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Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2019 Domaine Georges Mugneret-Gibourg Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru ((96-98VN), 97DC, 97RP, (93-96JM), 94BH). Vinous: "The 2019 Ruchottes-Chambertin Grand Cru includes 15% whole cluster fruit this year. This was very tight, almost surly on the nose following on from the Echézeaux, wet limestone suffusing the dark berry fruit. The palate is medium-bodied with filigreed tannins. There is an electric line of acidity here, and superb mineralité and symmetry toward a persistent finish that lingers long in the mouth. Very sweet, almost candied on the aftertaste. Just bloomin’ gorgeous. (NM)" (10/2020)
Starting Bid: $1,900.00
Bid on this bottle of 2004 Bruno Giacosa "Le Rocche del Falletto" Barolo Riserva (100VN, 98ST, 97JS, 96WS). Vinous: "The 2004 Barolo Riserva Le Rocche del Falletto is simply as profound as wine can be. Period. Strikingly layered, perfumed and sensual to the core, the 2004 has it all. Next to the straight Falletto, the Rocche is more refined but also quite a bit more backward as well. Mint, rose petal and melted road tar grace the exquisite finish. The level of intensity here is simply mind-blowing. At ten years of age, the 2004 Rocche is a youngster, but it is clearly a wine of divine inspiration. For readers who look at the numbers, the score is the only possible score. (AG)" (05/2015)
Starting Bid: $750.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2013 Blankiet "Paradise Hills Vineyard" Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend (98RP, 98VN). Vinous: "A brooding, dense red, the 2013 Proprietary Red Paradise Hills Vineyard captures all of the mineral and savory intensity of the year. Today, the 2013 is incredibly tight and shut down, with massive tannins and structure backing up the fruit. It will be quite a few years before the 2013 is ready to deliver the full breadth of its potential. Even today, though, it is magnificent. Next to the Mythicus, the Proprietary Red is a bit more aromatic, with less overt oak influence in its flavor profile and contours. (AG)" (10/2015)
Starting Bid: $480.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 1994 Geyser Peak "Reserve Alexandre" Alexander Valley Meritage (91WS). Wine Spectator: "Well focused, with a ripe, complex core of cherry, currant and berry flavors. Smooth and supple right up to the finish, where the tannins weigh in. Deft oak shadings add flavor dimensions. " (10/1997)
Starting Bid: $210.00
Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2014 Sine Qua Non "Piranha Waterdance" California Syrah (100RP, 99JD, (95-97VN), 94WS). Wine Advocate: "Blended of 81% Syrah, 8% Petite Sirah, 6% Mourvèdre, 4% Touriga Nacional and 1% Graciano, sourced from 34% The Third Twin, 35% Eleven Confessions and 31% Cumulus (all estate vineyards), the provocative, inky purple colored 2014 Syrah Piranha Waterdance was made using 26% whole cluster and hits the scent scene with exuberant, pure crème de cassis, blackberry cordial and blueberry coulis notes with hints of espresso, licorice, garrigue and menthol, plus a gorgeous underlying perfume of red roses. The full-bodied palate is oh-so-elegant and pretty, revealing very finely pixelated tannins that beautifully frame the almost electric intensity, culminating in an epically long, licorice and chocolate-laced finish. Too stunning for mere words and rude to even try--just drink it. (LPB)" (09/2017)
Starting Bid: $450.00
Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 2017 Occidental "Occidental Station Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (97VN, 96JD, 95RP). Vinous: "The 2017 Pinot Noir Occidental Station is stunning from the very first taste. The purity of the fruit here is simply dazzling. Soft curves, silky tannins and soaring aromatics give the Occidental Station tons of allure. Super-ripe red cherry, red plum, blood orange, mint and sweet spice infuse the 2017 with tremendous nuance. All the elements meld together in a racy, inviting Pinot that hits all the right notes. The Occidental Station is the one wine in this range that has stems (30%), but they aren't especially notable. In a word: stunning. (AG)" (01/2020)
Starting Bid: $360.00
Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2018 Kinsman Eades "La Voleuse du Chagrin" Calistoga Cabernet Sauvignon (99RP, 98JD, 98VN, 96WS). Wine Advocate: "A new addition to the Kinsman Eades lineup, the fruit for this wine comes from Geeslin vineyard, which is based in Calistoga, off Pickett Road and next to Eisele vineyard. The 2018 Cabernet Sauvignon La Voleuse du Chagrin is made from 100% Cabernet Sauvignon. Very deep garnet-purple colored, it leaps from the glass with vibrant notions of red and black currants, black cherries and wild blueberries plus hints of candied violets, dark chocolate, Sichuan pepper and forest floor. The full-bodied palate has fantastic concentration and depth, supported by a taut structure of wonderfully ripe, velvety tannins and seamless freshness, finishing with epic length. (LPB)" (01/2021)
Starting Bid: $800.00
Bid on this 5-bottle tasting lot; including 2-bottles of 1993 Cantenac Brown, Margaux and 3-bottles of 1995 Cantenac Brown, Margaux. Of the 1993 Cantenac Brown, Margaux, Wine Spectator writes: "Intense blackberry flavor and a hint of violets. Medium-bodied, very firm tannins and medium finish." (01/1996)
Starting Bid: $245.00
Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2016 Kistler "Cuvée Natalie - Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (97JD, 95RP, 94VN) and 1-bottle of 2018 Kistler "Cuvée Natalie - Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (95RP, 94JD, 94VN, 93WS). Of the 2016 Kistler "Cuvée Natalie - Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir, Jeb Dunnuck writes: "The 2016 Pinot Noir Cuvée Natalie is a mix of Calera and Swan clones as well as cool, more iron oxide-driven soils. It offers more red fruits with sensational notes of strawberries, spice, and wet stone literally soaring from the glass. Perfectly balanced, with ultra-fine tannin and a seamless texture, drink this complex, layered, multi-dimensional Russian River Valley Pinot Noir anytime over the coming 10-15 years." (06/2018)
Starting Bid: $165.00
Bid on this 8-bottle lot of 1992 Stags' Leap Winery Napa Valley Petite Sirah. Wine Spectator: "Chewy, earthy, spicy and distinctive with leathery, peppery notes. This is a small-scale wine with possibilities. " (09/1995)
Starting Bid: $200.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2013 Dunn "Trailer Vineyard" Howell Mountain Cabernet Sauvignon (OWC - 100DC, 98JS, 98VN) in original wood. Decanter: "The Dunns' Trailer Vineyard, perched high on Howell Mountain at around 2, 100 ft, was planted in 1972 with a low-yielding selection Cabernet Sauvignon and finally replanted after the 2013 vintage. The old vines' swan song cuvée captures the essence of Howell Mountain and the Dunn style. Red and black currant fruit are the background to brooding aromatics of rich earth, tar, clove, woodsmoke and grilled meat. On the palate the wine is massive, almost brutally concentrated, and structured around a vast chassis of tannin and acidity; indeed, after 30 months in barrel this still seems wild and untamed - but that only adds to its authenticity. (WK)" (05/2016)
Starting Bid: $1,080.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2018 Jean et Sebastien Dauvissat Chablis 1er Cru "Montmains" (95WE, (91-93VN), (88-90BH)). Wine Enthusiast: "Struck flint and salty mineral tones accent this ripe yet gorgeously smoky white. Fermented via indigenous yeast and matured entirely in stainless steel, the translucent wine is bolstered by voluminous richness. Held upright by tangs of lemon and steel, this chalk-edged wine is approachable young but will likely hit peak from 2023 to 2028 and hold further. *#36 Top 100 Wines 2021* (ALI)" (12/2021)
Starting Bid: $150.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2020 Domaine Pinson Chablis 1er Cru "Mont de Milieu" (93BH, 92DC). Burghound: "A cool, pure and airy nose features notes of white flowers, pear, passion fruit, quinine and a very subtle application of wood. The juicy and fleshy medium-bodied flavors are solidly concentrated with good minerality and power on the complex, long and well-balanced finale. This very dry and consistently fine wine is potentially outstanding and just in need of a few years of cellaring. *Burghound Outstanding!*" (10/2022)
Starting Bid: $180.00
Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 2014 Domaine Bouchard Père et Fils Le Corton Grand Cru ((92-95BH), 93WS, 92VN). Burghound: "Moderate wood and menthol nuances serve as a less than neutral backdrop for the gamy, spicy and very ripe aromas of dark pinot fruit liqueur-like aromas. There is fine volume and outstanding intensity to the big-bodied and powerful flavors that possess flat out superb concentration thanks to the abundance of palate drenching sap that also serves to buffer the firm core of ripe tannins on the hugely long and wonderfully complex finish. While the underlying raw material is certainly present such that this will require 15 to 20 years to arrive at its full apogee, the sap is such that I suspect that it will allow this to be enjoyed after only 7 to 8 years of cellar time. This is one to look for provided that you have at least moderate patience. *Don't Miss!*" (04/2016)
Starting Bid: $520.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 1999 de Fieuzal, Pessac-Léognan. Wine Advocate: "Olive, cedar, earth, charcoal, and smoky characteristics are present in this light to medium-bodied, attractive, soft, well-made 1999. It is captivating, but not deep. (RP)" (04/2002)
Starting Bid: $180.00
Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2019 Kistler "Cuvée Natalie - Silver Belt" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (97JD, 96RP, 94JS, 94VN, 92WS). Jeb Dunnuck: "The 2019 Pinot Noir Cuvee Natalie is just slightly lighter in color yet still has a healthy ruby, semi-opaque hue. Made from a mix of Calera and Swan clones and from a cooler terroir, it's more aromatic and complex, with wild strawberry and cherry fruits, notes of forest floor, sappy flowers, incense, and sandalwood, medium body, beautiful tannins, and a gorgeous finish. This is another brilliant Pinot Noir from winemaker Jason Kesner that ranks with the finest in California and France." (07/2021)
Starting Bid: $170.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2017 Sine Qua Non "The Hated Hunter" California Syrah (100JD, 98RP, 96VN). Jeb Dunnuck: "Named after Manfred’s grandfather, the 2017 Syrah The Hated Hunter is 82.4% Syrah, 7.8% Petite Sirah, 5.2% Mourvèdre, 2% Grenache, and the rest a mix of white varieties that spent just over 23 months in 59% new French oak. A classic 2017, it has an incredible nose of spice red and black fruits, ground pepper, dried flowers, and sandalwood. With full-bodied richness, no hard edges, gorgeous purity of fruit, and a finish that won't quit, it has everything you could want from a bottle of wine. " (08/2020)
Starting Bid: $555.00
Bid on this 7-bottle tasting lot; including 3-bottles of 2005 Domaine Joseph Voillot Pommard 1er Cru "Pezerolles" ((92-94BH), (88-89RP)), 2-bottles of 2005 Domaine Joseph Voillot Volnay 1er Cru "Caillerets" ((91-94BH)), and 2-bottles of 2005 Domaine Joseph Voillot Volnay 1er Cru "Les Champans" ((92-95BH), (90-92RP)). Of the 2005 Domaine Joseph Voillot Volnay 1er Cru "Les Champans", Burghound writes: "From vines that average 50 years of age. A reserved and inexpressive nose of distinctly ripe red berry fruit and subtle warm earth and underbrush notes where the latter element continues onto the dense, rich and powerful medium full flavors supported by impeccably ripe structure on the energetic and hugely long finish. " (04/2007)
Starting Bid: $405.00
Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 2003 Hyde de Villaine "HdV" Napa Valley Red (94W&S) and 1-bottle of 2005 Parallel Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon. Of the 2003 Hyde de Villaine "HdV" Napa Valley Red, Wine & Spirits writes: "The cold, wet spring of 2003 generated a lighter than normal fruit set, and allowed most of the fruit for this wine to be farmed with no irrigation. The blend is predominantly merlot, grown on Hyde Vineyard's shallow loam over clay; ten percent is cabernet sauvignon. Oak enhances the lean texture of Carneros merlot, without obscuring the scents of red fruit and earth. The wine's high notes of cherry contrast an elegant, chanterelle-like savor, a compelling balance with cool, earthy tones that last. Its complexity will develop further in the years to come, the wine enjoyable anywhere along the way with a dry-aged steak." (02/2007)
Starting Bid: $65.00
