The Evening Sale

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The Evening Sale

Zachys Wine Auctions
The Evening Sale
Wednesday, October 21, 2015 at 6:00 PM
Lots 1– 459
Auction
The Four Seasons Restaurant
99 East 52nd Street
New York City
Sale 1510N193
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Contents
ContentsPage
Contacts For This Auction
3
Introduction4
Auction Highlights 5
Zachys Wine Auctions at The Four Seasons
6
Lots 1–459
7
Buying & Bidding Information
90
Conditions of Sale
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General Catalog Notes
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Collection, Delivery & Storage of Wine
96
Collection & Delivery Form
97
Bidder Pre-Registration Form
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Absentee Bid Form
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Index By Region & Bottle Size
Front Cover Photo: Lots 239-243
Back Cover Photo: Lots 197, 200, 201 & 203
Inside Front Cover Photo: Lot 129
Inside Back Cover Photo: Lots 48, 49, 58 & 59
Designed by
Alisa Lopano
Photography by
Matthew Peyton (www.peyton.com)
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Auction Team and Contacts
Don Zacharia
CEO
Jeff Zacharia
President
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Managing Director –
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Auction Director
Stu Jakub
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The Evening Sale
Jeff Zacharia
President
The wine “Evening Sale” concept was born from the great evening art auctions, which featured
only masterpieces in their respective categories—Impressionist, Contemporary, and so on. These
auctions were the highlight of the fall and spring season in the art world, a “must attend” event,
originally black tie, that set the marketplace for rare art. The idea of the Evening Sale for wine
is the same: a short, focused wine auction, a respite from the multi-day sales that have become
the norm in our industry. A sale so focused that it could be held in a single evening. We’re very
proud of the catalog you hold in your hands. It’s a return to what the Evening Sale should be—
the best of the best.
The tradition of this introductory letter is a breakdown of some of the sale highlights. As I sat
down to write this letter, I realized I was hesitant to follow that convention here because, really,
everything in this auction is a highlight. The wines in the Evening Sale were hand-picked from
the great cellars our specialists have gotten to know over the years. Are there standouts among
the standouts? For sure.
The cornerstone of this auction is one impressive cellar (Lots 239-365). Burgundy is on the tip of
everyone’s tongue in the auction world these days (sometimes literally, though not often enough
for those that love it) and this cellar’s main focus is the Côte d’Or. The DRC offering alone is
phenomenal—40 bottles of Romanée Conti alone, and almost all of it in banded OWC. The
Domaine’s other vineyards are well-represented too, including a vertical of assortments, and
Montrachet. There’s more than that too: Leroy, Leflaive, Jayer, and so on. You probably already
know this if you’re holding this catalog, but I’ll remind those who might not: these wines are
exceptionally rare. There won’t be another opportunity to bid on them, in these quantities, again
in the near future.
I’d be remiss if I didn’t point out some of the other regions represented in the sale. Two imperials
of ’82 Lafite (Lots 12 & 169), magnums of ’61 Gruaud Larose (Lot 56) with excellent provenance,
Madeira from an ancient, storied castle cellar (Lots 452-458), Harlan and Screaming Eagle and
Schrader and Champagne at the height of maturity. I’ll stop there, though, because the real way
for you to take in this impressive offering is to spend some time with the catalog. Peruse it, and
really get a feel for what Zachys has put together for your bidding pleasure.
We look forward to seeing you at the Four Seasons for this landmark sale, one which is already
shaping up to be the event of the fall season. Black tie optional!
Sincerely,
Jeff Zacharia
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Auction Highlights
Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 2002,
2004, 2005, 2008, 2009 & 2012 (Lots 27-32)
•
Pétrus 1995 & 2000 (Lots 4 & 7)
•
Remy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac (Lot 40)
•
Richebourg Domaine Leroy 2009 (Lot 92)
•
Assortment Case Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1990 (Lot 108)
•
Bottles & double magnum (3L) of Pétrus 1982 (Lots 109 & 110)
•
Château d’Yquem 1967 (Lot 112)
•
La Tâche Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2003 (Lot 121)
•
Montrachet Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1978 (Lot 129)
•
La Romanée Liger-Belair 2003 (Lot 131)
•
An imperial (6L) of Château Lafite Rothschild 1982 (Lot 169)
•
Magnums (1.5L) & double magnums (3L) of Le Pin 2005 (Lots 180 & 181)
•
An imperial (6L) of Pétrus 1982 & 2000 (Lots 197 & 201)
•
Dom Pérignon Oenothèque 1970 (Lot 235)
Château Haut Brion 1959 (Lot 99)
•
Assortment Case Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1995 & 1998-2001
(Lots 239-243)
•
La Tâche Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1999 & 2005 (Lots 265 & 270)
•
Romanée Conti Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1990, 1997 & 1999-2009
(Lots 285-300)
•
Chambertin Armand Rousseau 2005 (Lot 327)
•
Chambertin Clos de Bèze Armand Rousseau 1993 (Lot 419)
Salon Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil 1971 &
magnums (1.5L) of 1976 (Lots 393 & 395)
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A New York Legend:
The Grill Room at The Four Seasons Restaurant
Evening Session & Dinner
Wednesday, October 21, 2015
6:00 PM: Auction Begins
Zachys is thrilled to host another auction at The Four Seasons Restaurant,
in the iconic Grill Room. In celebration of Manhattan’s most famous
see-and-be seen venue, Wednesday’s evening session will begin with
champagne and hors d’oeuvres at 5:30 PM and feature a festive BYOB
dinner, starting at 7:00 PM, highlighting the kitchen’s classic dishes.
As with all Zachys auctions, we welcome guests to bring wines from their
own collection free of corkage charge to enjoy with The Four Seasons
Restaurant's sumptuous three-course dinner. Dinner is for registered
bidders only; advance reservations are required. $150 per person, tax and
tip included.
We look forward to serving you.
Reservations Required for Auction Dinner
Registered auction bidders only.
For reservations and pre-registration contact
914.448.3026 or [email protected].
The Four Seasons Restaurant 99 East 52nd Street, New York City
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The Evening Sale
October 21, 2015
The Four Seasons Restaurant
New York City
Lots 1–459
Lots
Lot 45
THE
evening
Fine Mature Claret and Burgundy
SALE
(Lots 1-10)
From a much larger collection sold in Zachys September auction, this tranche consists of the top wines from this consignor. The
strength here is the ’00 Bordeaux—Lafite, Latour, Mouton and Pétrus—but don’t miss out on the Burgundy. Only two lots, but both
are Romanée Conti, one ’93 and one ’99. Buy them both and have yourself a comparative tasting. This collector has been buying
from Zachys for over thirty years. Bid with confidence.
BORDEAUX
Pétrus 1975
Pomerol
six top shoulder, six upper shoulder, lightly bin-soiled
labels, six lightly nicked label, five lightly wine-stained
labels, six lightly wrinkled labels, one crowned capsule,
lightly corroded capsules
“Extremely full-bodied, ferociously tannic, but awesomely
concentrated...98.” WA 2/96.
per lot US$13,000-20,000
112 bottles
“
SPECIALIST’S CHOICE: LOT 2
The first time I had this wine it came from
the cellar of a world-renowned steak house in
NY. It was a gift from the owner to the Zachys
team. That gesture was almost as grand as
the taste of this bottle.” Stuart Jakub
Château Latour 1990
Pauillac, Premier Cru Classé
ten bottom neck or better, two very top shoulder, lightly
wrinkled labels
“It has plenty of sweetness as well as a gorgeous, rich
fruitiness...plenty of sweet, ripe currant fruitiness, abundant glycerin, and full body...95+.” WA 6/09.
212 bottles
per lot US$7000-11,000
original wood case
“The palate is wonderfully fleshy and opulent with velvety,
approachable tannins and a long finish...96.” WA 11/12.
per lot US$5000-7500
312 bottles
Pétrus 1995
Pomerol
original wood case
"Unquestionably one of the vintage's superstars...On the
palate, it possesses teeth-staining extract levels, massive
body, and rich, sweet black fruits buttressed by powerful,
noticeable tannin...96." WA 2/98.
412 bottles
per lot US$18,000-28,000
8
Château Lafite Rothschild 1998
original wood case
"...close to perfection...the wine is spectacularly layered
yet never heavy. The finish is sweet, super-rich, yet impeccably balanced and long...98." WA 4/01.
512 bottles
Château Margaux 2000
Margaux, Premier Cru Classé
banded original wood case
"...extraordinary seductiveness, complex aromatics, and
purity...Medium-bodied, with layers of concentration,
stunning blue, red, and black fruits intermixed with spring
flowers...100." WA 6/10.
per lot US$7500-11,000
612 bottles
Pétrus 2000
Pomerol
original wood case
"This is a remarkable wine that seems slightly more structured and massive than the 1998...100." WA 6/10.
per lot US$18,000-28,000
76 bottles
Château La Mission Haut Brion 2000
Pessac Léognan, Cru Classé
original wood case
"...the wine is pure, deep, sumptuously textured, full-bodied, powerful...100." WA 6/10.
812 bottles
BURGUNDY
Romanée Conti Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1993
Côte de Nuits, Grand Cru
3.5cm, bin-soiled label
"...flavors are intense, precise, powerful and linear on the
admirably long finish...92." BH 4/08.
per lot US$8000-12,000
91 bottle
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“As seductive as the nose is and as awe-inspiring as the
flavors are, the finish lasts literally for minutes, indeed I
could still taste it the next day...98.” BH 4/07.
per lot US$10,000-15,000
101 bottle
THE
evening
SALE
Large Format Legends from Bordeaux
(Lots 11-26)
The wines in this section have been assembled over the past several decades by a longtime customer of Zachys. He is a passionate
connoisseur of fine French wine with a particular focus on large format bottles. The best thing about big bottles is that they’re big.
But big bottles take up a lot of room, and this consignor has decided it’s time for some prudent cellar pruning to make room in
the cellar. All wines have been stored in temperature-controlled conditions. Highlights include a 6L and a magnum of ’82 Lafite, a
magnum of ’82 Latour, and a lovely bottle of ’93 Echézeaux from the inimitable Henri Jayer.
BORDEAUX
Château Lafite Rothschild
Lot 11: bottom neck, tissue paper adhered to lightly binsoiled, nicked and scuffed label
Lot 12: bottom neck, lightly glue-stained label, original
wood case
Provenance: Hart Davis Hart
"The gorgeous aromatics are followed by a full-bodied,
plump, rich, fleshy wine with low acidity...97+." WA 6/09.
111 magnum (1.5L)
121 imperial (6L)
per lot US$18,000-28,000
damaged original wood case
tissue-stained label
“Full-bodied, with a solid core of tannins and a long, silky
finish. Still holding back, but is concentrated and powerful...96.” WS 2010.
131 imperial (6L)
Lot 15: original wood case missing lid
"...may be the biggest, largest-scaled Lafite I have ever
tasted...extremely powerful and full-bodied, with remarkable complexity...extract and richness, yet has managed to
preserve its quintessentially elegant personality...100." WA
4/99.
141 jeroboam (5L)
151 imperial (6L)
10
Lot 16: lightly scuffed labels, one lightly wine-stained label
Lot 17: six lightly bin-soiled labels, five lightly scuffed
labels, one marked label, three different importers
Lot 18: one with tissue-stained label, includes 6-pack original wood case
Lot 19: different importers
Lot 20: original wood case with damaged lid
"...it reveals extraordinary richness, opulence, power,
purity, intensity, and viscosity...100.” WA 4/06.
per lot US$7500-11,000
1612 bottles
1712 bottles
per lot US$7500-11,000
183 magnums (1.5L)
193 double magnums (3L)
per lot US$7000-10,000
201 imperial (6L)
per lot US$6000-10,000
bottom neck or better, lightly bin-soiled labels
"It is an amazing wine, and on several occasions, I have
actually picked it as a right bank Pomerol...Don’t miss it if
you are a wine lover...100." WA 6/09.
per lot US$8500-12,000
213 magnums (1.5L)
THE
evening
SALE
BURGUNDY
Echézeaux Henri Jayer for Georges Jayer 1993
lightly scuffed and wine-stained label
"...beautifully complex, intense, pure, medium weight flavors of impressive density and length...93." BH 11/05.
221 bottle
Bonnes Mares Comte Georges de Vogüé 2008
two 6-pack original wood cases
four tissue-stained labels, two lightly scuffed labels,
"The sheer depth, density and incisiveness of the fruit is fabulous. Expressive floral notes round out the finish...95." WA 5/11.
2312 bottles
Musigny Vieilles Vignes Comte Georges de Vogüé 2008
original wood case
"The explosive bouquet literally jumps from the glass, followed by deep, beautifully delineated layers of fruit. This
shows terrific concentration and depth, dazzling finesse...It
is an eternal wine...97." WA 5/11.
246 bottles
original wood case
"There is a weightless intensity to the Musigny that is achingly gorgeous. Waves of flavor continue to build towards
the sexy, racy finish as the 2009 shows off its pedigree. The
2009 will always be an exuberant Musigny...97." WA 4/12.
256 bottles
“
While studying at the Culinary Institute of
America at Greystone, I had the amazing
opportunity to taste wine from a number of
iconic California producers. As Napa as my
backyard, I was surrounded by the best of
the best – including Dominus. I’ve always
found the power and complexity of this wine
outstanding with profound potential for aging.” Santosh Varghese
CALIFORNIA
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Dominus Estate 1994
Napa Valley
original wood case with damaged lid
signs of old seepage
"...incredibly fragrant nose of jammy black fruits, spice,
smoke, and loamy, truffle-like scents...full-bodied, with
thrilling levels of extract and richness...99." WA 12/97.
one 6 liter
Lot 22
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THE
evening
SALE
Pristine Screaming Eagle from a Fastidious Collector (Lots 27-32)
This short, concise offering of mailing list-direct Screaming Eagle comes to the Evening Sale from a frequent consignor to Zachys
and a collector of wines from all of the world’s great wine producing regions. This offering is short and sweet: OWC Screaming
Eagle from 2002 to 2012 all removed from temperature-controlled professional wine storage for this auction.
Lots 27-32
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THE
evening
SALE
CALIFORNIA
Screaming Eagle’s Broad Wingspan
It’s rare. It’s expensive. And there’s a mystique about it. But Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon is no pretender. It’s the real thing,
and it deserves to be considered among Napa Valley’s prestige wines...
You can’t make wine this magnificent without fabulous grapes, and Screaming Eagle clearly comes from a spectacular vineyard…
On the east side of Oakville, near the Oakville Crossroad…while ripening Cabernet (and smaller amounts of Merlot and Cabernet
Franc) is routinely easy in this area, one of the trademarks of Oakville Cabernet is that the wines often display an herbal quality that
manifests itself in a variety of subtleties, including hints of anise, sage, dusty berry, cedar and occasionally a whiff of new leather and
tar. You find these shades of herb in Cabernets like Heitz Martha’s Vineyard (grown on the west side of Oakville), with its signature
minty currant personality, or Groth, which is one of the cooler sites on the valley floor. Screaming Eagle captures the best of all these
elements. It also epitomizes exquisite balance, managing both to be enormously complex and concentrated, yet elegantly styled, with
a smooth, polished texture.
James Laube, Wine Spectator, November 3, 2005
Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 2002
Napa Valley
includes 3-pack original wood case
"...with a gorgeously pure nose of creme de cassis with
a hint of sweet cherry, licorice, and smoke, this wine is
beautifully voluptuous, full-bodied, yet incredibly elegant...99." WA 2/05.
272 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"The finesse and silkiness of the tannin is something that
is truly unique among the world’s great wines...A delicate,
classy finish lets the sheer purity of the fruit come through
beautifully...97." WA 12/11.
303 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"...full-bodied, opulent, and voluptuous...beautiful nose
of graphite, blackberry, and creme de cassis that has that
extraordinary purity and intensity that seems to be a hallmark of Screaming Eagle...96." WA 12/06.
283 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"A wine of remarkable precision...A translucent, weightless
finish rounds things out in style...98." WA 12/12.
313 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"...classic sweet creme de cassis notes interwoven with
subtle notes of graphite, pain grille, and a hint of smoldering embers, the wine has fabulous fruit, is full-bodied, but
at the same time exquisitely elegant...97." WA 12/07.
