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1 Auction & Specialist Information

2 Web Site & Online Bidding

4 How to Bid

6 Lots 1832

58 Glossary of Terms

59 Collection of Wines

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Quotes cited as R. Parker used by permission of Robert Parker.

Quotes cited as Burghound used by permission of Allen Meadows.

Quotes cited as Wine Spectatorused by permission of Wine Spectator.

Tasting notes attributed to PhM are Phil Minervino, those to CM are Chris Minervino,

those to MM are Michael Moser, and those to MK are Marie Keep.

Lot Sequence:(each sub-region alphabetically by producer)

Ale ........................................................................................................................................8

Champagne .........................................................................................................................9

Bordeaux ............................................................................................................................10

First Growth ....................................................................................................................... 10

SecondGrowth ..................................................................................................................12 ThirdGrowth .....................................................................................................................14

FourthGrowth ...................................................................................................................14

FifthGrowth....................................................................................................................... 14

RightBank ........................................................................................................................ 15

OtherBordeaux ..................................................................................................................17

MixedBordeaux .................................................................................................................17

Sauternes ..........................................................................................................................17

Burgundy ...........................................................................................................................18

CotedeBeaune .................................................................................................................18

CotedeNuits ....................................................................................................................19

MixedBurgundy .................................................................................................................23

Northern Rhone ..................................................................................................................24Southern Rhone .................................................................................................................25

Alsace ................................................................................................................................26

Germany ............................................................................................................................26

Austria ................................................................................................................................26

Italy ....................................................................................................................................26

Spain ..................................................................................................................................28

Lebanon .............................................................................................................................29

California ............................................................................................................................29

MixedCabernet...................................................................................................................50

OtherMixedCalifornia ..........................................................................................................52

Australia .............................................................................................................................53

Chile ...................................................................................................................................54Mixed Lots .........................................................................................................................54

Port ....................................................................................................................................55

Madeira ..............................................................................................................................55

Spirits .................................................................................................................................55

France ..............................................................................................................................55

Scotland ...........................................................................................................................56

Cuba ................................................................................................................................56

NorthAmerica ....................................................................................................................56


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Ale

1Cantillon 50N-4EBrussels, Belgium

lambic brewed on 23 February 2010,

aged for 2 years in Cognac barrels and

bottled on 27 February 2012

1 bottle$125-200

2Cantillon Blbr 2010Brussels, Belgium

no vintage on label, vintage legible on

cork branding, lambic fermented with

blueberries, bottled 2010

1 bottle$250-400

3Cantillon Crianza HelenaBrussels, Belgium

lightly nicked label, a gueuze made

from 3-year lambic aged in Cognacbarrels, 2-year lambic aged in

Bordeaux barrels and young lambic

aged in barriques, bottled 2008

1 bottle$350-500

4Cantillon Cuvee de Monks GueuzeGueuze produced for Monks Caf with

lambics hand selected by Jean Van

Roy and Tom Peters, bottled 2008

1 demi bottle$125-200

5Cantillon Don QuijoteBrussels, Belgium

lambic fermented with Vitis Labrusca

grapes


6Cantillon Pikkulinnun ViskilambicBrussels, Belgium

lightly nicked label, 2-year lambic aged

in bourbon barrel, produced exclusively

for Olutravintola Pikkulintu, bottled2009


7Cantillon VigneronneBrussels, Belgium

lambic blended with Italian Muscat

grapes, bottled 1999


8Cantillon Zwanze 2008Brussels, Belgium

lambic fermented with rhubarb, bottled

19 November 2008, scuffed label

1 bottle$350-500

9Cantillon Zwanze 2009

Brussels, Belgiumlambic fermented with elderflowers,

bottled May 29, 2009

1 bottle$250-400

10Cantillon Zwanze 2010Brussels, Belgium

spontaneously fermented ale with

barley, wheat and oats, bottled March

3, 2010

1 bottle$200-300

11Drie Fonteinen Armand 4 ZomerBeersel, Belgium

scuffed and lightly nicked label, bottled

March 26, 2010

1 bottle$100-150

12Drie Fonteinen Armand & TommyBeersel, Brussels

blend of 1-, 2-, and 3-year lambics,

blended by Armand Debelder and

Tomme Arthur, bottled February 17,2011

1 bottle$150-250

13Drie Fonteinen Framboos 2010Beersel, Belgium

fermented with Pajottenland

raspberries, bottled May 31, 2011

1 bottle$300-500

14Drie Fonteinen HommageBeersel, Belgium

fermented with Pajottenland

raspberries, bottled February 14, 2007

1 bottle$250-400

15Drie FonteinenJ&J Blauw (1 bt) wrinkled andscuffed label, bottled May 6, 2003,blend of 1 year old Lindemanslambic and 4 year old GirardinlambicJ&J Roze 2002 (1 bt) scuffed andtorn label, bottled May 7, 2002,blend of 1 year old Boon lambic and3 year old Girardin lambic

Beersel, Belgium2 bottles

$500-700

16Drie Fonteinen Malvasia RossoBeersel, Belgium

lambic fermented with Malvasia Rosso

grapes, bottled 02/01/2003

1 bottle$225-350

17Drie Fonteinen Oude Geuze 1998Beersel, Belgium

De Nachtlichen label, bottled 21 Nov

1998, very lightly nicked label

1 bottle$350-500

18Drie Fonteinen Straffe WinterBeersel, Belgium

Faro style, bottled January 25, 2008

1 bottle$200-300

19De Dolle Brouwers Stille NachtReserva 2010Esen, Belgium

ale aged in Bordeaux wooden barrels

for 25 months, nicked label

1 bottle$100-150

20Horal Oude Geuze Mega Blend 2009Belgium

blend of oude geuze from Drie

Fonteinen, Boon, Timmermans, Oud

Beersel, Lindemans, De Troch, De

Cam and Hanssens assembled during

the Toer de Geuze 2009

1 bottle$80-125

21Narke Kaggen Stormaktsporter 2007Oerebro, Sweden

imperial Stout brewed with heather

honey and aged in oak barrels for 2.5

months

1 250ml bottle$200-300


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22The Lost Abbey Cable Car KriekSan Marcos, California