Bid on this 3-magnum lot of 2015 Antinori Tignanello Toscana (1.5L) (98JS, 98VN, 96RP, 96WS, 95WE, 94W&S). Vinous: Once again, the 2015 Tignanello is stunning. Sweet, floral notes give the 2015 striking aromatic intensity to play off a core of red Sangiovese fruit. In 2015, the Sangiovese is a bit higher than the norm, which comes through in the wine's flavor profile. The tannins are also a bit biting at this stage, but that won't be an issue in time. Bright red cherry, plum, blood orange mint and sweet floral notes build into a finish laced with energy and tension. The 2015 is utterly captivating. That's all there is to it. (AG) (08/2019) Vinous: Once again, the 2015 Tignanello is stunning. Sweet, floral notes give the 2015 striking aromatic intensity to play off a core of red Sangiovese fruit.AG) (08/2019)
Starting Bid: $675.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2016 Paul Hobbs "Beckstoffer Dr. Crane Vineyard" Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon (100RP, 96JS, 94VN, 94WS). Wine Advocate: "The deep garnet-purple colored 2016 Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer Dr Crane Vineyard features beautiful violets, rose hip tea and mossy bark scents over a core of ripe blackcurrants, black cherries and plum preserves with touches of mocha, iron ore and Indian spices. Full-bodied and wonderfully balanced in the mouth, the palate delivers layer upon layer of black fruits, earth and exotic spices notions with a firm, velvety frame and epically long, mineral-laced finish. (LPB)" (10/2018)
Starting Bid: $600.00
Bid on this magnum of 1981 Troplong Mondot, St. Emilion (1.5L). Wine Advocate: "Not much different from the 1982, the 1981 is perhaps less fleshy, ripe, and concentrated, but it has a light- to medium-bodied feel on the palate, soft, fruity flavors, and some light tannins in the finish. (RP)" (12/1997)
Starting Bid: $100.00
Bid on this 5-bottle lot of 2009 DuMol "Aidan" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (95RP, 92CG, 92ST). Wine Advocate: "The 2009 Pinot Noir Aidan Wildrose Vineyard is layered with sweet rose petals, new leather, licorice, sweet herbs and dark raspberries. It shows tremendous richness, power and grace in a refined style that is highly appealing. Floral notes reappear to frame the close. This is a slightly brighter wine than the Eoin. (AG)" (02/2011)
Starting Bid: $275.00
Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 2013 Saxum "Paderewski Vineyard" Paso Robles Red Blend (97RP, 94VN, 92WS). Wine Advocate: "One of the more accessible 2013s is the 2013 Paderewski Vineyard, which checks in as a blend of 34% Mourvedre, 33% Zinfandel, 13% Petite Sirah, 12% Syrah and the rest Tempranillo. Its deep ruby, vibrant color is followed by sensational notes of caramelized black cherries, spice box, peppery herbs and chalky minerality. Rich, full-bodied, utterly seamless and gorgeous on the palate, it's an incredible expression of this higher elevation, warm site that readers shouldn't miss. (JD)" (08/2016)
Starting Bid: $180.00
Bid on this 3 liter of 1999 Joseph Phelps "Insignia" Napa Valley Bordeaux Blend (3L) (95VN, 91RP, 91WS). Vinous: "Captivating nose combines blackcurrant, crushed-rock minerality, licorice and violet, complemented by notes of cocoa powder, leather and earth. Densely packed and seriously concentrated, showing an almost chocolatey ripeness that's leavened by integrated acidity. Flavors of dark berries, minerals and flowers saturate the palate and spread out on the very suave, subtly long aftertaste. There's no easy sweetness here but the wine's noble tannins and considerable finesse give it great appeal today. This beautiful blend should go on for many more years on its extract and balance. (ST)" (05/2019)
Starting Bid: $480.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2003 d'Aiguilhe, Côtes de Castillon (91WS). Wine Spectator: " *Smart Buys* Aromas of blackberry, spices, chocolate and meat follow through to a full-bodied palate, with lots of juicy fruit. Luscious finish. Gorgeous. This has a new winery, but the clay soil of the vineyards really helped." (03/2006)
Starting Bid: $120.00
