June 2024 Auction

Penfolds Grange 1994 South Australia 3x75cl

Shiraz from selected vineyards in South Australia - including the famous Barossa Valley. Matured in new oak hogsheads and bottled in 1995.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

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

Paul Jaboulet 'La Chapelle' 1978 Hermitage

Syrah from the iconic northern Rhône Valley appellation of Hermitage; Aged for an undisclosed period in 20% new oak. 

Paul Jaboulet is one of the most prominent names in the Rhône and Hermitage. La Chapelle is their flagship wine, made from 100% Syrah from a blend from their top sites including the acclaimed vineyards of Les Bessards, Le Meal and Les Rocoules. The estate also produce a \"La Chapelle blanc\" which is made from 100% Marsanne grapes. 

Joseph Drouhin 'Marquis de Laguiche' 1998 Montrachet Grand-Cru

Chardonnay from the iconic Burgundian Grand Cru vineyard and appellation of Montrachet: matured for 18-21 months in 30% new French oak barrels. 

This wine comes from the Marquis de Laguiche estate which is entirely located on the Puligny side of the appellation. From the renowned négociant house Joseph Drouhin of Burgundy.

Fuligni 2006 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 6x75cl

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.

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

Penfolds 'Bin 707' Cabernet Sauvignon 1996 South Australia 2x75cl

Multi-regional 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from South Australia; Matured for 15-18 months in new American oak hogsheads. 

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

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

J. M. Boillot 1993 Batard-Montrachet Grand-Cru

Chardonnay from the iconic Grand Cru Burgundian vineyard and appellation of Bâtard-Montrachet, within the subregion of Côte-de-Beaune.

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.

Penfolds Grange 'Bin 95' 2008 South Australia

Shiraz from selected vineyards in South Australia - including the famous Barossa Valley; matured in new American Oak hogsheads.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

Penfolds Grange 'Bin 95' 1982 South Australia

Shiraz from selected vineyards in South Australia - including the famous Barossa Valley; matured in new American Oak hogsheads.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

Penfolds Grange 'Bin 95' 1995 South Australia

Shiraz from selected vineyards in South Australia - including the famous Barossa Valley; matured in new American Oak hogsheads.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

Penfolds Grange 'Bin 95' 2010 South Australia

Shiraz from selected vineyards in South Australia - including the famous Barossa Valley; matured in new American Oak hogsheads.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

J. M. Boillot 'Les Folatières' 1996 Puligny-Montrachet 1er-Cru 150cl

Chardonnay from the Premier Cru vineyard of Les Folatières in the Burgundian appellation of Puligny-Montrachet.

Les Folatières is one of the largest and most renowned Premier Cru vineyards of Puligny-Montrachet in the Côte de Beaune subregion of Burgundy's Côte d'Or.

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.

Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier 'Clos de la Maréchale' 2005 Nuits-St-Georges 1er-Cru

Pinot Noir from the Premier Cru vineyard of Clos De La Marechale in the Burgundian appellation of Nuits-Saint-Georges, within the subregion of the Côte-de-Nuits; Aged for 18 months in barrel (15% new oak).

The monopole vineyard of Clos de la Maréchale, formerly known as Clos des Fourches and Clos Maréchal, has been owned by the Mugnier family since 1902. The vineyard coves 9 hectares and has an average age of 60 years as of 2024.

J. Thorin 'Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin' 1961 Santenay

Pinot Noir from the Burgundian appellation of Santenay in southern Côte de Beaune.

The historic Confrérie des Chevaliers du Tastevin is an exclusive Bacchanalian fraternity of Burgundy wine connoisseurs.

Jules Regnier 'la Combe aux Moines' 1961 Gevrey-Chambertin 1er-Cru

Pinot Noir from the large Premier Cru vineyard of la Combe aux Moine  in the Burgundian appellation of Gevrey-Chambertin.

The la Combe aux Moines (Combe au Moine) vineyard is one of the most northern and  elevated in Burgundy, reaching nearly 400 meters (1,300ft) above sea level. 

Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Napa Valley 2x75cl

Cabernet Sauvignon from the Oakville AVA, located in California's renowned Napa Valley; matured in 100% new French oak.

In Napa Valley, Cabernet Sauvignon is King.  Widely reputed to be the new home of Cabernet Sauvignon, producing many of the grape's best wines outside of Bordeaux - and in many cases, rivalling those of Bordeaux; a bold claim for a grape that is successfully planted in so many of the world's wine regions.

Far Niente is one of California's oldest wineries being established in 1885.

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

Fonseca Finest 1963 Vintage Port

1963 vintage port from the house of Fonseca.

Vintage Port is a specific style of Ruby Port which is made only in exceptional years and from the ripest grapes. The fermented wine is fortified before being aged for 2 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.

Fonseca was founded in 1815 and is considered one of the leading Port wine companies, famed for its Vintage Port since their first release in 1840.

Florent-Garaudet 'Vieilles Vignes' 2021 Meursault 6x75cl

Old vine Chardonnay from the Burgundian appellation of Meursault: matured for 8-18 months in 1/3 new Fernch oak barrels. 