slight signs of old seepage

1 bottle$700-1,000

23The Lost Abbey Duck Duck GoozeSan Marcos, California

bottled 20131 bottle

$125-200

24The Lost Abbey Isabelle ProximusSan Marcos, California

ale aged in oak barrels, a collaborative

brew between Adam Avery, Cinnie

Cilurzo, Rob Todd, Tomme Arthur,

Sam Calagione and Lorenzo Dabove,

bottled in 2008

1 bottle$200-300

25The Lost Abbey Sinners Blend 2008San Marcos, California

a blend of barrel room selections,

bottled 2008


26The Lost Abbey VeritasSan Marcos, California

batch 007

1 bottle

$150-250

27Russian River Brewing CompanyBeatificationSanta Rosa, California

batch 2


28Russian River Brewing CompanyBeatificationSanta Rosa, California

batch 3

1 bottle$175-275

29Bottleworks IX Russian RiverBrewing Company DeviationSanta Rosa, California

lightly nicked and bin-soiled label,

a blend of PH1, Orphan Ale and

Sonambic Ale with Sanctification

to celebrate the 9th Anniversary of

Bottleworks in Seattle

1 bottle$200-300

30Russian River Brewing CompanyToronado 20th AnniversarySanta Rosa, California

bin-soiled label, a blend of five barrel

aged beers, selected by Vinnie Cilurzo

and David Keene, bottle conditioned

and released in 2007 to celebrate the

20th Anniversary of Toronado in San

Francisco

1 bottle$200-300

31Captain Lawrence BrewingCompany Cuvee de CastletonPleasantville, New York

golden ale fermented with grapes and

spices and aged in oak barrels, batch

2, bottled 2008

1 bottle$125-200

Champagne

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Bollinger RD 1996Ay

The 1996 R.D. from Bollinger isanother superb wine from this vintage.An expressive bouquet of spices,acacia blossoms and perfumed fruitemerges from the wines silky-texturedframe. This generous R.D. is drinkingwell today, but also has enoughfreshness to age well for years. It is agreat version of one of Champagneslegendary wines. A. Galloni for R.Parker, 96 pts. 04/093 bottles (owc in oc)

$375-600

33Cristal 1999Epernay

1 jeroboam (owc)$1,800-2,400

34Cristal 2002Epernay

2 bottles$350-500

35Cristal1985 (1 bt) u: high above foil1989 (1 bt) u: high above foil, winestaining on capsule from externalsourceEpernay

2 bottles$400-600

36Dom Perignon 1985Epernay

1 bottle$275-400

37Dom Perignon 1985Epernayu: 1.0cm below foil

1 bottle (original gift box)$150-250

38Dom Perignon 1990Epernay

3 bottles (in original gift boxes)$600-900

39Egly-Ouriet Brut Grand Cru 1998

Ambonnay

3 bottles$200-300

40Charles Heidsieck Oenotheque

Charlie 1985Reims

1 bottle$125-200

41Jacquesson Extra Brut Avize GrandCru 1996Dizy

6 bottles$400-600

42Krug Brut 1990Reims

2 bottles$600-800


3 bottles$500-750


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The 1996 Krug Vintage remains oneof the greatest Champagnes evermade. It is also far less expensivethan either the Clos du Mesnil or ClosdAmbonnay but equally as delicious.This bottle is stratospheric, with layersof explosive fruit that flow effortlesslyto the multi-dimensional, captivating

finish. It is another eternal Champagnefrom Krug. A. Galloni for R. Parker, 98pts. 07/116 bottles

$1,500-2,100

45Krug Grande CuveeReims

6 bottles$500-700

46Krug Grande Cuvee Brut NVReims

1 magnum$200-300

47Philipponnat Clos des Goisses 1999Mareuil-sur-Ay

A. Galloni for R. Parker, 95 pts. 12/081 magnum

$250-400

48Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill

1998Epernay

3 bottles$250-375

49Pol Roger Sir Winston Churchill1998Epernay

1 magnum$150-250

50Salon Le Mesnil Brut Blanc desBlancs 1997Le Mesnil-sur-Oger

Salons 1997 Brut Blanc de Blancsis drop-dead gorgeous. There is abeautiful tension between the intenseminerality of Mesnil and the warmth ofthe vintage. Textural depth, brillianceand expressive inner perfume are thehallmarks of this gorgeous Blanc de

Blancs. Flowers, mint and crisp varietalfruit linger on the impeccable finish.This is a particularly youthful, vibrantdisgorgement of the 1997 that can beenjoyed now or cellared. DisgorgedFirst Trimester, 2010. A. Galloni for R.Parker, 95 pts. 12/106 bottles (owc)

$1,000-1,500

51Salon Les Mesnil Blanc de Blancs1996Le Mesnil sur Oger

The 1996 Salon is yet another winethat is maturing splendidly. Oncefocused to the point of being painfullyaustere and angular, today the 1996Salon has begun to soften and fillout. My latest bottles have been rich,generous and totally compelling inevery way. A. Galloni for R. Parker,97+ pts. 11/103 bottles

$750-1,000

52Taittinger Comtes de Champagne1981

Reimsu: into neck, wine stained label

R. Parker, 94 pts. 09/101 bottle

$250-400

53Taittinger Comtes de Champagne1998Reims

The 1998 Comtes de Champagne isa different story altogether. This is asexy, up-front Comtes endowed withlovely richness in its fruit and open,expressive aromatics. It remains animpressive, inviting Comtes that shouldalso continue to develop nicely in thebottle for at least another decade plus.A. Galloni for R. Parker, 95 pts. 10/103 bottles

$250-400

54Veuve Clicquot Vintage Reserve1985Reims

u: high above foil, lightly bin-soiled label

1 bottle$60-80

Bordeaux

First Growth

55Chateau Haut Brion 1988Pessac-Leognan, 1er Cru Classe

u: 1.0cm or better

4 bottles$1,200-1,600

56Chateau Haut Brion 1990Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe

u: less than 2.0cm

1990: In terms of the brilliantcomplexity and nobility of thearomatics, scorched earth, blackcurrants, plums, charcoal, cedar, andspices, the 1990 offers an aromaticexplosion that is unparalleled. Itis always fascinating to taste thiswine next to the 1989, which is amonumental effort, but much morebackward and denser, without the

aromatic complexity of the 1990. The1990 put on weight after bottling, andis currently rich, full-bodied, opulent,even flamboyant by Haut Brionsstandards. It is an incredible expressionof a noble terroir in a top vintage. Whileit has been fully mature for a numberof years, it does not reveal any brickingat the edge, and I suspect it will stayat this level for another 10-15 years...but why wait? It is irresistible now. R.Parker, 98 pts. 06/093 bottles

$1,200-1,800

57Chateau Haut Brion 2000Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe

A compelling nose of roasted herbs,scorched earth, sweet blueberries,plums, black currants, and a hint ofgraphite is followed by a deep, layered,sumptuously textured, full-bodiedHaut-Brion, but one with extraordinarycomplexity. This wine seems moreevolved and approachable than Ihad expected it to be at age 10. Mywindow of maturity seven years agowas 2012-2040, but I would changethat to 2010-2050. R. Parker, 99 pts.