Bid on this 5-bottle lot of 2009 Joseph Phelps "Backus" Oakville Cabernet Sauvignon (OWC - 94RP, 93ST) in original wood. Wine Advocate: "The 2009 Cabernet Sauvignon Backus Vineyard is very nicely balanced from start to finish. In this vintage, the Backus isn’t as overtly ripe as it can be. Hints of tobacco, crushed flowers, new leather and spices add complexity to the inky black fruit. Firm, powerful tannins suggest it will be years before the 2009 is ready to provide maximum pleasure. From time to time, the wine’s inner perfume and expressive black fruit show a glimpse of their potential, but the 2009 is a wine that begs for cellaring. (AG) 94+" (12/2012)
Starting Bid: $450.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2018 Horsepower "The Tribe Vineyard" Walla Walla Valley Syrah (OWC - 96JD, 96WE, 95JS, 95RP, 95WS, 92VN) in original wood. Wine Enthusiast: "The aromas start out brooding, opening to reveal notes of soot, grilled asparagus, freshly mortared herbs, wet rock, orange rind and olive tapenade. Intense, palate-coating, velvety, savory flavors follow, with plentiful Kalamata olive and potpourri notes. A truly endless, palate-shaking flower- and olive-filled finish caps it off. Sit down, strap in and get ready, it's one hell of a ride. *Top 100 Wines of 2021, Cellar Selection* (SS)" (09/2021)
Starting Bid: $200.00
Bid on this bottle of 2019 Next Of Kyn (Sine Qua Non) "Número Cinco" Central Coast Touriga Nacional (98RP, 98VN). Vinous: "The 2019 Touriga Nacional – Número Cinco marries textural opulence with plenty of structure. Inky dark fruit, chocolate, new leather, incense, spice and graphite infuse the 2019 with tremendous brooding intensity. I would give the 2019 at least a few years in bottle to come together as it is incredibly primary. (AG)" (06/2022)
Starting Bid: $180.00
Bid on this 3-bottle tasting lot; including 2-bottles of 2010 Carruades de Lafite, Pauillac (95JS, 94RP, 93WS, 92WE, 91JG, 90ST) and 1-bottle of 2010 Carruades de Lafite, Pauillac (95JS, 94RP, 93WS, 92WE, 91JG, 90ST). Of the 2010 Carruades de Lafite, Pauillac, James Suckling writes: "This smells like a bouquet of flowers with blueberries and currants and spices. Full body, yet agile and refined. So fine and pretty. It's balanced and in harmony. Savory. A smoky, decadent and meat undertone." (11/2013)
Starting Bid: $585.00
Bid on this bottle of 1990 DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Richebourg Grand Cru (96JS, 96RP, 96VN, 94BH, 94JG). Vinous: "The 1990 Richebourg Grand Cru is a wine that I have been fortunate enough to taste three times before. It has a “spherical” nose, if you can picture that, and inside the sphere is copious red fruit laced with hints of traditional Japanese green tea, undergrowth and ferrous scents, as if part of this Richebourg was forged by a blacksmith. The palate is, as always, hugely powerful and yet paradoxically refined, with a smoothness that makes you feel giddy. It builds and builds in the mouth, revealing incredible volume toward the bravura finish. Immense. (NM)" (11/2017)
Starting Bid: $3,250.00
Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 2004 Nicolas Potel Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru "Les Gaudichots" (90BH, 90ST). Burghound: "This mature and overtly spicy effort displayed virtually none of the herbal character that many 2004s did after they were first bottled, in fact to the contrary the nose is really quite pretty. There is good richness to the detailed and stony middle weight flavors that display the barest hint of rusticity on the delicious and dusty finish. This was served blind and I guessed a 1er from the Vosne section of Nuits St. Georges so that suggests the '04 Gaudichots is showing its underlying terroir reasonably well. Note that for my taste this is drinking well now and there is no particular reason to refrain from drinking it if you are in the mood!" (01/2015)
Starting Bid: $1,000.00
Bid on this 2-bottle tasting lot; including 1-bottle of 1997 Elio Altare L'Insieme Vino da Tavola Rosso (1.5L) and 1-bottle of 1998 Elio Altare L'Insieme Vino da Tavola Rosso (1.5L). Of the 1997 Elio Altare L'Insieme Vino da Tavola Rosso (1.5L), This is a standout red blend -- in magnum no less -- made by one of Piedmont's finest winemakers. A blend of varieties, Insieme wine raises money for various charitable outlets in Piedmont and beyond and has raised over 500, 000 euros since its inception.
