July 2024 Auction

Château Mouton Rothschild 1945 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 this 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) which features a \"V\" to represent the World War II victory of the allies.

The vineyards of Château Mouton-Rothschild are currently 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.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2003 La Tâche

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's monopole Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, La Tâche.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti or simply “DRC” is undoubtedly the most renowned in Burgundy. Their annual production of La Tâche is limited with only around 1,500 cases produced each year making this one of the worlds most sought after wines. 

The 2003 vintage produced 10,147 bottles. 

Château Mouton Rothschild 1981 Pauillac 1er-Cru 6x150cl

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.

These are 1.5 litre magnum bottles. 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 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Montrose 2009 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru 12x75cl

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 wine is sold in-bond. Please read our In-Bond Wine Buying Guide prior to bidding.

Château Palmer 2005 Margaux 3ème-Cru 9x75cl

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.

Alter Ego is the second label of Château Palmer, earlier known as La Réserve du Géneral.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 9 bottles applied to this lot.

Châ​teau Petrus 1942 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. 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.

Château Mouton Rothschild 1961 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.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 1965 Romanée-Conti

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's exceptional monopole Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, Romanée-Conti.

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.

The Pinor Noir coming from the Romanée-Conti vineyard is very limited with approximately 5000 bottles produced each year which contributes to making it one of the most sought-after and valuable wines in the world.

Bottle number 3444 of 5,776.

Krug 'Clos Du Mesnil' Blanc-de-Blancs Brut 1979 Vintage Champagne

1979 vintage Champagne from the iconic House of Krug. 

Clos du Mesnil is a rare Champagne from a small, single vineyard of the same name and is only produced in the very best of years. 

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.

Blanc-De-Blancs wines are made exclusively from white grapes- most commonly 100% Chardonnay.

Château La Fleur-Pétrus 1996 Pomerol 12x75cl

A Merlot dominant blend from the legendary Château La Fleur-Pétrus in the Bordeaux appellation of Pomerol; Matured for approximately 16-18 months in 50% new French oak barrels. 

The 18.7 hectare vineyard of Château La Fleur-Pétrus is planted to 91% Merlot, 6% Cabernet Franc and 3% Petit Verdot - a ratio in which the wine roughly follows with slight vintage variation. 

Châ​teau La Fleur-Pétrus was established in 1937 and was the first property purchased of many in Pomerol by the well-known Jean Pierre Moueix in the early 1950s.

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

Château Mouton Rothschild 1961 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.

The blend traditionally consists of 78% Cabernet Sauvignon, 18% Merlot, 3% Cabernet Franc and 1% Petit Verdot,  matured in 100% new French oak barrels for 18-22 months.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 2003 Grands-Échézeaux Grand-Cru

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from the exceptional Grand Cru vineyard and appellation of Grands Échézeaux.

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.

Bottle number 1,714 of 5,641.

Carruades de Lafite 2010 Pauillac 300cl

From the Pauillac appellation and ranked as one of the original four 1st Growths (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc - prior to sister-estate Mouton-Rothschild's promotion in 1973 - Chateau Lafite-Rothschild is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates.

Carruades de Lafite is the second-wine from Chateau Lafite-Rothschild, with the grapes sourced from neighbouring vineyards and the wine featuring a blend of 50-70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30-50% Merlot and 0-5% Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Matured for 15-20 months in new oak barrels. 

This is a 3 litre double 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 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Carruades de Lafite 2010 Pauillac 300cl

From the Pauillac appellation and ranked as one of the original four 1st Growths (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc - prior to sister-estate Mouton-Rothschild's promotion in 1973 - Chateau Lafite-Rothschild is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates.

Carruades de Lafite is the second-wine from Chateau Lafite-Rothschild, with the grapes sourced from neighbouring vineyards and the wine featuring a blend of 50-70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30-50% Merlot and 0-5% Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Matured for 15-20 months in new oak barrels. 

This is a 3 litre double 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 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Smith Haut Lafitte 2005 Pessac-Léognan Grand-Cru 12x75cl

Located in the town of Martillac to the south of Bordeaux, Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte is a Grand Cru Classe estate, ranked within the 1959 Classification of Graves (known as Pessac-Léognan after 1987).

Their wine is a blend of; Cabernet Sauvignon (55-65%), Merlot and Cabernet Franc; matured for 12-18 months in approximately 60% new French Oak barrels.

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

Domaine Jean Grivot 2018 Clos de Vougeot Grand-Cru 6x75cl

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

Domaine Jean Grivot is amongst the great names in Burgundian wine with a long history in Vosne-Romanée, dating back to the end of the 18th century.

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.

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

Château d'Yquem 1967 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.

Carruades de Lafite 2012 Pauillac 300cl

From the Pauillac appellation and ranked as one of the original four 1st Growths (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc - prior to sister-estate Mouton-Rothschild's promotion in 1973 - Chateau Lafite-Rothschild is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates.

Carruades de Lafite is the second-wine from Chateau Lafite-Rothschild, with the grapes sourced from neighbouring vineyards and the wine featuring a blend of 50-70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30-50% Merlot and 0-5% Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Matured for 15-20 months in new oak barrels. 