06/106 bottles

$2,400-3,500

58Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1952Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe

u: very top shoulder, scuffed and

lightly torn label, Etablissments Nicolas

stamped label

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u: low shoulder, nicked capsule,

stained, nicked and bin-soiled label

1 bottle$200-300

60Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1982

Pauillac, 1er Cru Classeu: very top shoulder, very lightly

corroded capsule

1 bottle$1,800-2,400


u: into neck

The 1986 possesses outstandingrichness, a deep color, mediumbody, a graceful, harmonious texture,and superb length. The penetratingfragrance of cedar, chestnuts, minerals,and rich fruit is a hallmark of this wine.Powerful, dense, rich, and tannic, aswell as medium to full-bodied, withawesome extraction of fruit, this Lafitehas immense potential. Patience isrequired. Anticipated maturity: 2000-2030. Last tasted 11/94. R. Parker,100 pts. 01/981 bottle

$800-1,200


Tasted three times since bottling,the 1996 Lafite-Rothschild isunquestionably this renowned estatesgreatest wine. As I indicated last year,only 38% of the crop was deemedgrand enough to be put into thefinal blend, which is atypically high inCabernet Sauvignon (83% Cabernet

Sauvignon, 7% Cabernet Franc, 7%Merlot, and 3% Petit Verdot). Thismassive wine may be the biggest,largest-scaled Lafite I have evertasted. It will require many years tocome around, so I suspect all of uspast the age of fifty might want to giveserious consideration as to whetherwe should be laying away multiplecases of this wine. It is also the firstLafite-Rothschild to be put into anew engraved bottle (designed toprevent fraudulent imitations). The wineexhibits a thick-looking, ruby/purplecolor, and a knock-out nose of leadpencil, minerals, flowers, and blackcurrant scents. Extremely powerfuland full-bodied, with remarkablecomplexity for such a young wine,this huge Lafite is oozing with extractand richness, yet has managed topreserve its quintessentially elegantpersonality. This wine is even richerthan it was prior to bottling. It shouldunquestionably last for 40-50 years.R. Parker, 100 pts. 04/997 bottles

$5,000-7,000

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Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2000Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe

R. Parker, 98+ pts. 06/1010 bottles

$12,000-18,000


1 magnum$1000-1500

65Chateau Latour 1947Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe

u: mid shoulder, lightly corroded

capsule, slight signs of old seepage,

tissue and water stained label, bin-

soiled label

1 bottle$600-900


u: top shoulder, slight signs of old

seepage


67Chateau Latour 1972

Pauillac, 1er Cru Classeu: one very top shoulder, two top

shoulder, oxidized capsules, lightly bin-

soiled labels

3 bottles$400-600


u: into neck, lightly scuffed label

L. Perrotti-Brown for R. Parker, 94 pts.11/121 bottle

$500-700

69Chateau Margaux 1982Margaux, 1er Cru Classe

u: very top shoulder, light oxidation and

capsule wear, slight nick to label, light

bin soil and label staining

Consistently scoring between 98-100, the superb 1982 Margaux maybe slightly bigger, bolder, and moremasculine than vintages producedover the last 15-20 years. Its darkplum/purple color is followed by notesof melted tar intermixed with sweet

cassis and floral underpinnings. Veryfull-bodied and dense for a ChateauMargaux, with a slight rusticity to thetannins, it boasts blockbuster power,richness, and impressive aromatics. Itappears set for another 30-40 years oflife. R. Parker, 98 pts. 06/091 bottle

$500-700


u: two very top shoulder, one top

shoulder, nicked capsule, lightly

corroded capsules

R. Parker, 96 pts. 01/033 bottles

$900-1,400


u: one bottom neck, one very top

shoulder, one top shoulder; light

capsule corrosion and bin soil

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u: bottom neck, very lightly scuffed

label

1 bottle$300-450

73Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1982

Pauillac, 1er Cru Classeu: bottom neck, some label loss and

staining


$800-1,200

74Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1982Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe

u: one high shoulder, three top

shoulder, four very top shoulder or

better, capsule corrosion, bin scuffs

and nicking to all labels, one label

mostly missing, three labels partially

unaffixed and torn, wine staining to all,

bin soil


$4,250-6,000


u: one into neck, three bottom neck,

six very top shoulder, one top shoulder,

one high shoulder, six with signs of old

seepage, three wine stained labels,

nicked labels, wrinkled labels

R. Parker, 100 pts. 06/0912 bottles (owc)

$9,000-12,000


u: very top shoulder, one very slightly

protruding cork

3 bottles$750-1,000


u: bottom neck

1 bottle$250-350


u: very top shoulder

1 bottle$250-400


u: five into neck, one bottom neck

6 bottles$1,400-2,000



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SecondGrowth

Atop a hillside, Chateau Cos dEstournel

is a beacon of St. Estephe. The exoticism of

Asia, from the Taj style of its architectural

pagodas to the elephants flanking the

Chateaus wine archive hints at the perfume

of its wines. Cos was in the vanguard of the

continuing Bordeaux modernization of cellar

design and vinicultural methods, using a

gravity driven process to allow Cos terroirto unfold, drawing out its signature heady

exotic spice, in wines of incredible finesse

and supple balance. MK

81Chateau Cos dEstournel 1982St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe

u: three into neck, one bottom neck,

one nicked capsule, lightly wrinkled

labels


$1,000-1,500

82Chateau Cos dEstournel 2005St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe


$400-600

83Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1981St Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

u: very top shoulder, one very lightly

nicked label

3 bottles$100-150

84Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1982St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

u: ten into neck, two very top shoulder,

nicked capsules, lightly bin-soiled

labels


$2,800-3,500

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Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1995St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

3 bottles$300-450


2 bottles$250-400


The 2005 Ducru Beaucaillou is a10,000-case blend of 67% CabernetSauvignon and 33% Merlot (they usedto produce 18,000-20,000 cases). Itis an exceptionally powerful wine witha dense purple color, superb intensity,and a beautiful, sweet nose of springflowers, raspberries, blueberries,graphite, and creme de cassis. Full-bodied with fabulous concentration,exceptionally high tannin, good acidity,and massive layers of richness thatbuild incrementally on the palate, thismonumental effort is more structuredthan their outstanding 2003. It may bethe finest wine produced at this estatesince the 1982 and 1961 Ducrus. R.Parker, 97 pts. 04/081 bottle