292 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"What complexity. Precision and decadence plus layers of
sexy fruit. A new benchmark for Napa Valley. This is the
new legend...100." JS 7/15.
323 bottles
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THE
evening
SALE
Burgundy’s Elite From The Cellar of A Passionate Collector
(Lots 33-39)
The following “who’s who” from Burgundy is a mere selection from the collection of a truly passionate New York Connoisseur. Over
the past decade, he has amassed a wonderful collection of gems from some of the top producers in the region. He carefully selected
the wines included for sale tonight, knowing they would be going to the homes of like-minded passionate collectors. Included
for sale are two incredible mixed lots of Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques from two of Burgundy’s elite; Armand Rousseau and
Domaine Fourrier. Not to be missed, a three-bottle lot of Musigny from Jacques Frédéric Mugnier. This passionate collector was
previously featured in our La Paulée de New York 2015 Auction where his collection of Burgundy was very well received. We are
thrilled to welcome back a longtime Zachys client and friend with this beautifully focused collection. All wines were purchased
from reputable auction houses and retailers in the Northeast and stored in professional storage until removal for auction.
BURGUNDY
Chambolle Musigny Les Amoureuses JF Mugnier 1999
Côte de Nuits, Premier Cru
three marked labels
"A very elegantly styled Amoureuses, finishing with fine
tannins and lingering perfume...90-93." IWC 3/01.
339 bottles
Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques Armand Rousseau
Chambolle Musigny Les Amoureuses JF Mugnier 2002
"Wonderfully sweet and perfumed in the mouth, with silky
flavors of red berries and flowers. Dense, juicy and broad
wine, finishing with very fine tannins and unflagging flavor...92-95." IWC 3/04.
348 bottles
38
Chambolle Musigny Les Amoureuses Robert Groffier 2005
five lightly marked labels, four lightly scuffed labels, two
nicked labels, three different importers
"As it almost always is, this is wonderfully elegant with an
airy mix of highly spiced and seductive black fruit aromas
of impressive depth...93." BH 1/08.
3512 bottles
Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques Vieilles Vignes
Domaine Fourrier
Musigny JF Mugnier
36
•1990 (1)
1.5cm, lightly bin-soiled label
•1991 (1)
damp-stained and nicked label
•1993 (1)
lightly torn label
above 3 bottles
37
•Bonnes Mares 1993
(2)
lightly scuffed labels, one torn label
•Chambolle Musigny Amoureuses 2002
(2)
one marked label
above 4 bottles
•1996 (2)
lightly bin-soiled labels
•1999 (2)
lightly scuffed labels
•2001 (2)
one damp-stained label
•2002 (2)
•2003 (2)
one lightly marked label
•2004 (2)
•2005 (2)
one lightly nicked label
•2006 (2)
above 16 bottles
per lot US$7000-11,000
39
•1999 (2)
Provenance: Zachys
•2001 (3)
•2002 (1)
lightly scuffed label, Provenance: Zachys
•2004 (4)
•2005 (2)
one marked label
•2006 (6)
two chipped wax capsules
•2008 (1)
lightly marked and scuffed label
above 19 bottles
Georges Roumier
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THE
Louis XIII Black Pearl
evening
SALE
(Lot 40)
The Louis XIII Black Pearl is bottled in a Baccarat decanter plated with thin layered layers of titanium, carbon, and gold. This rare
bottling was limited to 786 total, in the world, and is very difficult to find. It was originally purchased from a reputable retailer, and
stored in the closed presentation case.
COGNAC
Remy Martin Louis XIII Black Pearl Cognac
Cognac
original presentation case
1.5cm, Baccarat crystal decanter and stopper, 40% ABV,
bottle #419/786
401 bottle
per lot US$15,000-24,000
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THE
evening
SALE
Young DRC in Banded Six Pack Original Wood Cases
from a Renowned Collector (Lots 41-44)
These few lots come from one of the most amazing cellars and collectors in America. This consignor has been buying DRC and
other top wines on release for over forty years and has amassed an exquisite cellar of the some of the finest and certainly rarest
wines in the country.
These four cases of DRC are just the tip of the iceberg and were acquired on release via a long standing allocation with a
prominent retailer.
BURGUNDY
Romanée St Vivant Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2006
"Iris, buddleia, and musky narcissus-like floral perfume;
ripe purple plum and blackberry; sassafras and licorice;
along with smoked meat and a hoisin-like amalgam of
spices and soy all waft alluringly from the glass...95." WA
12/09.
416 bottles
Richebourg Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2007
"...supple, round and tautly muscled broad-shouldered
flavors that are almost as pure as those of the RSV, all
wrapped in a detailed, focused and almost painfully
intense finish brimming with minerality and striking
length...93." BH 1/10.
426 bottles
16
"An ultra elegant, pure and quite delicately fruited and
spiced nose that is extremely fresh, floral and expansive...94." BH 1/10.
436 bottles
Grands Echézeaux Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2009
"This is almost always a very substantial wine but it is
huge in 2009 and I think that it's safe to observe that the
'09 GE is impressive as hell, even relative to a wine that
makes achieving reference standard quality look commonplace...95." BH 1/12.
446 bottles
THE
evening
SALE
Property of a Gentleman:
1990 Romanée Conti (Lot 45)
A single bottle of a legendary wine. Note the fill level and
label condition: this bottle is pristine. The bottle came
from an assortment case that was consumed over the years
with friends and wine lovers.
BURGUNDY
1.5cm
"This is a dramatic wine in every sense of the word yet it's
not at all showy but rather discreet and understated...99."
BH 1/08.
451 bottle
per lot US$12,000-18,000
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THE
A Long List of Luminaries
evening
SALE
(Lots 46-83)
1961 looms large in the minds of those who enjoy claret. Latour is usually called out as one of the greats of a vintage—a wine
that almost always makes its way to “wines of the century” and “wines to try before you die” lists. Our consignor would likely
agree, but he would also point you towards ’61 Gruaud Larose. A wine that doesn’t get as many accolades, but does receive praise
from true connoisseurs of mature claret. The magnums in this selection were only released from this cellar because the consignor
has enough of the wine to last him. The other wines in this selection are some of the best from their regions and vintages, too.
The legendary ’89 Haut Brion, large format ’96 Lafite and Latour, ’98 Pétrus, ’90 Beauséjour Duffau Lagarrosse, 1990 Hommage
à Jacques Perrin… the list goes on and on. Each of these is a treasure. To have the opportunity to purchase them all in the same
auction is nearly unprecedented.
BORDEAUX
bottom neck or better, lightly bin-soiled and damp-stained
labels
"It is an amazing wine, and on several occasions, I have
actually picked it as a right bank Pomerol...Don’t miss it if
you are a wine lover...100." WA 6/09.
462 magnums (1.5L)
Château Mouton Rothschild 1982
original wood case
into neck, lightly bin-soiled labels
"The creme de cassis, underlying floral note, full-bodied
power, extraordinary purity, multilayered texture, and finish of over a minute are a showcase for what this Château
accomplished in 1982...100." WA 6/09.
per lot US$11,000-17,000
476 magnums (1.5L)
Château Haut Brion 1989
Pessac Léognan, Premier Cru Classé
original wood case
2cm or better
Parcel: lots 48 & 49
"This is unbelievable. Greatest Haut Brion ever made...fullbodied, with an amazing concentration of fruit and velvety
tannins. The finish goes on for minutes...100." WS 5/99.
4812 bottles
per lot US$12,000-18,000
4912 bottles
per lot US$12,000-18,000
original wood case
tasted...extremely powerful and full-bodied, with remarkable complexity...extract and richness, yet has managed to
preserve its quintessentially elegant personality...100." WA
4/99.
per lot US$9500-14,000
18
original wood case
nicked label
"A spectacular Latour...This massive offering possesses
unreal levels of extract, full body, intensely ripe, but abundant tannin...99." WA 6/00.
511 imperial (6L)
Pétrus 1998
Pomerol
one lightly torn label, two nicked labels
"...a virtually perfect Pétrus...enormous, with huge volume,
an unctuous texture, sensational concentration, and a
closed, muscular style...98." WA 4/00.
per lot US$24,000-36,000
5212 bottles
original wood case
Provenance: Sotheby's
"The wine is rich, medium to full-bodied, but has that
ethereal elegance and purity that is always Lafite...98+."
WA 6/10.
per lot US$12,000-18,000
original wood case
four lightly bin-soiled labels, one lightly damp-stained label
Provenance: Zachys, October 20, 2011 Lot 383
“...subtle smoke, loads of minerals, a hint of vanilla,
and plenty of creme de cassis as well as roasted meat
and a slight scorched earth character. Broad, savory, and
rich...98.” WA 6/10.
5412 bottles
per lot US$9000-13,000
original wood case
"A rich, tannic, earthy style, with loads of creme de cassis
and floral notes...a full-bodied wine with plenty of coffee,
earth, chocolatey notes...96+." WA 6/10.
5512 bottles
per lot US$13,000-19,000
Lots 48, 49, 58, 59
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Château Gruaud Larose 1961
St Julien, Deuxième Cru Classé
original wood case
one 2.5cm, two 3cm, two 3.5cm, one 6cm, lightly binsoiled labels, two lightly scuffed labels, one lightly torn
label, four torn capsules
Provenance: Sotheby's London, June 27 & 28, 2001 ''The
Great Collection"
"This is claret at its most decadent...96." WA 10/94.
566 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$8500-13,000
Château Gruaud Larose 1982
St Julien, Deuxième Cru Classé
original wood case
into neck
"...a huge, full-bodied, weighty, rich wine whose tannins
are getting silkier and silkier...98." WA 6/09.
original wood case
into neck
Lot 58: three lightly bin-soiled labels, two lightly nicked
labels
Lot 59: two lightly bin-soiled labels, one nicked label, two
with importer tags adhered to labels
"...this fresh, lively, blockbuster La Mission appears to be
one of those rare wines that never goes through a closed,
unfriendly stage...100." WA 8/12.
5812 bottles
per lot US$8500-12,000
5912 bottles
per lot US$8500-12,000
Château Beauséjour Duffau Lagarrosse 1990
St Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé (b)
original wood case
into neck, lightly bin-soiled label
"One of the most singular Bordeaux I have ever tasted, it
verges on being port-like, but it pulls back because of the
extraordinary minerality and laser-like focus...100." WA 6/09.
601 jeroboam (5L)
Château Troplong Mondot 1990
St Emilion, Grand Cru Classé
original wood case
into neck, lightly bin-soiled label
"Rich and full-bodied with lavish fruit, high glycerin, low
acidity, and stunning purity...98." WA 6/09.
611 jeroboam (5L)
original wood case
"Deep blue/purple, with a nose of creme de cassis, floral
scents, graphite, and subtle smoke, the wine is pure, deep,
sumptuously textured, full-bodied, powerful...100." WA 6/10.
6212 bottles
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Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes Domaine Ponsot 2005
original wood case
four lightly scuffed labels
"...powerful flavors...hugely proportioned yet impeccably
balanced finish...99." BH 1/08.
6312 bottles
per lot US$7000-10,000
five with Italian importer strips, two different importers
"...supple flavors that convey a remarkable sense of energy
and power on the almost unbelievably intense, focused and
structured finish that seems to go on and on...99." BH 1/08.
6412 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
La Tâche Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2006
“...round and rich while remaining wonderfully defined
and precise with more minerality coming to the fore than
any of the prior wines displayed...96.” BH 1/09.
656 bottles
per lot US$8500-12,000
RHÔNE
Châteauneuf du Pape Hommage a Jacques Perrin
Château Beaucastel 1990
Rhône
two 2cm or better, one 3cm, lightly scuffed labels, one
lightly torn label
"...super-concentrated, mammoth-sized wine...100." WA 2/96.
663 magnums (1.5L)
Côte Rôtie La Mouline Guigal 1991
Rhône
original wood case
"...appears to be another perfect wine in the making...The
wine exhibits superb density...100." WA 6/96.
6712 bottles
Châteauneuf du Pape Cuvée da Capo Pegau 1998
Rhône
original wood case
"...shows extraordinary precision and definition. It is still a
massive wine...unctuously textured, but with zesty acidity
and sweet tannin...100." WA 6/10.
686 bottles
Rhône
original wood case
"...fabulously concentrated with a tremendous purity and
seamlessness...A wine of singular greatness...100." WA 6/03.
6912 bottles
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one 6-pack original wood case, one 6-pack original wood
case with damaged lid
Provenance: Zachys
"...has virtually everything you could ever want in a profound Châteauneuf du Pape...100." WA 2/04.
7012 bottles
Rhône
original wood case
Lot 71: signs of old seepage
"...one of the single greatest wines I have ever tasted...100+." WA 3/06.
711 jeroboam (3L)
721 salmanazar (9L)
CHAMPAGNE
Louis Roederer Cristal 1996
Champagne
two 3-pack original cartons
"This has weight yet a sensation of weightlessness thanks
to its seamless texture and harmony...Great structure for
aging...94." WS 11/03.
736 magnums (1.5L)
ITALY
Sperss Gaja 1997
Piedmont
lightly bin-soiled labels, three lightly nicked labels
Provenance: Zachys, December 6, 2012 Lot 2045
"Another virtually perfect effort is the 1997 Sperss...multidimensional, opulent, full-bodied palate...99." WA 6/01.
746 magnums (1.5L)
Barolo Riserva Rocche di Falletto Bruno Giacosa 2004
Piedmont
scuffed labels
"Ripe, sensual, and utterly spellbinding...offers superb
elegance and pedigree...99+." WA 10/09.
7512 bottles
Masseto 2004
Tuscany
individual original wood cases
library release for Christie's in 2014
"Full-bodied and powerful, with layers of chewy tannins
and a long, flawless finish. Compact and dense, yet racy
and refined...98." WS 10/07.
766 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$7500-12,000
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Napa Valley
"Opulent, full-bodied, and extraordinarily rich, yet somehow remaining light on its feet...glorious purity and fragrance...98." WA 2/05.
772 bottles
Harlan Estate 2002
Napa Valley
"...profoundly complex...it literally has everything one
could ever want in a great Cabernet Sauvignon-based
wine...This prodigious offering is worth mortgaging the
farm!...100." WA 12/05.
7812 bottles
per lot US$8500-12,000
Napa Valley
lightly nicked labels
"...beautifully voluptuous, full-bodied, yet incredibly
elegant...99." WA 2/05.
792 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
Provenance: Zachys, September 17, 2008 Lot 179
802 bottles
Harlan Estate 2007
Napa Valley
Provenance: Zachys, September 27, 2012 Lot 1047
“...it is a splendidly opulent, pure wine with a skyscraperlike texture as well as stunningly deep fruit that expands
gracefully across the palate. The finish lasts nearly a full
minute...100.” WA 12/10.
816 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$8000-12,000
Napa Valley
original wood case
"Full-bodied and seductive, the 2007 conquers all of the
senses with its head spinning, beautiful personality...100."
WA 12/12.
823 bottles
Sloan Proprietary Red 2007
Napa Valley
"Full-bodied and seamlessly constructed with a multidimensional mouthfeel as well as a phenomenal finish, this
2007 carries considerable tannin, but at present it is concealed by the wine’s luxurious levels of fruit, glycerin and
intensity...100." WA 12/10.
8312 bottles
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Fine Grands Crus, Guigals, and Blanc de Noirs
(Lots 84-97)
From a respected connoisseur in the Northeast comes this concise consignment of ’09 Grands Crus from Madame Leroy, Guigal’s
single vineyard wines from the monumental ’03 vintage, and a full case of the exceptionally rare Bollinger Vieilles Vignes
Françaises.
BURGUNDY
3.5cm, one glue-stained monopole tag, Interdiction USA
stamped labels, one with signs of old seepage
"There is fine length here and the power is impressive...93." BH 9/05.
per lot US$10,000-15,000
843 magnums (1.5L)
two lightly bin-soiled labels
"...unbelievably refined flavors that seem crafted from silk
and lace, culminating in a linear, mouth coating finish that
detonates like a bomb and lasts and lasts...95." BH 1/07.
