June 2024 Auction

Soldera 'Case Basse' 1987 Brunello di Montalcino 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.

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.

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.

Stella di Campalto 'P. Contenitori' 2016 Brunello di Montalcino

100% Sangiovese from the Tuscan town of Montalcino; aged in casks for 43 months followed by a further 32 months in bottle prior to release.

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.

The San Giuseppe Winery takes its name from the sharecropping estate established by Giuseppe Martelli in 1910. Abandoned in 1940, the estate was acquired by the Stella Viola di Campalto in 1992.

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. 

Stella di Campalto 'Corso' 2019 Brunello di Montalcino

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.

The San Giuseppe Winery takes its name from the sharecropping estate established by Giuseppe Martelli in 1910. Abandoned in 1940, the estate was acquired by the Stella Viola di Campalto in 1992.

Stella di Campalto 'Bosco' 2018 Brunello di Montalcino

Single vineyard, 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.

The San Giuseppe Winery takes its name from the sharecropping estate established by Giuseppe Martelli in 1910. Abandoned in 1940, the estate was acquired by the Stella Viola di Campalto in 1992.

Serègo Alighieri 'Vaio Armaron' 1995 Amarone della Valpolicella 6x75cl

Amarone della Valpolicella is one of Italy's most iconic wines.  As with all Valpolicellas, the wine is a blend of the Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella grape varieties.  

Amarone is produced through a process of partially rack-drying grapes - to increase concentration of both natural grape flavours and sugars - for approximately 4 months before winemaking begins.  The result is a wine of atypical power, concentration and alcohol content with an ability to benefit from long periods of maturation.

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

Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon 1976 Alexander Valley

Cabernet Sauvignon from the Alexander Valley AVA of Sonoma County, California; Matured for an extended period in 50% new oak barrels from Silver Oak's very own American oak cooperage.

Founded in 1972 and originally named Duncan-Meyer, Silver Oak Cellars is a leading, family-owned, California winery that exclusively produces Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. 

Sandeman 1963 Vintage Port 2x75cl

A 1963 vintage Port from renowned producer, Sandeman. Bottled in 1965.

The famous House of Sandeman was created in 1790 by Scotsman, George Sandeman and has continuously been making and shipping ports around the world for more than 200 years. Their famous logo featuring a caped man named \"The Don\" makes this the most well known brand of port in the world.

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. 

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

Warre's 1963 Vintage Port

Mature 1963 vintage port from the house of Warre's. Selected and bottled by Grants of St. James's Ltd. of London.

Founded in 1670, Warre's is the first and the oldest British port company established in Portugal. By the end of the 18th century, Warre's had become one of the leading port companies. Today it is owned and run by the Symington family, whose portfolio also includes Port brands Graham’s, Dow’s, and Cockburn’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. 

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.

Saint-Estèphe de Montrose 2014 St-Estephe 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.

Saint Estèphe de Montrose is the estate’s third wine, which was renamed in 2016 to Tertio de Montrose. The wine is a typical classic Bordeaux-blend of Merlot dominance. 

We. Dr. H Thanisch 'Berncasteler Doctor' Riesling Beerenauslese 1989 Mosel 37.5cl

Sweet Riesling from the renowned single vineyard of Berncasteler Doctor within Germany's famous Mosel wine region, which also includes the Saar and Ruwer tributaries.

Beerenauslese is a German classification for a late harvest, very sweet wine. Beerenauslese, often called \"BA\" for short, wines are a category and level of sweetness above Auslese and are made from grapes affected by noble rot, i.e.\"botrytised \" grapes.

J. La Fayette 1982 Volnay 1er-cru

Pinot Noir from Premier Cru vineyards in the iconic Burgundian appellation of 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. 

Sassetti Livio 1988 Brunello di Montalcino

Brunello di Montalcino is one of the great under-appreciated wines of Italy. The wine must be made from 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.

Wynns 'John Riddoch' Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Coonawarra

Cabernet Sauvignon from the Coonawarra region, located roughly halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne in South Australia; Aged in new French oak for approximately 26 months. 

Founded by Scottish Pioneer John Riddoch in 1891, Wynns is the oldest winery in the Coonawarra region. David Wynn purchased the winery and vineyards in 1951 and renamed it, Wynns Coonawarra Estate.

First made in 1982, the John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon was created as the flagship wine for the Wynns portfolio. It is produced only in good vintage years from the top 1% of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in the area. 