$125-200


One of the stars of the vintage, and

a remarkable achievement in 2008,with impressive richness, this densepurple colored wine is almost asopaque as the 2010. Spring flowers,crushed rocks, creme de cassis andsome subtle oak are followed by afull-bodied, concentrated wine thattranscends the vintage character in itspower, richness, and aging potential.It also exhibits tremendous precision,purity, and depth of character. It ismore forward than the 2010 is likely tobe, but probably not as sumptuous asthe 2009 will turn out to be. This is awine to buy. R. Parker, 95+ pts. 05/1112 bottles (owc)

$800-1,200

89Chateau Gruaud Larose 1982St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classeu: bottom neck, badly nicked label,

lightly bin-soiled label


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Chateau Lascombes 2000Margaux, 2eme Cru Classe

12 bottles$600-900

Leoville Bartoncould just be the ultimate

insiders address. PhM

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Chateau Leoville Barton 1982St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

u: one very top shoulder, one top

shoulder, wine stained, bin soiled and

glue stained labels

2 bottles$250-400

92Chateau Leoville Barton 1995St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

3 bottles$175-275

93Chateau Leoville Barton 2003St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe


$250-400

Leoville Las Cases(LLC) is a St. Julien

in name onlynot that there is anything

wrong with that. This wine is generally

quite well-endowed and possessing

dramaticdepth. LLCisquite a large

property on the river side ofthenorth-

south roadfrom the city of Bordeaux.

Leoville Barton and Leoville Poyferre were

cleaved off at various times in history

further validationthat this is a most special

site (terroir in French). PhM

94Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1982St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

u: very top shoulder

1 bottle$250-400

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Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1996St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe


$1,400-1,800

96Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1996St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe


$2,500-3,500

97Chateau Leoville Poyferre 1989St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe

u: five bottom neck, one very topshoulder

6 bottles$425-600


u: into neck


$150-250


11 bottles$800-1,200


One of the more flamboyant andsumptuous wines of the vintage, thisinky/purple-colored St.-Julien revealsthrilling levels of opulence, richnessand aromatic pleasures. A soaringbouquet of creme de cassis, charcoal,

graphite and spring flowers is followedby a super-concentrated wine with silkytannins, stunning amounts of glycerin,a voluptuous, multilayered mouthfeeland nearly 14% natural alcohol.Displaying fabulous definition for sucha big, plump, massive, concentratedeffort, I suspect the tannin levels arehigh even though they are largelyconcealed by lavish amounts of fruit,glycerin and extract. R. Parker, 100pts. 02/1212 bottles (owc)

$2,200-3,250

Montroseis a majestic estate. Further

up the Gironde, St. Estephe being just

past Pauillac, visitors seem fewer up here.

One gets the sense that perhaps being

undisturbed, the team diligently pursues

their mission without interruption PhM

101Chateau Montrose 2009St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe

A colossal effort, the 2009 Montroserepresents a hypothetical blend of themonumental duo of 1989 and 1990combined with the phenomenal 2003.With 13.7% alcohol (an all-time highat Montrose), it is a blend of 65%Cabernet Sauvignon, 29% Merlot andthe rest tiny quantities of CabernetFranc and Petit Verdot. Some structureand minerality can be detected in thebackground, but the overall impressionis one of massive blackberry, blackcurrant and mulberry fruit intermixedwith forest floor, damp earth, crushedrocks and a hint of spring flowers.

Full-bodied with sweet but abundanttannin, Jean-Bernard Delmas believesthis is the greatest wine he has madeduring his short tenure at Montrosesince retiring from Haut-Brion. Thiswine will undoubtedly shut down for adecade, then unleash its power, gloryand potential perfection. R. Parker,100 pts. 02/1212 bottles (owc)

$2,500-3,500

102Chateau Pichon-Longueville Baron1988 (1 bt)

u: into neck1988 (3 bts) u: into neck1990 (3 bts) u: one into neck, twobottom neckPauillac, 2eme Cru Classe


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La Missionlies just across the road from

Haut Brion. The descendants of American

banker Clarence Dillon now run both

properties (previously owning just Haut

Brion). Given this fact, there exists an

inevitable fixation to contrast the properties.

Still, the arrangement between them is

not really one of sibling rivalry at all. What

is striking is how these wine estates and

adjacent vineyards exist so close to the

city center of Bordeaux (4 miles). Mercifullythe unusually deep gravel soils so ideal for

viticulture were never paved over! PhM

103Chateau La Mission Haut Brion 1945Pessac Leognan, Cru Classe

u: top shoulder, short lead Chateau-

embossed capsule reveals vintage

branding on cork, lightly bin-soiled

labels, one lightly torn label, one badly

torn label, Etablissements Nicolas

stamped labels


$2,500-3,500

ThirdGrowth

104Chateau Calon Segur 2000St. Estephe, 3eme Cru Classe

3 bottles$200-300

105Chateau Cantenac Brown 2009Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe

12 bottles (owc)$600-900

106Chateau Giscours 2000Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe

9 bottles$450-675

107Chateau dIssan 1988Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe

u: into neck

3 bottles$125-200

108Chateau Malescot Saint Exupery2009Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe

An inky/purple color is followed bynotes of Asian plum sauce, forest floor,creme de cassis, black raspberriesand a floral component that is unusualfor a Margaux. A wine of exceptionalintensity and purity with a full-bodied,sumptuous texture, lots of fresh

vibrancy and excellent definition, thisbeautiful 2009 exhibits high but sweettannin. It is more sexy than the 2005was at a similar age, although theirlevel of extract and concentration isrelatively equal. Something about the2009 reminds me of a Margaux versionof St.-Juliens Leoville Poyferre...if thatmakes any sense. R. Parker, 96 pts.02/1212 bottles (owc)

$800-1,200

FourthGrowth

109Chateau Branaire Ducru 1982St. Julien, 4eme Cru Classe

u: into neck, lightly torn, heavily damp

stained and glue stained label

R. Parker, 93 pts. 06/091 magnum

$175-275

110Chateau Branaire Ducru 2000St. Julien, 4eme Cru Classe


$300-450111Chateau Duhart Milon 2008Pauillac, 4eme Cru Classe

A magnificent sleeper of the vintage,the 2008 Duhart Milon is the shrewdconsumers wine to purchase by thecase as prices do not yet reflect itsqualitative resurgence. Composedof 73% Cabernet Sauvignon and27% Merlot that came in at 13.09%alcohol, it is a surprisingly intenseeffort displaying a marvelous texture,plenty of black currant, licorice,unsmoked cigar tobacco and earthycharacteristics, a full-bodied mouthfeeland stunning purity as well as density.Enjoy this top-notch 2008 over thenext 20-25 years. R. Parker, 94 pts.05/1112 bottles (owc)