855 bottles
per lot US$7000-10,000
Domaine Leroy
Richebourg Domaine Leroy 2008
original wood case
"The floral character that many of the Leroy '08s display
is even more prominent here, indeed I would say that
it is perhaps the most floral suffused wine in the entire
range...95." BH 1/11.
per lot US$7000-11,000
866 bottles
Chambertin Domaine Leroy 2009
one lightly marked label, two lightly scuffed labels, signs of
old seepage
"There is perhaps even more minerality present on the
highly energetic and flat out painfully intense flavors that
possess truly formidable size and weight with superb mid
-palate concentration...98." BH 1/12.
per lot US$9500-15,000
873 bottles
Clos de la Roche Domaine Leroy 2009
four with signs of old seepage
"...wonderfully rich, lavish, indeed even opulent broadscaled flavors that possess perfectly mature phenolics...97." BH 1/12.
886 bottles
per lot US$7500-12,000
Clos de Vougeot Domaine Leroy 2009
original wood case
one lightly nicked label, one scuffed label, seven with signs
of old seepage
"This too is among the very best examples of Clos de
Vougeot that I have ever tasted chez Leroy and this
includes comparisons to the astonishing 2002 and 2008
versions...97." BH 1/12.
8912 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
Latricières Chambertin Domaine Leroy 2009
"It is a rich, dazzling Burgundy endowed with tons of class
and sheer personality. The fruit shows multiple dimensions
of expression in a rich, textured style that is immensely
appealing...95." WA 11/11.
906 bottles
Musigny Domaine Leroy 2009
lightly damp-stained label and vintage tag, signs of old
seepage
"...a kaleidoscopically expansive nose of breathtaking
complexity that leads to focused, powerful and incredibly
concentrated flavors that possess explosive yet controlled
focus on the massively long finish that just doesn't seem to
stop...98." BH 1/12.
911 bottle
per lot US$6000-10,000
original wood case
one chipped wax capsule partially reveals cork, ten with
"There is the usual excellent richness and intensity to the
mineral-inflected broad-shouldered flavors that possess
excellent concentration and length...95." BH 1/12.
per lot US$26,000-40,000
9212 bottles
Vosne Romanée Cros Parantoux Meo-Camuzet 2010
"The 2010 Cros Parantoux is simply stunning...On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied, pure and very elegant,
with a sappy core of fruit, very refined structural elements,
a reserved personality, suave tannins and magical length
and grip on the seamless and utterly transcendental finish.
Glorious wine...96+." JBG 1/12.
935 bottles
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Côte Rôtie La Landonne Guigal 2003
Rhône
one lightly nicked label, one lightly scuffed label
Provenance: Zachys, October 20 & 21, 2011 Lot 1755
"...the purity, the richness, the texture, the length are all
out of this world...100." WA 4/07.
9412 bottles
Rhône
original wood case
three lightly scuffed labels, four scuffed labels
"...enormous full-bodied opulence and striking velvety,
seamless texture make for one of the most memorable
wines...100." WA 4/07.
9512 bottles
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Côte Rôtie La Turque Guigal 2003
Rhône
original wood case
three lightly bin-soiled labels, one lightly scuffed label
"Powerful, thick flavors ooze across the palate with a viscous texture, amazing purity, and just enough acidity and
tannin to give uplift and precision to this remarkable tour
de force in winemaking...100." WA 4/07.
9612 bottles
CHAMPAGNE
Bollinger Vieilles Vignes Françaises Blanc de Noirs 2002
Champagne
individual original wood cases in original carton
"It is a once in a lifetime treat for most mortals!...98." WA
11/12.
per lot US$6500-10,000
9712 bottles
A magnificent, ultra-rare, incredibly rich and intense 1959 Pétrus. Having had the privilege to taste it from a
cellar of an esteemed European collector, I wondered if I will ever have the chance to see this bottle again. And here
it is, a rare opportunity to acquire a gem!” Adriana Sadowska
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Mature Classics from a Distinguished Gentleman
(Lots 98-108)
For those that enjoy their claret with a bit of age, this consignment is the one to bid on. Much of this auction is Burgundy and
Bordeaux from the last thirty years, but here we delve into the ‘40s and ‘50s, with not-often-auctioned ’52 Pétrus, a rare case of ’59
Haut Brion, and Latour and Margaux from the ’85 and ’86 vintages.
BORDEAUX
Pétrus 1952
Pomerol
just below top shoulder, deteriorated, torn, lightly bin-soiled
and damp-stained labels, one with tissue paper adhered to
label, lightly oxidized capsules, one torn capsule partially
reveals cork
"...finely textured, combining power and flesh; its sweetness and high alcoholic content masking its sustaining tannin...HHHHH." MB 4/00.
982 bottles
Graves, Premier Cru Classé
one 3cm, one 3.5cm, four 4cm, three 4.5cm, two 5cm,
one 5.5cm, one lightly marked label, one lightly nicked
label, one lightly scuffed label, one lightly wine-stained
label, three lightly bin-soiled labels, seven lightly corroded
capsules
"Sensational. Mature, generous and deep, a many-layered
wine that shows sweet berry and chocolate flavors under a
layer of slightly scratchy tannins...98." WS 4/97.
9912 bottles
per lot US$15,000-22,000
Pétrus 1959
Pomerol
bottom neck or better, bin-soiled and damp-stained labels,
one deteriorated label, one heavily deteriorated label, one
heavily torn label, one loose label, one cut capsule reveals
vintage branded cork, negociant bottled
"A monumental wine, with lots of structure...Fullbodied...97." WS 10/90.
1002 bottles
two bottom neck or better, one very top shoulder, three
top shoulder, lightly bin-soiled labels, two lightly nicked
labels
"...offers up an extraordinary nose of caramelized herbs,
smoke, cedar, pen ink, black currants, and earth. The gorgeous aromatics are followed by a full-bodied, plump,
rich, fleshy wine with low acidity...97+." WA 6/09.
1016 bottles
per lot US$10,000-15,000
original wood case
six very top shoulder, five top shoulder, one just below top
shoulder
"Full-bodied, with soft, velvety tannins and a long, ultraripe fruit finish...93." WS 8/00.
10212 bottles
Lot 99
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original wood case
bottom neck or better unless noted
Lot 103: five very top shoulder, two top shoulder, six lightly
damp-stained labels, one lightly nicked label
Lot 104: three very top shoulder, four top shoulder, one
just below top shoulder, one lightly nicked label
"Very full-bodied, with high but sweet tannin, great purity,
and a very masculine, full-bodied style, this wine should
prove nearly immortal...98." WA 1/03.
10312 bottles
10412 bottles
original wood case
Lot 105: one bottom neck, three very top shoulder, five top
shoulder, three just below top shoulder, five lightly dampstained labels, two lightly nicked labels, one lightly torn
label, one with importer adhered to label
Lot 106: two very top shoulder, one top shoulder, nine just
below top shoulder, two lightly damp-stained labels, one
lightly nicked label, two lightly scuffed labels, one marked
label
"I can’t see how this could possibly be improvement so
have no alternative but concede perfection...100." WA
5/09.
10512 bottles
10612 bottles
original wood case
WA 6/10.
per lot US$12,000-18,000
10712 bottles
BURGUNDY
Assortment Case Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1990
original wood case
2cm or better
one Romanée Conti (wine-stained monopole tag,
depressed cork, signs of old seepage), three La Tâche
(one depressed cork, two with signs of old seepage),
two Richebourg, three Romanée St Vivant (signs of old
seepage), one Grands Echézeaux (depressed cork), two
Echézeaux (signs of old seepage)
1081 case
per lot US$36,000-55,000
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A Selection from the Cellar of a True Connoisseur (Lots 109-112)
We are thrilled to present the following lots which come to us courtesy of a close, longtime friend of Zachys. Zachys is privileged
to have worked closely with this New York collector for many years, and he is known to the company as a true connoisseur and
friend. Highlighting this offering is a double magnum (3L) of Pétrus 1982 and a full case of d’Yquem 1967 (750ML). All wine was
stored impeccably in professional storage.
BORDEAUX
Pétrus 1982
Pomerol
Lot 109: bottom neck or better, lightly bin-soiled and
damp-stained labels, one lightly nicked label, one lightly
torn label, lightly oxidized capsules
Lot 110: bottom neck, lightly damp-stained label
"Just so sweet, rich, fleshy, fruit packed, rounded...justly
deserving every praise that one could heap upon it...
HHHHH." MB.
1095 bottles
per lot US$15,000-22,000
1101 double magnum (3L)
per lot US$15,000-22,000
Graves, Cru Classé
very top shoulder, lightly wine-stained label, lightly corroded capsule
Provenance: Zachys
"This is undisputably the wine of the vintage...remains a
vibrant, vital wine...La Mission possesses enough evidence
of greatness to stand alone as the finest 1975...based on
the aromatics alone, this offering would merit a perfect
score...very concentrated, dense and remarkably youthful...97." WA 8/12.
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Château d’Yquem 1967
Sauternes, Premier Cru Superieur
original wood case
four very top shoulder, four top shoulder, three just below
top shoulder, one upper shoulder, four damp-stained labels,
one heavily damp-stained label, one lightly torn label, five
with heavy tissue paper adhered to labels, two with light
tissue paper adhered to labels, three lightly corroded capsules, one slightly depressed cork, three with signs of old
seepage, good color
"...stands up to all the hype-unforgettable for its purity,
elegance, harmony, its 'total' everything. Powerful, yet it
seems weightless on the palate, almost defying gravity...
Seamless, nearly endless finish. Easy to understand its
reputation as the greatest Yquem of the last 35 years...100."
WS 5/99.
11212 bottles
per lot US$11,000-17,000
I’ve often thought I need to wait for the perfect moment to open that special bottle. Sometimes the perfect moment is a random
Tuesday night surrounded by close friends. Late last year, I was able to taste the magnificent Château d`Yquem 1967. Notes of
peach, apricot, candied ginger and orange still linger. A random Tuesday night was the perfect occasion.” Santosh Varghese
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(Lots 113-156)
From a private cellar in the Northeast comes this extensive collection of rare Burgundy. DRC from all of the vineyards and
from stand out vintages, including ’93 La Tâche, ’03 Richebourg, and ’78 Montrachet. Mature Mugnier Musigny from ’90
comes next, as does the wonderful La Romanée from Liger-Belair. Roumier, Rousseau and de Vogüé round out the offering.
Lots 118,
121 & 125
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BORDEAUX
tasted...extremely powerful and full-bodied, with remarkable complexity...100." WA 4/99.
1136 bottles
11412 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
"...the quintessential Château Margaux, as well as the paradigm for this estate, combining measured power, extraordinary elegance, and admirable complexity...exceptionally
sweet and pure...99." WA 4/99.
11512 bottles
Château Ausone 2000
St Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classé (a)
original wood case
"Extremely rich, full-bodied, with astonishing power, precision, and delicacy, this is a sumptuous wine...98." WA 6/10.
per lot US$10,000-15,000
11612 bottles
Château Cheval Blanc 2000
original wood case
"A broad wine with compelling purity, a layered texture,
and sweet tannin, with hints of coffee and earth in the
background...99." WA 7/10.
11712 bottles
BURGUNDY
Domaine
de la
Romanée Conti
"...dense, in fact extremely dense with excellent depth and
terrific complexity and a finish that seems to go on forever...95." BH 11/06.
1185 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
one scuffed label
"Full-bodied, showing gorgeous fruit, this is very intense.
It holds your attention as it settles its foundations into the
palate...A tamed monster...95." WS 9/99.
per lot US$6500-10,000
1196 bottles
"...a multi-layered flavor profile of good intensity, detail
and exceptional length. Very concentrated with medium
sized tannins...94." BH 1/01.
12012 bottles
per lot US$10,000-17,000
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three scuffed labels
"...it is one powerful wine that possesses huge length...95."
BH 1/06.
12112 bottles
per lot US$22,000-32,000
"...the intensity of the fruit is magnificent. The flavors
are opulent and sumptuously proportioned with massive
amounts of sap and dry extract that completely stains and
coats the palate before exploding on the hugely long finish...it has that "wow' factor...93." BH 1/06.
1229 bottles
per lot US$11,000-17,000
12312 bottles
per lot US$14,000-22,000
"Full-bodied, velvety-textured, as well as concentrated, it
is immensely ripe, crammed with tannin, and vaunts an
amazingly long finish...95." WA 8/05.
12412 bottles
per lot US$10,000-15,000
one lightly torn label
per lot US$16,000-24,000
12512 bottles
"...beautifully elegant, merging seamlessly into linear,
reserved, indeed almost brooding flavors that are as once
supple yet precise and detailed, all wrapped in a powerful
and muscular finish that delivers striking length...93." BH
1/07.
per lot US$10,000-16,000
12612 bottles
four glue-stained labels
"The moderately full flavors are sappy, rich and sweet with
ample volume and a palate drenching finish that benefits
from an underlying sense of vibrancy...Terrific stuff and
exceptionally long...92-94." BH 1/06.
12712 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
“...the vibrant and very firmly structured full-bodied flavors
that culminate in a long, powerful and understated finish
of immense length...95.” BH 1/09.
12812 bottles
per lot US$12,000-18,000
Montrachet Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1978
Côte de Beaune, Grand Cru
2.5cm, lightly bin-soiled label, excellent color
"Bright and lively, almost delicate compared with some of
the others, but amazingly subtle and elegant. A seductive
wine...98." WS 11/05.
1291 bottle
lightly scuffed label
"This is a huge Montrachet even by the outsized standards
of what is typically the biggest white burgundy of all...95."
BH 6/12.
1301 bottle
“
As a white burgundy lover, DRC Montrachet
is the Holy Grail—the top of my bucket list. I
finally had my first sip when a client pulled
up to the Zachys office in his Bentley and
asked me to taste the wine to make sure it was
‘good’ before he served it to guests that evening.
The perks of being a wine auction specialist.”
Stu Jakub
Lot 129
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La Romanée Liger-Belair 2003
"...pure and understated flavors of superb precision and
stunning complexity...94." BH 1/06.
13112 bottles
per lot US$14,000-22,000
La Romanée Liger-Belair 2004
original wood case
"...an absolutely stunning nose that is genuinely kaleidoscopic in its breadth and complexity...93." BH 1/07.
per lot US$9000-13,000
13212 bottles
Musigny JF Mugnier 1990
two 2cm or better, one 2.5cm, two different importers
"...exceptionally rich broad-shouldered flavors that are supported by relatively resolved and solidly ripe tannins, all
wrapped in a balanced and lingering finish. This is impressively rich and dramatic Musigny...92." BH 8/11.
1333 bottles
Establishment Riedel stamps, four lightly nicked labels
"...flavors that are so precise that they seem to etch themselves into your palate before joining with a seamless finish that seems to go on and on...97." BH 11/09.
per lot US$9000-14,000
1346 bottles
"...very full-bodied flavors that explode in the mouth
with a complex, pure and wonderfully sappy character,
all wrapped in a finish that just doesn't quit. Class in a
glass...92." BH 1/06.
13512 bottles
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"...extremely pure, indeed crystalline medium full flavors
that are restrained and backward...93." BH 3/08.
1369 bottles
Bonnes Mares JF Mugnier 2005
original wood case
"...excellent precision and a very attractive underlying tension on the explosive finish that delivers flat out incredible
length...96." BH 1/08.
1376 bottles
Georges Roumier
JF Mugnier
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Bonnes Mares Georges Roumier 1998
"Massively dense in every respect with astonishing concentration of fruit and compelling flavors...fantastically long
finish...A complete Bonnes Mares...94." BH 1/01.
1386 bottles
Musigny Georges Roumier 1998
"...enormously extracted, multidimensional flavors of profound length. Rich, powerful, intense and superbly layered.
Simply a fantastic effort...94." BH 10/05.
per lot US$12,000-18,000
1396 bottles
"...round but powerful and delineated flavors that offer
excellent depth and outstanding length. The finish displays
lots of pinot sap and there is plenty of structure that is ripe
and not hard. Fireworks in a glass...96." BH 7/04.
1401 bottle
"...textured, sappy, firm and intense flavors that are both
serious and more obviously structured...91-94." BH 1/06.