Starting Bid: $165.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot including a 1993 Domaine Ramonet Bienvenue-Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru (94JG, 92BH) and 2-bottles of 1993 Domaine Ramonet Bâtard-Montrachet Grand Cru (97VN, 94WS). 97 points Vinous: "The 1993 Montrachet Grand Cru is blessed with a show-stopping bouquet, scents of wet limestone, wild moorland and almost flint-like aromas. It is cut from the same cloth as the 1998 served practically alongside, albeit without quite the same laser-like precision. The palate is powerful and reminds me of the 1995 Montrachet encountered just a month earlier. The immediate impression is one of tension and energy, tucked underneath are hints of walnut and smoke, delivering an almost Chablis-like finish that feels undimmed after almost a quarter of a century. This is a fabulous and quite life-affirming Montrachet. (NM)" (5/2019)
Starting Bid: $1,350.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2009 Rochioli "South River" Russian River Valley Chardonnay (95RP, 94ST). Wine Advocate: "The 2009 Chardonnay South River is also fashioned from the Hanzell and old Wente clones. It exhibits more roasted hazelnut and tropical fruit characteristics intermixed with a hint of peaches and a stony component that adds to the wine’s minerality. (RP)" (02/2011)
Starting Bid: $150.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2014 Cirq "Bootlegger's Hill" Russian River Valley Pinot Noir (93VN, 92WS). Vinous: "The 2014 Pinot Noir Bootlegger's Hill is super-expressive today. Sweet tobacco, dried flowers, mint, dried herbs and a burst of orange zest give the 2014 lovely aromatic undertones to play off the red-toned fruit. Silky, pliant and open today, the 2014 is showing beautifully. This is an especially gracious, silky Pinot Noir for Russian River. (AG)" (08/2017)
Starting Bid: $210.00
Bid on this bottle of 2014 Kistler "Kistler Vineyard" Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir (95VN, 94RP). Vinous: "Deceptively medium in body, the 2014 Pinot Noir Kistler Vineyard packs a real punch. Succulent red cherry, rose petal, lavender and violet are all pushed forward, but it is the wine's inner sweetness and aromatics that stand out. Today, the KV comes across as very restrained, with bright acids and fabulous balance. A rush of sweet red cherry, blueberry and pomegranate leave a lasting impression. The 2014 is going to need a bit of time in bottle to unwind, but it is superb. (AG) 95+" (03/2017)
Starting Bid: $70.00
Bid on this bottle of 1999 DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Vosne-Romanée 1er Cru "Cuvée Duvault-Blochet" (93VN, 92BH, 90ST). Vinous: "The 1999 Vosne-Romané 1er Cru Duvault-Blochet, the debut release in the modern era, was beginning to show some signs of bricking on the rim. The bouquet is a treat: decayed red berry fruit, sage and peppermint, just a soupçon of wild fennel all at the liminal point as primary tips into secondary aromas. The palate is soft and mellow on the entry with a subtle meaty/dried blood quality, fine tannin and well judged acidity that keeps this linear and focused. There is just a pinch of spice on the finish that strangely brought to mind more Chambolle than Vosne-Romanée, not that I am complaining. Tasted at the 1999 DRC dinner. (NM)" (04/2018)
Starting Bid: $1,600.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2020 Domaine Paul Jaboulet Aîné "La Chapelle" Hermitage (OWC - (96-98VN), (96-97JS), (94-96JD), (93-95RP)) in original wood. Vinous: "Glass-staining purple. Assertively perfumed cassis, cherry liqueur, fruitcake and floral aromas take on espresso, olive and smoky bacon accents with aeration. Juicy, chewy and energetic on the palate, offering densely packed, alluringly sweet black and blue fruit preserve, floral pastille, licorice and mocha flavors that become deeper and spicier as the wine slowly stretches out. The floral and mineral notes repeat emphatically on a wonderfully long, juicy and mineral-dominated finish that's framed by building, well-wrought tannins. (JR)" (12/2022)