$700-1,000

112Chateau Talbot 1982St. Julien, 4eme Cru Classe

u: three very top shoulder, one top

shoulder, oxidized capsules, lightly bin-

soiled labels


$700-1,000

113Chateau Talbot 1985St. Julien, 4eme Cru Classe

u: very top shoulder, two nicked

capsules, two lightly corroded capsules

4 bottles$250-350

FifthGrowth

114Chateau dArmailhac 2009Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe

R. Parker, 92 pts. 02/121 double magnum

$125-200

115Chateau Cantemerle 2000Haut Medoc, 5eme Cru Classe

two with signs of old seepage

9 bottles$300-450

116Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste 1996Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe

6 bottles

$500-750

117Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste 2003Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe


118Chateau Lynch Bages 1966Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe

u: low-mid shoulder, bin-soiled label,

good color and clarity

1 bottle$80-125


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Beginning to open magnificently, thestill dense purple-colored 2000 revealsa blossoming bouquet of blackberries,cassis, graphite and pen ink. Full-bodied with velvety tannins that haveresolved themselves beautifully overthe last eleven years, this wine is stillan adolescent, but it exhibits admirable

purity, texture, mouthfeel and powercombined with elegance. One ofthe all-time great examples of LynchBages, the 2000 is just beginningto drink well yet promises to last foranother 20-25+ years. R. Parker, 97pts. 08/116 bottles

$1,000-1,500



$1,800-2,800


Performing even better from bottlethan it did from barrel, this appears tobe the finest Lynch Bages since the2000, 1990 and 1989. According tothe chateau, the 2009 has the highestlevel of polyphenols ever measured aswell as high alcohol (nearly 13.5%). Ablend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon andthe rest largely Merlot with touches of

Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it isan expressive, voluptuously texturedeffort with unctuosity and powerful,juicy, succulent blackberry and blackcurrant flavors, low acids, a layered,massive mouthfeel, but no sense ofheaviness or fatigue. This exquisiteLynch Bages should drink well for 30+years. R. Parker, 98 pts. 02/121 imperial

$1,000-1,500

123Chateau Pontet Canet 1996Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe

9 bottles$600-900


4 bottles$300-400


R. Parker, 96+ pts. 04/0812 bottles (owc)

$1,000-1,500



$450-700


An amazing wine in every sense,this classic, full-bodied Pauillac isthe quintessential Pontet Canetfrom proprietor Alfred Tesseron, whocontinues to reduce yields and farmshis vineyards biodynamicallya rarity inBordeaux. Black as a moonless night,the 2009 Pontet Canet offers up notesof incense, graphite, smoke, licorice,creme de cassis and blackberries.A wine of irrefutable purity, laser-like precision, colossal weight andrichness, and sensational freshness,this is a tour de force in winemakingthat is capable of lasting 50 or moreyears. The tannins are elevated,but they are sweet and beautifullyintegrated as are the acidity, wood andalcohol (which must be in excess of14%). This vineyard, which is s ituatedon the high plateau of Pauillac adjacentto Mouton Rothschild, appears to havedone everything perfectly in 2009. This

cuvee should shut down in the cellarand re-open in a decade or more. R.Parker, 100 pts. 02/1212 bottles (owc)

$2,200-3,250

128Chateau du Tertre 2000Margaux, 5eme Cru Classe

4 bottles$125-200

RightBank

129Chateau Ausone 1982St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe

u: bottom neck, nicked capsule,

wrinkled, damp stained label loose at

edge

1 bottle$350-500

130Chateau Ausone 1982St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe

u: four bottom neck, six very top

shoulder, one top shoulder, nicked

capsules, lightly bin-soiled labels, one

stained label

11 bottles$4,000-6,000

131Chateau Angelus 2005St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe


$700-1,000

Chateau Cheval Blancdoesnt scream

out for attention, rather it is passionately

pursued by a knowing few. Unquestionably

worthy of First Growth stature. In keeping

with the Right Bank scene, the beautiful

park-like setting feels surprisingly casual.

Formal to a point, but not overly so. Cheval

Blanc is comprised of cabernet franc andmerlot. The vinous equivalent of grace and

good taste PhM

132Chateau Cheval Blanc 1955St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe (A)

u: high-mid shoulder, signs of old

seepage, bin-soiled label

1 bottle$400-600

133

Chateau Cheval Blanc 1981St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe (A)u: very top shoulder

1 bottle$150-225


u: very top shoulder, very lightly bin-

soiled label

1 bottle$400-600


u: one bottom neck, one into neck, one

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u: bottom neck, lightly nicked capsule,

very lightly bin-soiled label

1 bottle$300-500

137Chateau Cheval Blanc 1986

St. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe (A)u: bottom neck or better

5 bottles$1,000-1,500


very lightly wine stained label

1 bottle$300-500

139Chateau Cheval Blanc1967 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder, verylightly corroded capsule, lightly gluestained and faded label1970 (2 bts) u: very top shoulder,lightly nicked and glue stained label1971 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder,worn capsule, lightly bin soiled andglue striped label1976 (2 bts) u: bottom neck, lightlytorn capsule, nicked labelSt. Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe (A)

6 bottles$1,200-1,800

PetrusIn the renowned village ofPomerol, pack-leader Chateau Petrus

is unassumingly modest. Close by the

road, lacking some formal alley, it is

easy to overlook when contrasted with

some architecturally grander neighbors.

The robins-egg-blue shutters against

the limestone creates a hushed and

dignified exterior to the chai. Of course

the hedonistic treasures crafted within are

anything but reserved On average, only

about 4,000 cases are made each vintage.

PhM

140Chateau Petrus 1954Pomerol, Cru Exceptionnel

u: high shoulder, signs of old seepage,

scuffed and nicked capsule, bin-soiled

and nicked label

1 bottle$200-300

141No lot.

