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! DOMINUS ESTATE 2014 (1 mag.) Napa Valley u. bn. The 2014 is a sexy, opulent, layered, multidimensional wine with notes of red and blackcurrant, cedar wood, tobacco leaf , spice box and licorice. The color is a dense plum/ruby/ purple, much like the Napanook. This is a beauty that is already drinking gorgeously – as most 2014s are – and will continue to evolve for 25 or so years. October 2016 WA 97 DOMINUS ESTATE 2010 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. Composed of 95% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Petit Verdot, the stunning, full-bodied 2010 Dominus boasts an exceptional perfume of hoisin sauce, licorice, underbrush, forest floor, plums, black currants and jammy cherries intertwined with hints of cedar, baking spices and oak. Fullbodied and voluptuously textured, the 2010 is on a slightly faster evolutionary track than the 2009 (somewhat of an anomaly for these two vintages). This exquisite as well as prodigious 2010 can be drunk young, but it should age effortlessly for 2025 years. Bravo! WA 100 2 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
" DOMINUS ESTATE 2012 (1 mag.) Napa Valley u. bn. The exuberance and drama in the stunning nose of the dense plum-colored 2012 Dominus offers up notes of Asian spice, ripe, black currants, kirsch, tobacco leaf and Christmas fruitcake. It is full-bodied and opulent, with no hard edges, a seamless integration of acidity, wood and tannin and a density and richness that are built to go on for 25-30 years. October 2015 Drink: 2015-2045 WA 98+ JS 98 DOMINUS ESTATE 2012 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. The exuberance and drama in the stunning nose of the dense plum-colored 2012 Dominus offers up notes of Asian spice, ripe, black currants, kirsch, tobacco leaf and Christmas fruitcake. It is full-bodied and opulent, with no hard edges, a seamless integration of acidity, wood and tannin and a density and richness that are built to go on for 25-30 years. October 2015 Drink: 2015-2045 WA 98+ JS 98 2 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
# DOMINUS ESTATE 2013 Napa Valley u. 3 x bn. 1 x scraped label. The 2013 Dominus is, to my way of thinking, one of the most profound wines Christian Moueix has yet made in his rather brilliant winemaking history, both in France and in Napa Valley. This wine, with very low yields of only 3,500 cases and a final blend of 89% Cabernet Sauvignon, 7% Petit Verdot and 4% Cabernet Franc, offers up notes of cedar wood, forest floor, loamy soil and oodles of blackberry and blackcurrant fruit. Very opaque purple in color, super-pure and intense, this wine has low acidity, but ripe, noticeable tannins. This is a 30- to 40-year wine and a profound effort from this famous vineyard in Yountville. Drink it over the next 40+ years. October 2015. 30th Vintage Edition. WA 100 3 mags.
per lot $5,500 - $6,000
$ HARLAN ESTATE 1998 Napa Valley u. bn. scraped label. The 1998, which is a candidate for the “Wine of the Vintage,” was produced from yields of 0.9 tons per acre. There are only 1,100 cases, and it is the first Harlan Estate to be composed of 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. A spectacular achievement, it boasts an opaque plum/purple color as well as a sumptuous nose of espresso, mineral, blueberry, blackberry, tobacco, licorice, Asian spice, and roasted meat smells. In the mouth, it is seamless, full-bodied, with an unctuous texture, gorgeously sweet tannin, and layer upon layer of concentration. This is a tour de force in winemaking. It is hard to believe that a wine such as this has emerged from 1998. Anticipated maturity: 2003-2030. December 2020 WA 95 1 bt.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
% OPUS ONE 2008 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. marked label. scuffed capsule. OPUS ONE 2009 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. stained label. scuffed capsule. OPUS ONE 2010 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. OPUS ONE 2011 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. marked label. scuffed capsule. OPUS ONE 2012 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. marked label. OPUS ONE 2013 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. wrinkled label. OPUS ONE 2014 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. OPUS ONE 2015 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. wrinkled label. OPUS ONE 2016 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. View website for full catalogue details 9 bts.
per lot $5,000 - $5,500
& SCREAMING EAGLE SECOND FLIGHT 2011 Napa Valley u. 2 x vts. Deep garnet colored, the 2011 Second Flight (a blend of 54% Merlot, 42% Cabernet Sauvignon and 4% Cabernet Franc) offers up a gorgeous perfume of wilted roses and violets over a core of blackberry tart, raspberry preserves and kirsch with subtle baking spices and garrigue notions. Medium to full-bodied with a solid frame of grainy tannins and just enough freshness, it has wonderfully perfumed layers and an exotic spicelaced finish. It has a surprising amount of weight and concentration for this cool, rainy vintage. April 2018 WA 94 2 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
' PENFOLDS GRANGE 2006 South Australia u. bn. Made from fruit coming predominantly from the Barossa Valley this year (97%) and containing 2% Cabernet Sauvignon, the 2006 Grange has been added to my list of favorite recent vintages. Deep garnet-purple colored, it’s still a li"le youthfully mute, offering notes of warm cherries, black currants, anise, coffee and toast with underlying hints of soy, yeast extract, black olives and Indian spices. Tight-knit and solidly structured on the medium to full bodied palate, the concentrated fruit is densely coiled around the firm grainy tannins and very crisp acidity at this stage, but promises something very special in the years to come. It finishes very long, complex and layered with the cedar poking though the fruit purity. Patience is required for this vintage; it should begin opening out around 2016 and drink to 2030+ December 2011 WS 98 WA 98+ 1 bt.
per lot $600 - $800
( CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2012 Margaux, 1er Cru Classé u. bn. Tasted blind at the 2012 Southwold tasting, the 2012 Château Margaux has a taut, linear, pencil lead-infused bouquet with pure blackberry and boysenberry scents, an undercurrent of tobacco that surfaces a#er five minutes in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, crisp acidity, a life-affirming sense of balance with wellintegrated new oak towards the finish. I concur with Robert Parker that his has become more structured and masculine in bo"le, yet there is pedigree here from start to finish, a sense of effortlessness that is seductive. This is a top-class wine from the late Paul Pontallier and his team.” Tasted January 2016 WS 95 WA 96 1 bt.
per lot $600 - $800
) CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2005 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x vts. 1 x marked label. 1 x wrinkled label. Truly great stuff, this wine performed at a three-digit level both in the horizontal tasting of 2005s in Baltimore, as well as in Montreal at this mini-vertical. This sensational, opaque, bluish/ purple wine offers up notes of vanillin, spring flowers, blueberry and blackberry liqueur, plus a touch of licorice. The wine hits the palate with a thunderous cascade of ripe, rich, concentrated fruit. It is full-bodied, multidimensional and layered. The tannins are beautifully integrated but still present, and the wood, acidity, alcohol, etc., are all beautifully assimilated in this magnificent, majestic vintage of Angelus. It can be drunk now, but it is still an adolescent and that suggests it has at least another 25-35 years of longevity. August 2015 WA 100 2 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
!* CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2011 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. bn. WA 94 CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2007 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. vts. CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2008 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. vts. marked label. WA 93 3 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
!! CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2011 (1) Pomerol u. bn. CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2012 (1) Pomerol u. bn. CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2013 (1) Pomerol u. bn. CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2014 (1) Pomerol u. bn. CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2015 (1) Pomerol u. vts. 5 bts.
per lot $20,000 - $25,000
!" DOMAINE ALAIN BURGUET CHAMBERTIN-CLOS DE BÈZE 2007 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 6 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
!# DOMAINE ALAIN BURGUET CHAMBERTIN-CLOS DE BÈZE 2007 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 6 x bn. 1 x stained label. 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
!$ LOUIS LATOUR CORTON DOMAINE CORTON 2007 (3) Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru 1 x scraped capsule. FAIVELEY GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN LES CAZETIERS 1998 (1) Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru scuffed label. DOMAINE MICHEL GAY ET FILS CORTON-RENARDES VIEILLES VIGNES 2005 (1) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 x cm. 5 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!% DOMAINE RAMONET BÂTARD-MONTRACHET 2005 Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 x wrinkled labels. 2 x scraped labels. 1 x peeling label. 6 bts.
per lot $5,000 - $5,500
!& DOMAINE RAMONET BÂTARDMONTRACHET 2005 Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 x wrinkled labels. 6 bts.
per lot $5,000 - $5,500
!' DOMAINE+ROULOT+MEURSAULT+LES+ VIREUILS+,--, Côte de Beaune u. 5 x 1 cm. 4 x scraped labels. 2 x scuffed labels. 5 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
!( DOMAINE ROULOT MEURSAULT LES VIREUILS 2002 Côte de Beaune u. 5 x 1 cm. 4 x scraped labels. 2 x scuffed labels. 5 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
!) DOMAINE ROULOT MEURSAULT LES VIREUILS 2004 Côte de Beaune u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $1,700 - $1,900
"* DOMAINE ROULOT MEURSAULT LES VIREUILS 2004 Côte de Beaune u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $1,700 - $1,900
"! PAUL PERNOT ET SES FILS BIENVENUES-BÂTARD-MONTRACHET 2007 Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 12 x 1 cm. 1 x scuffed label. 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"" PAUL PERNOT ET SES FILS BIENVENUESBÂTARD-MONTRACHET 2007 Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 12 x 1 cm. 1 x scuffed label. 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"# PAUL PERNOT ET SES FILS BÂTARDMONTRACHET 2007 Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $1,700 - $1,900
"$ PAUL PERNOT ET SES FILS BÂTARDMONTRACHET 2007 Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $1,700 - $1,900
"% PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY MEURSAULT LES GENEVRIÈRES 2005 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 6 x 1.5 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
"& PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY MEURSAULT LES GENEVRIÈRES 2005 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 6 x 1.5 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
"' PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY PULIGNYMONTRACHET LES REFERTS 2005 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 12 x 2 cm. 12 bts.
per lot $1,700 - $1,900
"( DOMAINE DE MONTILLE PULIGNYMONTRACHET LE CAILLERET 1999 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
") DOMAINE DES LAMBRAYS PULIGNYMONTRACHET CLOS DU CAILLERET 2009 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 5 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 1 x scraped label. 6 x glued stained & marked labels. 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#* DOMAINE DES LAMBRAYS PULIGNYMONTRACHET CLOS DU CAILLERET 2009 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 6 x 1 cm. 1 x scraped label. 6 x glued stained. 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
#! MAISON LEROY BOURGOGNE BLANC 2000 (1) Burgundy u. 2 cm. marked label. BONNEAU DU MARTRAY CORTONCHARLEMAGNE 2008 (1) Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru marked label. LOUIS LATOUR MEURSAULT LES PERRIÈRES 2009 (3) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru 3 x marked & peeling labels. LOUIS LATOUR PULIGNY-MONTRACHET LES TRUFFIÈRES 2009 (4) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru 4 x marked labels. 9 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
#" PAOLO SCAVINO BAROLO ROCCHE DELL’ANNUNZIATA RISERVA 2001 Piedmont The 2001 Barolo Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata is huge and seamless from start to finish. The wine totally envelops the palate with masses of dark red fruit, roses, spices, and mint, all supported by nearly imperceptible tannins. The volume and shape of the 2001 is simply breathtaking. This is Scavino’s most vibrant 2001. It is also his most polished, refined Barolo. April 2012 WA 97 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
## PAOLO SCAVINO BAROLO ROCCHE DELL’ANNUNZIATA RISERVA 2001 Piedmont The 2001 Barolo Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata is huge and seamless from start to finish. The wine totally envelops the palate with masses of dark red fruit, roses, spices, and mint, all supported by nearly imperceptible tannins. The volume and shape of the 2001 is simply breathtaking. This is Scavino’s most vibrant 2001. It is also his most polished, refined Barolo. April 2012 WA 97 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
#$ PAOLO SCAVINO BAROLO ROCCHE DELL’ANNUNZIATA RISERVA 2001 Piedmont 2 x scuffed labels. The 2001 Barolo Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata is huge and seamless from start to finish. The wine totally envelops the palate with masses of dark red fruit, roses, spices, and mint, all supported by nearly imperceptible tannins. The volume and shape of the 2001 is simply breathtaking. This is Scavino’s most vibrant 2001. It is also his most polished, refined Barolo. April 2012 WA 97 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
#% PAOLO SCAVINO BAROLO ROCCHE DELL’ANNUNZIATA RISERVA 2001 Piedmont The 2001 Barolo Riserva Rocche dell’Annunziata is huge and seamless from start to finish. The wine totally envelops the palate with masses of dark red fruit, roses, spices, and mint, all supported by nearly imperceptible tannins. The volume and shape of the 2001 is simply breathtaking. This is Scavino’s most vibrant 2001. It is also his most polished, refined Barolo. April 2012 WA 97 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
#& PODERI ALDO CONTERNO BAROLO BUSSIA 1999 Piedmont u. 6 x 1 cm. 1 x scraped & marked label. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#' PODERI ALDO CONTERNO BAROLO BUSSIA 1999 Piedmont u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#( PODERI ALDO CONTERNO BAROLO CICALA 1999 Piedmont 4 x scuffed labels. 4 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#) PODERI ALDO CONTERNO BAROLO COLONNELLO 1999 Piedmont u. 8 x 1 cm. 3 x wrinkled labels. 1 x peeling label. 8 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
$* BARTOLO MASCARELLO BAROLO 2005 Piedmont u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped & marked labels. The 2005 Barolo is super-delicate and finessed. This is a decidedly restrained, feminine style of Barolo laced with roses, raspberries, jasmine and berries. It will be fascinating to see which direction the 2005 takes from here. At times the wine appears to be pu"ing on additional weight, but it nevertheless retains an element of frailty that is actually quite a"ractive. I rate the 2005 just behind the 2004, 2006 and 2007, but it is a gorgeous wine, and easily one of the very finest wines of the vintage. February 2011 WA 95 2 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
$! CUPANO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2006 Tuscany 1 x scuffed label. 4 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$" LUCE DELLA VITE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2006 Tuscany u. 4 x bn. 4 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$# TENUTA GREPPO (BIONDI-SANTI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2004 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x bn. PIAN DELL’ORINO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2004 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped & marked label. 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$$ PODERE BRIZIO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 2004 Tuscany u. 4 x bn. 1 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 5 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$% TENUTA GREPPO (BIONDI-SANTI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2006 Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 1 x scuffed label. The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino is remarkably harmonious at this young stage, quite a departure at Biondi-Santi. The 2006 shows dazzling richness and integrity in its powerful fruit in a totally captivating, sensual style. This is a beautifully centered, complete Brunello with a bright future ahead of it. The Brunello was fermented in cement and aged for three years in cask. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2036. May 2011 WA 94 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
$& TENUTA GREPPO (BIONDI-SANTI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2006 Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 2 x scuffed labels. The 2006 Brunello di Montalcino is remarkably harmonious at this young stage, quite a departure at Biondi-Santi. The 2006 shows dazzling richness and integrity in its powerful fruit in a totally captivating, sensual style. This is a beautifully centered, complete Brunello with a bright future ahead of it. The Brunello was fermented in cement and aged for three years in cask. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2036. May 2011 WA 94 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
$' BOND MATRIARCH 1999 Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 x marked labels. 6 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
$( BOND MATRIARCH 1999 Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 x marked labels. 6 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
$) BOND MATRIARCH 1999 Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 x marked labels. 6 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
%* CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 1995 (OWC) Pomerol The wine exhibits an opaque ruby/purple color, followed by a knock-out nose of pain grille, jammy black fruits, and roasted coffee. On the palate, it possesses teeth-staining extract levels, massive body, and rich, sweet black fruits bu"ressed by powerful, noticeable tannin. A formidably endowed wine with layers of extract, this is a huge, tannic, monstrous-sized Petrus that will require a minimum of 10 years of cellaring. Forget all the nonsense about Merlot producing sweet, so#, ready to drink wines, because low yielding, old Merlot vines made in the way of Petrus and other top Pomerols frequently possess as much aging potential as any great Cabernet Sauvignon-based wine in the world. Look for the 1995 Petrus to last for 50+ years. Anticipated maturity: 2007-2050. WS 93 WA 96 12 bts.
per lot $45,000 - $50,000
%! DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU PÉRE ET FILS CLOS DE LA ROCHE 1988 (1) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 x cm. damaged label. DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU PÈRE ET FILS GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN CLOS ST. JACQUES 1988 (1) Côte de Nuits u. 1 x cm. soiled & marked label. scuffed capsule. DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU PÈRE ET FILS RUCHOTTES-CHAMBERTIN CLOS DES RUCHOTTES 1988 (1) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. scuffed label. 3 bts.
per lot $4,000 - $4,500
%" DOMAINE DENIS MORTET GEVREYCHAMBERTIN 1993 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 3 x 1 cm. 3 x scuffed labels. 3 bts.
per lot $900 - $1,100
%# DOMAINE DENIS MORTET GEVREYCHAMBERTIN LAVAUX SAINT-JACQUES 1996 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru Classé u 1 x 1 cm. 1 x scraped label. 2 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
%$ DOMAINE GHISLAINE BARTHOD CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY AUX BEAUX-BRUNS 1996 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
%% DOMAINE GHISLAINE BARTHOD CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY AUX BEAUX-BRUNS 1996 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
%& DOMAINE GHISLAINE BARTHOD/BARTHOD NOËLLAT CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY LES CHATELOTS 1999 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 12 bts.
per lot $2,800 - $3,000
%' LOUIS JADOT VOSNE-ROMANÉE LES SUCHOTS 1996 (1) Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. damaged label. DOMAINE ROBERT CHEVILLON NUITS ST. GEORGES LES RONCIÈRES 1991 (1) Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 2.5 cm. scraped & marked label. scraped capsule. 2 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
%( CHÂTEAU GUIRAUD 2007 (OWC) Sauternes, Premier Cru Classé 24 hf. bts. per lot $1,200 - $1,400
%) CHÂTEAU RIEUSSEC 1998 Sauternes, Premier Cru Classé u. 12 x bn. 12 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
&* AZELIA BAROLO BRICCO FIASCO 1997 Piedmont u. 8 x bn. 2 x wrinkled labels. 8 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
&! AZIENDA BRICCO ASILI (CERETTO) BARBARESCO FASET 1996 Piedmont u. 6 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
&" ELIO ALTARE BAROLO VIGNETO ARBORINA 1996 Piedmont u. 8 x bn. 8 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
&# GIOVANNI CORINO BAROLO ARBORINA 1996 Piedmont u. 3 x bn. 4 x scuffed labels. 8 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
&$ PRUNOTTO BAROLO BUSSIA 1996 Piedmont u. 6 x bn. 1 x soiled label. 1 x scraped label. 3 x scuffed capsules. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
&% BARONE RICASOLI CASTELLO DI BROLIO CASALFERRO TOSCANA IGT 1997 Tuscany u. 2 x vts. 4 x ts. 6 x scuffed labels. 2 x scraped labels. 1 x peeling label. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
&& BARONE RICASOLI CHIANTI CLASSICO CASTELLO DI BROLIO 1997 (OWC) Tuscany 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
&' CASTELLO BANFI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1995 Tuscany u. 5 x bn. 1 x vts. 3 x scraped labels. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
&( MARCHESI ANTINORI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO PIAN DELLE VIGNE 1995 Tuscany u. 5 x bn. 1 x vts. 6 x scuffed labels. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
&) POLIZIANO VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO 1997 Tuscany u. 3 x bn. 2 x vts. 1 x ts. 6 x scraped labels. 1 x peeling label. 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
'* POLIZIANO VINO NOBILE DI MONTEPULCIANO VIGNA ASINONE 1997 Tuscany u. 3 x bn. 2 x vts. 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
'! ALLEGRINI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 1995 Veneto u. 6 x 2 cm. 6 x scraped labels. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
'" ALLEGRINI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 1997 Veneto u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 x scuffed labels. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
'# BODEGA CATENA ZAPATA MALBEC CATENA ALTA 1997 (OWC) Mendoza, Argentina 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
'$ PETER LEHMANN SHIRAZ STONEWALL 1993 (6) Barossa Valley, South Australia u. 5 x bn. 1 x vts. PETER LEHMANN SHIRAZ STONEWALL 1995 (6) Barossa Valley, South Australia u. 4 x bn. 1 x vts. 12 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
'% D’ARENBERG THE DEAD ARM SHIRAZ 1996 McLaren Vale, Australia u. 6 x bn. 6 x wrinkled labels. 1 x marked label. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
'& ATA RANGI PINOT NOIR 1997 Martinborough, New Zealand u. 5 x 1 cm. 12 x scuffed labels. 12 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
'' DOMAINE DELETANG MONTLOUIS-SURLOIRE DEMI-SEC LES BATISSES 1997 Loire u. 2 x 0.5 cm. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
'( DOMAINE DES FORGES COTEAUX DU LAYON CHAUME LES ONNIS 1997 (4) Loire u. 4 x 2 cm. 4 x marked labels. DOMAINE DES SAULAIES COTEAUX DU LAYON FAYE 1997 (2) Loire u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 2 x scraped labels. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
') DOMAINE DES FORGES COTEAUX DU LAYON SAINT-AUBIN 1997 Loire u. 10 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 12 x scuffed labels. 12 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
(* CHÂTEAU CANON 1995 (OWC) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé 12 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
(! CHÂTEAU GRAND CORBIN-DESPAGNE 1998 Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 4 x bn. 1 x vts. 1 x peeling label. 2 x wrinkled labels. 5 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
(" CHÂTEAU GRAND CORBIN-DESPAGNE 2000 (OWC) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé 12 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
(# CHÂTEAU MOULIN SAINT-GEORGES 1997 (6) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 4 x bn. 2 x vts. 5 x scraped capsules. CLOS DU CLOCHER 1995 (6) Pomerol u. 4 x bn. 2 x vts. 4 x scraped labels. 6 x wrinkled labels. 12 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
($ CHÂTEAU LA CROIX DE GAY 1990 (6) Pomerol u. 4 x bn. 6 x scraped labels. 6 x scuffed capsules. CLOS DE L’ORATOIRE 1997 (6) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 6 x bn. 6 x scuffed capsules. 12 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
(% CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR DE BOÜARD 1998 (2) Lalande de Pomerol u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked & scuffed labels. 1 x peeling label. CHÂTEAU FOURCAS HOSTEN 1990 (2) Médoc u. 2 x vts. 2 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU PETIT VILLAGE 1993 (2) Pomerol u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked & scuffed labels. CHÂTEAU ANDRON BLANQUET 1990 (2) Saint-Estèphe u. 2 x bn. 2 x soiled & scraped labels. CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 1986 (1) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. bn. soiled & scraped label. CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 1993 (1) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. bn. soiled & scraped label. CHÂTEAU LILIAN LADOUYS 1995 (2) Saint-Estèphe u. 2 x bn. 2 x soiled & scraped labels.