This is a 3 litre double 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 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 1992 Échézeaux Grand-Cru

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti's exceptional Grand Cru vineyard and appellation, Échézeaux.

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.

Created in 1937, the renowned Echézeaux Grand Cru appellation is located in the Côtes de Nuits between Clos de Vougeot, Chambolle Musigny and Vosne-Romanée with approximately 80 vineyard owners. Only red wines made from the Pinot Noir grape are permitted.

Bottle number 303 of 16,367.

Domaine de la Romanée-Conti 1992 Grands-Échézeaux Grand-Cru

Famed Burgundian Pinot Noir from the exceptional Grand Cru vineyard and appellation of Grands Échézeaux.

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.

Bottle number 9,322 of 16,367.

Château Léoville-Barton 2010 Saint Julien 2eme-Cru 12x75cl

Château Leoville-Barton is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate which lies within the iconic terroir of Saint Julien in the Médoc. It is now one of only two chateau's from the 1855 Classification of the Medoc that remains in the hands of the same family that owned it at the time it was classified.

This wine is a typical Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance (70-87%) with Merlot and Cabernet Franc; matured in a combination of new and used oak barrels for a period of 16-18 months.

This wine is sold in-bond. Please read our In-Bond Wine Buying Guide prior to bidding

Domaine Roulot 'Les Luchets' 2006 Meursault 3x75cl

Chardonnay from the climat, Luchets within 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. 

Domaine Roulot was founded in 1830 by Guillaume Roulot.

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

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1978 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru 12x75cl

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 12 bottles applied to this lot.

Carruades de Lafite 2011 Pauillac 300cl

From the Pauillac appellation and ranked as one of the original four 1st Growths (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Médoc - prior to sister-estate Mouton-Rothschild's promotion in 1973 - Chateau Lafite-Rothschild is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates.

Carruades de Lafite is the second-wine from Chateau Lafite-Rothschild, with the grapes sourced from neighbouring vineyards and the wine featuring a blend of 50-70% Cabernet Sauvignon, 30-50% Merlot and 0-5% Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot. Matured for 15-20 months in new oak barrels. 

This is a 3 litre double 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 4 bottles applied to this lot.

Château Montrose 2010 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru 6x75cl

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 wine is sold in-bond. Please read our In-Bond Wine Buying Guide prior to bidding.

Château Margaux 1997 Margaux 1er-Cru 150cl

Giving its estate's name to the greater appellation and ranked as one of the original four First Growths (Premier Crus) in the famed 1855 Classification of the Médoc, Château Margaux is one of the great Bordeaux wine estates. Its history can be traced back to the 12th century when it was known as \"La Mothe de Margaux,\" a fortified castle.

Château Margaux's vineyards are situated on gravelly soils along the left bank of the Gironde estuary, providing excellent drainage and optimal sun exposure for grape cultivation.

Their wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for 18-24 months in 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.

Domaine Jean-Louis Chave 1978 Hermitage

Old-vine Syrah from the iconic northern Rhône Valley appellation of Hermitage; Matured in small oak barriques for approximately 18 months.

The Chaves estate can be traced back to 1481 making it one of the oldest in the northern Rhône. They are one of the largest landowners on the hill of Hermitage, with 9.3 hectares of organically-grown Syrah. There are a further 4 hectares of Hermitage dedicated to white grapes - Marsanne and Roussanne.

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.

Château d'Yquem 1950 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.

Taylor's 1935 Vintage Port

An incredibly old 1935 Vintage Port from the renowned house of Taylor's.

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. 

Taylor Fladgate & Yeatman, more commonly known as \"Taylor’s\" was founded in 1692 and is one of the largest, oldest and most well-known of all the founding Port houses with over three centuries of production.

Château Lafite-Rothschild 2005 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 and is one of the most esteemed wine estates in the world. The first known recorded reference of Lafite dates all the way back to 1234 with vines first planted around the late 17th century by the Ségur family.

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.

Château Cheval Blanc 2011 Saint-Émilion 1er-Grand Cru 150cl

Classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé \"A\" and rightly considered an equal to the First Growth wines of the Medoc, Château Cheval Blanc is undisputedly the top wine estate in the appellation of Saint-Émilion. In 2021 Château Cheval Blanc voluntary withdrew from the official Saint-Émilion classification system as they did not agree with the new classification specifications.

Château Cheval Blanc is made from a fairly even blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc occasionally with a small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon; matured for approximately 18 months in 100% 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.

Château Cheval Blanc 2011 Saint-Émilion 1er-Grand Cru 150cl

Classified as Premier Grand Cru Classé \"A\" and rightly considered an equal to the First Growth wines of the Medoc, Château Cheval Blanc is undisputedly the top wine estate in the appellation of Saint-Émilion. In 2021 Château Cheval Blanc voluntary withdrew from the official Saint-Émilion classification system as they did not agree with the new classification specifications.

Château Cheval Blanc is made from a fairly even blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc occasionally with a small portion of Cabernet Sauvignon; matured for approximately 18 months in 100% 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.