142Chateau Petrus 1983Pomerol, Cru Exceptionnel

u: into neck, lightly nicked and lightly

wrinkled capsule, label loose at edge

and lightly torn

1 bottle$800-1,200

143

Aromes de Pavie 2005St. Emilion

6 bottles$175-250

144Chateau Beau-Sejour Becot 1996St. Emilion

6 bottles$150-250

145Chateau Bellefont Belcier 2000St. Emilion

6 bottles$125-200

146Chateau Bellevue Mondotte 2003St. Emilion

12 bottles (owc)$1,400-2,000

147Chateau Canon 1982St. Emilion

u: bottom neck

1 bottle$150-250

148Chateau LHermitage 1998St. Emilion

one nicked capsule

2 magnums$100-175

149Chateau Peby Faugeres 2003St. Emilion


150Chateau Troplong Mondot 2003St. Emilion


151Chateau Trotanoy 1990Pomerol

u: bottom neck, damp stained labels

2 bottles$300-500

OtherBordeaux

152

Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippeen Hommage a Pauline 1983Pauillac

u: five top shoulder, one high shoulder

6 bottles$175-300

153Chateau Beaumont 2000Haut Medoc

12 bottles$200-300

154Chateau Beaumont 2000Haut Medoc

12 bottles$200-300

155Clos du Marquis 2000St. Julien

6 bottles$250-350

156Connetable de Talbot 1999

St. Julien12 bottles (owc)

$300-500

157La Croix de Beaucaillou 2000St. Julien

mixed importers

9 bottles$200-300

158Les Forts de Latour 1990Pauillac

u: bottom neck or better

4 bottles$400-600

159Chateau Gloria 1982St. Julienu: two very top shoulder, two top

shoulder

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160Chateau lEvangile 1995 (2 bts)Blason de lEvangile 1999 (1 bt)3 bottles

$225-325

161Chateau Haut Brion Blanc 2003Pessac Leognan

lightly scuffed label

Although limited in availability, Haut-Brion Blanc is the Rolls Royce ofthe dry white wines of Graves. Thecolossal 2003 is super-rich, full-bodied,and unctuously-textured with plentyof fig, melon, honeysuckle, and beeswax characteristics in addition toenormous concentration and a hugefinish. Remarkably, the grapes for thiscuvee were harvested in mid-August.It should evolve and drink well for 30+years. R. Parker, 97 pts. 04/061 bottle

$500-700

162Chateau Lanessan 2000Haut Medoc

9 bottles$150-225

163Chateau Lilian Ladouys 2009St. Estephe

6 bottles$100-150

164

Chateau Les Ormes de Pez1970 (2 bts) u: one top shoulder,one high shoulder, one slightlyprotruding cork, lightly bin-soiledlabels1982 (4 bts) u: two bottom neck,two very top shoulder, nicked andscuffed capsules, wrinkled labelsSt. Estephe

6 bottles$175-250

165Pavillon Rouge du Chateau Margaux1995Margaux

u: top shoulder, scuffed and lightly

nicked label

1 bottle$100-150

166Pavillon Blanc du Chateau Margaux2006Margaux

6 bottles$600-900

167Chateau Phelan Segur 2009St. Estephe

1 double magnum$100-150

168Chateau Potensac 2000Medoc, Cru Bourgeois

6 bottles

$125-200

169Chateau Puygueraud 2005Cote de Francs

9 bottles$90-125

170Chateau Senejac 2009Haut Medoc

10 bottles$125-200

Mixed Bordeaux

1711989 BordeauxChateau Gruaud Larose (4 bts) u:into neckChateau Canon (1 bt) u: bottom neckChateau Calon Segur (1 bt) u: verytop shoulder, signs of old seepage6 bottles

$400-600

172

Chateau Beychevelle 1983 (2 bts)u: top shoulder, slight signs of oldseepage, one very lightly corrodedcapsule, one nicked labelChateau Garraud 1982 (1 bt) u: verytop shoulder, signs of old seepage,lightly bin-soiled labelChateau Gruaud Larose 1983 (1 bt)u: bottom neck, lightly corrodedcapsule, lightly bin soiled andnicked label4 bottles

$150-200

173Chateau Leoville Barton 1986 (1 bt)u: into neck, damp stained labelChateau Pichon Lalande 1986 (1 b)u: bottom neck, lightly bin-soiledlabel2 bottles

$200-300

174Mixed BordeauxChateau dAngludet 1983 (2 bts) u:top shoulderChateau Olivier 1989 (2 bts) u: intoneck, one damp-stained labelChateau La Lagune 1982 (1 bt) u:bottom neck, damp-stained andlightly torn label5 bottles

$100-150

175Chateau Branaire Ducru 2009 (1mag)Chateau Les Ormes de Pez 2009 (1mag)Chateau Lanessan 2009 (1 mag)Chateau Meyney 2009 (1 mag)4 magnums

$175-275

176Chateau Clerc Milon 2009 (1 mag)Chateau Duhart Milon 2009 (1 mag)Chateau dArmailhac 2009 (1 mag)3 magnums

$250-400

177Chateau Mejean 2005 (1 mag)Chateau Cap de Faugeres 2005 (1mag)Chateau Lanessan 2005 (1 mag)Chateau Clarke 2005 (1 mag)4 magnums

$150-250

178Chateau Larrivet-Haut-Brion 2000(1 bt)Chateau Fougas Maldoror 2000 (1bt)Chateau La Chenade 2000 (2 bts)Chateau dIssan 2000 (1 bt)Chateau Lafon-Rochet 2000 (1 bt)6 bottles

$150-225

Sauternes

179Chateau dYquem 1937Sauternes, 1er Cru Superiore

u: very top shoulder, slight signs of

old seepage, capsule cut prior to

inspection revealing Chateau and

vintage branded cork, torn and wine

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1990: An extraordinary effort, Yquems

1990 is a rich and fabulously superb,sweet wine. This wine also possesseslots of elegance and finesse. The winesmedium gold color is accompaniedby an exceptionally sweet nose ofhoneyed tropical fruits, peaches,coconut, and apricots. High quality,subtle toasty oak is well-integrated.The wine is massive on the palate, withlayers of intensely ripe botrytis-tinged,exceptionally sweet fruit. Surprisinglywell-integrated acidity, and a seamless,full-bodied power and richness havecreated a wine of remarkable harmonyand purity. Certainly it is one of therichest Yquems I have ever tasted, with50-100 years of potential longevity. Anawesome Yquem! R. Parker, 99 pts.04/991 demi bottle

$200-300


u: into neck

R. Parker, 99 pts. 04/996 demi bottles

$900-1,400

183Chateau Yquem 1990Sauternes, 1er Cru Superiore

u: into neck, bin-soiled labels


$900-1,200


6 demi bottles$600-900


3 demi bottles$225-325


There are 10,000 cases of thisperfect sweet white Bordeaux. The2001 Yquem reveals a hint of greenin its light gold color. While somewhatreticent aromatically, with airing, itoffers up honeyed tropical fruit, orangemarmalade, pineapple, sweet cremebrulee, and buttered nut-like scents.