14112 bottles
It might seem funny to suggest an ‘off-vintage’ like 2003, but there is nothing lacking in JF Mugnier’s Musigny, from any
vintage. 2003 is ripe, rich, and full, yes, but it also offers elegance, complexity, and is ready to drink now, making it quite an
attractive bottle.” Dan Stensland-Bos
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Armand Rousseau
One will get little argument to the assertion that Domaine Armand Rousseau is the finest estate in Gevrey Chambertin...
The vintages of the 1980s and 1990s at Domaine Rousseau have produced one of the greatest runs of profound Burgundy ever
witnessed by any estate in the region, with the domaine producing legendary efforts in the widely recognized great years of the span
from 1985 to 1999. Their two flagship bottlings of Chambertin and Chambertin “Clos de Bèze” have always ranked amongst the top
dozen wines to be found in these vintages.
Of the two Grand Crus at the pinnacle of the brilliant portfolio of Rousseau wines, the Chambertin “Clos de Bèze” tends to be the
more exotic and spicy of the two wines, with glorious fruit tones of black cherry, plum, blood orange often augmented by notes
of Gevrey’s grilled meat, chocolate and exotic spices. The Chambertin is typically the slightly slower wine to unfold, with a more
understated profile of plum, red cherry and strawberry, coupled with notes of cocoa powder, coffee, grilled meats and violets…
impeccably balanced, tangy and never come across as over-oaked. They are amongst the very greatest red wines to be found in the
world.
John Gilman, “View From the Cellar”
Chambertin Armand Rousseau 2003
"A supple red, this exudes cinnamon, plum and cocoa aromas augmented by flavors of licorice and mineral, with a
long, lively finish...96." WS 5/06.
1426 bottles
Chambertin Clos de Bèze Armand Rousseau 2004
"A densely fruited and superbly complex nose...rich, supple, elegant and pure flavors where the structure arrives all
at once on the seriously long finish...93." BH 1/07.
1456 bottles
"The rich, intense and full-bodied flavors are relatively
supple yet wrapped in dense but fine tannins buffered by
superb mid-palate sap...91-93." BH 1/05.
1436 bottles
"This is a stunner of a wine and one of the great wines of
the 2011 vintage...96." BH 1/14.
per lot US$6500-10,000
1469 bottles
"The medium full flavors are reserved, tight, precise and
very pure with extraordinarily good punch and precision,
all wrapped in a firm, dusty and linear finish...Outstanding
stuff...93." BH 1/07.
1446 bottles
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"The palate impression is a gorgeous combination of
power and refinement along with flat out superb complexity on the explosively long, focused and beautifully
well-balanced finish. The supporting structure is dense but
fine...95." BH 1/14.
per lot US$8500-13,000
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I’ve had the good fortune of tasting the ’93 Musigny VV on many occasions over the years, most recently with a great friend in
Bordeaux – I can still vividly recall the layers upon layers of aromas that came pouring out of the bottle. Rustic yet feminine, this
wine has evoked many great memories for me over the years and just keeps getting better!” Christy Erickson
Comte Georges
de Vogüé
Delicate, feminine and fragrant, the epitome of finesse: lace, silk and taffeta; violets and dog-roses; raspberries and blackcurrants
with a finish of liquorice; amplitude and generosity; intensity without a trace of hardness. All this has been said by those attempting
to describe the taste of Le Musigny. Le Musigny consists of two sub-climats, Le Musigny itself and at the same altitude next door
to the south, Les Petits-Musigny. The lion’s share, more than seven hectares, almost seventy percent, and including the totality of
Les Petits-Musigny, belongs to the Domaine Comte Georges de Vogüé. This estate proclaims itself the Domaine des Musigny. The
domaine also comprise 2.75 hectares of Bonnes Mares, located entirely in the southern, Chambolle end of the climat, sixty ares
of Amoureuses, 1.80 hectares of Premiers Crus (Baudes and Fuées) and a small parcel of village wine. Wines of the domaine are
defined as classy and fragrant, very exciting indeed. The domaine is in good hands. The future is bright.
Clive Coates, MW “Côte d’Or”
five 2cm or better, three 2.5cm, three 3cm, one 4cm, binsoiled labels, two lightly corroded capsules, one with signs
of old seepage
"Complex nose of very ripe aromas and earth and this is
already showing strong secondary elements. The flavors are
big and rich, indeed even rustic with lots of structure." BH
11/07.
14812 bottles
2cm or better, bin-soiled labels, two different importers
"This loaded effort should prove to be one of the longestlived red Burgundies made in the last twenty years...96."
WA 2/02.
14912 bottles
damp-stained labels
"...a big and still relatively burly wine with an expressive, intense nose revealing some aged notes (but no sous
bois) to accompany the black fruit followed by muscular,
concentrated and beautifully detailed flavors of excellent
intensity and first class length...93." BH 12/09.
15012 bottles
damp-stained labels, six nicked labels, two different importers
"...massively structured and thick flavors with dense, ripe
tannins that are completely buffered by all the extract. This
is flat out great...97." BH 11/09.
15112 bottles
per lot US$7000-11,000
one scuffed label
"Simply an awesome display of power and grace...94." BH
4/04.
15212 bottles
"The incredibly sappy and powerful medium full flavors are
sweet and supple yet there is a very firm tannic spine buried beneath the mountain of dry extract...93." BH 1/06.
15312 bottles
Lot 155: two 3-pack original wood cases
"The rich, full and powerful flavors are sweet, supple and
utterly classy and the intensity this wine displays is seriously impressive...96." BH 1/07.
15412 bottles
1556 magnums (1.5L)
"Prepare to be transported...surprisingly supple flavors that
convey a remarkable sense of energy and power on the
almost unbelievably intense, focused and structured finish
that seems to go on and on without end...99." BH 1/08.
15612 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
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Pristine Bordeaux and Burgundy,
Including Le Pin and Pétrus in Grand Format
(Lots 157-207)
This highly collectible collection of wines offered below comes to us from a regular consignor from the Midwest who only
purchases the best. The wines were purchased at retail in New York upon release and stored thereafter in a custom temperaturecontrolled home cellar. The d-mags of Le Pin are particularly rare.
BORDEAUX
Château Ausone 2005
"Powerful and super concentrated, with great length. This is
a muscular, full throttle wine, racing very, very fast...100."
WS 3/08.
per lot US$10,000-15,000
15712 bottles
original wood case
"Very well defined on the finish – masculine, almost
Cabernet Sauvignon in quality...Great wine...93-95." WA
4/08.
16412 bottles
1656 magnums (1.5L)
ChÂteau Cheval Blanc
Lot 158: original wood case
Lot 159: three with importer tags adhered to labels, one
scuffed label, original wood case with damaged lid
Lot 160: six with importer tags adhered to labels, original
wood case with damaged lid
"...the wine has a sweet nose of menthol, melted licorice,
boysenberry, blueberry, and cassis. A broad wine with
compelling purity, a layered texture, and sweet tannin,
with hints of coffee and earth in the background...99." WA
7/10.
15812 bottles
15912 bottles
16012 bottles
original wood case
"Full-bodied, with ultra fine tannins and a long caressing
finish. This is racy and very beautiful. The tannins coat the
palate, but leave a provoking impression...97." WS 3/08.
16112 bottles
1626 magnums (1.5L)
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original wood case
"A very complex, full-bodied red...Lasts for minutes. So
beautifully balanced, I'm left speechless...100." WS 3/08.
16612 bottles
original wood case
"...it is built more along the lines of the 1998 and 1996.
It is a brilliant effort displaying sensational purity, texture,
and length that should be exceptionally long-lived...96."
WA 2/09.
1676 magnums (1.5L)
original wood case
"One of the vintage's top wines is the 2006 La Mission
Haut Brion...95." WA 2/09.
1686 magnums (1.5L)
ChÂteau Lafite Rothschild
For as long as anyone can remember Lafite has been the
most highly regarded wine in Bordeaux. From their very
first book, published in 1845, Cocks & Feret have listed
Lafite first, and it was ranked first in the famous 1855
classification of Bordeaux.
Fite is an old French term meaning small hill, rise or mound;
it is from this humble feature in Bordeaux’ somewhat bland
landscape that France’s most esteemed producer takes its
name. The château itself is one of the oldest in Bordeaux,
with much of it dating from the mid-sixteenth century. It was
purchased by the wealthy Ségur family in the seventeenth
century, but like much of the region at the time, the land
was used for a variety of farming.
Beginning in the 1670s, the Ségurs spent around twenty
years converting a large portion of the land to vineyards.
With Latour and Calon, as well as Lafite, under their
ownership, the Ségurs began to find a market for their wines
in London. It was first mentioned in the London Gazette in
1707 and soon became famous: by the early 1730s, it was a
favorite of the Prime Minister, Robert Walpole.
Lafite remained in the Ségur family until 1784. It was sold
several times, finally to Baron de Rothschild in 1868, by
which time there were some seventy-four hectares of vines.
It was a new era of industrial wealth and the Rothschild
purchase certainly added much celebrity to the area.
bottom neck, damp-stained label
"...offers up an extraordinary nose of caramelized herbs,
smoke, cedar, pen ink, black currants, and earth. The gorgeous aromatics are followed by a full-bodied, plump,
rich, fleshy wine with low acidity...97+." WA 6/09.
1691 imperial (6L)
per lot US$18,000-28,000
into neck, lightly damp-stained label
"Powerful, dense, rich, and tannic, as well as medium to
full-bodied, with awesome extraction of fruit...100." WA
1/98.
1701 jeroboam (5L)
into neck
"The explosive aromas are followed by a fleshy, full-bodied
wine...96." WA 6/09.
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finish. Still holding back, but is concentrated and powerful...96.” WS 2010.
per lot US$6000-10,000
17212 bottles
tasted...extremely powerful and full-bodied, with remarkable complexity...oozing with extract and richness, yet has
managed to preserve its quintessentially elegant personality...100." WA 4/99.
1731 imperial (6L)
WA 6/10.
per lot US$12,000-18,000
17412 bottles
individual banded original wood cases
"Full-bodied, with layers of velvety tannins...Very beautiful
and balanced...98." WS 3/08.
1753 magnums (1.5L)
original wood case
"It is full-bodied, super-concentrated, and for my taste,
probably one of the two or three most intense, rich, and
complex wines of the entire Médoc...The tannins are
surprisingly sweet, even in this large-scaled, masculine
wine...98." WA 6/15.
17612 bottles
per lot US$7000-10,000
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Le Pin
Le Pin 2002
Pomerol
original wood case
"Long finish. Fresh and fruity. It reminds me of a top vintage of Burgundy's La Tâche...93." WS 3/05.
1776 bottles
Le Pin 2004
Pomerol
individual original wood cases
"Super-opulent for the vintage, it possesses wonderful fruit
and glycerin, medium to full body, and a fleshy personality...95." WA 6/07.
per lot US$13,000-19,000
Le Pin 2005
Pomerol
Lot 180: one lightly bin-soiled label, two 3-pack original
wood cases
Lot 181: two chipped wax capsules, individual original
wood cases
"Opulent, even voluptuous, and loaded, it boasts an
expansive, full-bodied palate yet good underlying acidity
provides definition as well as precision to this blockbuster...94-96." WA 5/07.
1796 bottles
per lot US$10,000-17,000
1806 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$22,000-36,000
per lot US$22,000-32,000
Le Pin 2006
Pomerol
two 6-pack original wood cases with damaged lids
"...this is a full-bodied, concentrated wine with a slight tannic bite to the finish. There is good freshness, depth, and
power...93." WA 2/09.
18212 bottles
per lot US$12,000-18,000
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Château Margaux
Château Mouton Rothschild
lightly scuffed label
"...undoubtedly one of the great classics produced under
the Mentzelopoulos regime...the quintessential Château
Margaux, as well as the paradigm for this estate, combining measured power, extraordinary elegance, and admirable complexity...99." WA 4/99.
1831 imperial (6L)
Lot 184: banded original wood case
"Medium- to full-bodied, with layers of silky tannins and
ripe berry and raspberry on the palate. An outstanding
Margaux..." WS 1/01.
1841 imperial (6L)
1851 imperial (6L)
original wood case
"Full-bodied, with an amazing core of ripe fruit, yet ultrabalanced and finely textured. Touches every taste bud. It's
all glorious fruit. A legendary wine...100." WS 3/08.
18612 bottles
1873 magnums (1.5L)
“
Don’t be fooled by the critics. I’ve had the
Mouton Rothschild 1989 recently (out of
bottle) and the one I had was mature but
excellent. I’d think the imperial would be
spectacular.” Charles Antin
into neck, lightly damp-stained and scuffed label, slightly
protruding cork
“...today true to its former glory. Like the amazing 1947, it
should not be forgotten...98.” JS 8/14.
1881 imperial (6L)
"Incredible nose of ultra ripe fruit, it's yet subtle and complex. Full-bodied, with very ripe, almost sweet fruit and a
long, long caressing finish. Superb...96." WS 2007.
1891 imperial (6L)
original wood case
1911 imperial (6L)
per lot US$10,000-15,000
Lot 193: one with signs of old seepage, individual original
wood cases
"The greatness of this vintage is increasingly apparent as the
wines throw off their cloaks of tannin...99+." WA 12/14.
19212 bottles
1936 magnums (1.5L)
Château Mouton Rothschild
194
•1990
bottom neck
•Balthus Label 1993
damp-stained label
•1995
original wood case
above 2 double magnums (3L) &
1 imperial (6L)
double magnum (1)
double magnum (1)
imperial (1)
ChÂteau Pavie
Château Pavie 2005
original wood case
"Beautifully rich, full and multidimensional, this is a tour
de force in winemaking!...100." WA 8/15.
19512 bottles
1966 magnums (1.5L)
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Lots 197, 200, 201 & 203
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BURGUNDY
Pétrus 1982
Pomerol
original wood case
into neck, damp-stained and lightly scuffed label
"Just so sweet, rich, fleshy, fruit packed, rounded...justly
deserving every praise that one could heap upon it...
HHHHH." MB.
1971 imperial (6L)
per lot US$28,000-44,000
Pétrus 1999
Pomerol
"...displays beautiful intensity and finesse in a more
evolved style than one normally expects from this
estate...94." WA 4/02.
19812 bottles
per lot US$16,000-24,000
Pétrus 2000
Pomerol
Lots 199 & 201: original wood case
Lot 200: individual original wood cases
"It has a sumptuous, unctuous texture, plenty of tannin,
but also vibrancy and brightness. This is a remarkable wine
that seems slightly more structured and massive than the
1998...100." WA 6/10.
per lot US$18,000-28,000
1996 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
2011 imperial (6L)
per lot US$32,000-50,000
Pétrus 2005
Pomerol
Lot 203: one lightly bin-soiled label, one individual banded
original wood case, two individual original wood cases
"A sleeping giant...Full-bodied, with ultra-fine tannins and
a super caressing mouthfeel...Chewy yet balanced. Very,
very long in the mouth. The finish is absolutely breathtaking...100." WS 3/08.
2026 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$26,000-38,000
per lot US$30,000-48,000
Bonnes Mares Louis Jadot 2002
original wood case
"While enormously powerful and ripe, it magically retains
its freshness and sports an ethereal quality that is difficult
to put into words...97-99." WA 6/04.
2041 methuselah (6L)
Chambertin Clos de Bèze Louis Jadot 2002
original wood case
"Finishes extremely long and vibrant, with noble tannins.
This should age very slowly and be long lived...93-96."
IWC 3/04.
Chapelle Chambertin Louis Jadot 2002
original wood case
"...this harmonious, chewy-textured gem lingers on the
palate for over a minute. It has power, grace, muscle, and
elegance...97-99." WA 6/04.
Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques Louis Jadot 2002
original wood case
"...complex flavor profile as well as in its long, sweet,
supple finish...92-94." WA 6/04.
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(Lots 208-213)
From a California wine lover comes a wonderful selection of Screaming Eagle, all consigned from a state of the art home
temperature-controlled cellar. The original wood cases weren’t even opened prior to inspection for this sale!