12 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
(& CHÂTEAU GIGAULT CUVÉE VIVA 2000 (OWC) Côtes de Bordeaux Blaye 12 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
(' CHÂTEAU BEAUMONT 1997 (6) Haut-Médoc, Cru Bourgeois Supérieur u. 5 x bn. 1 x vts. CHÂTEAU CISSAC 2000 (6) Haut-Médoc 12 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
(( CHÂTEAU BELGRAVE 2000 (OWC) Haut-Médoc, Grand Cru Classé 12 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
() CHÂTEAU CISSAC 2000 (OWC) Haut-Médoc 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
)* CHÂTEAU DE LA DAUPHINE 1995 (6) Fronsac u. 4 x bn. 2 x vts. 3 x scraped labels. 6 x stained & wrinkled labels. CHÂTEAU CISSAC 1997 (6) Haut-Médoc u. 5 x bn. 1 x hs. 1 x scraped label. 3 x scraped capsules. 12 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
)! CHÂTEAU LES ORMES DE PEZ 1990 Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. 3 x bn. 6 x scuffed labels & capsules. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
)" LES TOURELLES DE LONGUEVILLE 2000 (6) Pauillac u. 6 x vts. SARGET DE GRUAUD-LAROSE 2000 (4) Saint-Julien 2 x scuffed labels. 10 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
)# CHÂTEAU DURFORT-VIVENS 2000 (OWC) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
)$ CHÂTEAU LABÉGORCE-ZÉDÉ 2000 (OWC) Margaux, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
)% DOMAINE DU VIEUX TÉLÉGRAPHE CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE LA CRAU 2001 (OWC) Châteauneuf-du-Pape WA 93 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
)& BERNARD FAURIE HERMITAGE ROUGE 1989 (2) Rhône u. 2 x 2 cm. 2 x scuffed labels. 1 x scraped capsule. BERNARD FAURIE HERMITAGE ROUGE 1990 (2) Rhône u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 1 x scraped label. 1 x wrinkled capsule. 4 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
)' CLUSEL-ROCH CÔTE-RÔTIE 1997 Rhône u. 3 x 1 cm. 2 x scuffed labels. 1 x peeling label. 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
)( DOMAINE MARC SORREL HERMITAGE LE GRÉAL 1997 Rhône u. 1 x 1 cm. 2 x 1.5 cm. 1 x stained and scraped label. 1 x marked label. 2 x wrinkled labels. 3 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
)) E. GUIGAL CÔTE RÔTIE BRUNE ET BLONDE DE GUIGAL 1994 (6) Rhône u. 4 x 1 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 2 x wrinkled labels. E. GUIGAL CÔTE RÔTIE 1998 (1) Rhône u. 1 cm. scuffed label. E. GUIGAL CÔTE RÔTIE 2006 (1) Rhône scraped label. 8 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!** MICHEL & STEPHANE OGIER CÔTE-RÔTIE 1997 (3) Rhône 1 x scuffed label. PAUL JABOULET AÎNÉ HERMITAGE LA CHAPELLE 1995 (3) Rhône u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 1 x 2.5 cm. 3 x soiled & scraped labels. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!*! DOW’S PORTO VINTAGE 1985 (2) Douro, Portugal 2 x wrinkled & scuffed labels. SANDEMAN PORTO VINTAGE 1985 (2) Douro, Portugal 2 x scuffed labels. WARRE PORTO VINTAGE 1985 (5) Douro, Portugal 5 x marked & wrinkled labels. 9 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
!*" FONSECA PORTO VINTAGE 2007 (OWC) Douro, Portugal 12 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!*# FONSECA PORTO VINTAGE 2007 (OWC) Douro, Portugal 12 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!*$ GRAHAM’S PORTO VINTAGE 1985 (OWC) Douro, Portugal 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!*% GRAHAM’S PORTO VINTAGE 1994 (OWC) Douro, Portugal With a big eucalyptus note up front, this is elegant in the mid-palate with controlled tannins. Sweet and easy in some ways, this is readily approachable now, perhaps not at peak, but more expressive than the relatively brooding Dow’s, also reviewed. The hint of caramel and raisins mixed with sugar makes this irresistible. It is sexy and intriguing. October 2016 WA 95 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!*& QUINTA DO VESUVIO PORTO VINTAGE 1994 (OWC) Douro, Portugal 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!*' TAYLOR (FLADGATE) VERY OLD SINGLE HARVEST TAWNY PORT 1863 (OC) Douro, Portugal The release of this 1863 came about a#er Taylor Fladgate acquired Weise & Krohn last year [2013]. Weise & Krohn were actually selling the 1863 in a pack that included an 1896. Taylor’s decided that the 1863 deserved its own individual bo"ling, thereby neatly serving as a follow-up to the successful Scion. As you might guess, luxury packaging is part of the deal and the 1863 Tawny has been issued across the world in 1,600 velvetlined crystal decanters in maple burl veneer. Of course, this begs the question whether it should be sold as Weise & Krohn or as Taylor’s? I can see both sides of the argument, but in those days, all Port wines were sourced from dozens of growers and so perhaps whether it is Weise & Krohn or Taylor’s is a moot point. It is what it is. And what it is, is a time-defying pre-phylloxera humdinger that’ll knock your socks off. August 2014. WA 98 1 bt.
per lot $3,000 - $3,500
!*( CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION BLANC 2008 Pessac-Léognan u. 3 x 2 cm. This stunningly rich blend of 55% Semillon and 45% Sauvignon Blanc exhibits great fruit intermixed with notes of lanolin, damp earth, graphite, honeyed citrus and orange bu"er. May 2011 WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $2,600 - $2,800
!*) CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION BLANC 2008 Pessac-Léognan u. 3 x 2 cm. This stunningly rich blend of 55% Semillon and 45% Sauvignon Blanc exhibits great fruit intermixed with notes of lanolin, damp earth, graphite, honeyed citrus and orange bu"er. May 2011 WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $2,600 - $2,800
!!* CHÂTEAU CLIMENS 2006 (OWC) Sauternes-Barsac, 1er Cru Classé u. 6 x vts. 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
!!! CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2010 (OWC) Pomerol This wine has a character similar to its cross-street neighbor, Petrus, displaying sweet mulberry and intense black fruit characteristics, with a hint of vanillin and loads of black cherry jam. Full-bodied, extravagantly luscious, with a skyscraper-like mid-palate and phenomenal length of close to 50 seconds, the wine has plenty of tannin, but the voluptuous fruit, power and overall glycerin and intensity tend to conceal much of it. Elegant but compellingly rich and authoritative, the 2010 is a truly magnificent wine for this estate, which has one of the finest terroirs in all of Pomerol. Forget it for 5-7 years and drink it over the following 30-35. February 2013 WS 98 WA 97 JS 98 6 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
!!" CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2011 (OWC) Pomerol WS 93 JS 93 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!!# CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2013 (OWC) Pomerol 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!!$ CHÂTEAU LA FLEUR-PÉTRUS 2014 (OWC) Pomerol The 2014 La Fleur Petrus is impressive out of barrel and it continues to evince quality now in bo"le. It has a lovely, engaging bouquet with vivacious redcurrant and cranberry fruit, superb mineralité and energy, real focus and a sense of drive in situ. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, a sense of symmetry and poise from start to finish. It has perhaps turned into a slightly more elegant and feminine wine than I anticipated, less bullish than the Hosanna. But there is real complexity on the finish with black pepper and clove lingering on the a#ertaste. This is superb. March 2017 Drink: 2020-2045 WA 94 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!!% CHÂTEAU TROTANOY 2010 (OWC) Pomerol Stunning nose with wild strawberries, vanilla and raspberries. Opens up with a li"le time in the glass to sweet licorice, blueberries and some graphite. Round and full on the palate with an amazing fruit and refined tannins. Truly superb. Hard not to drink now. Try from 2016. February 2013 jamessuckling. com Production: 1,900 cases. WS 98 WA 96 JS 98 6 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
!!& CHÂTEAU TROTANOY 2011 (OWC) Pomerol 1,910 cases made. WS 94 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!!' CHÂTEAU TROTANOY 2012 (OWC) Pomerol Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux tasting. The 2012 Trotanoy is clearly blossoming in bo"le. Over almost 20 years of tasting out of barrel, I cannot recall a Trotanoy that has so surpassed its showing at en primeur. It has a well-defined bouquet that initially seems straightforward. Don’t be fooled...it opens in the glass and reveals subtle red berry fruit, truffle and ferrous aromas. There is stunning definition and poise here. The palate is medium-bodied with filigree tannin. There is a core of wonderful Cabernet Franc here, the acidity extremely well judged with a precise, sustained finish. This is a sophisticated Pomerol with élan and no more, no less than a fabulous Trotanoy. Tasted January 2016. October 2016 Only 1,341 cases made. WS 96 WA 96 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!!( VIEUX CHÂTEAU CERTAN 2011 (OWC) Pomerol 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!!) CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2008 (OWC) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé WA 93 12 bts.
per lot $3,800 - $4,000
!"* DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU CHARMESCHAMBERTIN 2012 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x 1 cm. The 2012 Charmes-Chambertin Grand Cru has an exquisite bouquet with fragrant wild strawberry, bergamot and forest floor that simmers with tension, subtle touches of cassis unfolding in the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with crisp, slightly chalky tannins, over a layer of effervescent candied fruit – mandarin and apricot enriching the finish. This is such a pre"y thing, surely destined to be irresistible in its youth. December 2013 WA (94-96) 2 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!"! DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU CLOS DE LA ROCHE 2012 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x 1 cm. For the first time a li"le new oak (10%) has been used on the 2012 Clos de la Roche Grand Cru, where part of the vineyard was replanted five years ago. The fruit here is a li"le blacker than the Mazis-Chambertin tasted prior, that new oak “plugging” the gaps that might have been there without the new wood. The palate is mediumbodied with supple tannins on the entry. There is a citric core of fruit here, touches of marmalade infusing the black and red fruit on the linear, mineral finish. This should age very well – a Clos de la Roche with substance and presence. December 2013 WA (92-94) 2 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!"" DOMAINE COMTE GEORGES DE VOGÜÉ CHAMBOLLE-MUSIGNY 2012 (1) Côte de Nuits, 1er Cru Classé u. 1 cm. DOMAINE COMTE GEORGES DE VOGÜÉ MUSIGNY CUVÉE VIEILLES VIGNES 2012 (1) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!"# DOMAINE JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE HERMITAGE 2011 Rhône Tasted from bo"le, the 2011 Hermitage sports a ruby/purple color to go with an awesome bouquet of sweet cassis, dried flowers, spicebox, ground pepper and crushed stone. One of the more serious, focused and structured 2011s, it has fabulous concentration, sweet tannin and a seamless texture. Give it 5-6 years and enjoy bo"les over the following 2 decades or more. WS 96 WA 96+ 2 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!"$ CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE BLANC VIEILLES VIGNES 2009 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 2 x 1 cm. CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE BLANC VIEILLES VIGNES 2010 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 2 x 1 cm. CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE BLANC VIEILLES VIGNES 2011 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 2 x 1 cm. View website for full catalogue details 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!"% DOMAINE JEAN-LOUIS CHAVE HERMITAGE BLANC 2011 Rhône A blend of mostly Marsanne, yet with roughly 20% Roussanne, from the l’Ermite, Les Rocoules, Maison Blanche and Peleat lieux-dits, this substantial white should be consumed over the coming 2-4 years, or forgo"en for a decade or more. It will have over two decades of longevity. December 2013 WA 96 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!"& DOM PÉRIGNON CHAMPAGNE ROSÉ DAVID LYNCH LABEL 2000 (OC) Champagne 2 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
!"' MOLLYDOOKER SHIRAZ VELVET GLOVE 2009 (OC) McLaren Vale, Australia There were 250 cases bo"led of the 2009 Velvet Glove Shiraz, a year that Sparky Marquis remembers as being, “A good year. Low yields, a long, cool season that was bad for sunbathers but good for grapes.” The wine is still holding up, boasting notes of mint, raspberries, blackberries and chocolate. It’s full-bodied, velvety and long. September 2018 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!"( MOLLYDOOKER THE VELVET GLOVE SHIRAZ 2011 (OC) McLaren Vale, Australia Very deep purple-black in color, the 2011 Velvet Glove is chock full of ripe and spicy blackberries, fresh blueberries and creme de cassis aromas that are accented by Chinese five spice notes and hints of chocolate, vanilla and some tar. Full-bodied, it is ripe and rich with a nice line of acid and medium-firm, fine-grained tannins. Concentrated and persistent on the finish, it shows beautiful elegance and freshness and is a nicely delineated and expressive example of the varietal and its regional home. February 2013 WA 97 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!") PENFOLDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON BIN 707 2010 South Australia u. 2 x bn. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2010 Bin 707 Cabernet Sauvignon is an earthier style displaying classic aromas of cassis, plum and pencil shavings with some earth, olives, spice box and cloves. Very structured by firm, grainy tannins, it is concentrated and muscular with good acid freshness through the long and layered finish. It needs 1-2 years more of aging and will drink to 2030+ February 2013 WA 95+ 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!#* BODEGAS TORO ALBALÁ DON PX CONVENTO SELECCIÓN 1946 (OWC) Montilla-Moriles, Spain Bo"le # 487. The 1946 Don PX Convento Seleccion produced with Pedro Ximenez grapes dehydrated under the sun at the time of the Second World War, was only bo"led in September 2011. This is an extreme wine, my first descriptor was ultra-megasuper concentrated. It is unbelievably powerful, both in the nose and the palate, full of umami, with sweet cinnamon, Christmas cake, camphor, petrol, lemongrass, Belgian chocolate and bu"er. Incredibly complex and rich, sweet, balanced and smooth in the palate, it is both very sweet and somehow salty, and with time it develops a black olive note. It combines the texture of the 1962 and the elegance of the 1949. It is as decadent as it gets. 825 bo"les were produced. This wine will survive all of us. These wines are kept for generations and offered in very small quantities, but it’s amazing that you can still buy and drink something so old, and I’m even tempted to say that it might represent good value for what it is. A real tour de force sweet wine. Drink it if you ever have the privilege to do so from 2013-2060. August 2013. WA 100 1 bt.
per lot $400 - $600
!#! TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2010 (OWC) Tuscany 25th Anniversary Edition 1 mag.
per lot $600 - $800
!#" TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2011 (OWC) Tuscany The 2011 Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia lives up to the legacy of this important wine, thanks to its extreme intensity and its skillfully cra#ed bouquet. The excellent quality of fruit stands clear, despite the heat of the vintage, with pristine notes of dark cherry, exotic spice and chocolate. This expression of Ornellaia is composed of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. The results are nothing short of exuberant and this vintage will reward both those who decided to drink it early, as well as those who have the patience to wait.October 2014 WA 96 1 mag.
per lot $400 - $600
!## TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2011 (OWC) Tuscany u. 6 x bn. The 2011 Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia lives up to the legacy of this important wine, thanks to its extreme intensity and its skillfully cra#ed bouquet. The excellent quality of fruit stands clear, despite the heat of the vintage, with pristine notes of dark cherry, exotic spice and chocolate. This expression of Ornellaia is composed of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 32% Merlot, 11% Cabernet Franc and 6% Petit Verdot. The results are nothing short of exuberant and this vintage will reward both those who decided to drink it early, as well as those who have the patience to wait.October 2014 WA 96 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!#$ TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2001 (1) Tuscany u. vts. marked label. ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. 2 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
!#% ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!#& ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped & wrinkled labels. 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!#' ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 3 x scraped labels. 1 x marked label. 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
!#( ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 (1) Tuscany scraped label. ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2001 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. Is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which resembles the best of Bordeaux. April 2006 WA 96 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!#) ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 (1) Tuscany scraped label. ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2001 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. Is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which resembles the best of Bordeaux. April 2006 WA 96 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!$* ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2000 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped & marked label. ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2001 (1) Tuscany scraped label. Is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which resembles the best of Bordeaux. April 2006 WA 96 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!$! ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2001 Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 3 x scraped & marked labels. 1 x with back label affixed to front. Is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which resembles the best of Bordeaux. April 2006 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!$" ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2001 Tuscany u. 2 x vts. 1 x bn. 3 x scraped labels. Is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which resembles the best of Bordeaux. April 2006 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!$# ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2001 Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 1 x vts. 3 x scraped labels. Is a classic example of central Tuscan Cabernet at its best, ruby-purple in color, warm and explosive in its expression of black currant fruit, tobacco, tar, and graphite, superbly concentrated and dense on the palate but balanced and shapely at the same time and with a noble austerity and grip on the finish which resembles the best of Bordeaux. April 2006 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!$$ TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2005 Tuscany u. vts. The 2005 Masseto (Merlot) is simply gorgeous. A wine of extraordinary class and personality, it remains very primary in its dark fruit, licorice, cassis and toasted oak. It offers notable concentration and well-integrated tannins, all of which convey an impression of awesome harmony, finesse and balance. The tricky growing season seems to have been less of an issue for the Merlot, particularly in the old-vine Masseto Centrale vineyard. The 2005 Masseto has been superb every time I have tasted it thus far. As is o#en the case, the wine requires at least a few years of bo"le age before it becomes approachable. June 2008 WA 94 1 bt.
per lot $700 - $900
!$% CASTELLO DEI RAMPOLLA D’ALCEO 2003 Tuscany u. 3 x bn. 3 x soiled labels. Castello dei Rampolla’s 2003 D’Alceo (85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Petit Verdot) is another ripe, powerful wine packed with layers of super-ripe, opulent fruit, graphite, licorice and tar supported by a firm, classic structure that will require time to fully come together. It is sweeter and riper than the Sammarco, and its more supple personality works well to balance the wine’s structural components. June 2007 WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!$& TERRABIANCA CAMPACCIO SELEZIONE RISERVA 2000 (1 mag.) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. TERRABIANCA CAMPACCIO TOSCANA IGT 2001 (1 mag.) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. 2 mags.
per lot $300 - $500
!$' CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2005 Margaux, 1er Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. The first-growth 2005 Château Margaux (85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot), a lavish fragrance of blackcurrants, velvety new saddle leather, spring flowers and spice soars from the glass. The wood is already totally concealed beneath the cascade of fruit in this medium to fullbodied, pure and majestic wine. This concentrated, dense, but nevertheless strikingly elegant, multilayered wine has a finish of 45+ seconds. It builds incrementally to a crescendo and finale. This is a stunner that can be approached already, but promises to be be"er in another 5-10 years and last at least 25 or more years. June 2015 WS 97 WA 98+ 1 bt.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!$( CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2005 Margaux, 1er Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. The first-growth 2005 Château Margaux (85% Cabernet Sauvignon, 15% Merlot), a lavish fragrance of blackcurrants, velvety new saddle leather, spring flowers and spice soars from the glass. The wood is already totally concealed beneath the cascade of fruit in this medium to fullbodied, pure and majestic wine. This concentrated, dense, but nevertheless strikingly elegant, multilayered wine has a finish of 45+ seconds. It builds incrementally to a crescendo and finale. This is a stunner that can be approached already, but promises to be be"er in another 5-10 years and last at least 25 or more years. June 2015 WS 97 WA 98+ 1 bt.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!$) CHÂTEAU CANTENAC BROWN BRIO 2005 (3 hf. bt.) Margaux u. 3 x bn. 3 x scuffed labels. CHÂTEAU LES CARMES HAUT-BRION 1993 (7) Pessac-Léognan u. 6 x bn. 1 x vts. 7 x wrinkled & marked labels. 7 bts. & 3 hf. bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!%* CHÂTEAU PICHON LONGUEVILLE COMTESSE DE LALANDE 1994 (2) Pauillac, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 2 x scuffed labels. CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2004 (3) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x scuffed & marked labels. 5 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!%! CHÂTEAU CANTEMERLE 2006 Haut-Médoc, Grand Cru Classé u. 5 x bn. 5 x marked labels. 1 x scraped label. 5 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!%" CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1992 (2) Pessac-Léognan, 1er Cru Classé u. 2 x 2 cm 2 x marked & stained labels. CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1993 (1) Pessac-Léognan, 1er Cru Classé u. 1 cm. marked & stained label. 3 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
!%# CHÂTEAU HAUT-BRION 1995 Pessac-Léognan, 1er Cru Classé u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 2 x marked & stained labels. Deep ruby/purple-colored wine with a tight but promising nose of burning wood embers intermixed with vanilla, spice box, earth, mineral, sweet cherry, black currant, plum-like fruit, medium to full body, a high level of ripe but sweet tannin, and a finish that goes on for a good 40-45 seconds. This wine is just beginning to emerge from a very closed state where it was unyielding and backward. Anticipated maturity: 2006-2035. Last tasted, 11/02. WS 95 WA 96 2 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
!%$ CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 1995 Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. 3 x soiled & peeling labels. 3 x scuffed capsules. The palate is medium-bodied with supple tannin, impressive depth and backbone, the second half having mellowed in recent years, rendering this approachable; hints of secondary truffle and smoke notes emerging with aeration. It has been several years since I last tasted this wine, but it is one that seems to become more and more impressive with age. Robert Parker rightly lauded this Calon-Ségur at the time of release. Twenty years on, it is fulfilling all its promise. Tasted March 2015. Drink: 2015-2045 WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
!%% CHÂTEAU TRONQUOY-LALANDE 2009 Saint-Estèphe u 2 x bn. 3 x vts. 5 x marked labels. 1 x scraped capsule. 5 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
!%& CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 1993 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. 3 x marked labels. 3 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!%' CHÂTEAU SAINT-PIERRE 1995 Saint-Julien, Grand Cru Classé u. 5 x bn. 1 x vts. 2 x wrinkled capsules. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!%( CHÂTEAU TALBOT 1995 (7) Saint-Julien, 4ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 4 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 1 x scuffed capsule. CLOS DU MARQUIS 1995 (2) Saint-Julien 2 x scuffed labels. 9 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!%) CHÂTEAU GRAND-PUY-LACOSTE 1995 Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 4 x scraped & marked labels. Another unbelievably rich, multidimensional, broad-shouldered wine, with slightly more elegance and less weight than the powerhouse 1996, this gorgeously proportioned, medium to fullbodied, fabulously ripe, rich, cassis-scented and flavored Grand-Puy-Lacoste is a beauty. It should be drinkable within 4-5 years, and keep for 25-30. This classic Pauillac is a worthy rival to the otherworldly 1996. February 1998 WS 93 WA 95 4 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
!&* CHÂTEAU MOUTON-BARONNE-PHILIPPE 1970 (1) Pauillac u. hs. soiled, scraped & marked label. scuffed & soiled capsule. CHÂTEAU MOUTON-BARONNE-PHILIPPE 1975 (1) Pauillac u. hs. scraped & soiled label. corroded capsule. CHÂTEAU MOUTON-BARONNE-PHILIPPE EN HOMMAGE À PAULINE 1985 (1) Pauillac u. hs. scraped & soiled label. scraped & corroded capsule. 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!&! CHÂTEAU PICHON-LONGUEVILLE BARON 1986 (1) Pauillac, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. soiled & marked label. CHÂTEAU PICHON-LONGUEVILLE BARON 1995 (1) Pauillac, 2ième Cru Classé marked label. CHÂTEAU PICHON-LONGUEVILLE BARON 2002 (2) Pauillac, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 4 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
!&" CHÂTEAU LE BON PASTEUR 1995 (4) Pomerol u. 2 x bn. 2 x vts. 1 x scraped label. CHÂTEAU CLOS L’EGLISE 1999 (4) Pomerol u. 2 x bn. 2 x vts. 4 x soiled & marked labels. 8 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!&# CHÂTEAU CANON-LA-GAFFELIÈRE 1990 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 4 x vts. WS 93 WA 94 4 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
!&$ CHÂTEAU CANON-LA-GAFFELIÈRE 2003 (2) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 2 x scuffed capsules. CHÂTEAU GRAND-PUY DUCASSE 2010 (2 hf. bt.) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé 2 x marked labels. 1 x scraped capsule. 2 bts. & 2 hf. bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!&% CHÂTEAU LA GAFFELIÈRE 1985 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. ts. soiled & marked label. corroded capsule. CHÂTEAU VILLEMAURINE 1983 (1) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. ts. marked label. CHÂTEAU VILLEMAURINE 1990 (4) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 3 x vts. 4 x scraped labels. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!&& CHÂTEAU VILLEMAURINE 1998 (3) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 2 x scraped & peeling labels. 1 x scuffed label. CHÂTEAU LA GAFFELIÈRE 1995 (3) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 3 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 3 x soiled & marked labels. 3 x scuffed capsules. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!&' CHÂTEAU CLOS FOURTET 1995 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 1 x bn. 2 x soiled labels. 2 x marked labels. 4 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!&( CHÂTEAU GRAND MAYNE 1995 Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 6 x bn. 1 x vts. 9 x soiled & marked labels. 2 x scraped labels. 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!&) CHÂTEAU LA DOMINIQUE 1994 (3) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x scraped & marked labels. 3 x scuffed capsules. CHÂTEAU LA GAFFELIÈRE 1994 (4) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 4 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 4 x soiled & marked labels. 4 x scuffed capsules. 7 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!'* BOUCHARD PÈRE ET FILS POMMARD 2013 (4 hf. bt.) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru CHANSON PÈRE & FILS CORTON 2012 (1) Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru marked label. MAISON ROCHE DE BELLENE CORTON 2013 (1) Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru marked label. 2 bts. & 4 hf. bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!'! PHILIPPE COLIN CHASSAGNEMONTRACHET MORGEOT ROUGE 2006 (5) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru 2 x scraped labels. 5 x marked labels. DOMAINE DE LA VOUGERAIE GEVREYCHAMBERTIN LES EVOCELLES 2005 (2) Côte de Nuits 2 x marked labels. 7 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!'" DOM PÉRIGNON CHAMPAGNE 2006 (1) Champagne scuffed capsule. MOËT & CHANDON CHAMPAGNE BRUT IMPÉRIAL NV (2 200 ml.) Champagne POL ROGER CHAMPAGNE BRUT RÉSERVE NV (6 hf. bt.) Champagne 6 x scraped labels. VEUVE CLICQUOT PONSARDIN CHAMPAGNE NV (1 hf. bt.) Champagne scraped label. 1 bt. & 7 hf. bts. & 2 200 ml. $800
per lot $600 -
!'# E. GUIGAL CÔTE-RÔTIE BRUNE ET BLONDE 2009 (2) Rhône 2 x scuffed labels. PAUL JABOULET AÎNÉ CHÂTEAUNEUF-DUPAPE LES CÈDRES 2012 (3) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 3 x 1 cm. 3 x scraped & marked labels. PAUL JABOULET AÎNÉ CROZES-HERMITAGE DOMAINE DE THALABERT 2009 (2) Rhône u. 1 x 1 cm. 2 x scraped & marked labels. 7 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!'$ DOMAINE AUGUSTE CLAPE CORNAS RENAISSANCE 2009 (3) Rhône u. 3 x 1 cm. 2 x scraped labels. DOMAINE AUGUSTE CLAPE CORNAS RENAISSANCE 2010 (3) Rhône u. 3 x 1 cm. 1 x scraped label. 3 x marked labels. The 2010 Cornas Renaissance may be the finest example of the cuvee I have yet tasted. This offering represents about one-third of the Clape production and tends to come from two wellknown sites in the natural amphitheater of Cornas, Les Sabaro"es and Geynale. This astonishing 2010 boasts a black/purple color along with gorgeous, explosive aromatics consisting of blue and black fruits and spring flowers, a full-bodied, layered texture and superb intensity. Very pure with sweet tannin, it was bo"led unfiltered a#er 22 months in primarily foudre, and should drink well for two decades. December 2012 Drink: 2012-2032 WS 93 WA 97 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!'% M. CHAPOUTIER ERMITAGE LE PAVILLON 1993 (4) Rhône u. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 4 x scraped & marked labels. The 1993 Le Pavilion is the Hermitage of the Vintage. More austere than when I tasted it prior to bo"ling, it is one of the few 1993s with a sweet inner core of fruit, as well as a dense ruby/purple color, outstanding concentration and extract, and huge tannin in the finish. It is a harder style of Le Pavilion than the 1992, but it should turn out to be a 40- to 50-year wine. Last tasted December 1996. Approximately 400 cases produced per vintage. WA 93 PATRICK JASMIN CÔTE-RÔTIE 1996 (1) Rhône u. 1 cm. marked label. 5 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!'& OPUS ONE 1985 (1) Napa Valley u. hs. soiled & marked label. corroded capsule. OPUS ONE 1986 (2) Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. 1 x ts. 1 x damaged & peeling label. 2 x marked labels. 1 x scuffed capsule. OPUS ONE 1987 (1) Napa Valley u. hs. marked, stained & soiled label. corroded capsule. 4 bts.