Starting Bid: $840.00
Bid on this 6-bottle lot of 2017 Morlet "Les Petits Morlet" Sonoma County Sauvignon Blanc (92RP). Wine Advocate: "This is Morlet’s first vintage of their “second” Sauvignon Blanc label, produced from the barrels that didn’t make the cut for the final blend of La Proportion Doree. The 2017 Sauvignon Blanc Les Petits Morlet is composed of Sauvignon Blanc (85%) from the same vineyard as La Proportion Doree with a little Semillon (15%). It gives up scents of ripe peaches, green apples and lemon curd with hints of musk perfume, honeycomb and bouquet garni. Medium-bodied, the palate is filled with creamy-textured apple and stone fruit flavors and loads of herbal accents, finishing with great length and bags of freshness. (LPB)" (12/2019)
Starting Bid: $210.00
Bid on this 6-bottle tasting lot in original wood; including 5-bottles of 2017 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia "Ornellaia" Bolgheri Superiore (97JS, 97VN, 96DC, 96JD, 96RP, 94WS) and 1-bottle of 2017 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia "Solare - Artist Label" (Ornellaia) Bolgheri Superiore. Of the 2017 Tenuta dell'Ornellaia "Ornellaia" Bolgheri Superiore, Vinous writes: "A stunning wine, the 2017 Ornellaia offers a captivating interplay of richness and energy. Picking early was the key. Young vine Cabernet Sauvignon and Franc were harvested in August for the first time ever. In the glass, the 2017 offers up an enticing mélange of mocha, cedar, tobacco and licorice, with soft curves that add to its sensuality and allure. The 2017 is sumptuous and racy, as Ornellaias from warmer years tend to be, but it is not at all heavy or overdone. In a word: superb! (AG)" (03/2020)
Starting Bid: $850.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2003 Giuseppe e Figlio Mascarello "Monprivato" Barolo (93RP, 91ST, 90JG, 90VN). Wine Advocate: "The 2003 Barolo Monprivato is made in an atypically big, powerful style loaded with ripe fruit supported by plenty of structure. It boasts an enticing palate presence and a uniquely intense personality. The classic Monprivato notes of ripe cherries, roses, minerals, flowers and herbs are present... In 2003 Mascarello was more severe than normal in his green harvesting of the vineyard as he wanted to lighten the load on his plants to reduce their stress. He was also helped considerably by the compact, moisture-retentive soils. (AG)" (10/2007)
Starting Bid: $315.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 1970 Marchesi di Barolo Barolo. John Gilman: " The 1970 Barolo from the Marchesi di Barolo is cut very much from the same cloth as the 1971 version, but it does not have the benefit of the superior vintage quality and is already starting to dry out a bit on the palate. The bouquet is a good and tertiary blend of dried dark berries, road tar, dried herbs, leather and damp, dark soil tones. On the palate the win is deep, full-bodied and starting to witness the structure get the upper hand on the remaining black fruit, with still a bit of chewy tannin, sound acids and good length and grip on the tarry finish. Drink up. (Drink between 2014-2020) " (08/2014)
Starting Bid: $180.00
Bid on this 5-bottle lot of 2009 Luigi Baudana "Cerretta" Barolo (94VN, 92WS). Vinous: "Dark raspberries, cloves, licorice, new leather and menthol literally jump from the glass in the Baudana's 2009 Barolo Cerretta. Here the style is a bit more polished and refined than in the Baudana, but there is plenty of Serralunga volume and breadth. The tannins, acidity and structure are all present, but they are nearly buried by the wine's utterly exquisite fruit. Readers will have a hard time resisting this striking, juicy Barolo from Baudana and the Vajra family. The Vajra family has done a magnificent job since they took over Baudana in 2008. T (AG) 94+ " (10/2013)