CALIFORNIA
Screaming Eagle
Napa Valley
original wood case
"An exquisite, celestial bouquet melds into endless layers of fruit as this rich, voluptuous wine blossoms on the
palate. Full-bodied and seductive, the 2007 conquers all
of the senses with its head spinning, beautiful personality...100." WA 12/12.
2083 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"A wine of remarkable precision, the 2009 is totally dialed
in from start to finish...It is still striking, though...A translucent, weightless finish rounds things out in style...98." WA
12/12.
2093 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"The firm acidity conveys an almost peppery impression.
Finishes seriously tannic, structured and very long, with a
lingering peppery quality...95-97." IWC 6/12.
2103 bottles
Napa Valley
original wood case
"Full body, mind-blowing structure, depth and length.
What complexity. Precision and decadence plus layers
of sexy fruit. A new benchmark for Napa Valley...100." JS
7/15.
2123 bottles
Sine Qua Non Writing on the Wall Petite Syrah 2012
California
original wood case with booklet in original carton
"The palate follows suite and is full-bodied, deeply concentrated and layered, with fabulous precision and length.
This is blockbuster stuff...96-99." WA 8/14.
2131 magnum (1.5L)
Napa Valley
original wood case
"Cool, graphite-infused veins of minerality provide the
backbone for layers of dark, brooding fruit...95-97." AG
11/13.
2113 bottles
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Fine Wines from a Longtime Collector (Lots 214-238)
Mature Jayer from the ’90 vintage is one of the highlights here, and then we branch out a bit with wines from Fourrier and Rousseau.
This collector was equal opportunity, though, as we’ve also got ’70 DP Oenothèque, ’09 Le Pin, and even ’08 Screaming Eagle.
BORDEAUX
original wood case
Provenance: Zachys
2146 magnums (1.5L)
original wood case
Provenance: Zachys
"It's full-bodied, very dense and velvety, and has an outstanding, ripe and richly fruity finish. A wine that harkens
back to the legendary 1947 Cheval Blanc...100." JS 9/13.
21512 bottles
Pétrus
Pétrus 2001
Pomerol
original wood case
Provenance: Zachys
"The 2001 revealed lots of caramel, coffee, black plums
and black cherries in a full-bodied, opulent, surprisingly
approachable style...98+." WA 8/12.
per lot US$10,000-15,000
2166 bottles
Le Pin
Le Pin 2001
Pomerol
Provenance: Zachys
"This flamboyant, opulently textured, rich, concentrated
Pomerol is a brilliant success...98." WA 6/04.
per lot US$9500-15,000
2206 bottles
Le Pin 2009
Pomerol
Provenance: Zachys
"...this wine has a finish that goes well past a minute, with
wonderfully sweet tannins and a provocative, concentrated, broad mouthfeel that is remarkably luxurious. This
is amazing stuff!...100." WA 2/12.
per lot US$6500-10,000
2213 bottles
Le Pin 2010
Pomerol
Provenance: Zachys
"Complex, dense and deeply structured with polished tannins and a great finish that just goes on and on. The balance is amazing. Even better than 2009...100." JS 2/13.
per lot US$7000-11,000
2223 bottles
Pétrus 2002
Pomerol
Provenance: Zachys
"Full- to medium-bodied, with wonderfully seductive, silky
tannins. Beautiful slinky finish...93." WS 3/05.
per lot US$8000-12,000
2176 bottles
Pétrus 2005
Pomerol
Provenance: Zachys
"A sleeping giant...Chewy yet balanced. Very, very long in
the mouth. The finish is absolutely breathtaking...100." WS
3/08.
per lot US$13,000-19,000
2186 bottles
Pétrus 2006
Pomerol
Provenance: Zachys
"With impressive density, high tannin, full body, and an
unyielding style...This is certainly among the longest-lived
wines of the vintage...94-96." WA 5/07.
2196 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
Lots 221 & 222
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Armand Rousseau
two different importers
"...a broad range of nuances, including earth, anise,
clove and a whiff of oak toast that dissolves into the rich,
intense, muscled and powerful flavors...93." BH 4/07.
2238 bottles
lightly bin-soiled labels
"...has impeccably ripened tannins detectable in its exceptionally long and delineated finish...92-95." WA 8/01.
2248 bottles
per lot US$10,000-15,000
two lightly nicked labels
"...direct and robust flavors that have plenty of buffering fat
and superb length...it is packed, powerful and beautifully
complex and is an outstanding wine...93." BH 11/05.
per lot US$11,000-17,000
22512 bottles
"...rich, full and driving finish that possesses an exuberant underlying sense of energy, all wrapped in a core of
rock solid but ripe and balanced tannins...Arguably the
Chambertin of the vintage...99." BH 1/08.
2263 bottles
Echézeaux Henri Jayer 1990
2cm, lightly marked and scuffed label
"...big, robust, quite structured, deep and sappy flavors of
incredible depth and complexity and as grand as those
characteristics are, it is the simply mind bending length
that really sets this apart from the average Jayer Ech...93."
BH 12/96.
2271 bottle
Grands Echézeaux Rene Engel 2001
one marked label, three lightly torn labels
"...sleek tannins and intense goût de terroir combine to
create a powerful effect of both harmony and excellent
length. A very impressive yet understated wine with first
rate potential...90-93." BH 1/03.
2289 bottles
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original carton
"...rich, intense and quite firmly structured big-boned flavors that are hugely long...96." BH 1/08.
2296 bottles
"In a word, this is mind bending and in a visceral sense,
this is a monumental wine of real emotional impact.
Genius in a glass...99+." BH 1/08.
per lot US$10,000-15,000
2301 bottle
original carton
"...huge, intense wine endowed with tons of fruit, but
wrapped around a powerful, focused frame. The tannins
are big, but also beautifully integrated...98." WA 5/11.
2316 bottles
Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques Cuvée Centenaire
Vieilles Vignes Domaine Fourrier 2010
original wood case
hand-numbered and -signed bottles, one scuffed label, one
torn label
vines planted in 1910
“On the palate the wine is deep, full-bodied and again,
very suave and pure on the attack, with excellent transparency, a very sappy core of fruit, plenty of ripe tannin and
outstanding length and grip on the focused and very pure
finish...96.” JBG 11/11.
2323 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$12,000-18,000
Griotte Chambertin Vieilles Vignes
Domaine Fourrier 2012
original wood case
vines planted in 1928
"...very fine-grained tannins on the explosively long and
palate coating finish. This is a harmonious effort, indeed
so much so that the word Zen comes to mind...93-96." BH
1/14.
2333 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$7000-11,000
2341 jeroboam (3L)
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Dom Pérignon Oenothèque 1970
Champagne
individual original gift cartons in individual original cartons
into foil, good color, three disgorged in 2010, three disgorged in January 2014
Provenance: Zachys
“Great complexity and density...The taste is classic nougat
sweet with hints of coffee. The scent however breathe lake
plants and mid-Swedish summer evenings...93.” RJ 4/14.
2356 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
ITALY
Masseto 1998
Tuscany
Provenance: Zachys Hong Kong, September 7 & 8, 2012
Lot 378
"It's full-bodied and very velvety, with masses of fruit
on the palate and a long, long finish. This is magical
Masseto...97." WS 7/01.
per lot US$6500-10,000
23612 bottles
CALIFORNIA
Harlan Estate 2007
Napa Valley
Provenance: Zachys
“The finish lasts nearly a full minute. Because of its
overwhelming richness and sweet tannins, this brilliant
wine...100.” WA 12/10.
23712 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
Napa Valley
original wood case
Provenance: Zachys
"The 2008 Screaming Eagle is a model of elegance...The
finesse and silkiness of the tannin is something that is
truly unique among the world’s great wines. If Grand Cru
Burgundy were made in Napa Valley, it would taste like
Screaming Eagle...97." WA 12/11.
2383 bottles
Lot 235
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The Black Tie Collection
(Lots 239-365)
This selection represents a small portion of the holdings of a U.S. based longtime collector.
This gentleman and his wife have meticulously crafted their collection for years, seeking
expertise in regions, producers and vintages. They travel extensively and have had the good
fortune to visit some of their favorite producers throughout the years. They’re not drinking very
much these days and now are letting others enjoy the fruits of their collecting labor.
They purchased predominantly from New York City retailers, and there are very few, if any,
wines in this selection that were not purchased on release, or as futures. The wines have all
been meticulously stored. The greatest highlights are in Burgundy. DRC is in strong supply,
with OWCs of all vineyards, including assortments and Montrachet, and a large section of RC.
There’s Dugat and de Vogüé, Leflaive, Coche-Dury and Ramonet. The level of rarity here is
stunning, even in the world of fine wine auctions.
Though they are sad to see this tranche go, they toasted the departure
knowing the wines were headed to happy new homes.
Domaine
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de la
Romanée Conti
BURGUNDY
Domaine
de la
Romanée Conti
Simply put, Domaine de la Romanée Conti produces the most sought-after wine in Burgundy. They are the largest producer in
terms of Grand Cru ownership, and certainly one of the most famous. Today the estate is jointly owned by the de Villaine and Leroy
families, and administered by the Burgundian icon Aubert de Villaine. The vineyards are strictly organic and the Domaine also
practices certain elements of biodynamism. Regarding the role of the winemaker Aubert de Villaine says: “I believe that in Burgundy,
the talent – the talent which produces the great wine – is in the terroir. The reputation of the wine from Burgundy was made over
the past several centuries and it comes from the quality of wine that the particular terroir can provide. That is the talent. The role
of the winemaker is to enable the terroir to be in the best condition possible – to help bring forward the product of the exceptional
land. The role is to listen to the terroir…to understand what to do to achieve and equilibrium in the soil.”
Lots 239-243
Lots
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original wood case
one Romanée Conti, three La Tâche, two Richebourg,
two Romanée St. Vivant, two Grands Echézeaux, two
Echézeaux
per lot US$24,000-36,000
2391 case
one Romanée Conti, three La Tâche, two Richebourg, three
Romanée St Vivant, one Grands Echézeaux, two Echézeaux
2401 case
per lot US$22,000-32,000
one Romanée Conti, three La Tâche, two Richebourg, two
Romanée St Vivant, two Grands Echézeaux, two Echézeaux
per lot US$28,000-42,000
2411 case
2421 case
per lot US$24,000-36,000
2431 case
per lot US$24,000-36,000
Corton Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2009
"This is a decidedly opulent Burgundy that pushes the
boundaries of what longtime DRC drinkers expect from the
winery, but it is a gorgeous, striking wine in its own way.
The 2009 is a great first vintage for the Corton...95." WA
4/12.
2446 bottles
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Echézeaux Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1997
original wood case
"The nose here is extremely floral and trimmed in some
classic Vosne spice that introduces medium weight flavors
of good richness..." BH 12/00.
2456 bottles
"Fine quality here with intense crushed black fruits and
sexy, perfumed aromas of fresh flowers, Asian spices and
earth with focused, rich, relatively powerful flavors that are
balanced and harmonious...91." BH 3/05.
2466 bottles
"...very spicy and even more aromatically expressive
revealing linear, taut, intense, wonderfully complex, solidly
structured flavors...This culminates in a gorgeous inner
mouth perfume...92." BH 1/05.
2476 bottles
two banded 6-pack original wood cases
"Stunningly marrying elegance with richness and density...
pure, and velvety-textured. Loads of sweet red fruits are
found in its persistent, sensual character...95." WA 8/05.
24812 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
original wood case
"...a beguiling texture and unusually fine tannins compared
to what I typically see with the Ech. This is a big wine by
any measure with excellent mid-palate density and superb
length...94." BH 1/08.
2496 bottles
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"This displays the levity and textural refinement one comes
to cherish in so many of the better wines of its vintage,
and the persistent sense of florality perfectly suits the lift
and vivacity of an invigoratingly lingering finish...92." WA
12/09.
2506 bottles
"Very classy and stylish because even though it's a very
powerful wine, it is still elegant and harmonious...92." BH
5/04.
2536 bottles
"This is an absolutely stunning wine and every bit as good
as the genuinely remarkable 2005...94." BH 1/12.
2516 bottles
"...beautifully detailed and quite robust flavors that deliver
excellent precision. This is a big wine with richness,
superb length and impressive refinement...94." BH 7/06.
2546 bottles
"This is pure silk and lace but the really impressive aspect
of this wine is just how much depth it has. A sublime
knockout, particularly by the usual standards of this
wine...94." BH 1/13.
2526 bottles
Grands Echézeaux DRC
"...the tannins themselves seem refined and overall, this is
an incredibly powerful wine...93." BH 7/06.
2556 bottles
two scuffed labels
"A stunningly pure and distinctly floral black pinot fruit
nose that displays spice, plum and hints of smoke and
animale that introduces round yet structured, muscular yet
accessible flavors of phenomenal richness and power...92."
BH 1/06.
2564 bottles
"...the linear and ultra pure medium full flavors that trade
more on finesse and refinement than what is usually a
relatively powerful and muscular wine...91." BH 1/07.
2576 bottles
"...muscular, robust and powerful big-bodied flavors that
exude dry extract on the detailed and hugely persistent finish...96." BH 1/08.
2586 bottles
"The rich, full-bodied and palate staining flavors culminate
in a beautifully focused and precise finish of stunning
length...93. BH 1/11.
2594 bottles
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La Tâche DRC
1.5cm, wine-stained monopole tag, lightly bin-soiled and
nicked label
"Stunning, massive, full-on, classic La Tâche nose that displays almost unbelievable complexity...The flavors are big,
rich, refined, classy, penetrating and superbly powerful yet
everything is in perfect balance...99." BH 6/09.
2601 bottle
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lightly nicked label
"...dazzlingly elegant and very densely fruited with knock
out aromas...followed by somewhat austere, rich, concentrated and gorgeously persistent flavors...96." BH 12/05.
2611 bottle
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one lightly stained label
"Balanced, with lots of beautiful fruit, but above all it has
pleasure and harmony etched all over it...95." WS 9/99.
per lot US$6000-10,000
2624 bottles
2693 bottles
"It has superb depth of fruit...medium-to-full body, and
admirable length to its supple finish...93." WA 10/99.
2633 bottles
"...the overall palate impact is equivalent to a vinous bomb
exploding on the cuts-like-a-knife finish that can be measured in minutes not seconds...a huge but utterly classy
and stylish wine that will undoubtedly go down as one of
the all time great LT's...99." BH 1/08.
per lot US$30,000-48,000
27012 bottles
"There is superb intensity to the dense, serious and strikingly complex flavors that are underpinned by ripe tannins
and huge length on the balanced, mouth coating and dazzling finish...95." BH 1/01.
per lot US$7500-12,000
2646 bottles
one lightly scuffed label
"...words remain inadequate to describe just how good this
wine is as the '99 is a classic La Tâche in every respect...
The big tannins are completely wrapped in velvet and the
finish simply does not quit...99." BH 4/10.
26512 bottles
per lot US$36,000-55,000
"Quite deeply colored with the classic La Tâche nose
of dried rose petals plus a fantastic array of aromas and
spices too numerous to even try to describe that lead to
fine, detailed and beautifully textured flavors and terrific
length...93." BH 9/05.
2666 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
“The powerful, chiseled, pure flavors are remarkably
detailed, precise and fine with mind bending complexity...
aristocratic in every sense...96.” BH 1/04.
2676 bottles
per lot US$9500-15,000
lightly stained labels
"It's vibrant, balanced and very elegant, with ripe fruit and
tannins and a long finish...96." WS 6/06.
2682 bottles
“The big and generous flavors are an exercise in contrasts
as they are at once round and rich while remaining wonderfully defined and precise...96.” BH 1/09.
per lot US$18,000-26,000
27112 bottles
"...intensely floral, mineral infused and focused medium
weight plus flavors that possess a strikingly attractive
mouth feel...95." BH 1/10.
2726 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
"...impressive amount of extract that also coats the mouth on
the hugely long and ever-so-slightly minty finish...96." BH 1/11.
27312 bottles
per lot US$16,000-24,000
"It boasts incredible richness and depth, yet remains
elusive. Silky, impossibly refined tannins frame the seamless, resonant finish...Everything is simply in the right
place...97." WA 4/12.