per lot $1,600 - $1,800
!'' OPUS ONE 1988 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x vts. 1 x damaged label. 2 x soiled labels. 2 x corroded & scraped capsules. OPUS ONE 1989 (1) Napa Valley u. ts. scraped, soiled & marked label. corroded capsule. OPUS ONE 1991 (2) Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. 1 x ts. 2 x soiled labels. 5 bts.
per lot $2,500 - $3,000
!'( OPUS ONE 1992 Napa Valley u. 3 x bn. 2 x soiled labels. 1 x marked label. 3 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
!') OPUS ONE 1993 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x soiled & wrinkled labels. OPUS ONE 1994 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x soiled & wrinkled labels. 4 bts.
per lot $1,800 - $2,000
!(* OPUS ONE 1995 Napa Valley u. 3 x bn. 1 x soiled label. WA 93 3 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
!(! OPUS ONE 1995 Napa Valley u. 3 x vts. 3 x soiled labels. WA 93 3 hf. bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!(" OPUS ONE 1997 Napa Valley 1 x marked label. 2 hf. bts.
per lot $400 - $600
!(# OPUS ONE 1997 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x vts. 4 bts.
per lot $2,200 - $2,400
!($ OPUS ONE 1999 Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. 2 x stained labels. 1 x marked label. 3 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
!(% OPUS ONE 1999 Napa Valley u. 6 x vts. 2 x soiled labels. 2 x marked labels. 6 hf. bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!(& OPUS ONE 2000 (3 hf. bt.) Napa Valley u. 3 x ts. OPUS ONE 2000 (1) Napa Valley 1 bt. & 3 hf. bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!(' OPUS ONE 2001 Napa Valley u. 3 x bn. 3 x scraped, stained & marked labels. 3 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
!(( OPUS ONE 2002 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped & stained labels. I tend to think that recent vintages of Opus One are even greater than vintages made during this era, but the 2002 is certainly one of the top wines Opus has produced during the early part of this century. It boasts a dense plum/purple hue along with a striking bouquet of graphite, toasty oak, creme de cassis and acacia flowers. Full-bodied, opulent and young, it offers accessibility as well as silky tannins. A thoroughly complete wine that is pure and rich, it tastes like a hypothetical blend of a great Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon married to a Bordeaux Pauillac. Bravo! It will benefit from 2-3 more years of cellaring and should keep for 2025 therea#er. June 2012 Drink: 2014-2039 WA 94 2 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
!() OPUS ONE 2003 (4 hf. bt.) Napa Valley u. 4 x tx. 1 x peeling label. 4 x marked labels. OPUS ONE 2003 (1) Napa Valley soiled & wrinkled label. View website for full catalogue details 1 bt. & 4 hf. bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!)* OPUS ONE 2004 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. OPUS ONE 2005 (2 hf. bt.) Napa Valley u. vts. 2 x peeling & soiled labels. 1 bt. & 2 hf. bts.
per lot $700 - $900
!)! OPUS ONE 2005 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. Complex and medium to full-bodied, with silky tannin and superb purity and balance, this is exactly what Opus One was meant to be when it was first proposed. Of course, it is a popular wine to criticize, but the quality has never been be"er, and certainly 2005 is a beauty. It is reaching full maturity at ten years, but I think there is still another 10-15+ years of upside potential in this wine. It is full-bodied, opulent and, dare I say, delicious. Given its popularity and brand recognition, it’s nice to know that even at a major steak house you can probably find this wine and be thrilled to buy it and drink it. June 2015 Drink: 2015-2030 WA 95 2 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
!)" SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2002 (1) Napa Valley SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2003 (7) Napa Valley 2 x scuffed labels. 8 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!)# SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON STAGS LEAP DISTRICT 1993 Napa Valley u. 4 x bn. 2 x vts. 3 x scraped labels. 1 x soiled label. 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!)$ SHAFER MERLOT 2011 (4) Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. SHAFER MERLOT 2013 (4 hf. bt.) Napa Valley u. 4 x bn. 4 bts. & 4 hf. bts.
per lot $700 - $900
!)% STORYBOOK MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2013 (6) Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. STORYBOOK MOUNTAIN VINEYARDS ZINFANDEL EASTERN EXPOSURES 2012 (4) Napa Valley u. 4 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. 2 x marked labels. 10 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
!)& CROSSBARN (PAUL HOBBS) CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2014 (1) Napa Valley scraped label. GROTH VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1996 (2) Oakville, Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped & marked labels. GROTH VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012 (6) Oakville, Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 x marked labels. PAUL HOBBS PINOT NOIR RUSSIAN RIVER VALLEY 2012 (1) Sonoma County 10 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!)' ANAKOTA CABERNET SAUVIGNON HELENA DAKOTA VINEYARD 2011 (2) Sonoma County 1 x scraped label. ARIETTA CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2009 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked & scraped label. CAKEBREAD CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. FROG’S LEAP CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE GROWN RUTHERFORD 2014 (4 hf. bt.) Napa Valley u. 4 x bn. 1 x scuffed label. STAG’S LEAP WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 (3) Napa Valley 8 bts. & 4 hf. bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
!)( CLIFF LEDE CABERNET SAUVIGNON STAGS LEAP DISTRICT 2011 Napa Valley u. 5 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 1 x marked label. 8 hf. bts.
per lot $600 - $800
!)) ELENA FUCCI AGLIANICO DEL VULTURE TITOLO 2013 Basilicata u. 5 x bn. 5 x marked labels. 5 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"** AZELIA BAROLO 2013 (3) Piedmont u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked & scuffed labels. 1 x peeling label. GIOVANNI SORDO BAROLO GABUTTI 2012 (4) Piedmont u. 3 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 2 x scraped labels. PIO CESARE BARBARESCO 2012 (2) Piedmont u. 2 x bn. 2 x stained, scuffed & marked labels. 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"*! BOROLI BAROLO MATTO 2011 Piedmont u. 1 x bn. 11 x vts. 6 x scraped labels. 12 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"*" CASTELLO DI AMA CHIANTI CLASSICO 2007 Tuscany 2 x scraped labels. 4 x marked labels. 9 hf. bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"*# LUCE DELLA VITE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 Tuscany u. 2 x bn. Very powerful aromas of blackberry, fresh mushroom, iron, spice and lightly grilled meat. Full body with layers of fruit and earth character. Decadent and intense. It’s a phenomenal wine. Incredibly layered and muscular. Be"er than the legendary 2006? Built for aging. Be"er in 2018. October 2015 jamessuckling.com Only 1,667 cases made. JS 100 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"*$ ALLEGRINI LA GROLA VERONESE IGT 2011 (3) Veneto u. 3 x vts. 2 x scraped labels. ALLEGRINI PALAZZO DELLA TORRE VERONESE IGT 2011 (1) Veneto u. bn. 4 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"*% AZIENDA AGRICOLA PRÀ VALPOLICELLA MORANDINA 2017 (2) Veneto u. 2 x 1 cm. 2 x marked labels. LOREDAN GASPARINI CAPO DI STATO COLLI TREVIGIANI IGT 2008 (3) Veneto u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 5 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"*& CESARI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2013 (1) Veneto scuffed label. CESARI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2015 (1) Veneto scuffed label & capsule. TOMMASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2013 (3) Veneto u. 1 x 1 cm. 2 x 2 cm. TOMMASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2015 (2) Veneto u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 7 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"*' COMM. G. B. BURLOTTO BAROLO CANNUBI 2016 (1) Piedmont stained label. COMM. G. B. BURLOTTO BAROLO MONVIGLIERO 2016 (1) Piedmont marked label. View website for full catalogue details 2 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"*( COMM. G. B. BURLOTTO BAROLO 2017 Piedmont 3 x marked labels. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
"*) GIACOMO CONTERNO BAROLO RISERVA MONFORTINO 2013 (OWC) Piedmont I have been tasting this wine from barrel for the past two years and now finally, abracadabra, the 2013 Barolo Riserva Monfortino is safely housed in bo"le. The wine was bo"led in June of last year and will hit the market this upcoming October. The Barolo Francia was not produced in 2013 because Roberto Conterno diverted all fruit from that vineyard to this wine. Monfortino was not produced in 2011 or 2012, meaning that this 2013 edition follows directly a#er the absolutely stunning 2010 vintage (which earned a perfect 100-point score). The two vintages (2010 and 2013) are very similar, strikingly so, but the 2013 vintage registers at a slightly lower structural threshold. The tannins are slightly looser, or so#er in the case of this wine. With up to six years in bo"e, the 2010 vintage is still crunchy and super sharp, while this wine is slightly more succulent and earthy. Some 20,000 bo"les, 2,500 magnums and 400 three-liter bo"les were made. June 2019 Drink: 2025-2055 WA 98 3 bts.
per lot $4,000 - $4,500
"!* ROAGNA BARBARESCO VECCHIE VITI ASILI 2015 (OWC) Piedmont u. 6 x bn. 6 x scraped lables. Representing a tiny production of only 1,236 bo"les, the Roagna 2015 Barbaresco Asili Vecchie Viti is another beauty that absolutely plays its best cards in terms of mouthfeel. The wine is polished like a fine gem, and it offers dried cassis, wild berry, crushed flower and white mineral. That mineral dryness links into the silky nature of the tannins. This wine has only just started what promises to be an amazing journey. July 2021 Drink: 2024-2045 WA 96 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"!! TENUTA GREPPO (BIONDI-SANTI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 2004 Tuscany scraped label. The 2004 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is impeccable and classy. Ripe red fruits, flowers and minerals are some of the nuances that emerge from this fresh, vibrant wine. The fruit remains incredibly youthful and pure all the way through to the finish. This is a surprisingly supple, fruit-driven style of Riserva from Biondi-Santi, and with time in the glass the reluctant bouquet finally emerges. Some of the explosiveness of the best vintages (such as 2001) is missing, but the wine nevertheless impresses for its finesse and impeccable overall balance. The 2004 Riserva looks to have a long life ahead of it, but it is so harmonious that opening a bo"le in its youth, while not optimal, is far from infanticide. Anticipated maturity: 2014-2034. April 2010 WA 94 1 bt.
per lot $400 - $600
"!" DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2013 Napa Valley u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. 2 x scraped wax capsules. Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is a li"le closed at this stage, offering glimpses at fresh blackcurrants, blackberry pie and crushed black plums with nuances of cedar chest, underbrush, black truffles, charcuterie and espresso. Medium to full-bodied, it packs in the muscular fruit, with very firm, ripe, grainy tannins and plenty of freshness, finishing long with many expressive earth layers. Drink: 2018-2040 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"!# DOMAINE FRANÇOIS RAVENEAU CHABLIS FÔRET 2018 (1) Chablis, Premier Cru DOMAINE ROULOT MEURSAULT CLOS DES BOUCHÈRES 2015 (1) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. The 2015 Meursault 1er Cru Clos des Bouchères is quite reserved, unfurling with extended aeration to exhibit notes of Anjou pear, crisp white peach and spring flowers, against a subtle background of almond paste. On the palate, the wine is medium-bodied, elegantly glossy and deceptively open-knit, with juicy acids and a mouthwatering, saline finish. Right now, only the outlines of what this showed during élevage and what it will be in a few more years’ time are apparent, so I would encourage readers to forget any bo"les they may own until 2020. October 2018 Drink: 2020-2035 WA 93+ 2 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
"!$ PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY MEURSAULT 2018 Côte de Beaune u. 4 x 1.5 cm. 4 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"!% PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY PERNANDVERGELESSES SOUS FRÉTILLES 2018 Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 4 x 1 cm. 4 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"!& PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY CORTONCHARLEMAGNE 2017 (1) Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. wrinkled label. PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY CHASSAGNEMONTRACHET LES CHENEVOTTES 2018 (1) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. PIERRE-YVES COLIN-MOREY MEURSAULT PERRIÈRES 2014 (1) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"!' EGON MÜLLER SCHARZHOFBERGER RIESLING AUSLESE 2006 (1) Mosel-Saar-Ruwer u. 1 cm. marked label. DR. LOOSEN ERDENER PRÄLAT RIESLING AUSLESE GOLDKAPSEL 2017 (1) Mosel-Saar-Ruwer 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"!( BÉRÊCHE ET FILS CHAMPAGNE CÔTE BLANC DE BLANCS 2005 Champagne, Grand Cru 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"!) BOLLINGER CHAMPAGNE VIEILLES VIGNES FRANÇAISES 2009 (OC) Champagne scuffed capsule. 1 bt.
per lot $600 - $800
""* JÉRÔME PRÉVOST LA CLOSERIE FAC-SIMILE EXTRA BRUT ROSE NV Champagne 2 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
""! LOUIS ROEDERER CHAMPAGNE CRISTAL BRUT 2002 Champagne missing cellophane wrapper. 1 mag.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
""" POL ROGER CHAMPAGNE BLANC DE BLANCS 2012 (OC) Champagne 3 x scraped labels. 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
""# POL ROGER CHAMPAGNE BLANC DE BLANCS 2012 (OC) Champagne 3 x scraped labels. 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
""$ POL ROGER CHAMPAGNE BLANC DE BLANCS 2012 (OC) Champagne 3 x scraped labels. 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
""% DOMAINE HEITZ-LOCHARDET POMMARD LES RUGIENS 2018 (1 mag.) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. DOMAINE TAUPENOT-MERME CLOS DES LAMBRAYS 2010 (1) Côte de Nuits u. 1 cm. marked label. 1 bt. & 1 mag.
per lot $700 - $900
""& DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU PÈRE ET FILS CHAMBERTIN CLOS-DE BÈZE 2011 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. It has a more generous bouquet compared to its peers, armed with lush red cherries, strawberry and cassis. The oak vanillin is noticeable but synced with the fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with a plush texture. There is very good depth here and arresting purity – red cherries strawberry and candied orange peel that segue into a citrus fresh and vibrant finish with plenty of energy and race. Superb. June 2014 Drink: 2018-2045 WA 95 1 bt.
per lot $2,200 - $2,400
""' DOMAINE DUJAC CLOS SAINT-DENIS 2012 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru 2 x marked labels. The 2012 Clos Saint Denis Grand Cru has an intense, broody bouquet with dark plum, blackcurrant, undergrowth and mushroom scents that unfold in the glass. The palate is very well balanced, the tannins a li"le chalkier than the Echezeaux with great tension on the spicy finish. Superb persistency here with a lovely savory, cured meat note emerging with aeration. December 2013 WA (95-97) 2 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
""( DOMAINE ROBERT ARNOUX/ARNOUXLACHAUX NUITS ST. GEORGES CLOS DES CORVÉES PAGETS 2017 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 5 x 1 cm. 2 x scuffed labels. 5 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
"") CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE HOMMAGE À JACQUES PERRIN 2010 (4) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 2 x 1 cm. 2 x scraped labels. 1 x marked label. Offering lots of liquid minerality, crushed rock, blueberry, truffle and cassis, it’s massive and concentrated on the palate, with building tannin, good acidity and a firm, focused feel that begs for cellaring. Hide these in the cellar for another decade. February 2015 Drink 2025-2060 WA 98+ CHÂTEAU RAYAS CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE PIGNAN RESERVE 2010 (1) Châteauneuf-du-Pape 5 bts.
per lot $2,500 - $2,700
"#* DOMAINE BARGE CÔTE-RÔTIE CÔTE BLONDE 2016 (2) Rhône u. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x marked label. DOMAINE BARGE CÔTE-RÔTIE CÔTE BRUNE 2016 (4) Rhône u. 4 x 1 cm. 2 x marked labels. 1 x stained label. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"#! DOMAINE JAMET CÔTE RÔTIE 2015 Rhône u. 6 x 1 cm. Jamet’s 2015 Cote Rotie continues to show a ridiculous, impenetrable black-purple color. It’s tight, full-bodied and firm, with black olive, cassis and blueberry fruit that doesn’t seem to have budged since the day it was bo"led. Give it another 5 years or so before popping a cork. December 2019 Drink: 2025-2040 WA 95 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"#" DOMAINE JAMET CÔTE RÔTIE 2016 Rhône 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"## HENSCHKE HILL OF GRACE 2006 Eden Valley, Australia stelvin closure. Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2006 Hill of Grace has some oak poking through the red and blue fruit aromas, with underlying toast, marmite and sage hints. Medium to full-bodied, it is a very tight knit and youthful wine with crisp acid, medium to firm, finely grained tannins and a long finish. Drink it 2014 to 2030+ WA 97 1 bt.
per lot $600 - $800
"#$ BODEGAS LANZAGA (TELMO RODRIGUEZ) RIOJA LAS BEATAS 2015 Rioja, Spain u. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 1 x cracked wax capsule. This is a powerful vintage with pungent flavors, amazing intensity and great length. It combines power with elegance. There is great detail with floral aromas, nuanced and finessed, a wine that opens up and doesn’t stop changing in the glass. It has the elegance and freshness of the 2013, but it feels one step up in depth and complexity. The level of detail, precision and elegance here is really outstanding. This is truly a world-class wine. Did they make magnums? 1,512 bo"les were produced in 2015. This will be released around May 2018, perhaps earlier. Beware, it might fly! February 2018 Drink: 2020-2035 WA 100 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"#% BODEGAS LANZAGA (TELMO RODRIGUEZ) RIOJA LAS BEATAS 2016 (OWC) Rioja, Spain It’s elegant, subtle and delicate, shy and slow to open up in the glass. The palate reveals great balance and very fine chalky tannins, with great purity and depth, and it’s -more insinuating than inyour-face, with energy and length. I kept the bo"le and retasted it a few hours later, because I like to see how a wine like this evolves. It developed further nuance; it is a world class wine. A superb Beatas. June 2019 WA 99 6 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
"#& OPUS ONE 2016 (OWC) Napa Valley Deep garnet-purple colored, the 2016 Opus One offers up bold, expressive black and blue fruits: warm black plums, black cherries, blackcurrants and wild blueberries with a beautiful undercurrent of lilacs, roses, fertile loam, underbrush and Indian spices. Medium to full-bodied, the palate is a tightly coiled spring ready to explode, with fantastic tension and wonderfully ripe, very finegrained tannins, finishing very long with a mineral li#. October 2019 Drink: 2021-2055 WA 98 6 bts.
per lot $2,600 - $2,800
"#' OPUS ONE 2017 (OWC) Napa Valley Medium to deep garnet-purple colored, it slowly grows on the nose, revealing compelling notes of baked black cherries, mulberries, black raspberries, warm cassis and blackberry pie with nuances of spice cake, yeast extract, tapenade, licorice and dusty soil with a wa# of wild sage. Medium-bodied, the palate has a lively skip in its step, featuring bags of juicy raspberry and cassislaced fruit and a refreshing line, supported by ripe, plush tannins, finishing long and graceful. October 2019 Drink: 2021-2036 WA 95 6 bts.
per lot $2,400 - $2,600
"#( OPUS ONE OVERTURE NV Oakville, Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"#) OPUS ONE OVERTURE NV Oakville, Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"$* DOMINUS ESTATE 2014 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. The 2014 is a sexy, opulent, layered, multidimensional wine with notes of red and blackcurrant, cedar wood, tobacco leaf , spice box and licorice. The color is a dense plum/ruby/ purple, much like the Napanook. This is a beauty that is already drinking gorgeously – as most 2014s are – and will continue to evolve for 25 or so years. October 2016 WA 97 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"$! DOMINUS ESTATE 2015 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. Dominus 2015 Proprietary Red Wine leaps from the glass with notes of fresh wild blueberries, crushed blackberries and black currant juice with touches of wild thyme, underbrush, iron ore and aniseed with wa#s of lavender and pencil lead. Medium to full-bodied, the palate has incredible energy and vivacity, with the firm, pixelated tannins and lively backbone skillfully framing the muscular fruit, finishing with wonderful length and depth. October 2017 Drink: 2019-2055 WA 100 2 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
"$" DOMINUS ESTATE 2016 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. The 2016 Proprietary Red Wine is deep purpleblack in color and quite reticent at this youthful stage to begin, offering up subtle notions of potpourri, Indian spices, cigar box and iron ore over a core of crushed blackberries and black cherries with intermi"ent wa#s of black and red currants, new leather and smoked meats. The palate is medium to full-bodied with a densely packed mid-palate and oodles of freshness framed by very ripe, finely grained tannins and laced with compelling earthy accents. It offers incredible vibrancy with tons of black and red fruit sparkle in the mid-palate leading to a provocative mineral element on the very long finish. If I could give more than 100 for this one, I would. To be released in May 2019. October 2018 Drink: 2024-2054 WA 100 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
"$# DOMINUS ESTATE 2018 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. Very deep garnet-purple colored, the 2018 Dominus slowly emerges from the glass with profound notes of blackcurrant cordial, ripe black plums, boysenberries and Black Forest cake with hints of violets, star anise, cracked black pepper, raspberry leaves and pencil lead, plus a touch of garrigue. Medium to full-bodied, the palate delivers impactful black fruit layers, creating a beguiling sense of richness that is beautifully countered by invigorating freshness and great poise, framed by super ripe, plush tannins and beautiful tension, finishing on a lingering fragrant earth note and, finally, lots of mineral sparks. February 2021 Drink: 2026-2056 WA 99+ 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"$$ CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2000 (OWC) Napa Valley 6 bts.
per lot $1,500 - $1,700
"$% CHIMNEY ROCK CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 2001 (OWC) Stags Leap District, Napa Valley u. 6 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"$& CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2004 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé This beautiful, stunningly dense purple-colored effort (includes about 90% Cabernet Sauvignon) offers up precise notes of graphite, black cherries, cassis, scorched earth, and minerals. Medium to full-bodied with fabulous fruit, impressive richness, refreshing acidity, and sweet tannin, this beauty should be approachable in 4-5 years, and last for three decades. WS 93 WA 95 2 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
"$' CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 1970 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 2 x hs. 2 x soiled & stained labels. 2 x wrinkled capsules. WA 93 2 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"$( CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 1972 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 2 x hs. 2 x soiled, scuffed, wrinkled & peeling labels. 1 x scraped capsule. 2 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"$) CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2009 (OWC) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. An amazing wine in every sense, this classic, full-bodied Pauillac is the quintessential Pontet Canet from proprietor Alfred Tesseron, who continues to reduce yields and farms his vineyards biodynamically – a rarity in Bordeaux. Black as a moonless night, the 2009 Pontet Canet offers up notes of incense, graphite, smoke, licorice, creme de cassis and blackberries. A wine of irrefutable purity, laser-like precision, colossal weight and richness, and sensational freshness, this is a tour de force in winemaking that is capable of lasting 50 or more years. The tannins are elevated, but they are sweet and beautifully integrated as are the acidity, wood and alcohol (which must be in excess of 14%). This vineyard, which is situated on the high plateau of Pauillac adjacent to Mouton Rothschild, appears to have done everything perfectly in 2009. Maturity: 2025-2075 WA 100 1 6 ltr.
per lot $3,400 - $3,600
"%* CHÂTEAU HOSANNA 2007 (OWC) Pomerol 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
"%! CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2007 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"%" CHÂTEAU CHEVAL BLANC 2004 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 2 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
"%# CHÂTEAU PAVIE 2005 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x 1 cm. 1 x scraped label. 2 x marked labels. Dense, opaque purple to the rim, with a gorgeously promising nose of blackberries, cassis, graphite and cedar wood just beginning to emerge, it tastes more like a three-year-old than wine that is already a decade old. This beauty is intense and full-bodied, with magnificent concentration, a majestic mouth-feel and a total seamless integration of tannin, wood, alcohol, etc. Beautifully rich, full and multidimensional, this is a tour de force in winemaking and certainly one of the top dozen or so 2005 Bordeaux. Forget it for another 3-5 years and drink it over the following 50-100 years! August 2015 WA 100 3 bts.
per lot $2,000 - $2,200
"%$ CHÂTEAU PAVIE 2007 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x 1 cm. 2 x marked labels. Drink 2017-2035 WA 93 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"%% CHÂTEAU PAVIE 2008 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x 1 cm. 3 x marked labels. A slightly more compact style of Pavie in this vintage, but still full-bodied, the 2008 has a youthful, dense purple color and is seriously endowed with concentrated, rich fruit, licorice, graphite, forest floor, and loads of dark plum and black and red currant fruit. This wine still has some tannins to resolve, and should be cellared for another 4-5 years. Drink over the following two decades. August 2015 WA 94+ 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"%& D’ARENBERG THE DEAD ARM SHIRAZ 2006 McLaren Vale, Australia stelvin closures. D’Arenberg’s flagship is the 2006 The Dead Arm Shiraz. Opaque purple-colored, the nose is reticent but gives up aromas of meat, bacon, game, truffles, blueberry, and blackberry. Firm, layered, and complex, this beautifully rendered Shiraz demands a decade of cellaring. It will be superb from 2018 to 2036. WS 91 WA 95+ 9 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
"%' D’ARENBERG THE DEAD ARM SHIRAZ 2006 McLaren Vale, Australia 1 x scuffed label. stelvin closures. D’Arenberg’s flagship is the 2006 The Dead Arm Shiraz. Opaque purple-colored, the nose is reticent but gives up aromas of meat, bacon, game, truffles, blueberry, and blackberry. Firm, layered, and complex, this beautifully rendered Shiraz demands a decade of cellaring. It will be superb from 2018 to 2036. WS 91 WA 95+ 9 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
"%( CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE BLANC 2007 (OWC) Graves, Grand Cru Classé 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
"%) DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU PÈRE ET FILS CHAMBERTIN 2008 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. The 2008 Chambertin is rather delicate and almost ethereal in its seductive personality. This is another surprisingly open, expressive 2008. The tannins are elegant, while the wine’s balance is simply terrific. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2038. May 2011 WA 95+ 1 mag.
per lot $10,000 - $12,000
"&* DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU PÈRE ET FILS CHAMBERTIN CLOS-DE BÈZE 2008 Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. Rousseau’s 2008 Chambertin-Clos de Beze is off the charts. Textured and layered throughout, this exquisite, captivating wine graces the palate with endless fruit framed by silky, refined tannins. All of the elements build effortlessly to the dazzling, impeccably cra#ed finish. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2038. May 2011 WA 96+ 1 mag.
per lot $8,000 - $10,000
"&! JOSEPH DROUHIN VOSNE-ROMANÉE LES PETITS MONTS 1999 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 2 x 1 cm. 2 x marked labels. 2 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
"&" BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS VOSNE-ROMANÉE AUX REIGNOTS 1999 Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru u. 1 x 1 cm. 2 x marked labels. 1 x scraped label. 2 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
"&# WILLIAM FÈVRE CHABLIS BOUGROS CÔTE BOUGUEROTS 2004 (1) Chablis, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. WILLIAM FÈVRE CHABLIS LES CLOS 2004 (1) Chablis, Grand Cru marked & scraped label. 2 bts.
per lot $200 - $400
"&$ BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS CORTONCHARLEMAGNE 2004 (1) Côte de Beaune marked & scraped label. BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS CORTONCHARLEMAGNE 2006 (1) Côte de Beaune marked & scraped label. BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS CORTONCHARLEMAGNE 2007 (2) Côte de Beaune 1 x scuffed label. 4 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"&% DOMAINE SERVIN LES PREUSES CHABLIS 2006 (1) Chablis, Grand Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. wrinkled capsule. DOMAINE LATOUR-GIRAUD MEURSAULT LES NARVAUX 2009 (1) Côte de Beaune u. 1.5 cm. marked label. writing on label. scuffed capsule. FAIVELEY PULIGNY-MONTRACHET 2008 (1) Côte de Beaune marked label. 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"&& DOMAINE CHANSON BEAUNE CLOS DE ROI 2010 (3) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 3 x 1 cm. 3 x marked & peeling labels. DOMAINE DE LA VOUGERAIE BEAUNE LA MONTÉE ROUGE 2003 (2) Côte de Beaune u. 1 x 1.5 cm. 1 x 3 cm. 2 x scraped labels. DOMAINE PARENT BEAUNE LES EPENOTTES 2005 (1) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. marked label. LOUIS JADOT BEAUNE BOUCHEROTTES DOMAINE DES HÉRITIERS LOUIS JADOT 2009 (1) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru marked label. 7 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"&' BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS GEVREYCHAMBERTIN 2012 (1) Côte de Nuits marked label. CAMUS PÈRE & FILS CHARMESCHAMBERTIN 2005 (1) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 2 cm. scuffed label. FAIVELEY NUITS ST.GEORGES 2003 (2) Côte de Nuits 2 x scraped labels. NICOLAS POTEL GEVREY-CHAMBERTIN 2003 (1) Côte de Nuits u. 1 cm. scuffed label. wrinkled label. MAISON ROCHE DE BELLENE GEVREYCHAMBERTIN VIEILLES VIGNES 1999 (2) Côte de Nuits 1 x scuffed label. 7 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
"&( ARROWOOD VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE SPECIALE 2015 (1) Sonoma County u. bn. Celebrating 30th Anniversary FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA CABERNET SAUVIGNON ARCHIMEDES 2012 (1) Alexander Valley, Sonoma County u. vts. scuffed label. FRANCIS FORD COPPOLA CABERNET SAUVIGNON ARCHIMEDES 2015 (1) Alexander Valley, Sonoma County u. bn. scuffed label. RODNEY STRONG CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 2015 (1) Sonoma County u. bn. scraped label. 4 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
"&) BEAULIEU VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON GEORGES DE LATOUR PRIVATE RESERVE 2009 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAKEBREAD CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON BENCHLAND SELECT 2013 (1) Napa Valley CAKEBREAD CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON DANCING BEAR RANCH 2013 (1) Howell Mountain, Napa Valley FAR NIENTE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. vts. HEITZ CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON TRAILSIDE VINEYARD 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scraped label. PAHLMEYER PROPRIETARY RED 2012 (1) Napa Valley 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"'* AXIOS WINE KALARIS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 (1) Napa Valley u. 2 cm. BUENA VISTA CABERNET SAUVIGNON CHATEAU BUENA VISTA 2015 (2) Napa Valley DUCKHORN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2016 (2) Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. 1 x marked label. FLORA SPRINGS CABERNET SAUVIGNON FAMILY ESTATE 2015 (4) Napa Valley u. 4 x vts. 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"'! CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. vts. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2008 (1) Napa Valley u. vts. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2010 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2011 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2012 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2013 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2015 (1) Napa Valley u. vts. 7 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"'" SILVERADO CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE GROWN 2013 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. SILVERADO CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE GROWN 2015 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. SILVERADO VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON GEO 2014 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scuffed label. STAG’S LEAP WINE CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON ARTEMIS 2015 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. marked label. STAG’S LEAP WINE CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON ARTEMIS 2016 (3) Napa Valley u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. ETUDE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2009 (1) Napa Valley u. 1 cm. 9 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
"'# RAMEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON JERICHO CANYON VINEYARD 2005 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. RAMEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON PEDREGAL VINEYARD 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. vts. scraped label. ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY MAESTRO 2014 (2) Napa Valley u. 1 x bn 1 x vts. SHAFER TD-9 2015 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. SHAFER TD-9 2016 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 7 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
"'$ SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON HILLSIDE SELECT 2007 Napa Valley u. bn. peeling label. Deep purple-black colored, the 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select exudes beautiful notions of violets, dark chocolate, black olives, spice cake and cedar chest with a core of crème de cassis, blackberry pie, plum preserves and fragrant earth plus a wa# of unsmoked cigars. Full-bodied, super concentrated and jam-packed with multilayered black and blue fruits, it has a rock-solid frame of grainy tannins and fantastic freshness, finishing long with tons of exotic spice and savory sparks. August 2018 Drink: 2022-2052 WA 100 1 bt.
per lot $500 - $700
"'% FREEMARK ABBEY CABERNET BOSCHE RUTHERFORD 2012 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. FREEMARK ABBEY CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. GROTH VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2009 (2) Oakville, Napa Valley u. 2 x vts. 1 x marked label. GROTH VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2012 (2) Oakville, Napa Valley u. 2 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"'& CLOS MIMI SYRAH MCGINLEY VINEYARD 2007 (1) Paso Robles, California peeling label. JONATA WINERY FENIX 2007 (1) Santa Ynez Valley, California u. vts. marked label. MOUNT EDEN VINEYARDS CHARDONNAY RESERVE 2007 (1) Santa Cruz Mountains, California u. 1 cm. wrinkled label. RIDGE ESTATE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2010 (2) Santa Cruz Mountains, California u. 2 x bn. 5 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"'' CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2004 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. This beautiful, stunningly dense purple-colored effort (includes about 90% Cabernet Sauvignon) offers up precise notes of graphite, black cherries, cassis, scorched earth, and minerals. Medium to full-bodied with fabulous fruit, impressive richness, refreshing acidity, and sweet tannin, this beauty should be approachable in 4-5 years, and last for three decades. WS 93 WA 95 2 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
"'( CHÂTEAU LATOUR 2004 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. The 2004 Latour is perhaps evolving slower than I expected, although it remains one of the finest Le# Bank wines of the vintage. It has that quintessential graphite-scented bouquet intermixed with blackberry and cedar, although the liquorice note that I observed previously has receded. Again, there is wonderful definition. The palate is full-bodied but surprisingly more sultry than I expected, especially here where I was able to directly compare it with the other 2004 First Growths. It delivers the “authority” you expect from Latour, although I might be inclined just to give it another 2-3 years in bo"le. Tasted September 2016. Drink: 2020-2045 WS 95 WA 95 2 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
"') CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2005 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. There are layers and layers of black fruit intermingling with graphite and black pepper, and it wisely reins everything in on the finish that is more classic in style and in keeping with the vintage. If you are fortunate enough to have this wine in your cellar, even though those tannins are starting to be abraded by time, afford it another five or six years. Tasted August 2016. Drink Date: 2020-2050 WA 98 JS 99 2 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
"(* CHÂTEAU HAUT-BATAILLEY 2005 (3) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x scraped label. 1 x marked label CHÂTEAU DE CRUZEAU 2000 (1) Pessac-Léognan u. vts. marked label. CHÂTEAU DE ROCHEMORIN 2000 (1) Pessac-Léognan u. bn. CHÂTEAU PAPE CLEMENT 2011 (1) Pessac-Léognan, Grand Cru Classé u. bn. DOMAINE DE CHEVALIER 2011 (3) Pessac-Léognan, Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x scraped capsules. 9 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"(! CHÂTEAU CLERC MILON 2001 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked & scuffed label. wrinkled capsule CHÂTEAU D’ARMAILHAC 2000 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. wrinkled, marked & soiled label. CHÂTEAU LA TOUR HAUT-BRION 2000 (2) Pessac-Léognan u. 1 x bn. 2 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU LARRIVET HAUT-BRION 2000 (1) Pessac-Léognan u. bn. scuffed label. CHÂTEAU LATOUR-MARTILLAC 2001 (1) Pessac-Léognan, Premier Cru Classé u. vts. scraped label. CHÂTEAU MOULIN SAINT-GEORGES 2000 (3) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. 3 x marked labels. 9 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
"(" CHÂTEAU BRANE-CANTENAC 1996 Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. 4 x vts. 4 x peeling & scraped labels. 4 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"(# CHÂTEAU BRANE-CANTENAC 1999 (2) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. CHÂTEAU BRANE-CANTENAC 2000 (1 mag.) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. scuffed capsule. WA 93 CHÂTEAU BRANE-CANTENAC 2004 (5) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. 5 x bn. 5 x scuffed capsules. CHÂTEAU BRANE-CANTENAC 2004 (2 mag.) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 2 x scuffed capsules. 7 bts. & 3 mags.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
"($ CHÂTEAU DAUZAC 2005 (3) Margaux, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. CHÂTEAU MONBRISON 2005 (3) Margaux u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. 1 x scraped capsule. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"(% CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2004 Margaux, 1er Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. The 2004 Chateau Margaux has always been a promising wine and here, served blind against the First Growths, it finally proved that patience is necessary when it comes to such wines. It has an exquisite bouquet with brilliant delineation, scents of redcurrant, raspberry coulis, cold stone (almost flint-like) with pencil-lead and cedar lending it a Pauillac-like sense of aristocratic flair. The palate is extremely well balanced with a supple opening, nigh perfect acidity with a surprisingly citric undercurrent that lends so much freshness and tension. This is excellent. Tasted September 2016 Drink: 2020-2050 WA 94 1 bt.
per lot $500 - $700
"(& CHÂTEAU PRIEURÉ-LICHINE 2015 (4) Margaux, 4ième Cru Classé u. 4 x vts. 4 x marked & stained labels. CHÂTEAU RAUZAN-SÉGLA 2011 (2) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
"(' CHÂTEAU CHASSE-SPLEEN 1995 (1) Moulis-en-Médoc u. vts. marked label. CHÂTEAU BEAU-SITE 1995 (2) Saint-Estèphe u. 2 x vts. 2 x scraped, stained & marked labels. 2 x wrinkled labels. CHÂTEAU LES ORMES DE PEZ 1996 (2) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2011 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. CHÂTEAU SAINT-PIERRE 1995 (2) Saint-Julien, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. 8 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"(( CHÂTEAU CANTEMERLE 2005 (3) Haut-Médoc, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 1 x wrinkled capsule. CHÂTEAU LA TOUR CARNET 2005 (3) Haut-Médoc, 4ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x scuffed label. 2 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU LANESSAN 1995 (2) Haut-Médoc u. 2 x bn. 1 x scuffed label. 8 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
"() CHÂTEAU BARDE-HAUT 1999 (2) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x vts. 1 x marked label. CHÂTEAU LARMANDE 2001 (1) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. vts. marked label. scraped capsule. CHÂTEAU PIPEAU 2005 (3) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
")* CHÂTEAU CLOS FOURTET 1996 (3) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 3 x marked labels. 1 x scraped capsule. CHÂTEAU CLOS FOURTET 2011 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. bn. scuffed label. 4 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
")! CHÂTEAU GRAND MAYNE 1995 (2) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x vts. CHÂTEAU GRAND MAYNE 2009 (4) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 4 x vts. 6 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
")" VIÑA COBOS CABERNET SAUVIGNON BRAMARE 2009 Mendoza, Argentina u. 2 x vts. 2 x scuffed labels. 2 bts.
per lot $200 - $400
")# TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2010 Tuscany u. bn. marked label. The 2010 Masseto is truly monumental, leaving you breathless and wordless all at once. Once you sip the wine, it takes a few minutes before you grasp the enormity of its beauty and potential. You almost have to wonder how enologist Axel Heinz could conceive of a wine this beautiful - and how did he execute it? I could wax poetic for hours: Dark cherry, chocolate, baking spice and tobacco smoke li# off the bouquet in thin veils and magical puffs. The quality of the aromas is exceptional, but again, the seamless integration is what makes Masseto a protagonist of Italian wine. No ma"er how much time goes by, that beauty will remain firmly etched in your memory bank. Anticipated maturity: 2015-2030. August 2013 WA 98 1 bt.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
")$ ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2007 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2008 (3) Tuscany u. 3 x vts. 4 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
")% ARGIANO SOLENGO TOSCANA IGT 2004 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scuffed label. TENUTA DI ARCENO ARCANUM TOSCANA IGT 2008 (3) Tuscany u. 3 x vts. TENUTA SETTE PONTI ORENO TOSCANA IGT 2010 (3) Tuscany u. 3 x bn. 7 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
")& TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2010 Tuscany u. 3 x vts. Celebrating the 25th Anniversary 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
")' MICHELE CHIARLO BAROLO CEREQUIO 2009 (5) Piedmont u. 3 x bn. 2 x vts. ALESSANDRO E GIAN NATALE FANTINO BAROLO BUSSIA CASCINA DARDI 2010 (4) Piedmont u. 4 x bn. 9 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
")( CAVALLOTTO BAROLO RISERVA VIGNOLO 2009 (3) Piedmont 3 x marked & wrinkled labels. 2 x scraped labels. PUNSET BARBARESCO RISERVA 2004 (2) Piedmont u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 2 x marked labels. PECCHENINO BAROLO LE COSTE 2009 (5) Piedmont 2 x scraped labels. 10 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
")) CORDERO DI MONTEZEMOLO BAROLO MONFALLETTO 2011 Piedmont u. 10 x 1 cm. 2 x scraped labels. 10 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#** FRATELLI BROVIA BAROLO CA’MIA 2005 (4) Piedmont 1 x scraped label. 2 x scuffed labels. FRATELLI BROVIA BAROLO ROCCHE 2005 (6) Piedmont 10 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
#*! GIACOMO BREZZA E FIGLI BAROLO BRICCO SARMASSA 2007 (4) Piedmont u. 4 x bn. 2 x marked labels. GIOVANNI ROSSO BAROLO SERRALUNGA D’ALBA 2011 (5) Piedmont u. 5 x 1 cm. 1 marked label. 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#*" PAOLO SCAVINO BAROLO BRIC DËL FIASC 2005 Piedmont u. 5 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 5 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#*# PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO BARBARESCO RISERVA ASILI 2013 Piedmont 1 x wrinkled label. 1 x marked label. Here is a wine with a long and promising future ahead. The 2013 Barbaresco Riserva Asili is a Nebbiolo that boasts the tannic tightness, acidity and compact fruit flavors you look for when assessing a wine’s potential for cellar longevity. This vintage delivers encouraging results on all fronts. The mouthfeel is firm, compact and ready to loosen with time. The bouquet is both generous and dramatic with dark fruit followed by spice, smoke and an a"ractive mineral footprint. The finish is dry and almost salty, thanks to those lingering tones of brimstone and pencil shaving. The 2013 growing season saw a late harvest, and this helped to achieve full tannic and flavor ripeness. June 2018 Drink: 2022-2045 WA 96 5 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#*$ PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO BARBARESCO RISERVA MUNCAGOTA 2011 Piedmont 5 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#*% PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO BARBARESCO RISERVA PAJÈ 2013 Piedmont 3 x marked labels. 5 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#*& PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO BARBARESCO RISERVA PORA 2011 Piedmont 1 x scraped label. 1 x marked label. 5 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#*' PRODUTTORI DEL BARBARESCO BARBARESCO RISERVA RABAJA 2013 Piedmont 1 x wrinkled label. 5 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#*( FERREIRA PORTO VINTAGE 1997 Douro, Portugal stained label. 1 bt.
per lot $200 - $400
#*) CORNERSTONE CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON BEATTY RANCH 1997 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scraped label. DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. The 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain is unlike any wine I have ever tasted from Dunn. Layer a#er layer of flavor saturates the palate in this opulent, full-thro"le Cabernet Sauvignon. The 2007 possesses dazzling textural richness, depth and sheer intensity. Purists may prefer more structured vintages, but for a producer known for such slow maturing wines, the 2007 is a huge pleasure to taste today. Anticipated maturity: 20172037. WA 97 FAR NIENTE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CHALK HILL ESTATE RED 2009 (1) Sonoma County u. bn. marked label. 4 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#!* LA DAME DE MALESCOT 2005 (1) Margaux u. bn. CHÂTEAU BEAU-SÉJOUR BÉCOT 1995 (2) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 2 x ts. 2 x stained & scraped labels. 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
#!! CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE 1998 (1) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1.5 cm. marked label. WA 93 CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE 2006 (1) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 cm. marked label. CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE 2007 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x marked label. CHÂTEAU DE BEAUCASTEL CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE 2008 (1) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 cm. marked label. View website for full catalogue details 5 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#!" CARRUADES DE LAFITE 1999 (1) Pauillac u. bn. CARRUADES DE LAFITE 2000 (2) Pauillac u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 1 x marked label. CARRUADES DE LAFITE 2001 (2) Pauillac u. 2 x bn. 1 x scraped label. 5 bts.
per lot $1,600 - $1,800
#!# CHÂTEAU CLERC MILON 2003 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé marked & wrinkled label. CHÂTEAU D’ARMAILHAC 2003 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. scraped & marked label. scuffed label. CHÂTEAU D’ARMAILHAC 2010 (3) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 5 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#!$ CHÂTEAU CLERC MILON 2007 (3) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 1 x vts. CHÂTEAU D’ARMAILHAC 2005 (3) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#!% CHÂTEAU LYNCH-BAGES 2005 Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 1 x scuffed label. 3 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#!& CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2005 Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x scuffed labels. The palate is medium-bodied, but dense and structured—certainly a more masculine PontetCanet built for long-term ageing. Yet it retains marvelous freshness and vitality all the way through to the pencil-lead, quite saline finish. I suspect that the 2009 Pontet-Canet is more approachable than the 2005, so heeding Robert Parker’s sage advice, afford this up to ten years in your cellar and then reap the rewards of patience. Tasted February 2016. Drink 2025-2050 WS 96 WA 97 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#!' CHÂTEAU BRANE-CANTENAC 2005 (3) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x stained labels. A sexy, style of wine from the Lurtons at BraneCantenac, this wine (a blend of 51% Cabernet Sauvignon, 41% Merlot and the rest Cabernet Franc) has a stunning nose of forest floor, licorice, blackcurrants, plums and spring flowers. So# tannin, full-bodied opulence and beautifully textured, lush richness, make for a brilliant wine from this large, 180-acre vineyard. In spite of the wine’s stunning forward fragrance and lushness, the color still looks as if it is 3-4 years old, rather than a decade. This is a big-time winner in 2005 and should drink well for at least another 25+ years. Drink: 2014-2029 WS 92 WA 95 CHÂTEAU PALMER 2003 (1) Margaux, 3ième Cru Classé u. vts. scraped label. 4 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
#!( PAVILLON ROUGE DU CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2001 Margaux u. 1 x bn. 1 x scraped & wrinkled label. 1 x scraped plastic seal. 3 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#!) CHÂTEAU BATAILLEY 2003 (3) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x scraped labels. CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2003 (3) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#"* CHÂTEAU CLERC MILON 1998 (2) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé 2 x scuffed labels. CHÂTEAU D’ARMAILHAC 1999 (3) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 1995 (1) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé u. bn. scraped & marked label. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#"! CHÂTEAU HAUT-BAILLY 2006 Pessac-Léognan, Grand Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 3 x marked labels. WA 93 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
#"" CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2004 (2) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2006 (3) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé 5 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#"# CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2005 (2) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé CHÂTEAU SMITH HAUT LAFITTE 2010 (3) Pessac-Léognan, Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. 1 x scraped label. View website for full catalogue details 5 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#"$ CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2000 (3) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. Tasted from an ex-château bo"le at BI Wine & Spirits Calon-Segur dinner in London. The 2000 Calon Segur is one of those wines that reminds you how great the millennial vintage could be. Now at fi#een years old, it has a brilliant, vivacious red berry nose infused with ash and cigar box aromas. The detail here is a beguiling and it just “sings” Saint Estèphe. The palate is mediumbodied with dense, firm tannin that provide a rigid backbone, but it is swathed in copious tobaccodrenched black fruit and a superb line of acidity. It finishes with a twist of bi"er cherry on the finish that completes what is a deeply impressive CalonSégur; it might just outclass the 2005. Tasted March 2015. Drink: 2018-2050 WA 94 CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2004 (3) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#"% CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2005 (3) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x scraped label. The palate is very intense and disarmingly youthful, almost ferrous on the entry with layers of ripe black fruit that segue into an earthy finish (with a curious light tang of Marmite on the a#ertaste!). It is a fabulous Calon Ségur, though the millennial wine might ultimately possess greater precision. We will see. Tasted March 2015. Drink: 2020-2050 WA 94 CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2005 (1 mag.) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. vts. scuffed label. The palate is very intense and disarmingly youthful, almost ferrous on the entry with layers of ripe black fruit that segue into an earthy finish (with a curious light tang of Marmite on the a#ertaste!). It is a fabulous Calon Ségur, though the millennial wine might ultimately possess greater precision. We will see. Tasted March 2015. Drink: 2020-2050 WA 94 3 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#"& CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2006 (3) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2007 (3) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
#"' CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2009 (3) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 1 x vts. The 2009 Calon-Ségur is deep garnet in color and opens with a beautiful fragrance of redcurrant preserves, cassis, black cherry compote and red roses plus nuances of cigar box and cinnamon stick. Medium-bodied and wonderfully elegant in the mouth, it has a compelling line of very ripe, fine-grained tannins and oodles of freshness supporting the fragrant layers, finishing long and perfumed. May 2019 Drink: 2020-2049 WA 96 CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2009 (1 mag.) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. vts. The 2009 Calon-Ségur is deep garnet in color and opens with a beautiful fragrance of redcurrant preserves, cassis, black cherry compote and red roses plus nuances of cigar box and cinnamon stick. Medium-bodied and wonderfully elegant in the mouth, it has a compelling line of very ripe, fine-grained tannins and oodles of freshness supporting the fragrant layers, finishing long and perfumed. May 2019 Drink: 2020-2049 WA 96 3 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#"( CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2010 Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. The 2010 is performing well. With Cabernet Sauvignon dominating the blend, the wine has a dense plum/purple color along with notes of underbrush, black currants, plum, licorice, smoky charcuterie and some roasted herbs in the background. Full-bodied, moderately tannic and set for an extremely long life, this will not be a wine to please those looking for immediate gratification. Rather, I would suspect this wine will close down even further in bo"le and, despite its full-bodied, powerful, massive size, it will need at least a decade of cellaring before it is accessible. This is another 2010 capable of lasting 35-50 years. February 2013 Drink: 2013-2063 WA 94+ JS 96 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#") CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 2000 (2) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 2001 (2) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. 2 x bn. 1 x scraped & marked label. CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 2005 (2) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. 2 x bn. CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 2005 (1 mag.) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. bn. CHÂTEAU HAUT-MARBUZET 2006 (2) Saint-Estèphe, Cru Bourgeois Exceptionnel u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. 8 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $600 - $800
##* CHÂTEAU LAFON-ROCHET 2005 (1 mag.) Saint-Estèphe, 4ième Cru Classé u. vts. CHÂTEAU MONTROSE 2005 (1 mag.) Saint-Estèphe, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. marked label. scuffed capsule. The bouquet is extremely detailed, displaying more red berry fruit compared to the 2010 Montrose that leans towards black. Graphite and cedar emerge with time, even an unusual floral scent that is uncommon with respect to this property, whilst all the time retaining fantastic focus and delineation. The palate is mediumbodied with a ferrous tincture on the entry. There are the first signs of secondary notes (dried leaves and bay leaf), but it is the tannic backbone and the precision that really defines this Montrose at the moment. Tasted June 2016. Drink: 2025-2065 WA 97 2 mags.
per lot $600 - $800
##! CHÂTEAU BELGRAVE 2005 (1 mag.) Haut-Médoc u. vts. CHÂTEAU BRANAIRE-DUCRU 2005 (3) Saint-Julien, 4ième Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. CHÂTEAU BRANAIRE-DUCRU 2005 (1 mag.) Saint-Julien, 4ième Cru Classé u. vts. marked label. 3 bts. & 2 mags.
per lot $700 - $900
##" CHÂTEAU BRANAIRE-DUCRU 2006 (3) Saint-Julien, 4ième Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. 3 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU BRANAIRE-DUCRU 2009 (1 mag.) Saint-Julien, 4ième Cru Classé u. vts. scraped capsule. March 2019 Drink: 2020-2040 WS 93 WA 94+ 3 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $300 - $500
### CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2001 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. scuffed label. CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2003 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé scraped label. WA 94 CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2005 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé marked label. View website for full catalogue details 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
##$ CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 1999 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé 3 x scraped labels. CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2003 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. scraped label. CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2004 (2) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
##% CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2000 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 3 x scraped labels. A very strong effort for Gruaud Larose, possibly eclipsed by what they have done in 2009, this is a pure, full-bodied Gruaud Larose with plenty of new saddle leather, cedar wood, black currants, cherries, licorice, and Provencal herbs. Spicy, earthy, full-bodied, and rich, it has hit its plateau of full maturity, where it should stay for another 20 or more years. June 2010 WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
##& CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2006 (2) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2010 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. WA 93+ 5 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
##' CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2008 (OWC) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé 1 5 ltr.