In the mouth, it is full-bodied withgorgeously refreshing acidity as well asmassive concentration and unctuosity.Everything is uplifted and given laser-like focus by refreshing acidity. Thislarge-scaled, youthful Yquem appearsset to take its place among the mostlegendary vintages of the past, andwill age effortlessly for 75+ years. R.Parker, 100 pts. 04/053 bottles

$1,200-1,800


1 bottle$200-300

188Chateau Climens2001 (1 bt)2003 (3 demis)Sauternes

1 bottle3 demi bottles

$275-400

189Chateau Suduiraut 2001Sauternes

A prodigious effort, possibly the finestSuduiraut since 1959, the mediumgold-colored 2001 offers notes ofcreme brulee, caramelized citrus,Grand Marnier, honeysuckle, andother exotic fruits as well as a pleasanttouch of oak. With terrific acidity, avoluptuous/unctuous palate, andsweet, powerful flavors buttressedby crisp acidity, it is a phenomenalSauternes. R. Parker, 98 pts. 06/043 demi bottles

$200-300

190Mixed SauternesChateau Nairac1986 (1 demi) u: bottom neck, lightlybin-soiled label1976 (1 bt) u: bottom neck, lightlybin-soiled labelChateau Filhot 1988 (1 demi) u:bottom neck, nicked labelChateau Suduiraut 1971 (1 bt) u:bottom neck, wine-stained and

lightly bin-soiled labelChateau Coutet 1978 (3 bts) u: twobottom neck, one very top shoulder,bin-soiled labels, one label loose2 demis5 bottles

$200-300

Burgundy

Cote de Beaune

191dAngerville Volnay Clos des Ducs1959Cote de Beaune

u: 3.5cm, lightly corroded capsule at

top, lightly bin-soiled label

1 bottle$300-500

192Dugat-PyPommard La Levriere 2006 (5 bts)Pommard La Levriere Vieilles Vignes2007 (6 bts)11 bottles

$650-950

193Jean Noel Gagnard ChassagneMontrachet Morgeot 1999Cote de Beaune

8 bottles$450-675

194Lafarge Pommard Pezerolles 2005Cote de Beaune

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195Comtes Lafon Meursault LesPerrieres 2002Cote de Beaune

The nose here is elegance personifiedwith honeysuckle, green apple andlimestone aromas merging seamlesslyinto impressively precise, crisp andmedium full flavors that pack absolutelysuperb mid-palate punch, the intensityof which continues into the extended

palate staining finish. The flavors arequite powerful, firm and crystalline,underscored by pronounced andripe acidity buffered by a lovely touchof sweet and sappy extract. Simplybeautiful juice that arguably possessesthe best balance of any wine here.Burghound, 93 pts. 07/052 bottles

$600-900

196Leroy Aloxe Corton Les Brunettes2003Cote de Beaune

3 bottles$200-300

197Leroy Savigny les Beaune LesRatausses 2003Cote de Beaune

1 bottle$60-90

198Remoissenet Beaune les Toussaints1978

Cote de Beauneu: 3.5cm, one missing vintage neck

label, heavily damp stained labels,

three unattached, one heavily torn

4 bottles$150-200

199Remoissenet Montrachet 1996Cote de Beaune

1 bottle$100-150

200Domaine de la Romanee ContiMontrachet 1978Cote de Beaune

u: 3.5cm, nicked capsule at top, lightly

damp stained label

1 bottle$4,500-6,500

201Dauvissat-Camus Chablis Les Clos2006Chablis

Burghound, 93 pts. 10/083 bottles

$200-300

Cote de Nuits

202Robert Arnoux Romanee St. Vivant1993Cote de Nuits

u: less than 1.0cm

1 bottle$300-500

203Olivier Bernstein ChambolleMusigny Les Lavrottes 2008Cote de Nuits

6 bottles (oc)$350-550

204Domaine du Clos des LambraysClos des Lambrays 2004Cote de Nuits

4 bottles$175-275

205Charles Drapier & Fils Chevalier dOrCharmes Chambertin 1952Cote de Nuits

u: 4.0cm, tattered label mostly missing,

producer obscured

1 bottle$200-300

206Charles Drapier & Fils Chevalier dOrChambertin Clos de Beze 1952Cote de Nuits

u: 4.0cm, bin-soiled label

1 bottle$200-300

207Charles Drapier & Fils Chevalier dOrMusigny 1945Cote de Nuits

u: 5.0cm, signs of old seepage

1 bottle$300-500

208Charles Drapier & Fils Chevalier dOrChambertin 1947 (2 demis) u: one2.5cm, one 3.5cm, one nickedcapsule, lightly scuffed labelsClos de Vougeot 1953 (1 demi) u:3.0cm, lightly bin-soiled labelRomanee Saint Vivant 1953 (1 demi)u: 3.5cm, lightly scuffed label4 demi bottles

$450-700

209Joseph Drouhin Echezeaux 1985Cote de Nuits

u: 2.5cm or better

5 bottles$750-1,100

210Drouhin Charmes Chambertin1990 (2 bts)1993 (1 bt)Cote de Nuits

u: all 1.0cm

3 bottles$350-500

211Dujac Bonnes Mares 2008Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A cool, stony andreserved nose features spice, darkand red berry fruit, obvious earth andsmoked game influences, all of whichcontinue onto the intensely mineral-infused big-bodied flavors that for allthe size and power remain beautifullydetailed on the focused, powerful andmoderately austere finish. This has

wonderful potential and should be oneof the longest-lived wines among theDujac 08s. Burghound, 94 pts. 01/112 bottles

$500-800

212Dujac Bonnes Mares 2009Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A remarkably fresh andexpressive nose displays high-tonedred berry fruit, earth and mineralaromas that give way to firm, seriousand equally mineral-driven big-bodiedflavors that offer excellent verve on the

well-muscled and especially structuredfinish that seems to go on withoutend. This positively dazzling effort isnot quite old school in basic characterthough it knocks on the door of it andlike several of these grands crus, willneed 15 to 20+ years to reach its fullprime. A wow and potentially oneof the greatest vintages ever for theDujac Bonnes Mares, which is sayingsomething given this wines superbtrack record. Burghound, 96 pts.01/121 bottle

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213Dujac Clos de la Roche 2005Cote De Nuits

Tasting note: Sweet black cherry fruit,warm earth, spice and a hint of thesauvage leads to focused, intense,vibrant and well-muscled full-bodiedflavors that carry ample authorityand punch on the complex, broadand superbly long finish. There is realdepth of material here and the intensity

builds from the mid-palate on back tothe explosive if slightly austere finish.There is so much dry extract herethat this is a dramatic and powerfulwine. A stunner with simply amazingpersistence. Burghound, 95 pts.01/082 bottles

$800-1,200

214Dujac Clos de la Roche 2006Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: Here there is terrificaromatic depth with a gorgeous mixof red and dark berry fruit, spice,earth, game, underbrush and a subtleminerality that can also be found onthe rich, full, sweet and intense big-bodied flavors brimming with bucketsof dry extract on the mouth coating,long, powerful and utterly stunningfinish. This is a big 2006 yet the focus,balance and sense of harmony areriveting. Burghound, 93 pts. 01/092 bottles