2746 bottles
per lot US$13,000-19,000
includes 6-pack original wood case with bands inside
"This is perhaps even more floral than the Richebourg and
every bit as spicy on the ultra-pure, cool and remarkably
elegant mix of red and blue pinot fruit, red currant and wild
red berries that are openly mineral-inflected...98." BH 1/13.
2754 bottles
per lot US$8500-14,000
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Richebourg DRC
1.5cm or better, one lightly scuffed label
Provenance: one Zachys/Christie's
"...very ripe, beautifully complex flavors...this has excellent density of extract and solid balance. Rich, long and
impressive...93." BH 7/05.
2762 bottles
"...quite expressive with soy, hoisin and black pinot fruits
and a multi-layered flavor profile of good intensity, detail
and exceptional length. Very concentrated with medium
sized tannins...94." BH 1/01.
2776 bottles
"...the finish retains a sense of robust power and stunning length...One of the great vintages for this fabled
wine...96." BH 5/10.
2786 bottles
per lot US$9000-15,000
"Extremely ripe, indeed even notes of torrefaction and
roast espresso beans precede big, robust, forceful austere
black fruit flavors...Really quite regal...92." BH 1/04.
2792 bottles
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"...massive amounts of sap and dry extract that completely
stains and coats the palate before exploding on the hugely
long finish...it has that "wow' factor...93." BH 1/06.
2806 bottles
per lot US$6500-10,000
"...merging seamlessly into linear, reserved, indeed almost
brooding flavors that are as once supple yet precise and
detailed, all wrapped in a powerful and muscular finish
that delivers striking length...93." BH 1/07.
2816 bottles
"...complement to perfection the extremely rich, full
and sweet flavors that are quite floral in the mouth, all
wrapped in a detailed and punchy finish...97." BH 1/08.
per lot US$8000-12,000
2826 bottles
two heavily scuffed labels, one lightly scuffed label, one
scuffed label
"...that gives way to detailed, pure and vibrant broadshouldered flavors that drive home to an explosive, powerful, linear and tautly muscled finish...94." BH 1/11.
2836 bottles
two lightly nicked labels, lightly scuffed labels
"The 2010 stands out for its beguiling, totally exquisite
aromatics. The trademark Richebourg structure is present,
but this seems to be a vintage where finesse takes precedence over sheer power...94-96." WA 2/12.
2844 bottles
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Romanée Conti
(Lots 285-300)
“
One of the greatest wine experience of my life was tasting all of the ‘09s in barrel, including the
2009 Romanée Conti. We were in the cellar of the Domaine for hours—Aubert blind tasted us
on some older bottlings, including an RC from my birth year, and then let me take the leftovers to
lunch. I haven’t had this wine since—a hint to whoever’s the lucky winner.” Charles Antin
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Lot 285: 1.5cm, lightly bin-soiled and scuffed label
Lot 286: 2cm or better, lightly scuffed labels, one cut capsule reveals fully branded cork
"...rich, lush, almost opulent flavors that melt in the mouth
and coat the palate with a layer of velvet on the fantastically long finish. This is a dramatic wine in every sense of
the word yet it's not at all showy but rather discreet and
understated...99." BH 1/08.
2851 bottle
per lot US$12,000-18,000
2862 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
"...dense and concentrated, yet lace-like and gloriously
precise...one of the stars of the vintage...95." WA 10/99.
per lot US$24,000-36,000
2873 bottles
2883 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
includes 3-pack original wood case with bands inside
“As seductive as the nose is and as awe-inspiring as the
flavors are, the finish lasts literally for minutes, indeed I
could still taste it the next day...98.” BH 4/07.
2892 bottles
per lot US$20,000-30,000
"...the 2000 is a simply sublime combination of spice, silk
and velvet delivered in a perfect sphere of impeccable balance. Incredible by any standard but especially so for the
vintage...94." BH 4/07.
2902 bottles
per lot US$19,000-28,000
“The purity and detail are flat out incredible with nuanced,
multi-layered flavors wrapped in pinot sap and culminating in an awe-inspiring finish...97.” BH 4/07.
2913 bottles
per lot US$24,000-40,000
one lightly stained label, one nicked monopole tag, one
lightly damp-stained label
“Impeccably balanced with a certain tenderness here with
tannins that are sophisticated and quite fine with the classic Romanée Conti character of an almost spiritual sense
of harmony...97.” BH 4/07.
2922 bottles
per lot US$19,000-28,000
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one lightly marked monopole tag, one lightly stained label,
one stained label
"This is dense, forceful and long...purity of expression and
astonishing length is something to behold...96." BH 1/06.
2932 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$32,000-48,000
"...combine to perfectly complement the equally reserved,
pure and unbelievably precise...flavors underpinned by
sophisticated tannins and huge length...94." BH 1/07.
2943 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
"In a word, this is mind bending and in a visceral sense,
this is a monumental wine of real emotional impact.
Genius in a glass...99+." BH 1/08.
per lot US$32,000-48,000
2953 bottles
Lot 296: banded original wood case
Lot 297: one stained label
"An extraordinary as well as extraordinarily intense aromatic display greets you from the glass..98." WA 12/09.
2963 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
2973 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
Lot 298: one lightly bin-soiled label
Lot 299: one lightly torn monopole tag, one lightly binsoiled label
"The underlying sense of proportion and perfect balance very much confers a Zen-like character to the '08
Romanée Conti. A potentially great vintage for this most
storied of wines...97." BH 1/11.
2983 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
2993 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
includes 3-pack original wood case banded prior to
inspection
"Floral notes add lift on the vivid, kaleidoscopic finish.
Today the Romanée Conti is all about breathtaking exuberance and richness. This is a breathtaking bottle...98+." WA
4/12.
per lot US$18,000-28,000
3002 bottles
Lot 293
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Romanée St Vivant DRC
"There is excellent intensity and detail to the delicious
middle weight flavors that possess really lovely focus on
the lingering and reasonably well-balanced finish...92."
BH 10/13.
3016 bottles
"The medium full, rich, spicy and intense flavors possess
ripe tannins underpinning the considerable structural
spine...91." BH 4/05.
3026 bottles
"...there is superior clarity and focus, the tannins clearly
fine and the finish shimmering with tension and femininity...96." WA 8/13.
3033 bottles
"Full-bodied, velvety-textured, as well as concentrated, it
is immensely ripe, crammed with tannin, and vaunts an
amazingly long finish...95." WA 8/05.
3046 bottles
"...sappy, rich and sweet with ample volume and a palate
drenching finish that benefits from an underlying sense of
vibrancy...Terrific stuff and exceptionally long...92-94." BH
1/06.
3056 bottles
"...wonderfully fine and refined linear and firmly structured
flavors that culminate in a precise, pure and driving finish
that goes on and on...97." BH 1/08.
3066 bottles
per lot US$6500-10,000
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"...ripe purple plum and blackberry; sassafras and licorice;
along with smoked meat and a hoisin-like amalgam of
spices and soy all waft alluringly from the glass...95." WA
12/09.
3076 bottles
"An ultra elegant, pure and quite delicately fruited and
spiced nose that is extremely fresh, floral and expansive...94." BH 1/10
3086 bottles
"Exquisite balance here, effortless towards the finish that
just glides across the mouth. This is a beautiful Romanée
St Vivant...95." WA 3/11.
3094 bottles
"The 2010 is notable for so many attributes, but one that
stands out is the sheer beauty and texture of the breathtaking finish...95-97." WA 2/12.
3104 bottles
Vosne Romanée 1er Cru Duvault-Blochet
Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1999
"This is long, reasonably dense and finishes with a trace of
chocolate. I very much like the intensity of the finish...91."
BH 12/02.
3116 bottles
Vosne Romanée 1er Cru Duvault-Blochet
Domaine de la Romanée Conti 2008
original wood case
one lightly bin-soiled label
"...subtle spice and cool red fruit aromas leading to medium-bodied flavors that are fresh and quite pure before
revealing a rich and detailed finish that is supported by
firm but integrated tannins and excellent length...90." BH
1/11.
3126 bottles
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(Lots 313-318)
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one banded 3-pack original wood case
"Exceptionally powerful and very masculine, this is an
opulent, take-no-prisoners style of wine...94." BH 4/03.
per lot US$13,000-20,000
3135 bottles
"...racy, intense, superbly dense flavors that display a good
deal more minerality than usual and the incredibly long
finish has the grip of a red...94." BH 7/04.
3143 bottles
per lot US$9000-15,000
"This is a flat out big wine by any standard but it's particularly massive by the standards of the 2004 vintage which
generally produced leaner and more elegant wines...95."
BH 7/07.
per lot US$7500-12,000
3153 bottles
"...that complement to perfection the lush, rich and amazingly concentrated broad-scaled flavors that are underpinned by an intense minerality and a palate staining finish of simply unbelievable length...98." BH 7/08.
3163 bottles
per lot US$10,000-17,000
Henri Jayer
"This is one of the more elegant and sophisticated vintages
for this wine...and it's likely to be more of a Montrachet of
finesse rather than overt muscle...96." WA 7/09.
3173 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
"This is a massive Montrachet with superb power and the
balance and mid-palate concentration...A knockout...97."
BH 6/11.
3183 bottles
per lot US$8000-13,000
60
Vosne Romanée Cros Parantoux Reserve Henri Jayer 1996
two lightly nicked labels, one lightly damp-stained label
"...fine delineation, excellent purity and fine length...there
is prominent acidity, budding complexity and excellent
finishing intensity...92." BH 3/08.
per lot US$12,000-18,000
3193 bottles
"A floral red berry fruit nose that is both ripe and slightly
toasty leads to medium full flavors that offer solid intensity and good extract with better overall integration of the
wood on the lengthy finish." BH 1/08.
3201 bottle
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"...medium-to-full-bodied, super-concentrated character...
its admirable fruit (so incredibly evident in its infancy)
may well blossom in time to regain command of this offering...94." WA 10/00.
3235 bottles
“It is medium-to-full-bodied and offers a chewy-textured
flavor profile filled with fresh cherries, licorice, raspberries,
road tar, and blueberries...99.” WA 10/00.
3243 bottles
3256 bottles
one damp-stained label, one nicked label
"...superbly deep and energetic full-bodied flavors that
are sleekly muscled, all wrapped in palate saturating dry
extract and simply mind-boggling length...98." BH 1/08.
3262 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
two lightly nicked labels
"...an exuberant underlying sense of energy, all wrapped
in a core of rock solid but ripe and balanced tannins...
Arguably the Chambertin of the vintage...99." BH 1/08.
per lot US$16,000-24,000
32712 bottles
Domaine Leroy
1.5cm or better, one lightly stained label, one wine-stained
label, one with signs of old seepage
"The length here is stunning as it lingers and lingers on the
palate and the wine has the size of a classic Hermitage
with its huge buried tannin...93." BH 1/02.
3213 bottles
Musigny Domaine Leroy 1993
two lightly bin-soiled labels, one lightly nicked label
"It is a frightfully concentrated, amazingly well-delineated
wine that while full-bodied, never tastes heavy or tiring...98." WA 8/95.
3224 bottles
per lot US$9500-15,000
“
"This is also ultra-pure and densely fruited...all wrapped in
a silky, palate staining, explosive and colossally persistent
finish...98." BH 1/12.
3282 bottles
"The rich, full and utterly classic flavors are a study of the
harmonious liaison of refinement and power that culminate in an explosive and driving finish...98." BH 1/08.
per lot US$7000-11,000
3296 bottles
I admit it. I’m guilty. I committed infanticide. TWICE! Once at a restaurant in Lyon last year where they had the 2009
Rousseau Chambertin on the menu for $350 Euros (you would have done it too) and another time at a generous collector’s home
in Portland who was up for some experimentation on the beauty of this young wine a month ago. Both times the wine showed
brilliantly though of course youthful: Intense and long with monumental potential. Buy now and hold for maximum pleasure
or join me in in the penalty box, I could use the company.” Jamie Pollack
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Bonnes Mares Domaine d'Auvenay 1993
lightly stained and bin-soiled labels, one lightly winestained label, one nicked label
"...a massive, muscular, lumbering giant of a wine with a
strong mineral component woven into the wine's immense
concentration of red and black fruits...92." WA 8/95.
3302 bottles
Clos de la Roche Dujac 1999
"Slightly austere with a mineral essence that tends to suppress the pinot baby fat lurking beneath the surface. The
potential here is enormous...93." BH 2/08.
3316 bottles
Chambertin Clos de Bèze Vieilles Vignes
Perrot-Minot 2005
one 6-pack original carton
"...sweet, round, suave yet detailed big-bodied flavors that
pack real punch as the focus and intensity are remarkable...93-95." BH 1/07.
33212 bottles
Charmes Chambertin Dugat-Py 2005
two lightly bin-soiled labels, one lightly nicked label, six
lightly scuffed labels, two different importers
"An extremely ripe yet remarkably nuanced and highly
complex nose...possessing serious amounts of dry extract
on the palate drenching and hugely long finish imbued
with bitter chocolate hints...95." BH 1/08.
33312 bottles
Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes Domaine Ponsot 2005
two lightly scuffed labels
"...extremely ripe and fantastically broad nose soars from
the glass, merging seamlessly into dense, pure rich and
powerful flavors that are opulent, sweet and dripping...99."
BH 1/08.
3346 bottles
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Griotte Chambertin Claude Dugat 2005
"...rich, full-bodied and taut flavors that possess excellent concentration that completely buffers the firm but
buried tannins. A beautiful combination of power and
finesse...93-95." BH 1/07.
3357 bottles
"...sweet, pure and ultra refined full-bodied flavors that are
harmonious and deep, with a driving tension that forces
everything into striking relief yet the palate impression is
pure velvet on the immensely long finish...99." BH 1/08.
3362 bottles
Musigny Louis Jadot 2005
"...this possesses by far and away the most aromatically
complex nose in the range...95-98." BH 4/07.
per lot US$8000-12,000
33712 bottles
one bin-soiled label, one nicked label, two different
importers
"Prepare to be transported...surprisingly supple flavors that
convey a remarkable sense of energy and power on the
almost unbelievably intense, focused and structured finish
that seems to go on and on without end...99." BH 1/08.
3383 bottles
Charmes Chambertin Claude Dugat
339
Griotte Chambertin Claude Dugat
•2001 (2)
•2003 (1)
•2004 (3)
339.1 above 6 bottles
340
62
•1999 (3)
•2001 (3)
•2005 (6)
above 12 bottles
Musigny Vieilles Vignes Comte Georges de Vogüé
original wood case
•2004 (6)
•2007 (6)
above 12 bottles
Lots 335, 339 & 339.1
Montrachet Domaine Ramonet 1982
2cm, lightly bin-soiled label, good color
"This is a massive and legendary Ramonet Montrachet...
The big, rich, pure and ultra intense and mouth coating flavors reveal enormous depth and a silky texture
that has to be experienced to be believed. A great, great
effort...96." BH 1/08.
3411 bottle
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Some of my favorite whites have been from Domaine d’Auvenay. What else would you expect from Madame Leroy?”
Charles Antin
Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 1996
four lightly stained labels, one lightly bin-soiled label, one
lightly torn label, one with signs of old seepage
"An absolutely stunningly elegant nose soars from the glass
offering almost unbelievably good delineation...underpinned by intense minerality and superb length...96." BH
3/10.
3426 bottles
Lot 343
Corton Charlemagne Coche-Dury 1996
one lightly stained label, one stained label
"...simply unbelievable aromatic elegance and complexity...superb depth, incredible precision...This is truly a great
wine in every respect...97." BH 10/06.
per lot US$7000-11,000
3433 bottles
Chevalier Montrachet Domaine d`Auvenay 1998
"...opulent yet superbly detailed flavors of stunning intensity, wonderful elegance and the unmistakable finesse of
great Chevalier...94." BH 4/06.
3444 bottles
one damp-stained label
"...a genuinely stunning aromatic kaleidoscope. The palate impact does justice to the nose with superb depth and
remarkable density...A great effort by any measure...97."
BH 10/04.
3453 bottles
Montrachet Etienne Sauzet 2002
"The focus is incredible and this both stains and completely coats the palate and the persistent finish arrives in wave
after wave...95." BH 7/04.
34612 bottles
Corton Charlemagne Domaine Leroy 2004
one with signs of old seepage
"This is a massive wine that is textured, concentrated and
muscular yet it remains precise, pure and balanced with
a finale that seems to go on and on without end...95." BH
7/06.
3474 bottles
65
Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 2004
"This is a wine of enormous depth...94-96." BH 7/06.
3481 bottle
66
Bâtard Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 2005
original wood case
one lightly damp-stained label, one lightly scuffed label
"Impressive...94." BH 7/07.
34912 bottles
original wood case
"...hints of stone and smoke that dissolve seamlessly into
unusually big and rich flavors that possess real size, weight
and muscle...94-97." BH 7/07.
35012 bottles
two lightly bin-soiled labels, four lightly nicked labels, one
lightly scuffed label, two nicked labels, three scuffed labels
"The nose on the 2005 is absolutely celestial...stunning
length and grip on the magical finish. Great, great juice in
the making...96+." JBG 1/06.
35112 bottles
Montrachet Jacques Prieur 2005
case missing lid
one nicked label
"...borderline massive wine yet one with super focus and
the intensity is borderline painful, all wrapped in a balanced, harmonious and penetrating finish...92-95." BH
1/07.
35212 bottles
"...the gorgeously rich and massively-scaled flavors explode
on the palate...96." BH 6/10.
35312 bottles
"...stunning purity on the attack, glorious mid-palate depth,
an utterly seamless sense of refinement and profound
length and grip on the snappy and still very primary finish...97+." JBG 11/10.
35412 bottles
Chevalier Montrachet Domaine Leflaive
•1992 (1)
lightly nicked label, good color
•1999 (6)
two scuffed labels, original wood case
354.1 above 7 bottles
Bienvenues Bâtard Montrachet Domaine Leflaive
355
•1999 (6)
•2005 (6)
above 12 bottles
Lots 342, 350, 354 & 354.1
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BORDEAUX
two lightly scuffed labels, one nicked label
finish...96.” WS 2010.
per lot US$6000-10,000
35612 bottles
"...essence of raspberry, violet and berry, with hints of
vanilla and toasted oak. Full-bodied and thick, yet racy,
with masses of tannins and a harmonious structure...100."
WS 1/98.
35712 bottles
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original wood case
per lot US$13,000-19,000
36112 bottles
original wood case
"A very complex, full-bodied red...Lasts for minutes. So
beautifully balanced, I'm left speechless...100." WS 3/08.
36212 bottles
original wood case
"Full-bodied, with fine tannins and a long aftertaste of
berry, grape and vanilla. Subtle, elegant and powerful,
with great length...97." WS 1/01.
35812 bottles
Château Lynch Bages 1989
Pauillac, Cinquième Cru Classé
eleven bottom neck or better, one very top shoulder, ten
lightly damp-stained labels, two lightly nicked labels, one
lightly wine-stained label
"Powerful and rich with some tannins still to shed at age
22, it is still a young adolescent in terms of its evolution...99+." WA 8/11.
36312 bottles
original wood case
"...close to perfection...the wine is elegant yet profoundly
rich, revealing the essence of Lafite's character...the wine
is spectacularly layered yet never heavy. The finish is
sweet, super-rich, yet impeccably balanced and long...98."
WA 4/01.
35912 bottles
Château Lafleur 1996
Pomerol
one 6-pack original wood case in 6-pack original carton,
one 6-pack original wood case
"The wine exhibits a saturated dark purple color, as well
as a distinctive mineral, black raspberry, and berry-scented
nose with the steely, mineral Lafleur character well-displayed. Powerful, long, and rich..." WA 4/99.
36412 bottles
original wood case
"...an extremely powerful, super-concentrated wine...It is
massive, with awesome concentration...96." WA 4/01.
36012 bottles
Château Lafleur 1998
Pomerol
"Full-bodied, with incredibly well-integrated tannins, a
fine texture and a finish that persists for minutes...96." WS
1/01.
36512 bottles
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THE
Rarities and Legends
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(Lots 366-380)
Offered below is a carefully curated selection of rare and legendary wines, a tiny slice of a 10,000 bottle iceberg carefully
assembled over the years at retail and auction by a sophisticated wine-loving couple. Removed from professional storage. Included
are two DRC Assortment Collections: 1989 and 1996.
BORDEAUX
original wood case
three bottom neck or better, five very top shoulder, four
top shoulder, two slightly depressed corks
Provenance: Zachys, March 19, 2004 Lot 1398
"...a complex bouquet of tobacco leaf, Christmas fruitcake,
sweet black fruits, bordering on fig and plum, but no hint
of overripeness, and notions of new saddle leather, mint,
and incense...98+." WA 6/09.
per lot US$7500-12,000
36612 bottles
original wood case
WA 6/10.
per lot US$12,000-18,000
36712 bottles
original wood case
“...plenty of creme de cassis as well as roasted meat
and a slight scorched earth character. Broad, savory, and
rich...98.” WA 6/10.
per lot US$9000-13,000
36812 bottles
BURGUNDY
original wood case
2cm or better
Provenance: Sotheby's, December 10 & 11, 1999 Lot 1253
one Romanée Conti, three La Tâche, two Richebourg,
three Romanée St Vivant (two lightly marked labels), one
Grand Echézeaux (slightly depressed cork), two Echézeaux
3691 case
per lot US$20,000-30,000
one Romanée Conti, three La Tâche, two Richebourg (one
lightly scuffed label), three Romanée St Vivant (lightly
scuffed labels), one Grands Echézeaux, two Echézeaux
3701 case
per lot US$24,000-36,000
70
one lightly nicked label, one lightly scuffed label, two different importers
"One of the greatest wines of the vintage with one of the
most complex and stunning panoply of still youthful pinot
fruit aromas I have ever experienced...a finish that simply
goes on and on...95." BH 4/10.
3713 bottles
lightly bin-soiled labels, one lightly nicked label, one lightly
torn label
"...positively kaleidoscopic in breadth followed by tannic,
sappy, intense, remarkably complex flavors...Fresh, long
and beautiful...92." BH 10/03.
3722 bottles
Chambertin Domaine Leroy 1996
one lightly nicked label, one lightly scuffed label, one
lightly torn label
"...almost absurdly concentrated and thick, very pinot
flavors that are powerful, focused and astonishingly
long...94." BH 5/06.
3733 bottles
Vosne Romanée Cros Parantoux Emmanuel Rouget 1999
"...round, sexy, seductive, earthy, nicely rich and detailed
flavors of excellent intensity and fine length." BH 4/02.
3746 bottles
Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques
Armand Rousseau 2002
"Medium-bodied, complex, and deep, this is a truly delicious wine...92-94." WA 6/04.
37512 bottles
Lots 371-373
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A massive and stunning wine! Widely considered one of the greatest vintages of Vega Sicilia Unico in the past three decades,
the ‘94 is drinking beautifully now and will continue to sing for ages to come. Brilliant with a simple plate of Cabrales.”
Christy Erickson
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SPAIN
Hermitage La Chapelle Jaboulet 1978
Rhône
one 2cm, one 2.5cm, one heavily damp-stained label,
lightly bin-soiled and scuffed labels, one lightly dampstained label, one marked label, different importers
“...the full-bodied 1978 La Chapelle is extremely young
with astonishing vigor, velvety tannin, and a full-bodied,
multi-dimensional, layered personality...100.” WA 6/00.
3762 bottles
Vega Sicilia Unico 1994
Ribera Del Duero
original wood case
"...the 1994 Unico Reserva may be the greatest vintage
released since their legendary 1970 and 1968. A truly
prodigious effort...it should be a wine for the history
books...98+." WA 6/05.
37912 bottles
AUSTRALIA
Châteauneuf du Pape Reserve Château Rayas 1995
Rhône
two lightly scuffed labels, one lightly torn label
"...spectacular...bringing to mind a hypothetical blend of
the great 1989 and 1978...huge body, yet great structure
and delineation...96." WA 1/03.
37712 bottles
ITALY
Penfolds Grange Hermitage 1986
South Australia
five bottom neck or better, six very top shoulder, one top
shoulder, one marked label
"This multi-dimensional wine's huge extraction of fruit,
profound flavor concentration, astonishing balance, and
layers of fruit make it the greatest of the modern day
Granges...99." WA 8/95.
38012 bottles
Masseto 1988
Tuscany
six very top shoulder, six top shoulder
"The wine blossoms beautifully on the mid-palate and finish, with layers of expressive fruit and fabulous overall balance. This is a stunning Masseto...97." WA 11/11.
37812 bottles
per lot US$6000-10,000
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Rarest Champagne from a New York City Cellar
(Lots 381-401)
It wouldn’t be an Evening Sale without the most celebratory wine out there: Champagne.
This consignor does things the right way, with some of the rarest and most meticulously
stored Champagne on the market today. Cristal from the ’79, ’90, ’82, and ’88 vintages
(including magnums), ’73 Dom Pérignon Oenothèque, exceptionally rare magnums of
Salon ’76, and more. Don’t miss the ’90 Chave Hermitage thrown in for good measure.
This consignor has been particularly generous with us over the years, and we’ve shared
many bottles from his pristine cellar. The exceptional quality of his storage and his
careful purchasing is manifested in the power and grace of the bottles he shares.
Lot 387
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BORDEAUX
includes original wood case
five bottom neck or better, three very top shoulder, three
top shoulder, one just below top shoulder, three lightly
scuffed labels, one nicked label, two different importers
"Bottled velvet...a glorious, fruity charmer...sweet, full,
rich, with perfect fruit and balance...almost beyond
description...HHHHH." MB 2000.
38112 bottles
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“
One of my favorite champagnes of all time
is Cristal 1979. I enjoyed a bottle with this
consignor a few years ago and I can still
taste it! Profound and enduring, complex
and rich, it’s a rare find and a spectacular
centerpiece to the best of cellars.”
Jamie Pollack
CHAMPAGNE
Louis Roederer
one lightly damp-stained label, two lightly scuffed labels,
two scuffed labels
"...undoubtedly one of the great classics produced under
the Mentzelopoulos regime...the quintessential Château
Margaux, as well as the paradigm for this estate...99." WA
4/99.
38210 bottles
"A broad wine with compelling purity, a layered texture,
and sweet tannin, with hints of coffee and earth in the
background...99." WA 7/10.
38312 bottles
3846 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$7000-10,000
Rhône
Rhône
one 2cm, four 2.5cm, one 3cm, five lightly bin-soiled
labels, one lightly scuffed label, one lightly corroded capsule
Provenance: two Zachys
"...this wine reveals a distinctive, violet, cassis, bacon fat
aroma intermixed with smoked duck and Asian spice components. Extremely full-bodied and sturdy...100." RP 1997.
3856 bottles
Hermitage JL Chave 1990
Rhône
Lot 386: 2cm or better, one lightly marked label, five lightly scuffed labels, Provenance: one Zachys
Lot 387: three 1.5cm or better, one 2.5cm, two lightly binsoiled labels
“There are additional floral and black tea notes, flashes of
bergamot and clove, and a lingering tarry edge that supports the finish...98.” WS 2012.
38612 bottles
per lot US$6500-10,000
3874 magnums (1.5L)
74
Champagne
into foil, one with tape adhered to label, one bin-soiled
label, one nicked label, three scuffed labels, three torn
labels, three lightly corroded capsules, two oxidized capsules, five different importers, good color
Provenance: two Hart Davis Hart, May 4 & 5, 2007 "The
Steven Verlin Collection"
"The taste is a sensual experience, with a richness reminiscent of hazelnut-filled milk chocolate. Long and classical...96." RJ 6/06.
38812 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
Champagne
into foil, one bin-soiled label, one damp-stained label, one
lightly scuffed label, one oxidized capsule, three different
importers, good color
"A classic of power and finesse, richness and delicacy, it
may be the greatest Cristal I have ever tasted!...97." WA
10/98.
38912 bottles
Louis Roederer Cristal Rose 1990
Champagne
into foil, lightly stained labels, two lightly nicked labels,
good color
"Cristal Rose '90 can't be anything but wonderful. This is a
very young and as-yet discreet Champagne with a peerless
balance and finesse...95." RJ 9/06.
3906 bottles
391
Louis Roederer Cristal
into foil, good color
•1982 (5)
one bin-soiled label, one nicked label, one scuffed label,
two torn labels, four different importers
•1985 (6)
one lightly bin-soiled label, one lightly scuffed label, two
scuffed labels
above 11 bottles
Louis Roederer Cristal
into foil, good color
392
•1988
magnums (2)
one torn label
•Rose 1988
magnums (2)
one lightly scuffed label, one scuffed label
above 4 magnums (1.5L)
Salon Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil 1971
Champagne
into foil, lightly stained and bin-soiled labels, excellent color
3932 bottles
Champagne
into foil, one lightly torn label, one disgorged in 1999, two
recently disgorged, good color
"...fascinating for its smoked meat, coffee, butterscotch and
hazelnut aromas and flavors. Complex and intriguing...93."
WS 12/00.
3943 bottles
Salon Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil 1976
Champagne
into foil, one lightly torn label, stained labels, excellent
color
Provenance: Zachys
"A quite wonderful toasty Mesnil bouquet...Outstandingly
rich—almost fat...one of the best wines of this vintage...96." RJ 3/04.
3952 magnums (1.5L)
“
Salon 1971 is one of the top ten greatest
champagnes I have had the privilege of
tasting. Elegance, power, focus, and so
very linear, everything one expects in Salon
and more. There are few producers who can
match Salon in any way, and no one is
quite like them.” Dan Stensland-Bos
Lots 393 & 395
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Champagne
four 3-pack original cartons
disgorged in 2006
"The finish goes on and on. This mind-bending
Champagne possesses all of the qualities of profoundness,
most importantly the ability to develop beautifully in the
glass...96." WA 12/08.
39612 bottles
Krug 1996
Champagne
Lot 397: individual original gift cartons in two 6-pack original cartons
Lot 398: six individual original gift cartons in 6-pack original carton, one 6-pack original carton
"The 1996 Krug Vintage remains one of the greatest
Champagnes ever made...This bottle is stratospheric,
with layers of explosive fruit that flow effortlessly to the
multi-dimensional, captivating finish. It is another eternal
Champagne from Krug...98." WA 7/11.
39712 bottles
39812 bottles
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AUSTRALIA
Penfolds Grange Hermitage 1986
South Australia
three bottom neck or better, six very top shoulder, three
top shoulder, two damp-stained labels, one lightly nicked
label, two different labels, six with importer tags adhered
to labels, three different importers
Provenance: three Zachys
"This multi-dimensional wine's huge extraction of fruit,
profound flavor concentration, astonishing balance, and
layers of fruit make it the greatest of the modern day
Granges...99." WA 8/95.
40012 bottles
Penfolds Grange 1998
South Australia
"...astonishing wine, utterly seamless, maybe the best
Grange yet. Powerful, aristocratic and impressive in the
way it gathers up its flavors and lets them hang on and on
while the finish lingers...99." WS 5/03.
40112 bottles
Salon Blanc de Blancs Le Mesnil
lightly stained labels, good color
399
76
•1979 (4)
0.5cm below foil
•1988 (3)
into foil
above 7 bottles
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Perfectly Rare Burgundy and Bordeaux (Lots 402-412)
The lots in this consignment run the gamut—from the perfectly mature (and perfectly rare) ’85 Clos de Tart, ’85 DRC Echézeaux,
and ’90 Mugnier Musigny, to a pristine bottle of ’11 Romanée Conti, to a magnum of ’00 Mouton. They’ve all got one thing in
common, though, which is the care with which this collector assembled them over the years. Some were purchased from reputable
auction houses after a careful analysis of provenance, others—the Lafite, Mouton, and Romanée Conti—were bought on release.
The Dujac and Mugnier were part of a cellar purchase from a collector who had bought them on release. All stored in temperaturecontrolled storage until removed for this auction.
BORDEAUX
Graves, Premier Cru Classé
one 3cm, two 4cm, two 4.5cm, bin-soiled and dampstained labels, two lightly torn labels, two nicked labels,
one torn label, one wine-stained label, one lightly corroded
capsule, one slightly depressed cork
"This has always been a prodigious effort (it was the debut
vintage for Jean Delmas)...100." WA 2/96.