per lot $700 - $900
##( CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2008 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 4 x bn. 1 x wrinkled label. 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
##) CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2009 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. CHÂTEAU GRUAUD LAROSE 2009 (1 mag.) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. 3 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#$* CHÂTEAU LANGOA BARTON 2000 (3) Saint-Julien, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. 1 x raised cork. CHÂTEAU LANGOA BARTON 2003 (3) Saint-Julien, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. CHÂTEAU LANGOA BARTON 2005 (1) Saint-Julien, 3ième Cru Classé u. vts. 7 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#$! CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2000 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2003 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. scuffed label. CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2004 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x vts. View website for full catalogue details 5 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#$" CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2010 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. A superstar of the vintage, the wine has notes of pen ink and creme de cassis, good acidity, sweet, subtle oak, and massive extraction and concentration. I thought it was one of the most backward wines of the vintage two years ago, and nothing has changed in the ensuing upbringing of the wine in cask except that the wine now seems even richer, denser and fuller than I previously thought. The beautiful purity, symmetry, and huge finish of nearly a minute make this one of the all-time great classics from Leoville Barton. Anticipated maturity: 2028-2065+. February 2013 Drink: 2028-2065 WA 96+ 3 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#$# CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2000 (2) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x vts. 2 x marked labels. The plushest, most ostentatious and dramatic of all the Leovilles in 2000, this wine is already sumptuous, displaying some nuances in its huge nose of vanilla bean, black chocolate, jammy black cherries, cassis, and graphite in a flamboyant style. Opulent, savory, rich, and full-bodied, it is a headturning, prodigious wine and a complete contrast to the extracted behemoth of Leoville Barton and the backward, classic Leoville Las Cases. The Poyferre’s low acidity, sweet tannin and an already gorgeous mouthfeel make it a wine to drink now as well as over the next 25 or more years. June 2010 WA 97 CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2009 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 3 x marked labels. A soaring bouquet of creme de cassis, charcoal, graphite and spring flowers is followed by a superconcentrated wine with silky tannins, stunning amounts of glycerin, a voluptuous, multilayered mouthfeel and nearly 14% natural alcohol. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2040. WA 100 5 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
#$$ CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2001 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 3 x marked labels. CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2006 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2007 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. CHÂTEAU TALBOT 1996 (1) Saint-Julien, 4ième Cru Classé u. bn. scraped label. 10 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
#$% CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2005 (3) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2005 (1 mag.) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. scraped & marked label. 3 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#$& CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2010 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 2 x marked labels. The wine out distances both Leoville Las Cases and Leoville Barton, but all three of them are compelling efforts. Full-bodied, dense purple in color, with floral notes intermixed with blackberries, cassis, graphite and spring flowers, this full-bodied, legendary effort is long and opulent, with wonderfully abundant yet sweet tannin, a skyscraper-like mid-palate and a thrilling, nearly one-minute finish. This spectacular effort from Poyferre that should drink well for 30+ years. February 2013 WA 98+ 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#$' CHÂTEAU CLINET 2008 (3) Pomerol u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. Another powerful, big, large-scaled effort, the 2008 exhibits an inky/purple color as well as sweet creme de cassis, blackberry, plum, Asian spice, licorice and incense notes. Layered and full-bodied with stunning purity and a 40+ second finish, this beauty needs 3-5 years of bo"le age and should keep for 25-30 years. May 2011 WA 94+ CHÂTEAU CLINET 2008 (1 mag.) Pomerol u. bn. Another powerful, big, large-scaled effort, the 2008 exhibits an inky/purple color as well as sweet creme de cassis, blackberry, plum, Asian spice, licorice and incense notes. Layered and full-bodied with stunning purity and a 40+ second finish, this beauty needs 3-5 years of bo"le age and should keep for 25-30 years. May 2011 WA 94+ 3 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $600 - $800
#$( CHÂTEAU L’EGLISE-CLINET 2005 (1) Pomerol u. vts. scraped label. CHÂTEAU LE BON PASTEUR 2005 (3) Pomerol u. 2 x bn. 1 x vts. 1 marked label. CHÂTEAU LE GAY 2005 (1) Pomerol u. bn. scraped label. View website for full catalogue details 5 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
#$) CHÂTEAU LA CROIX DU CASSE 1998 (1) Pomerol u. bn. marked label. CHÂTEAU LA CROIX ST. GEORGES 2007 (6) Pomerol u. 6 x bn. 1 x scraped label. CHÂTEAU ROUGET 1998 (1) Pomerol u. bn. marked & stained label. 8 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#%* CHÂTEAU ANGÉLUS 2006 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. vts. The palate is medium-bodied with a smooth, slightly toasty entry. The acidity is quite low compared to other 2006 Saint Emilions, but there is harmony here and the tannins seem very fine. There is real density on the finish, although I was just seeking a li"le more delineation to come through. Give this another two or three years in bo"le. Tasted January 2016. WA 94 CHÂTEAU PAVIE MACQUIN 2004 (3) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B 2 x bn. 1 x vts. CHÂTEAU PAVIE MACQUIN 2007 (6) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. 1 x bn. 5 x vts. 1 x scraped label. CLOS DES JACOBINS 2005 (2) Saint-Émilion u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 12 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
#%! CHÂTEAU LYNCH-BAGES 2010 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. scuffed & marked label. CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2005 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. scraped & marked label. CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2009 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. bn. scraped & marked label. CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2010 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé scraped & marked label. CHÂTEAU COS D’ESTOURNEL 2010 (1) Saint-Estèphe, 2ième Cru Classé u. vts. View website for full catalogue details 5 bts.
per lot $1,600 - $1,800
#%" CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2005 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé scraped label. CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2008 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé marked label. CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2009 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé marked label. CHÂTEAU DUCRU-BEAUCAILLOU 2010 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé View website for full catalogue details 4 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
#%# CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2006 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked & scuffed label. Tasted at Bordeaux Index’s annual 10-Year On tasting in London and then blind at Farr Vintners horizontal, the 2006 Château Léoville Las-Cases has a very complex bouquet with heady scents of blackcurrant, kirsch, crushed violets, rock salt and just a hint of cassis. It is backward and can barely contain its energy. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, very symmetrical and poised, a fine line of acidity interwoven through the black fruit, touches of citrus fruit developing towards the poised and tensile finish. This is a beautiful wine from Jean-Hubert Delon, but it needs several years in bo"le. May 2016 WS 95 WA 96 CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2008 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked & scuffed label. WA 93+ 2 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#%$ CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2009 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. Medium to deep garnet colored, the 2009 Léoville Las Cases rocks up with a drop-dead gorgeous nose of baked blackberries, warm plums and crème de cassis with suggestions of violets, rose hip tea, dark chocolate, menthol and sandalwood. Full-bodied, rich, concentrated and decadent in the mouth, it has super ripe, fine-grained tannins and seamless freshness, finishing very long and exotic. March 2019 Drink:2020-2059 WA 99 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#%% CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE LAS CASES 2010 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 1 x stained label. The 2010 is a quintessentially elegant, classic wine of Bordeaux – firm, rigid, perhaps slightly lighter than most of the other St.-Juliens, but stylish, potentially complex, and reminiscent of the style of the 1986, but more concentrated and powerful. It is a blend of 82% Cabernet Sauvignon, 10% Merlot and 8% Cabernet Franc with a normal pH of 3.56. It was raised in 75% new oak and the alcohol came to 13.7%. This wine displays loads of black currants, cedar wood and vanillin, but needs a good 7-8 years of cellaring, if not much longer. It should last for 30+ years. February 2013 Drink: 2020-2050 WA 96+ 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#%& CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE POYFERRÉ 2010 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. marked label. The wine out distances both Leoville Las Cases and Leoville Barton, but all three of them are compelling efforts. Full-bodied, dense purple in color, with floral notes intermixed with blackberries, cassis, graphite and spring flowers, this full-bodied, legendary effort is long and opulent, with wonderfully abundant yet sweet tannin, a skyscraper-like mid-palate and a thrilling, nearly one-minute finish. This spectacular effort from Poyferre that should drink well for 30+ years. February 2013 WA 98+ 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#%' L’EGLISE CLINET 2006 (1) Pomerol u. bn. stained & marked label. L’EGLISE CLINET 2008 (1) Pomerol u. bn. 2 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#%( BOUCHARD PÈRE & FILS CHAMBERTINCLOS DE BÈZE 2012 (2) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru u. 1 x 1 cm. LUCIEN LE MOINE CHAMBERTIN CLOS DE LA ROCHE 2007 (1) Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru wrinkled label. wrinkled and cut capsule. 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#%) CROFT PORTO VINTAGE 2011 (1) Douro, Portugal marked label. FONSECA PORTO VINTAGE 2011 (1) Douro, Portugal scuffed label. The Fonseca 2011 is typically more forthcoming on the nose compared to the bashful Cro#: a strident bouquet with li#ed scents of freshly picked blackberries, kirsch, crushed stone and a dash of Hoi Sin and oyster sauce. It is very well-defined, very focused and direct. The palate is silky smooth with not a rough edge in sight, though not a typically voluptuous Fonseca because of the keen thread of acidity and the structure that lends this mighty Port wonderful backbone. A slight viscosity on the finish lacquers the tongue and indicates a core of sweet fruit is ticking away underneath that will surely explode several years a#er bo"ling. A tincture of salted licorice on the a#ertaste is very a"ractive. This will turn out to become an outstanding Fonseca, the growing season taming its exuberance with spectacular results. So much potential, but just 6,000 cases were produced. Tasted May 2013. WA (97-98) 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
#&* TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2006 (1) Tuscany u. vts. peeling label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2007 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2008 (1) Tuscany u. vts. scraped label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2009 (1) Tuscany u. bn. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2010 (1) Tuscany u. vts. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA L`INFINITO 2011 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA L`INCANTO 2012 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked & scraped label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA L`ELEGANZA 2013 (1) Tuscany u. bn. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA L`ESSENZA 2014 (1) Tuscany u. bn. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA IL CARISMA 2015 (1) Tuscany u. bn. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA LA TENSIONE 2016 (1) Tuscany u. bn. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA VENDEMMIA D`ARTISTA ORNELLAIA SOLARE 2017 (1) Tuscany u. bn.
View website for full catalogue details 12 bts.
per lot $2,800 - $3,400
#&! TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2015 (OWC) Tuscany The wine is absolutely teeming with sensorial spirit that is transmi"ed through the bounty of the bouquet and the solid tannins of the mouthfeel. Nothing about the wine goes unnoticed or unchecked. Its many working pieces fit together with precision like a well-oiled machine. The 2015 vintage is characterized by a level of sheer exuberance that also defined the 2004 and 2007 vintages. Yet, it also reveals similar power, directness and linearity that we saw in the 2010 vintage. The 2015 Masseto takes the best of all those past vintages and confines those qualities to this single, spectacular bo"le. September 2018 Drink: 2020-2050 WA 100 3 bts.
per lot $2,300 - $2,600
#&" TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA MASSETO TOSCANA IGT 2016 Tuscany There is no overstating the sheer power and richness of this iconic vintage of Italy’s groundbreaking Merlot. Despite that considerable mass, this Masseto remains delicate and graceful. You gain be"er perspective as the wine opens in the glass and reveals deeper layers that were not immediately apparent on first nose: dark fruit, spice, sweet tobacco and black cherry. There is great tightness and laser focus to the fruit. I tasted the 2016 and 2015 vintages together for comparison when I scored this wine, and then I tasted this 2016 edition alone about a month later to confirm my impressions. These vintages are identical twins, two perfect wines. April 2019 Drink: 2022-2050 WA 100 3 bts.
per lot $2,800 - $3,000
#&# TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2008 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2009 (1) Tuscany marked label. TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2010 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2011 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2012 (1) Tuscany u. bn. TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2013 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. View webstie for full catalogue details 6 bts.
per lot $2,200 - $2,400
#&$ TENUTA GUADO AL TASSO (ANTINORI) BOLGHERI SUPERIORE 2007 (1) Tuscany u. vts. marked label. TENUTA GUADO AL TASSO (ANTINORI) BOLGHERI SUPERIORE 2009 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. TENUTA GUADO AL TASSO (ANTINORI) BOLGHERI SUPERIORE 2010 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. 4 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
#&% MARCHESI ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2013 Tuscany u. 3 x bn. 1 x scraped label. 1 x peeling label. The 2013 Tignanello represents the beginning of a new chapter for Italy’s ultimate game-changer wine. The blend remains 80% Sangiovese with 15% Cabernet Sauvignon and 5% Cabernet Franc but Renzo Cotarella tells me “stylistically-speaking, this is what we wanted to achieve.” The winemaking formula remains the same, but one of the major differences and benefits to this wine is vineyard age. The celebrated Tignanello single vineyard is now reaching 15 years old. In other words, it is in its production prime. This is a harmonious and beautifully integrated wine that reveals black fruit and baking spice. I’m told the 2014 Tignanello will have a greater percentage of Cabernet Sauvignon and the 2015 vintage will have more Sangiovese. December 2016 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#&& FONTODI FLACCIANELLO DELLA PIEVE 2011 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. FONTODI FLACCIANELLO DELLA PIEVE 2012 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. Whereas the 2011 vintage is overtly ripe, the 2012 Flaccianello della Pieve is slightly more evolved. Instead of sweet ripeness, you get savory ripeness with dried fruit, prune, black licorice, balsam herb, rosemary essence and scorched earth. The 2012 season produced fewer flowers, and yields in this vintage were naturally reduced as a result. Like 2011, however, this vintage saw an early harvest thanks to hot and dry conditions during the summer that increased the speed of ripening. This edition reveals more thickness and dense concentration as well, something you notice in the intensity of the mouthfeel and the firmness of the wine’s tannic structure. June 2019 Drink: 2019-2033 WA 94+ FONTODI FLACCIANELLO DELLA PIEVE 2014 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. 6 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#&' CAPARZO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 (1) Tuscany scuffed label. DONATELLA CINELLI COLOMBINI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 (1) Tuscany u. vts. A firm and fresh red with lots of lemon, dried fruit and generosity. Full and firm yet bright and lively. A fun combination of structure and bright fruit to this. Drink or hold. February 2016 jamessuckling.com Only 416 cases made. JS 94 FATTORIA DEI BARBI (COLOMBINI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scuffed label. E. FULIGNI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 2010 (1) Tuscany SAN POLINO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 (1) Tuscany 5 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#&( CAVALLOTTO BAROLO BRICCO BOSCHIS 2001 Piedmont 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#&) PAVILLON ROUGE DU CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2003 (1) Margaux u. bn. marked label. PAVILLON ROUGE DU CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2005 (2) Margaux u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 3 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#'* CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 2008 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. This blend of 83% Cabernet Sauvignon, 13% Merlot and 4% Cabernet Franc offers aromas of high quality unsmoked cigar tobacco, lead pencil shavings, creme de cassis, earth, cedar and asphalt. Full, rich and stunningly concentrated, I doubt it is inferior to the 2010, just more classic as well as slightly more forward and a degree weaker in alcoholic potency (12.5% versus 13.5%). The 2008 should be relatively drinkable in 6-10 years as it is already showing remarkable complexity and breed, and will last for 30-35 years...at the minimum. May 2011 WA 98 3 bts.
per lot $3,000 - $3,500
#'! CHÂTEAU PAVIE 2002 Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x scraped label. WA 93 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#'" CHÂTEAU CERTAN DE MAY 2010 (3) Pomerol u. 3 x bn. 1 x scraped label. CHÂTEAU GAZIN 2009 (3) Pomerol u. 1 x bn. 2 x vts. 2 x marked & scraped labels. A big, powerful, masculine Pomerol with a style not dissimilar from Le Gay, the dense purple-colored 2009 Gazin exhibits black currant, black cherry liqueur, coffee, roasted herb, an exotic Asian spice component, vanillin, creme caramel and toasty oak in its aromatics and flavors. From a vineyard near Petrus, Le Gay and La Fleur Petrus, it is full-bodied with licorice, earth, truffle and creme de cassis in the mouth. Give this powerful, backward 2009 an additional 6-8 years of cellaring and drink it over the following three decades. December 2011 Drink: 2018-2048 WA 96 JS 95 CHÂTEAU LA CONSEILLANTE 2004 (2) Pomerol u. 2 x bn. 2 x marked labels. 8 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#'# VIEUX CHÂTEAU CERTAN 2011 (3) Pomerol u. 3 x bn. VIEUX CHÂTEAU CERTAN 2012 (3) Pomerol u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. Tasted blind at the Southwold Bordeaux tasting. The 2012 Vieux Château Certan has a potent, smoke, cooked meat, Cabernet Francscented bouquet that is beautifully defined— quintessentially Pomerol. You want typicité? Come right here. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin, quite gentle as it sashays across the mouth. The acidity is very well judged and leads to an elegant tobacco tinged finish. Alexandre and Guillaume Thienpont have produced one of the finest wines of the Right Bank in 2012, one that is up there with the greats. Tasted January 2016. Drink: 2020-2045 WA 95 6 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#'$ VIEUX CHÂTEAU CERTAN 2015 Pomerol u. 3 x bn. 2 x marked & scraped labels. The 2015 Vieux Château Certan is a blend of 80% Merlot,, 19% Cabernet Franc and 1% Cabernet Sauvignon, cropped between September 17 and October 2 at 42 hectoliters per hectare. The IPT is healthy 83 and the pH is 3.72, the alcohol 14.6%. Enough statistics. What you need to know is that it is a beguiling Pomerol that will set hearts aflu"er. It is bridled with a heavenly bouquet with intense red and black fruit, black truffle and a touch of smoke, opening wonderfully in the glass; the Cabernet Franc is very expressive and imparting a licorice note a#er ten minutes. The palate is medium-bodied with intensity, with a killer line of acidity that imparts freshness from the very start. There is life-affirming tension interwoven throughout this extremely complex wine from Alexandre and Guillaume Thienpont. There are layers, more like a mille-feuille of blackberry, boysenberry, mineral, truffle and a touch of spice towards the finish, just a touch of warmth from the alcohol that merely complements an extraordinary and profound Pomerol. April 2016 Drink: 20252060 WA (98-100) JS 100 3 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
#'% CHÂTEAU MONBOUSQUET 2015 (3) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. 3 x 1 cm. 1 x marked label. CHÂTEAU VALANDRAUD 2015 (3) Saint-Émilion, Premier Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. 1 x scraped label. The 2015 Valandraud is medium to deep garnetpurple in color with a profound nose of baked cherries, warm black plums, blueberry preserves and smoked meats with tilled earth, mocha, Indian spices and dried herbs nuances plus a touch of licorice. The mouth is big, full-bodied and powerful with notable, velvety tannins and it is packed with savory and spice flavor layers, finishing with epic length. This big-boned, voluptuous, Rubenesque beauty will blow hedonists’ minds! February 2018 Drink: 2021-2040 WA 96+ 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
#'& CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2011 (2) Margaux, 1er Cru Classé 1 x marked label. WA 93 CHÂTEAU MARGAUX 2014 (1) Margaux, 1er Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. Affording the glass five to ten minutes to open, the aromatics are very similar to those expressed out of barrel, those dark cherries and violets, tightly wound at first but unfurling beautifully and seemingly with each swirl of the glass. The palate is medium-bodied with very fine tannin and it appears to have fomented a li"le more finesse during its élevage. There is wonderful mineral tension and dash of spiciness on the persistent finish. There remains some tightness here, the implication that this is a Château Margaux determined to give long-term pleasure. Therefore, do not be afraid to give it a decade in the cellar. March 2017 Drink: 2024-2050 WA 95 3 bts.
per lot $1,600 - $1,800
#'' CHÂTEAU PALMER 2006 Margaux, 3ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. Tasted at Bordeaux Index’s annual 10-Year On tasting in London. The 2006 Château Palmer was wonderful out of barrel ten years ago and now in bo"le, it fulfills its promise with a stunning, precise bouquet of maraschino, iodine, cassis and tobacco scents that seem a few years younger than its Margaux peers. The palate is medium-bodied with fine tannin that cloak its sweet core of cassis and blackcurrant fruit. However, what is so striking is the fineness of the tannin and just how well that oak is subsumed into the fabric of the wine. This is a long-term proposition: a great Margaux from Thomas Duroux. Tasted January 2016. Drink: 20182040 WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
#'( CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 2014 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. 1 x scraped label. The 2014 Mouton-Rothschild was closed at first when I tasted the wine in bo"le with winemaker Philippe Dhalluin. But as it transpires, this First Growth is just toying with you. Initially quite understated, it responds to aeration like a young child peeking from around a corner and then running out, waving its hands. It suddenly hits you with gorgeous black cherries, bilberry, cedar and wilted rose petal. The palate is mediumbodied with a silky smooth entry. This is u"erly seductive: a wine without a hair out of place. It is not as powerful or as complex as the 2015 Mouton-Rothschild, yet the precision and focus here is beguiling. It will require five to seven years to absorb the 100% new oak, then it will be an u"erly delicious and to use a term employed at en primeur, “cerebral” First Growth that is destined to give two or three decades of pleasure. March 2017 Drink: 2022-2060 WA 95 3 bts.
per lot $1,600 - $1,800
#') CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2008 Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x marked labels. A candidate for the “wine of the vintage,” Pontet Canet’s 2008 boasts an opaque purple color as well as copious aromas of sweet blueberries, blackberries and black currant fruit intertwined with lead pencil shavings, subtle barbecue smoke and a hint of forest floor. Full-bodied, with fabulous richness, texture and tremendous freshness, this first-growth-like effort is more developed than the uber-powerful 2010. Give it 5-8 years of cellaring and drink it over the following three decades. Bravo! Drink: 2016-2046 May 2011 WA 96 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#(* CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 2009 Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 3 x bn. 3 x scraped & marked labels. An amazing wine in every sense, this classic, full-bodied Pauillac is the quintessential Pontet Canet from proprietor Alfred Tesseron, who continues to reduce yields and farms his vineyards biodynamically – a rarity in Bordeaux. Black as a moonless night, the 2009 Pontet Canet offers up notes of incense, graphite, smoke, licorice, creme de cassis and blackberries. A wine of irrefutable purity, laser-like precision, colossal weight and richness, and sensational freshness, this is a tour de force in winemaking that is capable of lasting 50 or more years. The tannins are elevated, but they are sweet and beautifully integrated as are the acidity, wood and alcohol (which must be in excess of 14%). This vineyard, which is situated on the high plateau of Pauillac adjacent to Mouton Rothschild, appears to have done everything perfectly in 2009. Maturity: 2025-2075 WA 100 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#(! CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION 2004 Pessac-Léognan, Grand Cru Classé u. 2 x vts. 2 x marked labels. 2 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#(" CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2006 Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x bn. 3 x vts. 1 x marked label. 3 x scraped labels. 4 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
#(# E. GUIGAL CÔTE-RÔTIE LA TURQUE 2012 (1) Rhône u. 1 cm. scraped label. Similar to the La Mouline with its forward, incredibly sexy style, the 2012 Côte Rôtie La Turque (there’s 7% Viognier in the blend) offers a saturated purple color to go with meaty, smoky notes of cassis, cured meats, chocolate and roasted herbs. It’s a big mouthful of a wine, with full-bodied richness and a stacked mid-palate, but it has a seamless, weightless texture, perfectly ripe tannin and a blockbuster finish. I’d happily drink a glass today, but it should be at its finest from 20202046. December 2016 WA 98 M. CHAPOUTIER ERMITAGE ROUGE LE MÉAL 2011 (2) Rhône u. 2 x 2 cm. 2 x scuffed labels. M. CHAPOUTIER ERMITAGE LE PAVILLON 2012 (1) Rhône u. 2 cm. scuffed label. 4 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#($ POGGIO ANTICO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA 2012 Tuscany 1 x scraped label. 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
#(% BODEGAS VEGA-SICILIA RIBERA DEL DUERO ÚNICO 2005 Ribera del Duero, Spain u. bn. wrinkled & marked label. It’s mostly Tempranillo with some 6% Cabernet Sauvignon, fermented with indigenous yeasts in oak vats and aged for almost six years in 225-liter French and American oak barrels and 20,000-liter oak vats. The extra time in bo"le has helped the wine to develop its bouquet, and it feels very aromatic and open, with the classical Vega Sicilia perfume of yesteryear, earthy, leafy and spicy, even if they wine was kept because of its power. It’s still powerful, but at the same time it’s elegant and has a polished mouthfeel and fine-grained tannins. February 2017 WA 96 1 bt.
per lot $400 - $600
#(& JOSEPH PHELPS VINEYARDS INSIGNIA 2013 (1 mag.) Napa Valley u. bn. There were 12,300 cases produced in 2013, and this vintage of Insignia is certainly going to turn out to be one of the great ones. The wine offers a stunning inky blue/purple color, a gorgeous nose of blueberry and blackberry liqueur, pen ink, graphite, new saddle leather and barrique. The wine has fabulous concentration, a full-bodied, multi-layered mouthfeel, and tremendous finish with moderate tannin. October 2016 Drink: 2021-2071 WA 98+ SHAFER CABERNET SAUVIGNON HILLSIDE SELECT 2013 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 1 x scraped label. Fabulous potential of 30-50 years is evident in this profound bo"le of Cabernet Sauvignon that is inky blue/black to the rim and offers up notes of charcoal embers, scorched earth, blackberries, cassis, blueberries, a hint of coffee, and background barrique smells. Massively concentrated but incredibly elegant and poised, this is a wine of great energy and vibrancy. It is fabulously deep, built like a skyscraper, and set for an incredibly long life. October 2016 Drink: 20202070 WA 98+ 2 bts. & 1 mag.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#(' PROMONTORY RED WINE 2013 Napa Valley u. bn. It is simply richer and fuller, with greater integration of tannin, and tastes spectacular. With an opaque, dense purple color and notes of graphite, wet rocks, blackberry and blueberry fruit, some charcoal, and again, loads of spice and loamy soil nuances, the wine has great intensity, a full-bodied texture, and finely grained, sweet tannin. This is a stunner and again, accessible, but its best days are probably a good decade away, as this could very well turn out to be a 40- to 50-year wine. October 2016 Drink: 2016-2066 WA 99 1 bt.
per lot $800 - $1,000
#(( PETER MICHAEL LES PAVOTS 2013 Sonoma Valley u. 3 x bn. The 2013 Cabernet Sauvignon Les Pavots, which is their proprietary red wine blend from Knights Valley, is a killer effort, and one of their all-time greats, ranking right up there with the 2007 or 1997. A blend of 69% Cabernet Sauvignon, 21% Cabernet Franc and the rest Merlot and Petit Verdot, there are 3,600 cases of it. The wine displays plenty of mocha, chocolate, blackberry, creosote and charcoal in an incredibly complex fragrance. Full-bodied and opulent, it shows, loads of tannin, a hint of unsmoked cigar tobacco and plenty of black and blue fruits. Opaque purple to the rim, this wine is in need of a good 5-6 years of cellaring and certainly has 30-40 years of life in it. December 2015 Drink: 2020-2060 WA 98+ 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#() LEEUWIN ESTATE CHARDONNAY ART SERIES 2011 (2) Margaret River, Australia 2 x marked labels. LEEUWIN ESTATE CHARDONNAY ART SERIES 2012 (2) Margaret River, Australia 2 x marked labels. LEEUWIN ESTATE CHARDONNAY ART SERIES 2013 (2) Margaret River, Australia 1 x marked label. 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
#)* PENFOLDS GRANGE 2006 (1) South Australia u. bn. PENFOLDS GRANGE 2009 (1) South Australia u. bn. PENFOLDS GRANGE 2011 (1) Australia u. bn. View website for full catalogue details 3 bts.
per lot $1,600 - $1,800
#)! PENFOLDS GRANGE 2010 (1) South Australia u. bn. Very deep purple-black in color, this is classic Grange - amongst the finest produced - replete with fresh, vibrant and youthful black fruit notes showing some blueberry aromas and accents of camphor, anise and the slightest floral hint plus a whiff of oak in the background to lend a cedarlaced li# to this textbook Shiraz nose. Medium to full-bodied in the mouth, it is very taut and finely constructed showing typically firm, grainy, uniform tannins, great concentration and wonderful persistence on the finish. October 2014 Drink: 2022-2040 WA 99 PENFOLDS GRANGE 2012 (1) Australia scraped label. Deep garnet-purple in color, the 2012 Grange sports an earthy/meaty nose with notes of tree bark, dusty earth, underbrush and chargrill over a core of dried mulberries and Christmas cake, plus hints of pepper and baking spices. Rich, medium to full-bodied and seductive, it has spicy layers and a long meaty/savory finish. October 2017 Drink: 2019-2045 WA 99 2 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
#)" TRIMBACH RIESLING CLOS STE. HUNE 2009 Alsace u. 1 cm. scraped and marked label. 1 bt.
per lot $300 - $500
#)# CHÂTEAU D’YQUEM 2006 Sauternes, Premier Cru Supérieur u. 3 x bn. 1 x marked label. Medium lemon-gold colored, the 2006 d’Yquem is a li"le reticent at this stage, slowly revealing notes of pineapple pastry, dried apple slices, orange preserves and spice cake plus nuances of crème brûlée, preserved ginger, nutmeg and baking bread. The palate offers mouth-coating tropical fruit and baking spice layers with a seductive oiliness to the texture and loads of citrus sparks, finishing with bold freshness and amazing length. August 2019 Drink: 2021-2046 WA 95+ 3 hf. bts.
per lot $500 - $700
#)$ CHÂTEAU LA MISSION HAUT-BRION 1945 Pessac-Léognan, Grand Cru Classé u. ts. soiled & scraped label. scraped capsule. 1 mag.
per lot $12,000 - $14,000
#)% CHÂTEAU MOUTON ROTHSCHILD 1993 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classé u. vts. wrinkled label. scuffed capsule. 1 mag.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
#)& CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 1975 Pomerol u. ts. soiled label. wrinkled capsule. One of the most rustic and powerful Petrus of the last 25 years, this wine still has a murky garnet/ plum/purple color, a gorgeous nose of overripe black cherries, mocha, caramel, chocolate, and a hint of iron and blood. Full-bodied, superconcentrated, with massive tannin and extract, this behemoth Petrus can be enjoyed but still seems another 5-10 years away from maturity. It is certainly a 50-70 year wine, with exquisite concentration and intensity, but seemingly the rough edges will no doubt be less appealing to those looking for pure seamlessness. Perhaps that will emerge with bo"le age. Anticipated maturity: 2005-2040 December 2002 WA 98+ 1 bt.
per lot $2,400 - $2,600
#)' CHÂTEAU D’ISSAN 2005 (1) Margaux, 3ième Cru Classé u. vts. scraped label. CHÂTEAU GISCOURS 2005 (1) Margaux, 3ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. CHÂTEAU RAUZAN-SÉGLA 2006 (1) Margaux, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. CHÂTEAU FAUGÈRES 2005 (1) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. CHÂTEAU L’HERMITAGE 2005 (1) Saint-Émilion, Grand Cru Classé u. bn. CHÂTEAU CALON-SÉGUR 2005 (1) Saint-Estèphe, 3ième Cru Classé u. bn. scraped label. CHÂTEAU LAFON-ROCHET 2005 (1) Saint-Estèphe, 4ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. CHÂTEAU SAINT-PIERRE 2005 (1) Saint-Julien, Grand Cru Classé u. bn. marked label.
View website for full catalogue details 8 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#)( CHÂTEAU COS D’ESTOURNEL 2001 Saint-Estèphe, 2ième Cru Classé u. 4 x bn. 4 x scraped labels. WA 93 4 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
#)) CLOS SAINT-JEAN CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE LA COMBE DES FOUS 2009 (3) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 3 x 1 cm. 1 x stained label. A wine that blew me away, and the best bo"le of this I’ve tasted, the 2009 Chateauneuf du Pape Combe des Fous gave up exotic and intense aromas and flavors of ground pepper, kirsch liqueur, incense, white chocolate and crushed flowers. About as seamless and sexy as they come, this extraordinary Chateauneuf boasts incredible concentration, no hard edges and insane length on the finish. Much more forward and open than the 2010, drink it over the coming 10 to 15 years. Drink: 2014-2029 WS 94 WA 99 DOMAINE DE LA CHARBONNIÈRE CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE CUVÉE SPÉCIALE LES HAUTES BRUSQUIÈRES 2009 (1) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 cm. marked label. DOMAINE DE LA JANASSE CHÂTEAUNEUFDU-PAPE CUVÉE CHAUPIN 2007 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 1 x peeling label. 1 x marked label. 6 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
$** ABREU HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2006 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped & marked labels. The 2006 Howell Mountain has already gone into hiding, but there is no doubting its enormous weight, richness, note of graphite, and minerality. The wine possesses enormous concentration and richness as well as lots of blue and black fruits, but I wouldn’t touch it for 7-10 years. It should keep for 30 years. December 2009 WA 95+ 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$*! CLIFF LEDE HIGH FIDELITY 2014 Napa Valley u. 4 x bn. 1 x scraped label. 4 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$*" PAUL HOBBS CABERNET SAUVIGNON BECKSTOFFER TO KALON VINEYARD 2009 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x scuffed labels. Deep garnet in color, the 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard is sporting quite a lot of cedar to begin, giving way to a crazy-intense perfume of crème de cassis, blueberry pie and Black Forest cake plus hints of dried mint, mocha, sandalwood and powdered cinnamon. This is a concentrated, full-bodied, pedal-to-the-metal palate with the layers of black fruits supported by rock-solid, firm tannins, finishing long with a lot of grip and texture. January 2020. Drink: 2020-2044 WA 97+ 2 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
$*# ATLAS PEAK CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2006 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scuffed label. CHIMNEY ROCK CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. L’AVENTURE WINERY OPTIMUS 2005 (1) Paso Robles, California KENDALL-JACKSON CABERNET SAUVIGNON TRACE RIDGE 2007 (2) Knights Valley, Sonoma County u. 2 x vts. 1 x scraped label. STONESTREET CABERNET SAUVIGNON WEST LEDGE 2007 (1) Sonoma County u. bn. marked label. BASEL CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON M 2007 (1) Columbia Valley, Washington u. bn. DUNHAM CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2007 (1) Columbia Valley, Washington u. vts. marked label. 8 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
$*$ PAUL HOBBS CABERNET SAUVIGNON BECKSTOFFER TO KALON VINEYARD 2007 Oakville, Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. 2 x scuffed labels. From the amazing Beckstoffer To-Kalon Vineyard, Hobbs’ 2007 Cabernet Sauvignon is a slightly more opulent, broader, savory effort that comes close to the perfect 2002. The 2007 has more noticeable tannin than the 2002 did at the same stage as well as more obvious minerality, but notes of graphite, black currant liqueur, licorice, cedar, and spice box are found in this full-bodied, multidimensional, fabulously concentrated wine. It was aged in 100% new Taransaud French oak barrels. Give it 5-6 years of cellaring, and drink it over the following three decades. December 2009 Drink: 2014-2044 WA 98+ 2 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
$*% CONTINUUM PROPRIETARY RED 2007 (1) Oakville, Napa Valley u. bn. scraped label & capsule. DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2006 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scraped label. DUNN VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON HOWELL MOUNTAIN 2010 (1) Napa Valley u. vts. scraped label. cracked wax capsule. LAIL VINEYARDS CABERNET SAUVIGNON J. DANIEL CUVÉE 2007 (1) Napa Valley marked label. PAHLMEYER PROPRIETARY RED 2008 (1) Napa Valley u. 1 x bn. scraped & marked label. View website for full catalogue details 5 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
$*& PHILIP TOGNI VINEYARD CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2008 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scraped & marked label. PLUMPJACK WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON ESTATE 2012 (1) Oakville, Napa Valley scraped label. WA 93 ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 2007 (2) Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 1 x marked label. STAG’S LEAP WINE CELLARS CABERNET SAUVIGNON FAY 2012 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. marked label. The 2012 Cabernet Sauvignon Fay Vineyard boasts loads of black cherry and black raspberry fruit, a floral characteristic common to this terroir, a beautiful deep ruby/purple color, sweet tannin and a dramatic, lush, Margaux-like finish. This is sexy, lush, full-thro"le wine to drink over the next 10-15 years. December 2015 WA 94 5 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
$*' LUCE DELLA VITE LUCE TOSCANA IGT 2011 (1) Tuscany u. bn. ANTINORI SOLAIA TOSCANA IGT 2008 (1) Tuscany u. vts. marked label. AZIENDA AGRICOLA MONTEVERTINE LE PERGOLE TORTE TOSCANA IGT 2009 (1) Tuscany u. bn. PALAZZO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. View website for full catalogue details PODERE LE RIPI RISERVA BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO LUPI E SIRENE 2010 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. 5 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
$*( ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2009 (1) Tuscany scraped label. ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2010 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked & scraped label. TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 1996 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 2 x marked labels. 4 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
$*) TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2006 Tuscany u. 4 x vts. 4 x marked labels. 2 x wrinkled labels. The 2006 Ornellaia flows from the glass in a profound expression of ripe, dark fruit. With time in the glass layers of minerals, cassis, tar, sweet herbs and French oak emerge, adding further complexity. This harmonious Ornellaia combines the richness of the vintage with superb freshness and awesome balance. Today the wine’s sheer density almost manages to hide the tannins, but they are there, and the wine will ultimately benefit from a few years in the cellar. The 2006 Ornellaia is one of the highlights of this sensational Tuscan vintage. Anticipated maturity: 2016-2026. August 2009 WA 97 4 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
$!* TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA BOLGHERI SUPERIORE ORNELLAIA 2008 Tuscany u. 4 x vts. 4 x marked labels. The 2008 Ornellaia continues to blossom in the bo"le. Dark cherries, chocolate, espresso, blackberries and mocha are just some of the many notes that explode from the glass. A rich tapestry of licorice, tar and camphor notes develop in the glass, adding considerable complexity. The 2008 is a huge, structured Ornellaia endowed with massive structure. It has come together beautifully since the early days when it was a tannic beast. Readers who can be patient will be rewarded with a spectacular bo"le of wine. This is a fabulous showing. Anticipated maturity: 2018-2033. June 2012 WA 97 4 bts.
per lot $1,000 - $1,200
$!! BIBI GRAETZ TESTAMATTA TOSCANA IGT 2010 (2) Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 2 x marked labels. BIBI GRAETZ TESTAMATTA TOSCANA IGT 2013 (1) Tuscany u. bn. marked label. CAPRILI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2009 (1) Tuscany u. vts. scuffed label. FATTORIA LA LECCIAIA (PACINI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO VIGNA MANAPETRA 2010 (1) Tuscany scraped label. scuffed capsule. IL POGGIONE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO RISERVA VIGNA PAGANELLI 2012 (4) Tuscany u. 4 x bn. 9 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
$!" CAVALLOTTO BAROLO RISERVA BRICCO BOSCHIS VIGNA SAN GIUSEPPE 2004 (1) Piedmont scraped & marked label. AZIENDA BRICCO ROCCHE (CERETTO) BAROLO BRUNATE 2007 (2) Piedmont u. 2 x ts. 2 x marked labels. GIUSEPPE E FIGLIO MASCARELLO BAROLO SANTO STEFANO DI PERNO 2009 (1) Piedmont u. 2 cm. peeling & marked label. cut capsule. MASSOLINO BAROLO 2007 (1) Piedmont u. vts. scraped & marked label. PODERI ODDERO BAROLO VILLERO 2005 (1) Piedmont u. 1 cm. marked & scraped label. 6 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$!# CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2003 Pomerol u. vts. marked label. An early September harvest in this hot year produced a 2003 that has reached full maturity. It offers notes of roasted coffee, melted chocolate, figs and black cherry jam. WS 98 WA 93 1 bt.
per lot $2,600 - $2,800
$!$ CHÂTEAU COS D’ESTOURNEL 1990 (1) Saint-Estèphe, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. marked label. scraped capsule. WA 94 CHÂTEAU TROPLONG MONDOT 1990 (1) Saint-Émilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé B u. bn. scraped & marked label. The 1990 Troplong Mondot is only equaled by such recent vintages as 2000, 2005, and 2008. The inky/garnet/plum/purple-colored 1990 exhibits notes of coffee, blackberries, licorice, camphor, and espresso. Rich and full-bodied with lavish fruit, high glycerin, low acidity, and stunning purity, it is still several years away from full maturity, and should last for another 10-15 years. June 2009 WS 95 WA 98 2 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
$!% CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 1990 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé The exceptionally concentrated 1990 reveals more polished, sweeter tannins along with a big, sweet kiss of black currant, forest floor, cedar, and spice box notes. While it still has some tannins to shed, this full-bodied, powerful, long wine is approachable. It should continue to evolve for another two decades. June 2009 Drink: 20092029 WA 93+ CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2000 (1) Saint-Julien, 2ième Cru Classé u. bn. Wonderfully sweet cedar and fruitcake notes are intermixed with hints of creme de cassis, licorice, and earthy forest floor. It is full-bodied and tannic, with everything in place, but like so many wines that come from Leoville Barton, it makes a mockery of many modern-day consumers wanting a wine for immediate gratification. Those who bought it should continue to exercise patience and be proud to own a wonderful classic with five decades of longevity ahead of it. June 2010 Drink: 2018-2050 WA 95+ 2 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$!& CHÂTEAU D’ISSAN 2000 Margaux, 3ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. WA 93 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$!' CHÂTEAU PONTET-CANET 1996 Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. 2 x bn. 2 x scuffed labels. WA 92 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$!( PAUL JABOULET AÎNÉ HERMITAGE LA CHAPELLE 1990 Rhône u. 2 cm. wrinkled & soiled label. The 1990 Hermitage La Chapelle lived up to its reputation on this occasion, and of the three titans (1990, 1978 and 1961), it was probably my favorite. Still inky colored and ruby at the rim, it offers an absolutely profound bouquet of sweet cassis, smoked meats, chocolate, licorice and spice. This is followed by a full-bodied, insanely textured, pure and hedonistic palate that has that perfect mix of still-vibrant fruit and ample secondary nuances. Drink: 2015-2040 WA 100 1 bt.
per lot $700 - $900
$!) ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2015 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label.
ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2016 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x bn. 1 x scraped label. 3 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$"* IL POGGIONE BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2010 Tuscany u. 3 x bn. 1 x scraped label. The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino is a stunning creation from an iconic vintage. Sangiovese specifically requires the perfect growing conditions to show its magic, and this vintage delivers those special qualities in troves. You are aware of the deep inner power and integrity of the fruit, yet the wine opens so#ly on the bouquet with elegance and grace. This bo"le shows stunning complexity with a bouquet that peels back to reveal dark cherry, spice, balsam herb and dried violets. The mouthfeel has yielded to a greater sense of inner so#ness and mellowness since I last tasted this gorgeous wine upon its commercial release. October 2017 WS 95 WA 97 3 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$"! TENUTA SAN GUIDO BOLGHERI SASSICAIA SASSICAIA 2017 Tuscany u. 3 x bn. The 2017 Sassicaia was expertly built to withstand a long aging future, yet only time will tell if the beauty of the bouquet will evolve at the same pace. This fascinating wine magically captures the hallmarks of cool-temperature winemaking in one of the ho"est vintages in recent years. Vintners, not vintage, won this round. WA 94 3 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
$"" BRUNO GIACOSA BARBARESCO RISERVA ASILI 2004 (1) Piedmont u. bn. scraped label. BRUNO GIACOSA BARBARESCO RISERVA ASILI 2007 (1) Piedmont u. bn. scraped label.
2 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
$"# FATTORIA GALARDI TERRA DI LAVORO 2001 (1) Campania wrinkled label. FATTORIA GALARDI TERRA DI LAVORO 2010 (1) Campania u. bn. scraped label. TUA RITA GIUSTO DI NOTRI TOSCANA IGT 2000 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x vts. 2 x scraped labels. 4 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$"$ GRAHAM PORTO VINTAGE 1985 (1) Douro, Portugal wrinkled label. GRAHAM PORTO VINTAGE 1994 (1) Douro, Portugal wrinkled label. GRAHAM PORTO VINTAGE 2000 (1) Douro, Portugal 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$"% ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2000 (1) Tuscany u. ts. scraped label. ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 2001 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. 2 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$"& CASTELLO BANFI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1999 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. FATTORIA DEI BARBI (COLOMBINI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2001 (1) Tuscany u. ts. GIANNI BRUNELLI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2001 (2) Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 2 x scuffed labels. 1 x peeling label. PIAN DELLE VIGNE (ANTINORI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1999 (2) Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 1 x vts. 2 x scuffed labels. 1 x peeling label. 2 x scuffed capsules. TENUTA CAPARZO BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO VIGNA LA CASA 1999 (1) Tuscany u. bn. scraped label. 7 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$"' BERTANI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 1993 (1) Veneto u. 3 cm. scraped & soiled label. BERTANI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 1997 (1) Veneto u. 2 cm. scraped & soiled label. 2 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$"( GIUSEPPE QUINTARELLI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO SUPERIORE 1991 (1) Veneto u. 2 cm. scuffed & soiled label. GIUSEPPE QUINTARELLI CABERNET (FRANC) ALZERO 1994 (1) Veneto u. ts. stained label. 2 bts.
per lot $1,200 - $1,400
$") MICHELE CASTELLANI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO I CASTEI CAMPO CASALIN 2004 (2) Veneto u. 2 x 1 cm. 2 x scuffed labels. SPERI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO MONTE SANT’URBANO 2003 (1) Veneto scuffed label. TEDESCHI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2003 (1) Veneto u. 1 cm. marked label. TENUTA SANT’ANTONIO AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA SELEZIONE ANTONIO CASTAGNEDI 2003 (2) Veneto u. 1 x bn. 1 x ts. 2 x scraped labels. 1 x marked label. TOMMASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 2004 (2) Veneto u. 1 x 1 cm. 1 x 2 cm. 8 bts.
per lot $400 - $600
$#* VIÑA COBOS MALBEC BRAMARE MARCHIORI VINEYARD 2003 Mendoza, Argentina 12 bts.
per lot $1,400 - $1,600
$#! CHÂTEAU LYNCH-BAGES 1990 (1) Pauillac, 5ième Cru Classé u. hs. marked & soiled label. scuffed capsule. CHÂTEAU MONTROSE 1990 (2) Saint-Estèphe, 2ième Cru Classé u. 1 x vts. 1 x ts. marked & soiled label. 1 x scuffed capsule. View website for full catalogue details 3 bts.
per lot $2,600 - $2,800
$#" LOUIS JADOT BEAUNE GRÈVES 2002 (1) Côte de Beaune scraped label. LOUIS JADOT PULIGNY-MONTRACHET LES REFERTS 1996 (1) Côte de Beaune, Premier Cru u. 1 cm. stained & peeling label. M. CHAPOUTIER CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE LA BERNARDINE 2003 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 x 1 cm. 2 x scraped & marked labels. 4 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$## CAIN VINEYARD & WINERY CAIN FIVE 1999 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CHAPPELLET CABERNET SAUVIGNON SIGNATURE 1999 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. stained & scuffed label. DOMINUS ESTATE 2001 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. stained label. FAR NIENTE CABERNET SAUVIGNON 1997 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. scuffed label. ROBERT MONDAVI WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 1999 (1) Napa Valley u. ts. marked label. 5 bts.
per lot $800 - $1,000
$#$ CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2013 (1 ltr.) Napa Valley CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 40TH ANNIVERSARY 2012 (2) Napa Valley Its dense purple/black color is followed by copious quantities of crème de cassis and blackberry fruit, silky tannins, a voluptuous texture and stunning purity as well as length. This full-bodied effort is a fabulous example of Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon as well as a tribute to this amazing family. It is so good now, why wait? However, I’m sure that like most vintages of Caymus, it will last for 20-25 years. Amazing! 40th Anniversary Label October 2014 WA 96 2 bts. & 1 ltr.
per lot $500 - $700
$#% CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON 2013 Napa Valley 2 x marked labels. 10 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
$#& CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2006 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2010 (1) Napa Valley u. bn. CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2011 (4) Napa Valley u. 4 x bn. 2 x scraped capsules. View website for full catalogue details 6 bts.
per lot $1,300 - $1,500
$#' CAYMUS CABERNET SAUVIGNON SPECIAL SELECTION 2013 Napa Valley u. 2 x bn. 2 x scraped labels. 2 mags.
per lot $700 - $900
$#( SHAFER RELENTLESS 2011 (2) Napa Valley 2 x scraped labels. SHAFER RELENTLESS 2012 (1) Napa Valley scraped label. SHAFER RELENTLESS 2014 (6) Napa Valley 3 x scraped labels. 9 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
$#) NOON WINERY CABERNET SAUVIGNON RESERVE 2004 (1) McLaren Vale, Australia NOON WINERY ECLIPSE 2004 (1) McLaren Vale, Australia NOON WINERY ECLIPSE 2005 (1) McLaren Vale, Australia NOON WINERY ECLIPSE 2006 (1) McLaren Vale, Australia u. bn. NOON WINERY ECLIPSE 2008 (1) McLaren Vale, Australia u. bn. 5 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$$* D’ARENBERG THE DEAD ARM SHIRAZ 2001 McLaren Vale, Australia u. 5 x bn. 4 x vts. Its dense black/purple color is accompanied by celestial aromas of melted licorice, graphite, blackberries, cassis, incense, anise, and toasty oak. Fabulously concentrated, with great purity, an unctuous, viscous texture, and an amazingly long, 60-second plus finish, this fabulous baby will need 5-6 years of cellaring, and should drink well over the following 20-25 years. August 2003 Drink: 2008-2033 WA 98 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$$! D’ARENBERG THE DEAD ARM SHIRAZ 2001 McLaren Vale, Australia u. 2 x bn. 7 x vts. Its dense black/purple color is accompanied by celestial aromas of melted licorice, graphite, blackberries, cassis, incense, anise, and toasty oak. Fabulously concentrated, with great purity, an unctuous, viscous texture, and an amazingly long, 60-second plus finish, this fabulous baby will need 5-6 years of cellaring, and should drink well over the following 20-25 years. August 2003 Drink: 2008-2033 WA 98 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$$" CAPE MENTELLE SHIRAZ 2004 Margaret River, Australia u. 6 x 1 cm. 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$$# ANTINORI TIGNANELLO TOSCANA IGT 1999 Tuscany u. 1 x bn. 1 x scraped label. 1 x wrinkled capsule. 4 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
$$$ CASTELGIOCONDO (MARCHESI DE’ FRESCOBALDI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1997 (4) Tuscany u. 4 x vts. 4 x wrinkled labels. VILLA POGGIO SALVI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1997 (8) Tuscany u. 6 x vts. 2 x ts. 2 x scraped labels. 12 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
$$% CASTELLO BANFI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1990 (2) Tuscany u. 2 x hs. 2 x scraped labels. FATTORIA DEI BARBI (COLOMBINI) BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 2004 (1) Tuscany u. bn. CASTELLO BANFI EXCELSUS 2001 (1) Tuscany u. ts. scraped label. 4 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$$& CASTELLO BANFI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1997 Tuscany u. 6 x bn. 2 x vts. 1 x scraped label. 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$$' CASTELLO BANFI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO 1997 Tuscany u. 6 x bn. 2 x vts. 2 x scraped labels. 9 bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$$( MARCHESI ANTINORI BRUNELLO DI MONTALCINO PIAN DELLE VIGNE 1997 Tuscany u. 4 x vts. 2 x ts. 1 x scraped label. 6 bts.