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. 

Founded in 2008, Domaine Florent Garaudet is a two hectares domaine located in Monthelie, one of the smaller villages on the Côte d'Or.

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

Fossacolle 2019 Brunello di Montalcino 6x75cl

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.

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

Penfolds 'St Henri' Shiraz 2017 South Australia 2x75cl

Grange and St Henri once were equals. But as Grange's fame grew, St Henri was overshadowed. Recently, St Henri is reportedly reappearing from the shadow of Grange although differs in that it is not aged in any new oak. 

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

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

Penfolds 'Bin 707' Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 South Australia

Multi-regional 100% Cabernet Sauvignon from South Australia; Matured for 15-18 months in new American oak hogsheads. 

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

Florio 'ACI' 1840 Marsala Superiore 2x68cl

Marsala from the Italian island of Sicily. Classed as a Superiore, this wine must have been aged for a minimum of four years, with a minimum of 2 years in wooden barrels.  

Along with Port and Sherry, Marsala is a fortified wine - all three are made in similar processes: base wines fermented, fortified with grape spirit, then matured and blended in various methods.

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

Penfolds 'RWT' Shiraz 1997 Barossa Valley

Shiraz from the renowned Barossa Valley in South Australia; matured for 13 months in French oak hogsheads. 

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

RWT stands for ‘Red Winemaking Trial’

Penfolds 'RWT' Shiraz 1997 Barossa Valley

Shiraz from the renowned Barossa Valley in South Australia; matured for 13 months in French oak hogsheads. 

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

RWT stands for ‘Red Winemaking Trial’

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux 2007 Margaux

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux is the second-wine from the renowned Château Margaux estate- one of the original four 1st Growths (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Medoc. It is believed this second wine was first released back in the 17th century, but the name Pavillon Rouge was given to it in 1908.

This wine is a classic right-bank Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance.

Famiglia Cotarella 'Le Macioche' 2012 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 150cl

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.

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.

Paul Jaboulet 'La Chapelle' 2012 Hermitage

Syrah from the iconic northern Rhône Valley appellation of Hermitage; Aged for an undisclosed period in 20% new oak. 

Paul Jaboulet is one of the most prominent names in the Rhône and Hermitage. La Chapelle is their flagship wine, made from 100% Syrah from a blend from their top sites including the acclaimed vineyards of Les Bessards, Le Meal and Les Rocoules. The estate also produce a \"La Chapelle blanc\" which is made from 100% Marsanne grapes.

Complete with authenticity card. 

Penfolds 'Bin 149' Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Napa Valley / South Australia - Wine of The World

Bin 149 is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and is part of the Wine of The World series from Penfolds. The grapes for this wine come from vineyards within Napa Valley and South Australia: matured for 17 months in 100% new French and American oak.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

Penfolds 'Bin 149' Cabernet Sauvignon 2019 Napa Valley / South Australia - Wine of The World

Bin 149 is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon and is part of the Wine of The World series from Penfolds. The grapes for this wine come from vineyards within Napa Valley and South Australia: matured for 17 months in 100% new French and American oak.

Penfolds is one of Australia's great iconic wineries and has been making world renowned wines since 1844. It was established at Magill Estate in the Adelaide Hills in 1844 by Dr Christopher Rawson Penfold and his wife Mary who In the early years, produced and sold fortified wines. Today Penfolds offer a huge variety of wines ranging from entry-level to premier offerings such as their flagship \"Grange\". On its 50th birthday in 2001, Grange was listed as a South Australian heritage icon.

Jean-Marc Morey Bourgogne circa 1990s 8x75cl

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

The Morey family are one of the most renowned winemaking families in Burgundy and been involved in wine since the 18th century. In 1981 Jean-Marc Morey created his domaine when his father Albert retired and divided his estate between his sons Jean-Marc and Bernard.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 8 bottles applied to this lot.

Paul Jaboulet 'La Chapelle' 1992 Hermitage

Syrah from the iconic northern Rhône Valley appellation of Hermitage; Aged for an undisclosed period in 20% new oak. 

Paul Jaboulet is one of the most prominent names in the Rhône and Hermitage. La Chapelle is their flagship wine, made from 100% Syrah from a blend from their top sites including the acclaimed vineyards of Les Bessards, Le Meal and Les Rocoules. The estate also produce a \"La Chapelle blanc\" which is made from 100% Marsanne grapes. 

Paloma Vineyard Merlot 2003 Spring Mountain, Napa Valley 3x75cl

Merlot dominant (85%) blend with Cabernet Sauvignon from the Spring Mountain District AVA within 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. 

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

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux 1997 Margaux

Pavillon Rouge du Château Margaux is the second-wine from the renowned Château Margaux estate- one of the original four 1st Growths (1er-Cru) in the famed 1855 Classification of Medoc. It is believed this second wine was first released back in the 17th century, but the name Pavillon Rouge was given to it in 1908.

This wine is a classic right-bank Bordeaux blend of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance.