June 2024 Auction

Château L'Angélus 1984 Saint-Émilion 1er-Grand-Cru

Founded in the 18th Century, Chateau Angélus, known as Château L'Angélus until 1990, is a highly respected estate within the right-bank Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Émilion- promoted to Premier Grand Cru Classé A status in the 2012 reclassification. In 2022 Château Angélus withdrew it's application from the official Saint-Émilion classification system.

The wine is typically an even blend of Merlot and Cabernet Franc; matured in new oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Château Ducru-Beaucaillou 1996 St-Julien 2eme-Cru

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.

Rated 96 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande 1975 Pauillac 2eme-Cru

Located in the Pauillac appellation, Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wines of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande, often shorted to Château Pichon Lalande, tend to feature a higher proportion of Merlot within their Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blends, than other estates within the Pauillac appellation; Matured in new French Oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Château Léoville Las Cases 2003 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru

From the St-Julien appellation, Chateau Leoville Las Cases is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The compositions of Le Grand Vin de Léoville du Marquis de Las Cases varies with each vintage, yet are true to Bordeaux' classic left-bank formula of Cabernet Sauvignon dominance, Merlot moderance, some Cabernet Franc and a tiny dash of Petit Verdot; matured in French Oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Rated 95 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Gruaud-Larose 2000 Saint Julien​ 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux left-bank appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Gruaud-Larose is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured for 16-18 months in oak barrels. New oak use has increased from around 30% in the 1990s to around 90% in the 2000s. 

Rated 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Montrose 1996 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru

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.

Rated 95 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Montrose 1996 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru

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.

Rated 95 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Palmer 1979 Margaux 3ème-Cru / Mähler-Besse

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.

This 1979 vintage is made from a blend of: 58% Cabernet Sauvignon, 36% Merlot, 4% Petit Verdot and 2% Cabernet Franc. 

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

Château Lynch-Bages 2010 Pauillac 5eme-Cru

From the appellation of Pauillac, Château Lynch-Bages is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The Château Lynch-Bages wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (60-80%), left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for a period of 15-18 months in 50-75% new French oak barrels. 

Rated 96 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château de l'Etoile 'Vin Jaune' 1985 L'Etoile

A dry white wine made from Savagnin grapes, from the tiny and relatively unknown region of L'Etoile located in the centre of the Jura wine region of France- famous for it's Vin Jaune wines.

Vin Jaune, French for yellow wine, is a unique oxidative wine which shares many similarities with Fino Sherry, but unlike Sherry, it is not fortified and is always dry. These wines have incredible ageing potential. 

Château Palmer 2013 Margaux 3ème-Cru

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.

Château Léoville-Barton 1986 Saint Julien 2eme-Cru / Anthony Barton

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.

Cos d'Estournel 2008 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Estèphe, Cos D'Estournel 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.

Their wine is typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60-65%) and Merlot (35-40%), with newer vintages including small volumes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Rated 95 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Cos d'Estournel 2002 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Estèphe, Cos D'Estournel 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.

Their wine is typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60-65%) and Merlot (35-40%), with newer vintages including small volumes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Rated 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Cos d'Estournel 2002 Saint-Estèphe 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux appellation of Saint-Estèphe, Cos D'Estournel 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.

Their wine is typically a classic Bordeaux-blend of Cabernet Sauvignon (60-65%) and Merlot (35-40%), with newer vintages including small volumes of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot.

Rated 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Rieussec 1983 Sauternes 1er-Cru 3x75cl

Once belonging to the Carmelite monks in Langon, the renowned Château Rieussec is now owned by Domaines Barons de Rothschild (Lafite), since they purchased the estate in 1984. Chateau Rieussec was ranked as a First Growth Premier Cru (1er-Cru) in Bordeaux' famed 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The wines of Sauternes are produced from a blend of 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 most incredible sweet wine.

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

Château Lynch-Bages 2015 Pauillac 5eme-Cru

From the appellation of Pauillac, Château Lynch-Bages is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The Château Lynch-Bages wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (60-80%), left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for a period of 15-18 months in 50-75% new French oak barrels. 

Rated 95 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château La Conseillante 1996 Pomerol

Château La Conseillante is one of the iconic wines and wineries in Pomerol. It is a Merlot dominant blend from the right-bank of Bordeaux; matured for approximately 18 months in a combination of new and second use French Oak barrels.

The Chateau's vineyards are planted with 80% Merlot and 20% Cabernet Franc - a ratio in which the wines can be expected to follow with slight vintage variation.

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’

Château Léoville Poyferré 1989 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux left-bank appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Léoville Poyferré is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The vineyard of Château Léoville Poyferré extends over 80 hectares and is planted to 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc -  a ratio in which the wines roughly follow with slight vintage variation. 

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured in oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Rated 92 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

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.

Château Lynch-Bages 1988 Pauillac 5eme-Cru

From the appellation of Pauillac, Château Lynch-Bages is a 5th Growth (5eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The Château Lynch-Bages wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant (60-80%), left-bank Bordeaux-blend; Matured for a period of 15-18 months in 50-75% new French oak barrels. 

Rated 92 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Léoville Poyferré 2010 Saint-Julien 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux left-bank appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Léoville Poyferré is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Medoc.

The vineyard of Château Léoville Poyferré extends over 80 hectares and is planted to 63% Cabernet Sauvignon, 25% Merlot, 7% Petit Verdot and 5% Cabernet Franc -  a ratio in which the wines roughly follow with slight vintage variation. 

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured in oak barrels for approximately 18 months.

Rated 98+ points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Léoville-Barton 1990 Saint Julien 2eme-Cru

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.

Château Troplong Mondot 2009 Saint-Émilion 1er-Grand Cru

Merlot dominant (85-90%), right-bank Bordeaux-blend from the Premier Grand Cru Classé B estate of Château Troplong Mondot within the appellation of Saint-Émilion; Matured for approximately 18-24 months in 75% new oak barrels.

Château Troplong Mondot wine is made from a blend of approximately; 90% Merlot, 5% Cabernet Franc and 5% Cabernet Sauvignon.

Saint-Émilion is located in the Libournais district of Bordeaux's Right Bank. Merlot is the primary grape variety used in the wines blended with Cabernet Franc and/or Cabernet Sauvignon. Carmenere, Petit Verdot and Malbec are also permitted but rarely used. 

Rated 99 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Château Cissac 2004 Haut-Medoc 6x75cl

Classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend from the Bordeaux sub-region of Haut-Médoc; Aged for 18-20 months in 30-40% new French oak. 

The Cru Bourgeois estate of Château Cissac has been in the hands of the Vialard family since 1895 and is currently run by the 5th generation. The family also owns the neighbouring estate of Chateau du Breuil.

Please note that there shall be a shipping charge for 6 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. 

Château Gruaud-Larose 2000 Saint Julien​ 2eme-Cru

From the Bordeaux left-bank appellation of Saint-Julien, Château Gruaud-Larose is a 2nd Growth (2eme Cru) estate in the 1855 Classification of the Médoc.

The wine is a classic Cabernet Sauvignon dominant, left-bank Bordeaux-blend; matured for 16-18 months in oak barrels. New oak use has increased from around 30% in the 1990s to around 90% in the 2000s. 

Rated 94 points by Robert Parker’s Wine Advocate.

Caveau des Jacobins 'Vin Jaune' 1980s Cotes Du Jura 2x63cl

A dry white wine made from Savagnin grapes, from the relatively unknown region of the Côtes Du Jura in eastern France- famous for it's Vin Jaune wines.

Vin Jaune, French for yellow wine, is a unique oxidative wine which shares many similarities with Fino Sherry, but unlike Sherry, it is not fortified and is always dry. These wines have incredible ageing potential. 

This lot contains the 1980 and 1983 vintage. 

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

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.

Château Le Boscq 2001 Saint-Estèphe 6x75cl

Cabernet Sauvignon dominant blend from the Bordeaux appellation of Saint Estèphe; Matured for 12-14 months in oak barrels. 

The Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel estate of Château Le Boscq is owned by Dourthe and produces this wine from their vineyard in a single block.

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