per lot $600 - $800
$$) MASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO MAZZANO 1997 (OWC) Veneto u. 4 x 1.5 cm. 2 x 2 cm. 1 x scuffed label. 6 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$%* GIACOMO BORGOGNO & FIGLI BAROLO RISERVA 1974 (1) Piedmont u. 3 cm. scraped label. MASI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO CAMPOLONGO DI TORBE 2003 (1) Veneto u. 3 cm. stained label. SERGIO ZENATO AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO RISERVA 2003 (1) Veneto u. 3 cm. marked label. ALLEGRINI AMARONE DELLA VALPOLICELLA CLASSICO 1998 (6) Veneto u. 4 x 1 cm. 2 x 1.5 cm. 9 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
$%! BODEGAS MUGA RESERVA RIOJA SELECCIÓN ESPECIAL 1996 Rioja, Spain u. 2 x bn. 1 x vts. 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$%" E. GUIGAL CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE 1999 Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 2 x 1 cm. 1 x 1.5 cm. 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$%# CHÂTEAU LA NERTHE CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE CUVÉE DES CADETTES 1999 (2) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 x 1 cm. CHÂTEAU LA NERTHE CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE CUVÉE DES CADETTES 2000 (1) Châteauneuf-du-Pape M. CHAPOUTIER HERMITAGE MONIER DE LA SIZERANNE 1991 (2) Rhône u. 1 x 1 cm. scraped labels. PAUL AVRIL CHÂTEAUNEUF-DU-PAPE CLOS DES PAPES 2014 (3) Châteauneuf-du-Pape u. 1 x 1 cm. 8 bts.
per lot $700 - $900
$%$ CHÂTEAU CLIMENS 2013 (OWC) Sauternes-Barsac, 1er Cru Classé The 2013 Climens features a pale lemon-yellow color and expressive notes of candied citrus peel, honey-drizzled white peaches and brioche with wa#s of marzipan and ginger. It has lovely harmony in the mouth, with a wonderful citrus peel intensity defined by great freshness, finishing with bags of depth and energy. August 2018 Drink: 2022-2048 WA 95 12 hf. bts.
per lot $500 - $700
$%% ROYAL TOKAJI WINE COMPANY TOKAJI ASZÚ 6 PUTTONYOS NYULÁSZÓ 2007 Hungary 3 x scraped labels. 1 x scuffed label. 1 x wrinkled label. 4 hf. ltrs.
per lot $600 - $800
$%& ROYAL TOKAJI WINE COMPANY TOKAJI ASZÚ 6 PUTTONYOS SZT.TAMÁS 2007 Hungary 3 x wrinkled & scuffed labels. 3 hf. ltrs.
per lot $500 - $700
$%' FONSECA VINTAGE PORT 1985 Porto 3 x scraped labels. 3 bts.
per lot $300 - $500
$%( JÉRÔME PRÉVOST LA CLOSERIE FAC-SIMILE EXTRA BRUT ROSE NV Champagne u. 3 cm. marked label. 1 bt.
per lot $300 - $500
Wine Index
2005 Noon Winery Eclipse (439)
Germany
Alsace
2006 D’arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz (257, 256) Noon Winery Eclipse (439)
Mosel-Saar-Ruwer
Alsace
2008 Noon Winery Eclipse (439)
2009 Trimbach Riesling Clos Ste. Hune (392)
Argentina Mendoza, Argentina 1997 Bodega Catena Zapata Malbec Catena Alta (73) 2003 Viña Cobos Malbec Bramare Marchiori Vineyard (430) 2009 Viña Cobos Cabernet Sauvignon Bramare (292)
Australia
2009 Mollydooker Shiraz Velvet Glove (127) 2011 Mollydooker The Velvet Glove Shiraz (128)
2006 Egon Müller Scharzho!erger Riesling Auslese (217) 2017 Dr. Loosen Erdener Prälat Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel (217)
Hungary
South Australia 2006 Penfolds Grange (390, 7) 2009 Penfolds Grange (390) 2010 Penfolds Cabernet Sauvignon Bin 707 (129) Penfolds Grange (391) 2011 Penfolds Grange (390) 2012 Penfolds Grange (391)
Barossa Valley, South Australia
Hungary 2007 Royal Tokaji Wine Company Tokaji Aszú 6 Pu"onyos Nyulászó (455) Royal Tokaji Wine Company Tokaji Aszú 6 Pu"onyos Szt.tamás (456)
Italy Basilicata 2013 Elena Fucci Aglianico Del Vulture Titolo (199)
Champagne
Campania
1995 Peter Lehmann Shiraz Stonewall (74)
Champagne
2001 Fa"oria Galardi Terra Di Lavoro (423)
Eden Valley, Australia
2000 Dom Pérignon Champagne Rosé David Lynch Label (126)
1993 Peter Lehmann Shiraz Stonewall (74)
2006 Henschke Hill Of Grace (233)
Margaret River, Australia 2004 Cape Mentelle Shiraz (442) 2011 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series (389) 2012 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series (389) 2013 Leeuwin Estate Chardonnay Art Series (389)
McLaren Vale, Australia 1996 D’arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz (75) 2001 D’arenberg The Dead Arm Shiraz (440, 441) 2004 Noon Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (439) Noon Winery Eclipse (439)
2002 Louis Roederer Champagne Cristal Brut (221) 2005 Bérêche Et Fils Champagne Côte Blanc De Blancs (218) 2006 Dom Pérignon Champagne (172)
2010 Fa"oria Galardi Terra Di Lavoro (423)
Piedmont 1974 Giacomo Borgogno & Figli Barolo Riserva (450) 1996 Azienda Bricco Asili (Cere"o) Barbaresco Faset (61) Elio Altare Barolo Vigneto Arborina (62) Giovanni Corino Barolo Arborina (63) Pruno"o Barolo Bussia (64)
2009 Bollinger Champagne Vieilles Vignes Françaises (219)
1997 Azelia Barolo Bricco Fiasco (60)
2012 Pol Roger Champagne Blanc De Blancs (222, 223, 224)
1999 Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Bussia (37, 36) Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Cicala (38) Poderi Aldo Conterno Barolo Colonnello (39)
NV Jérôme Prévost La Closerie Fac-Simile Extra Brut Rose (458, 220) Moët & Chandon Champagne Brut Impérial (172) Pol Roger Champagne Brut Réserve (172) Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Champagne (172)
2001 Cavallo"o Barolo Bricco Boschis (368) Paolo Scavino Barolo Rocche Dell’annunziata Riserva (32, 33, 34, 35) 2004 Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Riserva Asili (422) Cavallo"o Barolo Riserva Bricco Boschis Vigna San Giuseppe (412) Punset Barbaresco Riserva (298)
2005 Bartolo Mascarello Barolo (40) Fratelli Brovia Barolo Ca’mia (300) Fratelli Brovia Barolo Rocche (300) Paolo Scavino Barolo Bric Dël Fiasc (302) Poderi Oddero Barolo Villero (412) 2007 Azienda Bricco Rocche (Cere"o) Barolo Brunate (412) Bruno Giacosa Barbaresco Riserva Asili (422) Giacomo Brezza E Figli Barolo Bricco Sarmassa (301) Massolino Barolo (412) 2009 Cavallo"o Barolo Riserva Vignolo (298) Giuseppe E Figlio Mascarello Barolo Santo Stefano Di Perno (412) Michele Chiarlo Barolo Cerequio (297) Pecchenino Barolo Le Coste (298) 2010 Alessandro E Gian Natale Fantino Barolo Bussia Cascina Dardi (297) 2011 Boroli Barolo Ma"o (201) Cordero Di Montezemolo Barolo Monfalle"o (299) Giovanni Rosso Barolo Serralunga D’alba (301) Produ"ori Del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Muncagota (304) Produ"ori Del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Pora (306) 2012 Giovanni Sordo Barolo Gabu"i (200) Pio Cesare Barbaresco (200) 2013 Azelia Barolo (200) Giacomo Conterno Barolo Riserva Monfortino (209) Produ"ori Del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Asili (303) Produ"ori Del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Pajè (305) Produ"ori Del Barbaresco Barbaresco Riserva Rabaja (307) 2015 Roagna Barbaresco Vecchie Viti Asili (210) 2016 Comm. G. B. Burlo"o Barolo Cannubi (207) Comm. G. B. Burlo"o Barolo Monvigliero (207) 2017 Comm. G. B. Burlo"o Barolo (208)
Tuscany 1990 Castello Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino (445) 1995 Castello Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino (67) Marchesi Antinori Brunello Di Montalcino Pian Delle Vigne (68) 1996 Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (408)
1997 Barone Ricasoli Castello Di Brolio Casalferro Toscana Igt (65) Barone Ricasoli Chianti Classico Castello Di Brolio (66) Castelgiocondo (Marchesi De’ Frescobaldi) Brunello Di Montalcino (444) Castello Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino (446, 447) Marchesi Antinori Brunello Di Montalcino Pian Delle Vigne (448) Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano (69) Poliziano Vino Nobile Di Montepulciano Vigna Asinone (70) Villa Poggio Salvi Brunello Di Montalcino (444) 1999 Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (443) Castello Banfi Brunello Di Montalcino (426) Pian Delle Vigne (Antinori) Brunello Di Montalcino (426) Tenuta Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino Vigna La Casa (426) 2000 Antinori Solaia Toscana Igt (138, 139, 140, 135, 136, 137, 134) Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (425) Terrabianca Campaccio Selezione Riserva (146) Tua Rita Giusto Di Notri Toscana Igt (423) 2001 Antinori Solaia Toscana Igt (138, 139, 140, 141, 142, 143) Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (425) Castello Banfi Excelsus (445) Fa"oria Dei Barbi (Colombini) Brunello Di Montalcino (426) Gianni Brunelli Brunello Di Montalcino (426) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (134) Terrabianca Campaccio Toscana Igt (146) 2003 Castello Dei Rampolla D’alceo (145) 2004 Argiano Solengo Toscana Igt (295) Fa"oria Dei Barbi (Colombini) Brunello Di Montalcino (445) Pian Dell’orino Brunello Di Montalcino (43) Podere Brizio Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva (44) Tenuta Greppo (Biondi-Santi) Brunello Di Montalcino (43) Tenuta Greppo (Biondi-Santi) Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva (211) 2005 Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Masseto Toscana Igt (144) 2006 Cupano Brunello Di Montalcino (41) Luce Della Vite Brunello Di Montalcino (42) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (409, 360) Tenuta Greppo (Biondi-Santi) Brunello Di Montalcino (46, 45) 2007 Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (294) Castello Di Ama Chianti Classico (202) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (360) Tenuta Guado Al Tasso (Antinori) Bolgheri Superiore (364) 2008 Antinori Solaia Toscana Igt (407) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (410, 294, 360) Tenuta Di Arceno Arcanum Toscana Igt (295) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (363)
2009 Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (408) Azienda Agricola Montevertine Le Pergole Torte Toscana Igt (407) Caprili Brunello Di Montalcino (411) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (360) Tenuta Guado Al Tasso (Antinori) Bolgheri Superiore (364) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (363) 2010 Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (408) Bibi Graetz Testama"a Toscana Igt (411) Caparzo Brunello Di Montalcino (367) Donatella Cinelli Colombini Brunello Di Montalcino (367) E. Fuligni Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva (367) Fa"oria Dei Barbi (Colombini) Brunello Di Montalcino (367) Fa"oria La Lecciaia (Pacini) Brunello Di Montalcino Vigna Manapetra (411) Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino (420) Luce Della Vite Brunello Di Montalcino (203) Palazzo Brunello Di Montalcino (407) Podere Le Ripi Riserva Brunello Di Montalcino Lupi E Sirene (407) San Polino Brunello Di Montalcino (367) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (131, 296, 360) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Masseto Toscana Igt (293) Tenuta Guado Al Tasso (Antinori) Bolgheri Superiore (364) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (363) Tenuta Se"e Ponti Oreno Toscana Igt (295) 2011 Fontodi Flaccianello Della Pieve (366) Luce Della Vite Luce Toscana Igt (407) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Bolgheri Superiore Ornellaia (132, 133) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia L`Infinito (360) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (363) 2012 Fontodi Flaccianello Della Pieve (366) Il Poggione Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva Vigna Paganelli (411) Poggio Antico Brunello Di Montalcino Riserva (384) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia L`Incanto (360) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (363) 2013 Bibi Graetz Testama"a Toscana Igt (411) Marchesi Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (365) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia L`Eleganza (360) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (363) 2014 Fontodi Flaccianello Della Pieve (366) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia L`Essenza (360) 2015 Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (419) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Masseto Toscana Igt (361) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia Il Carisma (360)
2016 Antinori Tignanello Toscana Igt (419) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Masseto Toscana Igt (362) Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia La Tensione (360)
Loire
2017 Tenuta Dell’ornellaia Vendemmia D`Artista Ornellaia Solare (360) Tenuta San Guido Bolgheri Sassicaia Sassicaia (421)
1997 Domaine Deletang Montlouis-Sur-Loire Demi-Sec Les Batisses (77) Domaine Des Forges Coteaux Du Layon Chaume Les Onnis (78) Domaine Des Forges Coteaux Du Layon Saint-Aubin (79) Domaine Des Saulaies Coteaux Du Layon Faye (78)
Veneto 1991 Giuseppe Quintarelli Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Superiore (428) 1993 Bertani Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (427) 1994 Giuseppe Quintarelli Cabernet (Franc) Alzero (428) 1995 Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (71)
Loire
Côtes de Bordeaux Blaye 2000 Château Gigault Cuvée Viva (86)
Fronsac 1995 Château De La Dauphine (90)
Haut-Médoc 1995 Château Lanessan (288)
New Zealand
1997 Château Beaumont (87) Château Cissac (90)
Martinborough, New Zealand
2000 Château Belgrave (88) Château Cissac (89, 87)
1997 Ata Rangi Pinot Noir (76)
1997 Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (72) Bertani Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (427) Masi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Mazzano (449)
Port
2005 Château Belgrave (331) Château Cantemerle (288) Château La Tour Carnet (288)
Douro, Portugal
2006 Château Cantemerle (151)
1998 Allegrini Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (450)
1863 Taylor (Fladgate) Very Old Single Harvest Tawny Port (107)
2003 Masi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Campolongo Di Torbe (450) Sergio Zenato Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva (450) Speri Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico Monte Sant’urbano (429) Tedeschi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (429) Tenuta Sant’antonio Amarone Della Valpolicella Selezione Antonio Castagnedi (429) 2004 Michele Castellani Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico I Castei Campo Casalin (429) Tommasi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (429) 2008 Loredan Gasparini Capo Di Stato Colli Trevigiani Igt (205) 2011 Allegrini La Grola Veronese Igt (204) Allegrini Palazzo Della Torre Veronese Igt (204) 2013 Cesari Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (206) Tommasi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (206) 2015 Cesari Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (206) Tommasi Amarone Della Valpolicella Classico (206) 2017 Azienda Agricola Prà Valpolicella Morandina (205)
1985 Dow’s Porto Vintage (101) Fonseca Vintage Port (457) Graham Porto Vintage (424) Graham’s Porto Vintage (104) Sandeman Porto Vintage (101) Warre Porto Vintage (101) 1994 Graham Porto Vintage (424) Graham’s Porto Vintage (105) Quinta Do Vesuvio Porto Vintage (106)
Lalande de Pomerol 1998 Château La Fleur De Boüard (85)
Margaux 1996 Château Brane-Cantenac (282) 1999 Château Brane-Cantenac (283)
1997 Ferreira Porto Vintage (308)
2000 Château Brane-Cantenac (283) Château D’issan (416) Château Durfort-Vivens (93) Château Labégorce-Zédé (94)
2000 Graham Porto Vintage (424)
2001 Pavillon Rouge Du Château Margaux (318)
2007 Fonseca Porto Vintage (102, 103)
2003 Château Palmer (317) Pavillon Rouge Du Château Margaux (369)
2011 Cro# Porto Vintage (359) Fonseca Porto Vintage (359)
Red Bordeaux Côte de Beaune 2013 Bouchard Père Et Fils Pommard (170)
2004 Château Brane-Cantenac (283, 283) Château Margaux (285) 2005 Château Brane-Cantenac (317) Château Cantenac Brown Brio (149) Château D’issan (397) Château Dauzac (284) Château Giscours (397) Château Margaux (147, 148) Château Monbrison (284) La Dame De Malescot (310) Pavillon Rouge Du Château Margaux (369)
2006 Château Palmer (377) Château Rauzan-Ségla (397)
2001 Carruades De Lafite (312) Château Clerc Milon (281)
2011 Château Margaux (376) Château Rauzan-Ségla (286)
2002 Château Pichon-Longueville Baron (161)
2012 Château Margaux (8) 2014 Château Margaux (376) 2015 Château Prieuré-Lichine (286)
Médoc 1990 Château Fourcas Hosten (85)
Moulis-en-Médoc 1995 Château Chasse-Spleen (287)
Pauillac 1970 Château Mouton Rothschild (247) Château Mouton-Baronne-Philippe (160) 1972 Château Mouton Rothschild (248) 1975 Château Mouton-Baronne-Philippe (160) 1985 Château Mouton-Baronne-Philippe En Hommage À Pauline (160)
2003 Château Batailley (319) Château Clerc Milon (313) Château D’armailhac (313) 2004 Château Lafite Rothschild (246, 277) Château Latour (278) 2005 Château D’armailhac (314) Château Haut-Batailley (280) Château Lynch-Bages (315) Château Mouton Rothschild (279) Château Pontet-Canet (316, 351) 2007 Château Clerc Milon (314) 2008 Château Lafite Rothschild (370) Château Pontet-Canet (379) 2009 Château Pontet-Canet (380, 249, 351) 2010 Château D’armailhac (313) Château Grand-Puy Ducasse (164) Château Lynch-Bages (351) Château Pontet-Canet (351) 2014 Château Mouton Rothschild (378)
Pessac-Léognan
1986 Château Pichon-Longueville Baron (161)
1945 Château La Mission Haut-Brion (394)
1990 Château Lynch-Bages (431)
1992 Château Haut-Brion (152)
1993 Château Mouton Rothschild (395)
1993 Château Haut-Brion (152) Château Les Carmes Haut-Brion (149)
1994 Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse De Lalande (150) 1995 Château Grand-Puy-Lacoste (159) Château Pichon-Longueville Baron (161)
1995 Château Haut-Brion (153) Château Smith Haut Lafi"e (320)
1996 Château Pontet-Canet (417)
2000 Château De Cruzeau (280) Château De Rochemorin (280) Château La Tour Haut-Brion (281) Château Larrivet Haut-Brion (281)
1998 Château Clerc Milon (320)
2001 Château Latour-Martillac (281)
1999 Carruades De Lafite (312) Château D’armailhac (320)
2003 Château Smith Haut Lafi"e (319)
2000 Carruades De Lafite (312) Château D’armailhac (281) Les Tourelles De Longueville (92)
2004 Château La Mission Haut-Brion (381) Château Smith Haut Lafi"e (322, 150)
2005 Château Smith Haut Lafi"e (323) 2006 Château Haut-Bailly (321) Château Smith Haut Lafi"e (322) 2010 Château Smith Haut Lafi"e (323) 2011 Château Pape Clement (280) Domaine De Chevalier (280)
Pomerol 1975 Château Pétrus (396) 1990 Château La Croix De Gay (84) 1993 Château Petit Village (85) 1995 Château Le Bon Pasteur (162) Château Pétrus (50) Clos Du Clocher (83) 1998 Château La Croix Du Casse (349) Château Rouget (349) 1999 Château Clos L’eglise (162) 2003 Château Pétrus (413) 2004 Château La Conseillante (372) 2005 Château L’eglise-Clinet (348) Château Le Bon Pasteur (348) Château Le Gay (348) 2006 L’eglise Clinet (357) 2007 Château Hosanna (250) Château La Croix St. Georges (349) 2008 Château Clinet (347, 347) L’eglise Clinet (357) 2009 Château Gazin (372) 2010 Château Certan De May (372) Château La Fleur-Pétrus (111) Château Trotanoy (115) 2011 Château La Fleur-Pétrus (112) Château Pétrus (11) Château Trotanoy (116) Vieux Château Certan (373, 118)
2012 Château Pétrus (11) Château Trotanoy (117) Vieux Château Certan (373) 2013 Château La Fleur-Pétrus (113) Château Pétrus (11) 2014 Château La Fleur-Pétrus (114) Château Pétrus (11) 2015 Château Pétrus (11) Vieux Château Certan (374)
Saint-Émilion 1983 Château Villemaurine (165) 1985 Château La Gaffelière (165) 1990 Château Canon-La-Gaffelière (163) Château Troplong Mondot (414) Château Villemaurine (165) 1994 Château La Dominique (169) Château La Gaffelière (169) 1995 Château Beau-Séjour Bécot (310) Château Canon (80) Château Clos Fourtet (167) Château Grand Mayne (168, 291) Château La Gaffelière (166) 1996 Château Clos Fourtet (290) 1997 Château Moulin Saint-Georges (83) Clos De L’oratoire (84) 1998 Château Grand Corbin-Despagne (81) Château Villemaurine (166) 1999 Château Barde-Haut (289) 2000 Château Grand Corbin-Despagne (82) Château Moulin Saint-Georges (281) 2001 Château Larmande (289) 2002 Château Pavie (371) 2003 Château Canon-La-Gaffelière (164) 2004 Château Cheval Blanc (252) Château Pavie Macquin (350)
2005 Château Angélus (9) Château Faugères (397) Château L’hermitage (397) Château Pavie (253) Château Pipeau (289) Clos Des Jacobins (350) 2006 Château Angélus (350)
2007 Château Calon-Ségur (326) 2009 Château Calon-Ségur (327, 327) Château Tronquoy-Lalande (155) 2010 Château Calon-Ségur (328) Château Cos D’estournel (351)
2007 Château Angélus (251, 10) Château Pavie (254) Château Pavie Macquin (350)
Saint-Julien
2008 Château Angélus (119, 10) Château Pavie (255)
1993 Château Léoville Las Cases (156)
2009 Château Grand Mayne (291)
1995 Château Saint-Pierre (157, 287) Château Talbot (158) Clos Du Marquis (158)
2011 Château Angélus (10) Château Clos Fourtet (290) 2015 Château Monbousquet (375) Château Valandraud (375)
Saint-Estèphe 1986 Château Haut-Marbuzet (85) 1990 Château Andron Blanquet (85) Château Cos D’estournel (414) Château Les Ormes De Pez (91) Château Montrose (431) 1993 Château Haut-Marbuzet (85) 1995 Château Beau-Site (287) Château Calon-Ségur (154) Château Lilian Ladouys (85) 1996 Château Les Ormes De Pez (287) 2000 Château Calon-Ségur (324) Château Haut-Marbuzet (329) 2001 Château Cos D’estournel (398) Château Haut-Marbuzet (329) 2004 Château Calon-Ségur (324) 2005 Château Calon-Ségur (397, 325, 325) Château Haut-Marbuzet (329, 329) Château Lafon-Rochet (397, 330) Château Montrose (330) 2006 Château Calon-Ségur (326) Château Haut-Marbuzet (329)
1990 Château Léoville Barton (415)
1996 Château Talbot (344) 1999 Château Gruaud Larose (334) 2000 Château Gruaud Larose (335) Château Langoa Barton (340) Château Léoville Barton (415, 341) Château Léoville Poyferré (343) Sarget De Gruaud-Larose (92) 2001 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (333) Château Léoville Poyferré (344) 2003 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (333) Château Gruaud Larose (334) Château Langoa Barton (340) Château Léoville Barton (341) 2004 Château Gruaud Larose (334) Château Léoville Barton (341) 2005 Château Branaire-Ducru (331, 331) Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (333, 352) Château Langoa Barton (340) Château Léoville Poyferré (345, 345) Château Saint-Pierre (397) 2006 Château Branaire-Ducru (332) Château Gruaud Larose (336) Château Léoville Barton (382) Château Léoville Las Cases (353) Château Léoville Poyferré (344) 2007 Château Léoville Poyferré (344) 2008 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (352) Château Gruaud Larose (338, 337) Château Léoville Las Cases (353)
2009 Château Branaire-Ducru (332) Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (352) Château Gruaud Larose (339, 339) Château Léoville Las Cases (354) Château Léoville Poyferré (343) 2010 Château Ducru-Beaucaillou (352) Château Gruaud Larose (336) Château Léoville Barton (342) Château Léoville Las Cases (355) Château Léoville Poyferré (346, 356) 2011 Château Léoville Barton (287)
Red Burgundy Côte de Beaune 1996 Louis Jadot Puligny-Montrachet Les Referts (432) 2002 Louis Jadot Beaune Grèves (432) 2003 Domaine De La Vougeraie Beaune La Montée Rouge (266) 2005 Domaine Parent Beaune Les Epeno"es (266) 2006 Philippe Colin Chassagne-Montrachet Morgeot Rouge (171) 2007 Louis Latour Corton Domaine Corton (14) 2009 Louis Jadot Beaune Bouchero"es Domaine Des Héritiers Louis Jadot (266) 2010 Domaine Chanson Beaune Clos De Roi (266) 2012 Chanson Père & Fils Corton (170) 2013 Maison Roche De Bellene Corton (170) 2018 Domaine Heitz-Lochardet Pommard Les Rugiens (225)
Côte de Nuits 1988 Domaine Armand Rousseau Pére Et Fils Clos De La Roche (51) Domaine Armand Rousseau Père Et Fils GevreyChambertin Clos St. Jacques (51) Domaine Armand Rousseau Père Et Fils Rucho"esChambertin Clos Des Rucho"es (51) 1991 Domaine Robert Chevillon Nuits St. Georges Les Roncières (57)
1993 Domaine Denis Mortet Gevrey-Chambertin (52) 1996 Domaine Denis Mortet Gevrey-Chambertin Lavaux Saint-Jacques (53) Domaine Ghislaine Barthod Chambolle-Musigny Aux Beaux-Bruns (54, 55) Louis Jadot Vosne-Romanée Les Suchots (57) 1998 Faiveley Gevrey-Chambertin Les Cazetiers (14) 1999 Bouchard Père & Fils Vosne-Romanée Aux Reignots (262) Domaine Ghislaine Barthod/Barthod Noëllat Chambolle-Musigny Les Chatelots (56) Joseph Drouhin Vosne-Romanée Les Petits Monts (261) Maison Roche De Bellene Gevrey-Chambertin Vieilles Vignes (267) 2003 Faiveley Nuits St.georges (267) Nicolas Potel Gevrey-Chambertin (267) 2005 Camus Père & Fils Charmes-Chambertin (267) Domaine De La Vougeraie Gevrey-Chambertin Les Evocelles (171) Domaine Michel Gay Et Fils Corton-Renardes Vieilles Vignes (14) 2007 Domaine Alain Burguet Chambertin-Clos De Bèze (12, 13) Lucien Le Moine Chambertin Clos De La Roche (358) 2008 Domaine Armand Rousseau Père Et Fils Chambertin (259) Domaine Armand Rousseau Père Et Fils Chambertin Clos-De Bèze (260)
Rhône Red Châteauneuf-du-Pape 1998 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape (311) 1999 Château La Nerthe Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Des Cade"es (453) E. Guigal Châteauneuf-Du-Pape (452) 2000 Château La Nerthe Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Des Cade"es (453) 2001 Domaine Du Vieux Télégraphe Châteauneuf-DuPape La Crau (95) 2003 M. Chapoutier Châteauneuf-Du-Pape La Bernardine (432) 2006 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape (311) 2007 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape (311) Domaine De La Janasse Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Cuvée Chaupin (399) 2008 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape (311) 2009 Clos Saint-Jean Châteauneuf-Du-Pape La Combe Des Fous (399) Domaine De La Charbonnière Châteauneuf-DuPape Cuvée Spéciale Les Hautes Brusquières (399)
2010 Domaine Taupenot-Merme Clos Des Lambrays (225)
2010 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Hommage À Jacques Perrin (229) Château Rayas Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Pignan Reserve (229)
2011 Domaine Armand Rousseau Père Et Fils Chambertin Clos-De Bèze (226)
