June 2024 Auction

Bersano 1978 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.

Domaine Michelot 1997 Meursault-Charmes 1er-Cru 2x75cl

Chardonnay from the Premier-Cru climat of Charmes within 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 2 bottles applied to this lot.

Domaine Rémi Jobard 'Sous La Velle' 2000 Meursault

Chardonnay from the single vineyard of Sous La Velle, located 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. 

Domaine Trapet Pere & Fils 1991 Gevrey-Chambertin

Pinot Noir from the Burgundian appellation of Gevrey-Chambertin.

The Trapet family have a long history in Gevrey-Chambertin and are known for their classic examples of Burgundian Pinot Noir. 

Boizel Brut 'Millennium' 1995 Champagne Grand-Cru / Sainsbury's

1995 Champagne produced by Boizel for UK retailer, Sainsbury's in celebration of the turn of the millennium.

Made with grapes sourced exclusively from 7 of 17 Grand Cru villages in the Champagne region.

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.

Domaine Yves Cheron 'La Grand Comtadine' Vieilles Vignes 2015 Vacqueyras 2x75cl

The appellation of Vacqueyras in France's Southern Rhône Valley was officially created out of the greater regional-appellation of Côtes-Du-Rhône-Villages in the year 1990. The wines of Vacqueyras must contain a minimum proportion of 50% Grenache.

La Grand Comtadine is an old vine blend of Grenache and Syrah

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

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. 

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.

Domaine Vigneau-Chevreau 'Demi-Sec' 1990 Vouvray 6x75cl

Mature, semi-sweet Chenin Blanc from the Loire Valley appellation of Vouvray. 

The Vouvray wine region, located in the Loire Valley's Touraine district, is famed for its white wine made almost exclusively from the Chenin Blanc grape. Various styles: sweet, dry, still and sparkling are permitted in the region. Other than Chenin Blanc, the lesser-known and rarely seen Arbois grape is also permitted. Chenin Blanc is also known as Pineau de la Loire in Loire and Steen in South Africa. 

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

Domaine Chandon de Briailles 'Ile des Vergelesses' 1996 Pernand-Vergelesses 1er-Cru

Burgundian Pinot Noir from the renwoned Premier Cru vineyard of Ile Des Vergelesses in the appellation of Pernand-Vergelesses, within the Côte-de-Beaune; Matured for 12-14 months in 30% new oak.

This wine comes from 1.22 hectares of vines planted in 1954.

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.

Delas Frères 'Seigneur de Maugiron' 1996 Côte Rôtie

Côte Rôtie is one of the most iconic appellations in the Rhône Valley. While many of the region's wines are made of 100% Syrah, the addition of up to 20% of the white wine grape Viognier is permitted to be included.

Seigneur de Maugiron which translates to Lord of Maugiron, is 100% Syrah is made from a blend of grapes from the Côte Brune (around 70%) and the Côte Blonde (around 30%).

Deinhard 'Winkeler Hasensprung' Riesling Auslese 1971 Mosel

Semi-sweet Riesling from the single vineyard of WinkelerHasensprung within 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.

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. 

Domaine Gachot-Monot 2012 Chambolle-Musigny

Pinot Noir from the renowned appellation of Chambolle-Musigny, in the subregion of Côte-de-Nuits, Burgundy.

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.

Domaine Chandon de Briailles 'Les Lavières' 1996 Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er-Cru

Old vine Pinot Noir from the Premier Cru vineyard of Les Lavières within the Burgundy appellation of Savigny-lès-Beaune.

This wine comes from a 2.61 hectars plot of vines of Les Lavières which were planted in 1954.

Domaine de Vallouit 1999 Hermitage

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

D. Perardel 'Brut Reserve' NV Champagne 150cl

Non-vintage Champagne from the house of D. Perardel.

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 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 Louis Boillot & Fils 'Les Croix Noires' 2012 Pommard 1er-Cru

Pinot Noir from the Premier Cru vineyard of Les Croix Noires in the Burgundian appellation of Pommard.

The small Premier Cru (1er-Cru) vineyard of Les Croix Noires is located in Pommard in the Côte de Beaune sub-region of Burgundy and is planted entirely to Pinot Noir. 

Domaine Chandon de Briailles 'Ile des Vergelesses' 1996 Pernand-Vergelesses 1er-Cru

Burgundian Pinot Noir from the renwoned Premier Cru vineyard of Ile Des Vergelesses in the appellation of Pernand-Vergelesses, within the Côte-de-Beaune; Matured for 12-14 months in 30% new oak.

This wine comes from 1.22 hectares of vines planted in 1954.

Domaine Rapet Père & Fils 'Les Vergelesses' 1996 Pernand-Vergelesses 1er-Cru

Burgundian Pinot Noir from the Premier Cru climat of Les Vergelesses in the appellation of Pernand-Vergelesses, in the Côte de Beaune.

Domaine Chandon de Briailles 'Les Fourneaux' 1992 Savigny-lès-Beaune 1er-Cru

Pinot Noir from the Premier Cru vineyard of Aux Fournraux within the Burgundy appellation of Savigny-Les-Beaune.

This wine is produced from 1.07 hectares of vine within the Aux Fourneaux vineyard, planted in 1960 and 1976. 

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.

Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard 'Les Vergers' 1996 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er-Cru

Mature Chardonnay from the Premier Cru vineyard of Les Vergers, in the iconic Burgundian appellation of Chassagne-Montrachet.

Denis Philibert 'Cuvée Françoise Poisard' 1996 Pouilly-Fuissé / Hospices de Beaune

Chardonnay from the Burgundian appellation of Pouilly-Fuissé in the Mâconnais region. 

This 1996 vintage of Cuvée Françoise Poisard was produced by Denis Philibert on behalf of the world-famous Hospices De Beaune charitable wine auction.

The Pouilly-Fuissé appellation was created in 1936 and exclusively produces white wines from 100% Chardonnay, often with a clear oak influence. Not to be confused with the Loire's Pouilly-Fumé which is Sauvignon Blanc based.

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.

Domaine Fontaine-Gagnard 'Les Vergers' 1996 Chassagne-Montrachet 1er-Cru

Mature Chardonnay from the Premier Cru vineyard of Les Vergers, in the iconic Burgundian appellation of Chassagne-Montrachet.