4025 bottles
per lot US$7500-11,000
original wood case
"...may be the biggest, largest-scaled Lafite I have ever tasted...extremely powerful and full-bodied, with remarkable
complexity...has managed to preserve its quintessentially
elegant personality...100." WA 4/99.
40312 bottles
per lot US$9000-14,000
4046 magnums (1.5L)
per lot US$13,000-20,000
Lot 402
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BURGUNDY
Clos de Tart Mommessin 1985
one 2cm, three 2.5cm, one 3cm, one 3.5cm, one 4cm,
"Remarkably elegant and spicy with rich, full, delicious
and very complex, mouth coating flavors of superb depth
and length...93." BH 10/04.
4057 bottles
includes 12-pack original wood case with damaged lid
with original bands
two 2cm or better, three 2.5cm, one 3.5cm, one 4cm, one
4.5cm, three lightly corroded capsules, one lightly oxidized
capsule, one slightly depressed cork, one with signs of old
seepage
"Very ripe and still quite fresh with black fruit mixed
with spicy secondary aromas that lead to robust, slightly
rustic yet stylish and rich flavors that still display some
structure on the moderately long finish. This is really quite
pretty...91." BH 10/04.
per lot US$8000-12,000
4068 bottles
Echézeaux Dujac 1990
three 2cm or better, one 2.5cm
"...round, rich, powerful and still moderately structured
medium full flavors underpinned by still firm but softening
tannins and excellent length...91." BH 11/06.
4074 bottles
2cm or better, importer tags adhered to scuffed labels, one
torn label
"This is impressively rich and dramatic Musigny...92." BH 8/11.
4088 bottles
per lot US$8000-12,000
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scuffed and lightly marked label
"This is a master-class in ‘less being more’: a consummate
Romanée Conti...96." WA 2/14.
per lot US$8000-12,000
4091 bottle
Bienvenues Bâtard Montrachet Domaine Ramonet 1986
1cm or better, lightly bin-soiled labels, one lightly nicked
label, one lightly torn label, good color
"A softly perfumed and highly complex nose reveals very
subtle exotic fruit...that offer plenty of depth and weight
plus exceptionally good length on the palate staining finish...93." BH 3/08.
4105 bottles
1.5cm or better, one scuffed label, bin-soiled vintage tags,
good color
"...one of the great Ramonet Montys as it's a truly stunning
wine of monumental proportions with everything in absolutely perfect balance...97." BH 3/08.
4113 bottles
CHAMPAGNE
Taittinger Comtes de Champagne Blanc de Blancs 1971
Champagne
one 2.5cm below foil, four 5.5cm below foil, three 6cm
below foil, one glue-stained label, two lightly scuffed
labels, one scuffed label, one torn label, elongated necks,
good color
"Simply a fabulous Champagne, with an elegance difficult
to beat and a perfect combination of floweriness and fruitiness. It's truly amazing that one can make such a light,
ethereally floating and feminine wine so rich and concentrated...96." RJ 3/07.
4128 bottles
Lot 411
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World Class Gems From A Meticulous Collector
(Lots 413-434)
The provenance of the following lots keenly highlights the care that this consignor took with his wine buying. He has purchased
from auction and reputable merchants both in the US and UK. Highlighting this offering is an imperial (6L) of Lafite 1990 and a full
case of Chambertin Clos de Bèze Armand Rousseau 1993 (750ML). The wines were kept in professional wine storage.
BORDEAUX
original wood case
bottom neck
Provenance: Zachys/Christie's
"...it still possesses some firmness, and performs like a late
adolescent in terms of its evolution...The explosive aromas
are followed by a fleshy, full-bodied wine...96." WA 6/09.
4131 imperial (6L)
BURGUNDY
"Simply an awesome display of power and grace...94." BH
4/04.
41412 bottles
"...flavors that are huge but fine, powerful but subtle and
rich yet detailed with a stupendously long finish that offers
intense minerality. This is genuinely stunning juice...96."
BH 11/09.
per lot US$6500-10,000
41512 bottles
"...a spectacular effort...Opulent and lavish yet all remains
exquisitely balanced and this is astonishingly precise. A
real stunner of a wine...96." BH 10/05.
41612 bottles
"...incredible combination of mind boggling complexity
coupled with perfect balance...96." BH 1/05.
4176 bottles
case with damaged lid
"This is almost exotic in character yet everything is in
beautiful concordance. In a word, great...96." BH 1/09.
4186 magnums (1.5L)
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“
Rich, intense, fragrant, complex and
extremely alluring are just a few thoughts
that come to mind when reminiscing
about the 1993 Chambertin Clos de Bèze
from Armand Rousseau. I was offered
a taste at one of the grand Burgundy
dinners in San Francisco a few years ago,
and it is etched in my memory as if it was
yesterday.” Adriana Sadowska
one heavily wine-stained label, one lightly wine-stained
label, two with signs of old seepage
"...a simply dazzling breadth of aromas. Perfumed and
lovely yet at the same time powerful and penetrating followed by detailed, driving and still very fresh flavors that
display astounding depth...slow building, wonderfully persistent length...96." BH 10/05.
41912 bottles
per lot US$24,000-36,000
Gevrey Chambertin Clos St Jacques
Armand Rousseau 2008
one 6-pack original carton
one nicked label
"...a rock solid core of fruit, fine-grained tannins, lovely acidity and very fine length and grip on the complex and classic
finish. A superb bottle in the making...93+." JBG 11/09.
42012 bottles
Domaine Leflaive
one lightly nicked label, one lightly wine-stained label,
"...aromas are ripe, intense and fragrant followed by gorgeously detailed, powerful, rich and muscular flavors that
possess outstanding length...92." BH 11/06.
4216 bottles
Bienvenues Bâtard Montrachet Domaine Leflaive 1996
one bin-soiled label, one lightly damp-stained label, two
lightly marked labels, one lightly torn label, one lightly winestained label, one scuffed label, five with signs of old seepage
"This wine is extremely exuberant...expressing super-ripe
pear, peach, earth, toast, and lemon flavors...95." WA 6/99.
4229 bottles
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original carton
two with signs of old seepage
"Very dense and very long; the dusty finish seems almost
tannic but retains lovely fruit and finesse...94." IWC 9/02.
42312 bottles
original carton
one lightly damp-stained label
"It is exuberant, crammed with fruit, and long...92-93."
WA 12/01.
42412 bottles
original wood case
four lightly scuffed labels
"Not withstanding all of the size and weight, this is impeccably balanced and overall, this continues to display that
"wow" factor...94." BH 5/10.
42512 bottles
"...ultra precise middle weight flavors that offer simply
incredible focus with an almost painfully intense, stunningly long finish...94." BH 5/10.
42612 bottles
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RHÔNE
Côte Rôtie La Landonne Guigal 1999
Rhône
original wood case missing lid
one lightly damp-stained label, one lightly marked label,
two lightly nicked labels, four lightly scuffed labels, one
scuffed label
"...may be the finest effort Guigal has ever coaxed out of
this vineyard...Literally out of this world in terms of flavor
concentration and balance, the finish lasts well over 60
seconds...100." WA 6/03.
42912 bottles
Rhône
"It is unctuously-textured, full-bodied, and fabulously concentrated with a tremendous purity and seamlessness...A
wine of singular greatness...100." WA 6/03.
43012 bottles
Côte Rôtie La Turque Guigal 1999
Rhône
one 6-pack original wood case
three lightly damp-stained labels, four lightly nicked labels,
three lightly scuffed labels, one marked label, one nicked
label
"...phenomenal intensity, sweet, well-integrated tannin,
huge body, and loads of concentrated fruit...100." WA
6/03.
43112 bottles
original wood case
"It’s concentrated, yet balanced, with a creamy texture and
a long, racy finish...95." WS 11/06.
42712 bottles
"Finishes pure, minerally and impressively long. A lovely
Bâtard in the making...91-94." IWC 10/08.
42812 bottles
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Barbaresco Asili Riserva Bruno Giacosa 1996
Piedmont
Lot 432: three lightly scuffed labels, one 6-pack original
wood case, one 6-pack original wood case with damaged
lid
"The wine impresses with its nuances as well as its extraordinarily rich, dense mid-palate...huge tannin, but equally
massive concentration, extract, and overall harmony...98."
WA 6/01.
43212 bottles
4333 magnums (1.5L)
Lots 432 & 433
Barbaresco Asili Riserva Bruno Giacosa 2000
Piedmont
one lightly nicked label, one lightly scuffed label
"Full-bodied, with ultrafine, silky tannins and gloriously
fresh, bright fruit. The refined finish goes on and on. One
of the greatest wines ever from Bruno Giacosa...98." WS
11/03.
43412 bottles
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Finest Burgundy from the
Extensive Holdings of One of
America’s Most Astute and
Generous Wine Collectors
Fine White Burgundy
(Lots 441-445)
From a longtime and respected member of the wine trade
comes a selection of ’07 white Burgundies, Grands and
Premiers Crus, from the great Domaine Leflaive. Pristine,
and perfectly stored.
(Lots 435-440)
Carefully purchased at auction and retail and maintained
in professional storage.
BURGUNDY
2cm, lightly scuffed label, heavily chipped wax capsule
fully reveals cork, signs of old seepage
4351 jeroboam (3L)
3cm, lightly scuffed label, heavily chipped wax capsule
fully reveals cork, signs of old seepage,
"...big, rich and intense, underpinned by surprisingly rustic
tannins and offering fine length. This is a big wine for the vintage with plenty of character and ample structure..." BH 7/04.
4361 jeroboam (3L)
wine-stained vintage tag, signs of old seepage
"...medium weight flavors that display fine delineation,
excellent purity and fine length...there is prominent acidity, budding complexity and excellent finishing intensity...92." BH 3/08.
4371 magnum (1.5L)
per lot US$10,000-16,000
Echézeaux Henri Jayer for Georges Jayer 2001
lightly marked label
4381 bottle
"Broad but youthfully closed, with great purity of berry and
crushed stone flavor and an almost surprising mid-palate
sweetness. Finishes very long and perfumed...93-95." IWC
3/10.
4396 bottles
BURGUNDY
"Finishes pure, minerally and impressively long. A lovely
Bâtard in the making...91-94." IWC 10/08.
44112 bottles
"This is a classic Bienvenues with impressive levels of dry
extract yet this finishes quite dry. Lovely, understated and
impeccably balanced...91-93." BH 7/09.
44212 bottles
44312 bottles
“
Chevalier Montrachet from Domaine
Leflaive is consistently one of the best white
wines in the world. I can vouch for that
first hand after tasting the 2007. This wine
was so classy, it pairs perfectly with all 25
courses served to me at Blue Hill at Stone
Barns.” Stu Jakub
original wood case
"This is really a lovely effort that is almost as powerful as
the Bâtard but as one would expect, finer and even a bit
longer with an almost painfully intense backend. A very
impressive effort...92-95." BH 7/09.
4446 bottles
Michel Niellon 2007
445
•Bâtard Montrachet
•Chevalier Montrachet
above 12 bottles
(6)
(6)
one lightly bin-soiled label
"...balanced, refined and mouth coating flavors that possess
superb depth and excellent finishing intensity...92-94." BH 1/10.
44012 bottles
per lot US$8500-12,000
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California Cults (Lots 446-449)
This concise selection offers top Cabernet Sauvignon from our own shores. Harlan, Schrader, and Scarecrow, all purchased direct
from the mailing list.
“
Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon
Harlan produces the sort of wine that can
win over an avowed anti-Cali Cab drinker.
The balance and finesse matched to the
power and richness of these wines has no
equal. I personally feel there has never been
a poor quality wine produced at Harlan, in
any vintage.” Dan Stensland-Bos
448
•CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard 2006
(1)
in 2006 original wood assortment case
•RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard 2006
(1)
(1)
•GIII Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard 2007
(1)
•Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard 2008
(1)
(1)
•GIII Beckstoffer Georges III Vineyard 2008
(1)
• “Old Sparky” Beckstoffer
To Kalon Vineyard 2009
magnum (1)
original wood case
magnum (1)
lightly stained label, original wood case
magnum (1)
original wood case
above 7 bottles &
3 magnums (1.5L)
449
Schrader Assortment Case
original wood assortment case
•Fab Five 2009
•Fab Four 2010
•Four Pack 2011
•Six Pack 2012
above 4 cases
CALIFORNIA
446
Harlan Estate
original wood case
•2007 (2)
•2008 (2)
•2009 (2)
•2010 (2)
•2011 (2)
above 10 bottles
447
Scarecrow Cabernet Sauvignon
original wood case
•2006 (3)
•2007 (3)
•2008 (3)
one marked label
•2009 (3)
•2010 (3)
•2011 (3)
above 18 bottles
2008 Bordeaux Primeurs Assortment Cases
from a Highly Regarded Retailer (Lots 450 & 451)
Acquired on release.
Bordeaux Primeurs
6-pack Assortment Case 2008
Bordeaux, Premier Cru Superieur
original wood case
one bottle each of Château Cheval Blanc, Château Haut
Brion, Château Latour, Château Margaux, Château Mouton
Rothschild, Pétrus
4501 case
4511 case
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(1)
(1)
(1)
THE
evening
SALE
Formerly the Property of Captain David Ogilvy Fairlie of Myres;
Much Travelled Rare Old Madeira (Lots 452-458)
On November 24, 1988, a unique collection of Madeira, “removed from the cellars of Myres Castle, Auchtermuchty, Fife,” went to
the auction block at Christie’s, London. The consignor in this Evening Sale purchased some of the lots that day, and these are they.
85
THE
evening
SALE
Lots 452-456
86
THE
evening
MADEIRA
Madeira Verdelho Camara de Lobos
Caldeira Torre Bella 1877
Madeira
three 4.5cm, one 5cm, one 5.5cm, one 6cm, lightly binsoiled and damp-stained labels, four lightly torn labels,
chipped wax capsules, rebottled and recorked in 1987
Provenance: Christie's London, November 24, 1988
4526 bottles
Torre Torre Bella 1877
Madeira
three bottom neck or better, five very top shoulder, three
just below top shoulder, one upper-mid shoulder, lightly
bin-soiled and damp-stained labels, six lightly torn labels,
chipped wax capsules, recorked in 1987
45312 bottles
Madeira
three bottom neck or better, one very top shoulder, one
upper shoulder, one mid shoulder, lightly bin-soiled and
damp-stained labels, four lightly torn labels, chipped wax
capsules, rebottled and recorked in 1987
4546 bottles
SALE
Madeira
one 3.5cm, four 4.5cm, three 5cm, one 5.5cm, two 6cm,
one 6.5cm, lightly bin-soiled and damp-stained labels,
two nicked labels, five torn labels, chipped wax capsules,
recorked in April 1987
45612 bottles
Madeira Tinta Negra Mole Torre Bella 1950
Madeira
two 4cm, one 5cm, two 5.5cm, one 6cm, lightly bin-soiled
and damp-stained labels, one with importer tag adhered to
label, two torn capsules, bottled in 1970, two with signs of
old seepage
4576 bottles
Madeira Verdelho Mistura Camara de Lobos Torre Bella
Madeira
one 4cm, four 4.5cm, two 5cm, three 6cm, two 6.5cm,
lightly bin-soiled and damp-stained labels, two lightly
nicked labels, three torn labels, chipped wax capsules,
blended, rebottled and recorked in 1987, circa 1877-1905
45812 bottles
Madeira Verdelho Camara de Lobos Nogueira
Torre Bella 1905
Madeira
two bottom neck or better, five very top shoulder, four top
shoulder, one upper shoulder, bin-soiled and damp-stained
labels, four lightly torn labels, chipped wax capsules,
recorked in 1987
45512 bottles
87
THE
evening
SALE
Pappy Van Winkle 23 Year Old (Lot 459)
A very rare find, this lot contains three bottles of Pappy Van Winkle in a 3-pack original carton! They have come from a larger
collection acquired from reputable retailers, and kept in a dark and cool space.
BOURBON
Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve 23 Year Old Bourbon
Bourbon
individual gift bags in 3-pack original carton
2.5cm, push corks, 47.8% ABV
4593 bottles
88
Notes

The Evening Sale

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