional deemed years from a single harvest. The fermented wine is fortified before being aged for 2-3 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. The decision to declare a vintage is made by the individual Port house. 

The vintage ports of Ramos-Pinto are made with the best grapes from their Quintas – Bom Retiro, Urtiga and Ervamoira. Made only in years of outstanding quality.