June 2024 Auction

Bernard-Massard 'Royal Framboise' Peach/Raspberry Luxembourg Sparkling Wine 4x75cl

Semi-sweet sparkling wines from the Moselle region of Luxembourg. These are made from a blend of Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc and Pinot Blanc grapes. 

This lot contains three raspberry sparkling and one peach sparkling wines. 

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

Berberana 1964 Rioja Gran Reserva

Tempranillo dominant blend from the Rioja region in northern Spain. Classified as a Gran Reserva, this wine was matured for a minimum period of 24 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. 

Belliard 'Secret de Belliard' 2014 Vin de France 6x75cl

Belliard 'Secret de Belliard' 2014 is a blend of 70% Merlot and 30% Cabernet Sauvignon - an intriguing wine produced by the Maison Belliard, a Bordeaux-based winery known for its dedication to quality and innovation.

The 'Secret de Belliard' vineyard origins are not disclosed, offering a unique tasting experience.

This non-traditional approach allows the winemakers to experiment and create a wine that stands out from the classic Bordeaux and Vin de France offerings.

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

Branson Coach House 'Greenock Rare Single Vineyard' Shiraz 2005 Barossa Valley

Single Vineyard Shiraz from the renowned Barossa Valley in South Australia; Aged for 20 months in French oak.

The small winery of Branson Coach House was established in 1998. When the original proprietor of Branson wines, Malcolm Aspden, passed away, the winery and property were purchased by Two Hands Wines who announced the re-launch of Branson Wines with the release of the 2002 \"Bch\" Shiraz. Two Hands now oversee the wines which are made side by side with their own wines by the same winemaker, Matt Wenk.

Bodegas Franco 'Royal' 1976 Rioja Gran Reserva

100% Tempranillo from the Rioja region in northern Spain. Classified as a Gran Reserva, this wine was matured for a minimum period of 24 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. 

Bollinger 'Special Cuvée' NV Champagne

Non-vintage Champagne 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. 

Julius Kayser 'Westhofener Steingrube' Riesling Spätlese 1975 Rheinhessen 2x70cl

Mature, semi-sweet Riesling from the single vineyard of Steingrube, by the village of Westhofen within Rheinhessen wine-region just south-west of Frankfurt.

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 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Jean Claude Boisset 1975 Vosne-Romanée

Pinot Noir from the Burgundian appellation of Vosne-Romanée. 

The renowned Vosne-Romanée appellation is located in Burgundy's Côte de Nuits and famed for it's high quality wines made from Pinot Noir. Though most wines produced are 100% Pinot Noir, regulations allow for the addition of up to 15% of the white wine grapes Chardonnay, Pinot Blanc and Pinot Gris to be included, however this is rarely utilised by producers. Originally called Vosne until 1866 when Romanée was added paying homage to it's most famed vineyard- La Romanée. The area is also home to other prized Premier and Grand Cru vineyards: Romanée-Conti, La Grand Rue, La Tâche, Richebourg and Romanée-Saint-Vivant.

Baileys of Glenrowan Shiraz 1992 Victoria 2x75cl

Shiraz from the Victoria wine region of Australia.

Established in 1870 by Richard Bailey, Baileys of Glenrowan has grown to be a cult-favourite wine of those in the know.

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

John Duval 'Plexus' GSM 2006 Barossa Valley

A GSM blend (Grenache, Syrah, and Mourvèdre) from the renowned Barossa Valley in South Australia.

This 2006 vintage is made from a blend of 52% Shiraz, 30 Grenache and 18% Mourvèdre matured for 16 months in 10% French oak hogsheads. 

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 Mourvedre. 

Bodegas Los Llanos 'Señorío de los Llanos' 1978 Valdepeñas Reserva 2x70cl

100% Tempranillo from the Valdepeñas region in central Spain.

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

Juggernaut Pinot Noir 2020 Russian River Valley / Bogle Vineyards

Pinot Noir from the Russian River Valley AVA of northern Sonoma County, California: matured for 12 months in a combination of new and used French oak barrels. 

Juggernaut limited-release wines are produced by Bogle Vineyards of Clarksburg, California. 

Juggernaut wines are sold without a seal over the cork. Cork type and markings are correct for this bottle.

Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1991 Sauternes

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.

Barton & Guestier 1971 Pomerol 2x73cl

A Merlot dominant blend from the right-bank Bordeaux appellation of Pomerol.