Starting Bid: $375.00
Bid on this bottle of 2021 Domaine Dujac Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru ((94-96RP), 96TA, (93-95BH), 95DC, 95JG, (92-95JM), (92-94VN)). Wine Advocate: "The 2021 Bonnes-Mares Grand Cru is brilliant, exhibiting inviting aromas of cherries and raspberries mingled with rose petals, rich spices and vine smoke, followed by a full-bodied, ample and multidimensional palate that's richly layered, underpinned by powdery tannins and lively acids. (WK)" (01/2023)
Starting Bid: $1,045.00
Bid on this 2-magnum lot of 2019 Evening Land Seven Springs Vineyard - La Source Eola-Amity Hills Pinot Noir (1.5L) (96DC, 95WS, 93W&S, 93WE). Decanter: La Source is produced from the vines at the top of the property at over 200m elevation. The structure is firmly tannic from a bit of stem inclusion. Still, for the most part, the winemaking is smoothly polished and preserves an exuberant fruit while delivering a firmly concentrated wine with impressive persistence. The finished wine shows incredibly ripe blackberry and cassis fruit with a pronounced minerality and a saline character that comes through on the nose and the palate. (CC) (07/2021)
Starting Bid: $260.00
Bid on this 2-bottle lot of 1961 Domaine Clair-Daü Gevrey-Chambertin (92RP). Wine Advocate: "Sumptuous and gourmand, the 1961 Gevrey-Chambertin Village was drinking beautifully, mingling aromas of plummy fruit with hints of warm spices, mossy soil tones and blood orange. Full-bodied, fleshy and enveloping, it's velvety and textural, with a layered core of fruit, melting tannins and lively girdling acids, concluding with a long, sapid finish. (WK)" (04/2021)
Starting Bid: $600.00
Bid on this 4-bottle lot of 2002 Billecart-Salmon "Cuvée Nicolas François Billecart"' Brut Champagne (98DC, 98JS, 97RP, 96VN, 96WE, 95WS, 94W&S, 93JG). James Suckling: "Very impressive depth and detail here. The freshness is staggering. Citrus and grilled-hazelnut aromas lead to a palate that has a very concentrated, slightly creamy and taut feel. Super long and dense with lemon curd, white peaches and a toasty build to the finish. Superb! " (09/2018)
Starting Bid: $640.00
Bid on this 3-bottle tasting lot in original wood; including 1-bottle of 2015 Martin's Lane "Missing Ear Fritzi's Vineyard' Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir, 1-bottle of 2016 Martin's Lane "Missing Ear Fritzi's Vineyard' Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir, and 1-bottle of 2017 Martin's Lane "Missing Ear Fritzi's Vineyard' Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir. Of the 2015 Martin's Lane "Missing Ear Fritzi's Vineyard' Okanagan Valley Pinot Noir, From the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia, this 100% Pinot Noir has a very limited production of 300 cases.
Starting Bid: $150.00
Bid on this 3-bottle lot of 2018 Horsepower "Sur Echalas Vineyard" Walla Walla Valley Grenache (OWC - 96JD, 96RP, 95JS, 95WE, 93WS) in original wood. Wine Advocate: "Exploding from the glass with elements of white peppercorn, spiced potpourri, black raspberry, dusty leather and cherry compote, the 2018 Grenache Sur Echalas Vineyard offers elegant earth tones of cedar, cigar box and iodine. Medium to full-bodied, the palate possesses a fantastic mineral tension with a soft stemmy essence that sways with exotic red and purple flowers, baked clay and freshly crushed peppercorn. The wine lingers with persistence over the elongated finish, offering notes of graphite and bitter black tea. The wine rested for two years in neutral demi-muids and foudre. With the beautiful lineup of Syrahs, Horsepower Vineyards is quickly becoming known for another powerhouse Rhône variety: Grenache. (AM) 96+" (07/2021)
Starting Bid: $225.00