Wynns 'John Riddoch' Cabernet Sauvignon 1997 Coonawarra

Cabernet Sauvignon from the Coonawarra region, located roughly halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne in South Australia; Aged in new French oak for approximately 26 months. 

Founded by Scottish Pioneer John Riddoch in 1891, Wynns is the oldest winery in the Coonawarra region. David Wynn purchased the winery and vineyards in 1951 and renamed it, Wynns Coonawarra Estate.

First made in 1982, the John Riddoch Cabernet Sauvignon was created as the flagship wine for the Wynns portfolio. It is produced only in good vintage years from the top 1% of Cabernet Sauvignon grapes in the area. 

Sandeman 1994 Vintage Port

A 1994 vintage Port from renowned producer, Sandeman. Bottled in 1996.

The famous House of Sandeman was created in 1790 by Scotsman, George Sandeman and has continuously been making and shipping ports around the world for more than 200 years. Their famous logo featuring a caped man named \"The Don\" makes this the most well known brand of port in the world.

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. 

Weingut Tobias 'Piesporter Goldtröpfchen' Riesling Auslese 1983 Mosel 2x75cl

Sweet Riesling from the single vineyard of Goldtröpfchen located in the village of Piesport in Germany's famous Mosel wine region, which also includes the Saar and Ruwer tributaries.

Auslese is a semi-sweet or sweet style of German wine, made from individually-selected bunches of very ripe grapes based on their ripeness level and sugar content.

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

Serègo Alighieri 'Vaio Armaron' 1995 Amarone della Valpolicella

Amarone della Valpolicella is one of Italy's most iconic wines.  As with all Valpolicellas, the wine is a blend of the Corvina, Molinara and Rondinella grape varieties.  

Amarone is produced through a process of partially rack-drying grapes - to increase concentration of both natural grape flavours and sugars - for approximately 4 months before winemaking begins.  The result is a wine of atypical power, concentration and alcohol content with an ability to benefit from long periods of maturation.

Jean-Louis Chavy 2004 Puligny-Montrachet

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

This wine comes from vines with an average age of 50 years as of 2024 and is aged for 11 months in 20% new barrels followed by a further 7 months in stainless steel tanks.

Jasper Hill 'Georgia's Paddock' Shiraz 1997 Heathcote

Shiraz from the single vineyard of Georgia's Paddock within the Heathcote wine-region of Victoria, Australia.

Founded in 1975 with their first wine being released with the 1982 vintage, Jasper Hill is a small, family owned and run organic vineyard and winery best known for its benchmark shiraz.

Sandeman NV Rich Old Oloroso Sherry

Sherry is exclusively produced in the region of Jerez, Spain. It is made from three traditional white wine grapes only. The Palomino grape is the most commonly used along with Moscatel and Pedro Ximenez

The famous House of Sandeman was created in 1790 by Scotsman, George Sandeman and has continuously been making and shipping ports around the world for more than 200 years. Their famous logo featuring a caped man named \"The Don\" makes this the most well known brand of port in the world.

Oloroso Sherries are naturally dry, though the relatively high strength and full body of an Oloroso will give it an impression of roundness and even sweetness. Once opened it will begin to slowly lose some of its aroma and flavour but can be kept, corked and refrigerated, for up to two months after opening. The older the Oloroso, the longer it will stay perfect for consumption, as much as 12 months.

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.

Wirra Wirra Vineyards 'Vineyard Series' Penley Cabernet Sauvignon 1998 Coonawarra

Cabernet Sauvignon from the single vineyard of Penley within the Coonawarra region, located roughly halfway between Adelaide and Melbourne in South Australia.

Wirra Wirra Vineyards 'The Angelus' Cabernet Sauvignon 1992 McLaren Vale

Cabernet Sauvignon from the McLaren Vale region of South Australia, located just south of Adelaide: matured for 20 months in French oak barriques.

The Angelus is made from the best parcels of Wirra Wirra vineyards and McLaren Vale growers and takes it's name from the ¾ tonne Angelus Bell that sits atop their cellars.

Wirra Wirra Vineyards 'Dead Ringer' Cabernet Sauvignon 2002 McLaren Vale-Coonawarra

Cabernet Sauvignon produced from grapes sourced from Australia's McLaren Vale and Coonawarra regions: matured for 20 months in French oak barriques. 

Dead Ringer is the new name for Wirra Wirra Vineyards flagship wine - The Angelus.