From historic négociant, Barton & Guestier, which was founded in Bordeaux in 1725 and is present today in 130 countries around the world. Released to celebrate their 250th anniversary 1725 - 1975.

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

Beringer Founders Estate Merlot 2005 Napa Valley

Merlot from California's renowned Napa Valley.

Beringer is California's longest continually operating Winery.

Blain Gagnard 'Clos Saint-Jean' 1996 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er-Cru

Mature Chardonnay from the Premier Cru vineyard of Clos Saint-Jean in the iconic Burgundian appellation of Chassagne-Montrachet.

Bodegas Los Llanos 'Señorío de los Llanos' 1975 Valdepeñas Gran Reserva

100% Tempranillo from the Valdepeñas region in central Spain.

Blandy's Duke Madeira 2x75cl

Madeira is a fortified wine produced from native grapes grown exclusively on the Portuguese island of Madeira. The four major white grape varieties used for Madeira production, (from sweetest to driest) are; Malvasia, Bual, Verdelho, and Sercial.

This lot contains one each of the following;

• Blandy's Duke Of Clarence Rich Madeira
• Blandy's Duke Of Cambridge Medium Dry Verdelho Madeira

Founded in 1811 on the island of Madeira by John Ernest Blandy, the Blandy name has become synonymous with quality Madeira wine. Today members of the family continue to live and work on the island.

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

Bowen Estate 1996 Coonawarra

A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc from the renowned Coonawarra region of South Australia.

Boscarelli 1998 Vino Nobile di Montepulciano

Red wine made from prugnolo gentile (Sangiovese) grapes from the Tuscan region of Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano situated around the town of Montepulciano.

Not to be confused with the Montepulciano grape variety, this rarely-seen (outside of Italy) red wine from the town of Montepulciano in southeast Tuscany, is made from 100% Sangiovese.

Jaffelin 1990 Pernand-Vergelesses

Burgundian Pinot Noir from the appellation of Pernand-Vergelesses, within the Côte-de-Beaune. 

Brown Brothers 'Koombahla' Cabernet Sauvignon 1981 Victoria 2x75cl

Single vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon from the Victoria wine region of Australia.

Brown Brothers is a family-owned winery located in Milawa which has been producing wines since 1889.

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

Beyerskloof 'Reserve Selection' Pinotage 2013 Western Cape

Pinotage from the South Africa's Western Cape.

Founded in 1988 by South African wine industry pioneer Beyers Truter, the Beyerskloof estate is one of the leading producers in South Africa and describes itself as \"the home of Pinotage\".

Pinotage is a unique and hardy grape variety that was created in South Africa by Dr. Abraham Perold in 1925 from a cross between Pinot Noir and Cinsault. Today it is synonymous with South African winemaking and grown almost exclusively in country.

Badia a Coltibuono 1975 Chianti Classico Riserva

Sangiovese dominant blend from the iconic wine-region of Chianti in the heart of Tuscany. Classed as a Chianti Classico Riserva, this wine must have been aged for a minimum of 24 months including 3 months of bottle ageing.

Chianti Classico wines must contain a minimum of 80% of Sangiovese. The remainder can be made from native grapes such as Canaiolo or Colorino, as well as international varieties such as Cabernet Sauvignon and Merlot. Wines made only from Sangiovese have been permitted since 1996.

Brown Brothers Orange Muscat & Flora Late Harvest 2007 Victoria

Late Harvest wines are made from fully ripe grapes left on the vines for an extended period until the shrivelling to raisins concentrates the sweet sugary pulp within.

This sweet wine is a blend of Orange Muscat and Flora grapes, from the Australian wine-region of Victoria.

Bannockburn Vineyards Chardonnay 1993 Geelong, Australia

Mature Chardonnay from the Australia's Geelong wine region of Victoria.

Benjamin Darnault 'Pique-Nique Blanc' 2022 Pays d'Oc

White wine made from a Morillon dominant blend from the Vin De Pays D'Oc.

Vin De Pays D'Oc wines are now labelled as Pays d’Oc. Since 2009 the VDP category has been phased out of French wine laws and has been replaced with Indication Géographique Protégée.

Produced by Benjamin Darnault for online retailer Naked Wines. 

Beaujolais Nouveau 1997 Beaujolais

Gamay Noir from the French regional appellation of Beaujolais.