2012 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Les Cèdres (173)
2012 Bouchard Père & Fils Chambertin-Clos De Bèze (358) Bouchard Père & Fils Gevrey-Chambertin (267) Domaine Armand Rousseau Charmes-Chambertin (120) Domaine Armand Rousseau Clos De La Roche (121) Domaine Comte Georges De Vogüé ChambolleMusigny (122) Domaine Comte Georges De Vogüé Musigny Cuvée Vieilles Vignes (122) Domaine Dujac Clos Saint-Denis (227)
2014 Paul Avril Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Clos Des Papes (453)
2017 Domaine Robert Arnoux/Arnoux-Lachaux Nuits St. Georges Clos Des Corvées Pagets (228)
Rhône 1989 Bernard Faurie Hermitage Rouge (96) 1990 Bernard Faurie Hermitage Rouge (96) Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle (418) 1991 M. Chapoutier Hermitage Monier De La Sizeranne (453) 1993 M. Chapoutier Ermitage Le Pavillon (175) 1994 E. Guigal Côte Rôtie Brune Et Blonde De Guigal (99)
1995 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle (100)
Spain
1988 Opus One (177)
1996 Patrick Jasmin Côte-Rôtie (175)
Montilla-Moriles, Spain
1989 Opus One (177)
1946 Bodegas Toro Albalá Don Px Convento Selección (130)
1991 Opus One (177)
1997 Clusel-Roch Côte-Rôtie (97) Domaine Marc Sorrel Hermitage Le Gréal (98) Michel & Stephane Ogier Côte-Rôtie (100) 1998 E. Guigal Côte Rôtie (99) 2006 E. Guigal Côte Rôtie (99) 2009 Domaine Auguste Clape Cornas Renaissance (174) E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie Brune Et Blonde (173) Paul Jaboulet Aîné Crozes-Hermitage Domaine De Thalabert (173)
Ribera del Duero, Spain 2005 Bodegas Vega-Sicilia Ribera Del Duero Único (385)
Rioja, Spain 1996 Bodegas Muga Reserva Rioja Selección Especial (451)
2010 Domaine Auguste Clape Cornas Renaissance (174)
2015 Bodegas Lanzaga (Telmo Rodriguez) Rioja Las Beatas (234)
2011 Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage (123) M. Chapoutier Ermitage Rouge Le Méal (383)
2016 Bodegas Lanzaga (Telmo Rodriguez) Rioja Las Beatas (235)
2012 E. Guigal Côte-Rôtie la Turque (383) M. Chapoutier Ermitage Le Pavillon (383)
United States Red
2015 Domaine Jamet Côte Rôtie (231)
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County
2016 Domaine Barge Côte-Rôtie Côte Blonde (230) Domaine Barge Côte-Rôtie Côte Brune (230) Domaine Jamet Côte Rôtie (232)
Rhône White Châteauneuf-du-Pape 2009 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes (124)
2012 Francis Ford Coppola Cabernet Sauvignon Archimedes (268) 2015 Francis Ford Coppola Cabernet Sauvignon Archimedes (268)
Columbia Valley, Washington 2007 Basel Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon M (403) Dunham Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon (403)
Howell Mountain, Napa Valley
2010 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes (124)
2013 Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Dancing Bear Ranch (269)
2011 Château De Beaucastel Châteauneuf-Du-Pape Blanc Vieilles Vignes (124)
Knights Valley, Sonoma County
Rhône
2007 Kendall-Jackson Cabernet Sauvignon Trace Ridge (403)
2011 Domaine Jean-Louis Chave Hermitage Blanc (125)
Napa Valley 1985 Opus One (176) 1986 Opus One (176) 1987 Opus One (176)
1992 Opus One (178) 1993 Opus One (179) Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District (193) 1994 Opus One (179) 1995 Opus One (181, 180) 1997 Cornerstone Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Bea"y Ranch (309) Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon (433) Opus One (182, 183) 1998 Harlan Estate (4) 1999 Bond Matriarch (47, 48, 49) Cain Vineyard & Winery Cain Five (433) Chappellet Cabernet Sauvignon Signature (433) Opus One (185, 184) Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (433) 2000 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (244) Opus One (186, 186) 2001 Dominus Estate (433) Opus One (187) 2002 Opus One (188) Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon (192) 2003 Opus One (189, 189) Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon (192) 2004 Opus One (190) 2005 Opus One (190, 191) Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Jericho Canyon Vineyard (273) 2006 Abreu Howell Mountain (400) Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain (403) Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (436) Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (405)
2007 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (271) Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon (403) Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain (309) Far Niente Cabernet Sauvignon (309, 269) Heitz Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Trailside Vineyard (269) Lail Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon J. Daniel Cuvée (405) Ramey Cabernet Sauvignon Pedregal Vineyard (273) Robert Mondavi Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (406) Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select (274) 2008 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (271) Opus One (5) Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red (405) Philip Togni Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon (406) 2009 Arie"a Cabernet Sauvignon (197) Beaulieu Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon Georges De Latour Private Reserve (269) Etude Cabernet Sauvignon (272) Opus One (5) Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard (402) 2010 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (436, 271) Dominus Estate (1) Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain (405) Opus One (5) 2011 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (436, 271) Cliff Lede Cabernet Sauvignon Stags Leap District (198) Opus One (5) Screaming Eagle Second Flight (6) Shafer Merlot (194) Shafer Relentless (438) 2012 Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon 40th Anniversary (434) Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (271) Dominus Estate (2, 2) Freemark Abbey Cabernet Bosche Rutherford (275) Freemark Abbey Cabernet Sauvignon (275) Opus One (5) Pahlmeyer Proprietary Red (269) Shafer Relentless (438) Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Fay (406) Storybook Mountain Vineyards Zinfandel Eastern Exposures (195) 2013 Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Benchland Select (269) Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon (434, 435) Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (437, 271) Dominus Estate (3) Dunn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Howell Mountain (212) Joseph Phelps Vineyards Insignia (386) Opus One (5) Promontory Red Wine (387)
Shafer Cabernet Sauvignon Hillside Select (386) Shafer Merlot (194) Silverado Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Grown (272) Storybook Mountain Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (195) 2014 Cliff Lede High Fidelity (401) Crossbarn (Paul Hobbs) Cabernet Sauvignon (196) Dominus Estate (240, 1) Frog’s Leap Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Grown Rutherford (197) Opus One (5) Robert Mondavi Winery Maestro (273) Shafer Relentless (438) Silverado Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Geo (272) 2015 Buena Vista Cabernet Sauvignon Chateau Buena Vista (270) Caymus Cabernet Sauvignon Special Selection (271) Dominus Estate (241) Flora Springs Cabernet Sauvignon Family Estate (270) Opus One (5) Shafer Td-9 (273) Silverado Cabernet Sauvignon Estate Grown (272) Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis (272) 2016 Axios Wine Kalaris Cabernet Sauvignon (270) Cakebread Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon (197) Dominus Estate (242) Duckhorn Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (270) Opus One (236, 5) Shafer Td-9 (273) Stag’s Leap Wine Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon Artemis (272) Stag’s Leap Winery Cabernet Sauvignon (197) 2017 Opus One (237) 2018 Dominus Estate (243)
Oakville, Napa Valley 1996 Groth Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (196) 2007 Continuum Proprietary Red (405) Paul Hobbs Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard (404) 2009 Groth Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (275) 2012 Groth Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon (196, 275) Plumpjack Winery Cabernet Sauvignon Estate (406)
Santa Cruz Mountains, California 2010 Ridge Estate Cabernet Sauvignon (276)
Santa Ynez Valley, California 2007 Jonata Winery Fenix (276)
Sonoma County 2007 Stonestreet Cabernet Sauvignon West Ledge (403) 2009 Chalk Hill Estate Red (309) 2011 Anakota Cabernet Sauvignon Helena Dakota Vineyard (197) 2012 Paul Hobbs Pinot Noir Russian River Valley (196) 2015 Arrowood Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve Speciale (268) Rodney Strong Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (268)
Sonoma Valley 2013 Peter Michael Les Pavots (388)
Stags Leap District, Napa Valley 2001 Chimney Rock Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve (245)
United States White Santa Cruz Mountains, California 2007 Mount Eden Vineyards Chardonnay Reserve (276)
White Bordeaux Graves 2007 Château Smith Haut Lafi"e Blanc (258)
Pessac-Léognan
NV Opus One Overture (238, 239)
2008 Château Haut-Brion Blanc (108, 109)
Paso Robles, California
Sauternes
2005 L’aventure Winery Optimus (403)
1998 Château Rieussec (59)
2007 Clos Mimi Syrah Mcginley Vineyard (276)
2006 Château D’yquem (393)
2007 Château Guiraud (58)
2014 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault Perrières (216)
Sauternes-Barsac
2015 Domaine Roulot Meursault Clos Des Bouchères (213)
2006 Château Climens (110) 2013 Château Climens (454)
White Burgundy Burgundy 2000 Maison Leroy Bourgogne Blanc (31)
Chablis 2004 William Fèvre Chablis Bougros Côte Bouguerots (263) William Fèvre Chablis Les Clos (263) 2006 Domaine Servin Les Preuses Chablis (265) 2018 Domaine François Raveneau Chablis Fôret (213)
Côte de Beaune 1999 Domaine De Montille Puligny-Montrachet Le Cailleret (28) 2002 Domaine Roulot Meursault Les Vireuils (18, 17) 2004 Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne (264) Domaine Roulot Meursault Les Vireuils (20, 19) 2005 Domaine Ramonet Bâtard-Montrachet (15, 16) Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault Les Genevrières (26, 25) Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Puligny-Montrachet Les Referts (27) 2006 Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne (264) 2007 Bouchard Père & Fils Corton-Charlemagne (264) Paul Pernot Et Ses Fils Bienvenues-BâtardMontrachet (21, 22) Paul Pernot Et Ses Fils Bâtard-Montrachet (23, 24) 2008 Bonneau Du Martray Corton-Charlemagne (31) Faiveley Puligny-Montrachet (265) 2009 Domaine Des Lambrays Puligny-Montrachet Clos Du Cailleret (29, 30) Domaine Latour-Giraud Meursault Les Narvaux (265) Louis Latour Meursault Les Perrières (31) Louis Latour Puligny-Montrachet Les Truffières (31)
2017 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Corton-Charlemagne (216) 2018 Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Chassagne-Montrachet Les Chenevo"es (216) Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Meursault (214) Pierre-Yves Colin-Morey Pernand-Vergelesses Sous Frétilles (215)
Level / Ullage Descriptions and Interpretations
bn. vts﹒ ts﹒ hs﹒ ms﹒
3 cm 5 cm 7 cm
ls﹒ bs﹒
Bordeaux Levels
Burgundy Levels
For wines in bo!les with defined shoulders, including Bordeaux, Port, and other wines, the level is measured and catalogued as follows:
For wines in bo!les with sloping necks, including Burgundy, German and other wines, the level between the cork and wine is measured and catalogued in centimetres.
BN.
BASE NECK: Perfectly good for any age of wine.
Outstandingly good for a wine of "# years in bo!le, or longer. VTS.
VERY TOP SHOULDER
TS.
TOP SHOULDER: Normal for any Bordeaux "$ years old
or older. HS.
HIGH SHOULDER: Slight natural reduction through
the easing of the cork and evaporation through cork and capsule. Usually no problem. Acceptable for any wine over 20 years old. Exceptional for pre-"%$# wines. MS.
MID SHOULDER: Probably some weakening of the cork
and some risk. Not abnormal for wines &# - (# years of age. Estimates usually take this into account. LS.
LOW SHOULDER: Risky and usually only accepted
for sale if wine or label exceptionally rare or interesting. Always offered with low estimate. BS.
BOTTOM SHOULDER: Not acceptable for sale unless a
rare sort of bo!le. Wine will usually be undrinkable. U.
ULLAGE: Level. Example: (u. 2ts) means 2 bo!les ullaged to top shoulder.
OC.
ORIGINAL CARTON
OWC.
ORIGINAL WOODEN CASE
RC.
RESERVE CHÂTEAU
The condition and drinkability of Burgundy is less affected by ullage than its equivalent from Bordeaux. A+$+-+, cm ullage in a 50-year-old Burgundy can be considered normal, indeed good for age; 3.5-4 cm excellent for age; 7 cm rarely a risk. Example: (u. "x#cm) means 3 bo!les ullaged 5 cm.
Bo!le Sizes HF. BT.
HALF BOTTLE = #-&,$ litres
BT(S).
BOTTLE(S) = #-,$ litres
LTR.
LITRE
MAG.
MAGNUM = "-$ litres, or two regular bo!les
D. MAG. DOUBLE MAGNUM (BORDEAUX, PORT) = & litres JERO.
JEROBOAM (BURGUNDY, CHAMPAGNE) = & litres
JERO.
JEROBOAM (BORDEAUX) = $ litres*
IMP.
IMPÉRIALE (BORDEAUX) = . litres
METH.
METHUSELAH (BURGUNDY, CHAMPAGNE) = . litres
SALM﹒#
SALMANAZAR = % litres
*Up to $%&', jeroboams were generally bo!led in ()#-ltr. bo!les.
Notes and Rating Sources WA
Wine Advocate
WS
Wine Spectator
Special notice: Though every effort is made to describe or measure the levels of older vintages, corks over 20 years old begin to lose their elasticity and levels can change between cataloguing and sale. Old corks have also been known to fail during or after shipment. We therefore repeat that there is always a risk of cork failure with old wines and due allowance must be made for this. Under no circumstances can an adjustment of price or credit be made after delivery except under the terms of the warranty stated in the Conditions of Sale.
Buying at Waddington’s :]bY K]bY Gd]f]hg
All lots will be offered and sold subject to the Conditions of Sale which appear in this catalogue as well as any Glossary and posted or oral announcement. By bidding at auction, bidders are bound by those Conditions and Glossary, as amended by any oral announcement or posted notices, which together form the contract of sale between the successful bidder (buyer), Waddington’s™ and the consignor (seller) of the lot. Descriptions or photographs of lots are not warranties and each lot is sold “as is” in accordance with the Conditions of Sale. CONDITION OF LOTS All of the items are to be considered, unless otherwise noted in the description, in good condition. It is the sole responsibility of the bidder to inquire as to the condition of a lot before bidding. Condition reports are available upon request by phone, fax, email or in person. You are advised to make any requests well in advance of the sale. BUYERS PREMIUM A premium of 20% of the successful bid price of each lot is paid by the buyer as part of the total purchase price. A charge of 13% HST (Harmonized Sales Tax) is applicable on the hammer price and buyer’s premium, except for purchases exported from Canada. In the case where purchases are shipped out of the province of Ontario, the HST or GST is charged based on the tax status of that province. ONLINE AUCTIONS Registration for our online auctions is completed through our website. Once registered, you will be assigned a bidding number for an online auction when you log into your account. You only need to register once to participate in all of our online auctions.
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B
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D
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Selling at Waddington’s Fine Wine & Fine Spirits Waddington’s is dedicated to achieving record prices and the highest sell-through rates for all our clients. We are thrilled to be the only Ontario auction house under the authority of the LCBO to assist wine collectors sell and manage their cellars. As Canada’s leading and most diverse auction company, we have unparalleled access to domestic and international collectors and investors in fine art and luxury goods. Our experienced fine wine and spirit specialists inspect all collections and cellar storage to ensure provenance and sound condition. A thorough analysis of each wine submi"ed allows us to provide timely and accurate appraisals based on current market estimates. THE(CONSIGNMENT(PROCESS Arranging to sell your collection through Waddington’s is a simple process, starting with providing us with a list of items with any relevant additional information such as storage condition and provenance. Upon review of your list, our specialists will advise you on the best plan to proceed to meet your needs, including providing pre-sale estimates. We can also assist in determining the best manner of shipping your collection to our Toronto-based storage facility.
Once onsite, we will inspect each bo"le and catalogue accordingly. The complete auction catalogue will be made available as either a printed catalogue and/or digital catalogue posted online. FEES We charge the vendor a commission based on a percentage of the hammer price on each lot. Please see the standard commission rates below. VENDOR(COMMISSION(PER(CONSIGNMENT( Under $8,000 — 20% $8,001 - $49,999 — 15% $50,000 - $99,999 — 10% $100,000 - $199,999 — 7.5% $200,000 and over — 5% Insurance is charged at 1% of the hammer price. The insurance charge may be waived with proof of independent coverage. NOTICE(FOR(OUR(INTERNATIONAL(CLIENTS Certain states or other countries may impose limitations on the amount of and quantity of alcoholic beverages that can be legally brought into their jurisdiction. Waddington’s is not responsible for obtaining shipping permits or licenses and advise our clients to investigate any possible limitations imposed by their local region.
Conditions of Sale Fine Wine & Fine Spirits
1. Waddington’s conducts auctions of fine wine and rare spirits as agent for the Liquor Control Board of Ontario (the “LCBO”) and all such auctions are authorized by the LCBO. All auction sales shall be deemed to take place in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. 2. All purchasers of alcoholic beverages through an auction must be nineteen (19) years of age or older. Proof of age may be required prior to the transfer of any purchased goods, including, but not limited provision of photo identification. 3. All lots are sold “AS IS”. Any description issued by the auctioneer of an article to be sold is subject to variation to be posted or announced verbally in the auction room prior to the time of sale. While the auctioneer has endeavoured not to mislead in the description issued, and the utmost care is taken to ensure the correct cataloguing of each item, such descriptions are purely statements of opinion and are not intended to constitute a representation to the prospective purchasers and no warranty of the correctness of such description is made. No opportunity of inspection is offered prior to the time of sale. No sale will be set aside on account of lack of correspondence of the article with its description or its reproduction, if any, whether colour or black & white. Some lots are of an age and/or nature which preclude their being in pristine condition and some catalogue descriptions make reference to damage and/or restoration. The lack of such a reference does not imply that a lot is free from defects nor does any reference to certain defects imply the absence of others. 4. Each lot sold is subject to a buyer’s premium of 20% of the successful bid price as part of the purchase price. 5. Unless exempted by law, the buyer is required to pay Harmonized Sales Tax on the total purchase price including the buyer’s premium. For international buyers, taxes are not applicable when purchases are shipped out of country. Items shipped out of Ontario, the buyer is required to
pay taxes as per the tax status of that province, whether it HST or GST (Goods and Services Tax). Purchasers are solely responsible for ensuring that they comply with all laws or regulations in relation to international shipping or the import of alcohol, including, but not limited to the payment of customs charges and duties. 6. The auctioneer reserves the right to withdraw any lot from sale at any time, to divide any lot or to combine any two or more lots at his sole discretion, all without notice. 7. The auctioneer has the right to refuse any bid and to advance the bidding at his absolute discretion. The auctioneer reserves the right not to accept and not to reject any bid. Without limitation, any bid which is not commensurate with the value of the article offered, or which is merely a nominal or fractional advance over the previous bid, may not be recognized. 8. Each lot may be subject to an unpublished reserve which may be changed at any time by agreement between the auctioneer and the consignor. As previously agreed to as between the auctioneer and the consignor, the auctioneer may bid, or direct an employee to bid. In addition, the auctioneer may accept and submit absentee and telephone bids, to be executed by an employee of the auctioneer, pursuant to the instructions of prospective purchasers not in a"endance at the sale. 9. The highest bidder accepted by the auctioneer for any lot shall be the buyer and such buyer shall forthwith assume full risk and responsibility for the lot and must comply with such other Conditions of Sale as may be applicable. If any dispute should arise between bidders the auctioneer shall have the absolute discretion to designate the buyer or, at his option, to withdraw any disputed lot from the sale, or to re-offer it at the same or a subsequent sale. The auctioneer’s decision in all cases shall be final.
10. The auctioneer will notify the successful buyer that they have won the bid. 11. The buyer shall pay for all lots within 48 hours from the date of the sale, a!er which a late charge of 2% per month on the total invoice may be incurred or the auctioneer, in his sole discretion, may cancel the sale. The buyer shall not become the owner of the lot until paid for in full. Items must be removed within 30 days from the date of sale, a!er which storage charges will be incurred at a rate of $4.00 per case per month. 12. Each lot purchased, unless the sale is cancelled as above, shall be held by the auctioneer at his premises or affiliated storage facility at the sole risk of the buyer until fully paid for and taken away. 13. Notwithstanding Section 3, if the buyer, prior to removal of a lot, makes arrangements satisfactory to the auctioneer for the inspection of such lot by a fully qualified person acceptable to the auctioneer to determine the genuineness or authenticity of the lot, to be carried out promptly following the sale of the lot, and if, but only if, within a period of 14 days following the sale a wri"en opinion of such person is presented to the auctioneer to the effect that the lot is not genuine or authentic, accompanied by a wri"en request by the buyer for rescission of the sale, then the sale of the lot will be rescinded and the sale price refunded to the buyer. 14. Payment for purchases must be by INTERAC direct debit (applicable to Canadian in-person clients only), certified cheque (not applicable to U.S. and international sales), travelers cheque, bank dra!, electronic transfer (fee applies), and VISA or Mastercard (up to $25,000). 15. In the event of failure to pay for or remove articles within the time limit set out in Section 11, the auctioneer, without limitation of the rights of the consignor and the auctioneer against the buyer, may resell any of the articles affected, and in such case the original buyer shall be responsible to the auctioneer and the consignor for: A any deficiency in price between the re-sale amount and the amount to have been paid by the original buyer; B charges in relation to the storage of such articles in accordance with Section 11 until payment and removal by the subsequent buyer; and C the amount of commission which the auctioneer would have earned had payment been made in full by the original buyer.
16. It is the responsibility of the buyer to make all arrangements for insuring, packing and removing the Consigned Goods purchased and any assistance by the auctioneer or his servants, agents or contractors, in packing or removal shall be rendered as a courtesy and without any liability to them. 17. The auctioneer acts solely as agent for the consignor and makes no representation as to any a"ribute of, title to, or restriction affecting the articles consigned for sale. 18. The auctioneer reserves the right to refuse admission to the sale or to refuse to recognize any or all bids from any particular person or persons at any auction. 19. If you are a licensee licensed to sell liquor under the Liquor License Act and you purchase alcoholic beverages in an auction to resell pursuant to your license, you must provide Waddington’s with a copy of your license. 20. With respect to our collection of your personal information, you acknowledge the following: A The personal information required is collected on behalf of the LCBO under the authority of Sections 3(1)(b), (n) and (o) and 3(2)(f) of the Liquor Control Act, for the purposes of controlling the purchase and sale of liquor by auction in Ontario.; B The collection of your personal information will be collected in compliance with the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; C We may disclose information relating to the auction, including but not limited to your personal information, to the LCBO. D Consent to disclose your personal information to a third party for storage and certain fulfilment services, strictly limited to the minimum required to validate the pick up of purchased goods. Any questions in relation to the collection of your personal information pursuant to the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act should be forwarded to us and we will forward the question on your behalf to the Manager of Freedom of Information and Privacy at the LCBO.
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