$400-600

215

Dujac Gevrey Chambertin AuxCombottes 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A wonderfully expressiveand high-toned nose of cool red berryfruits and hints of spice, earth andminerals serve to introduce sweet andimpeccably well-balanced flavors thatare sweet, delicious, rich, detailedand altogether serious, packing goodpunch and energy into a finish that isall grace and harmony. This is a reallylovely effort that will age well yet beaccessible early on. Burghound, (91-93) pts. 01/072 bottles

$250-400

216Dujac Romanee St. Vivant 2008Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: An ultra elegant noseof pure red currant, violets and animpressive array of beguiling spicesleads to equally pure, intense andlightly mineral suffused middle weightflavors that possess a velvety anddelicate mouth feel, all wrappedin a seductive, seriously long and

palate staining finish. This is alreadyquite good but in time it should bespectacular. Burghound, 95 pts.01/111 bottle

$500-700

217Faiveley Chambertin Clos de Beze2006Cote de Nuits

Burghound, (95-97) pts. 01/076 bottles (owc)

$600-900

218Faiveley Mazis Chambertin 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: An interesting i f slightlyodd nose of reduction and mentholnotes added to wild, ripe and layeredred berry fruit aromas that complementthe gamy and completely backwardflavors that are highly complex andpossess a firm and mouth coatingtexture. This isnt necessarily a wineof finesse or elegance but there ischaracter to burn and as usual, Iquite like this. In a word, stunning.

Burghound, (93-95) pts. 01/0712 demi bottles (owc)

$600-900

219Forey Pere et Fils Echezeaux 2002Cote de Nuits

3 bottles$275-375

220Domaine Fourrier Gevrey-ChambertinVieille Vigne 2010 (1 bt)1er Cru Clos St. Jacques VieilleVigne 2010 (1 bt)2 bottles

$350-550

221Vincent Girardin Grands Echezeaux2000Cote de Nuits

1 bottle$100-150

222Camille Giroud Vosne Romanee2005 (6 bts) Burghound, (89-92) pts.04/072007 (6 bts)Cote de Nuits

12 bottles$450-700

223

Domaine Grivelet ChambolleMusigny Amoureuses 1971Cote de Nuits

u: 2.0cm, lightly nicked capsule, bin-

soiled and lightly torn label

1 bottle$200-300

224Grivot Echezeaux 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: Here the nose is spicyand ripe but brooding, serious andbackward with aromas running towarddark berry fruit, earth, game andsmoke that introduce intense, powerfuland sleekly muscled full-bodied flavorssupported by equally firm tannins anda vibrant, intense and mouth coatingfinish. This is almost as serious asthe Clos de Vougeot and will likelyrequire just as much patience for it toarrive at its majority. This is a first classknockout. Burghound, 94 pts. 01/082 bottles

$350-500

225R. Groffier Bonnes Mares 2005

Cote de NuitsTasting note: I was frankly shocked tofind that the aromatic profile here waseven more elegant and arguably finerthan that of the Amoureuses with itsbright red and blue pinot fruit, mineralsand spice notes, particularly anise thatcomplement to perfection the sleek,taut, brooding and focused flavors thatexplode on the hugely long and deepfinish. This is an impressive wine thathas that wow factor. Burghound,(92-94) pts. 01/071 bottle

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226Hudelot-Noellat Clos Vougeot 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A moderately oakednose of red and black pinot fruitnuanced by ample earth and sauvagenotes that continue onto the notablysweet, full and concentrated flavorssupported by firm and dusty tannin onthe youthfully austere finish. This is aclassically styled and quite ripe Clos

de Vougeot with excellent dry extractlevels. Burghound, (91-94) pts. 01/073 bottles

$400-600

227Hudelot-Noellat Richebourg 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A deep and broodingnose of subtle wood spice, Asianspice and ripe black pinot and plumaromas merges into big, robust andpowerful flavors that are at once silkyyet punchy with even more dry extractthan the RSV and, at least today, evenmore finishing persistence. This iswell muscled but taut and refined, likea world class gymnast. One to buyand forget if you can as this wine willmake you very popular amongst yourfriends! Burghound, (94-96) pts. 01/073 bottles

$1,500-2,000

228Louis Jadot Gevrey ChambertinEstournelles St. Jacques 2002Cote de Nuits

3 bottles

$200-300

229Jadot Gevrey Chambertin Clos St.Jacques 2009Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: There is lovely ripenessand a clear sense of refinement tothe ripe yet cool red berry liqueurand stone aromas. The deliciousand mineral-inflected medium weightflavors display ample verve and goodmid-palate density that mostly buffersthe firm but well-integrated tannicspine, all wrapped in a gorgeouslypersistent and ever-so-mildly austerefinish. This should be a classic ClosSt. Jacques with 12 to 15 years ofbottle age though have the advantageof being accessible after only 6 to 8years, which is unusual for this wine.Burghound, 93 pts. 04/121 magnum

$200-300

230Louis Jadot Mazis Chambertin 1988Cote de Nuits

u: 3.0cm, signs of old seepage, slightly

depressed cork

Burghound, 92 pts. 08/101 bottle

$70-100

231

Louis Jadot Mazis Chambertin 1990Cote de Nuits

u: 2.0cm

1 bottle$200-300

232Louis Latour Chambertin 1943Cote de Nuits

u: 5.0cm, slight signs of old seepage,

bin-soiled label, good color and clarity

1 bottle$275-400

233Philippe Leclerc Gevrey ChambertinCazetiers1983 (3 bts) u: 2.0cm1988 (3 bts) u: two 2.0cm, one3.0cm, one nicked capsule, two withsigns of old seepage, irregularlyshaped bottlesCote de Nuits

6 bottles$300-450

234Philippe Leclerc Gevrey Chambertin

la Combe aux Moines1987 (3 bts) u: two 2.5cm, one4.5cm, one nicked label, irregularlyshaped bottles1988 (7 bts) u: one 1.0cm, two2.5cm, three 3.0cm, one 3.5cm,nicked labels, irregularly shapedbottlesCote de Nuits

10 bottles$350-500

235Michel Magnien Morey St. Denis lesTres Girard 2005Cote de Nuits

6 bottles$125-200

236Mongeard Mugneret GrandsEchezeaux 1983Cote de Nuits

u: one 2.0cm, one 2.5cm, one 3.0cm,

heavily glue stained labels, one label

unattached

5 bottles$400-600

237JF Mugnier Chambolle Musigny LesAmoureuses 1988Cote de Nuitsu: 2.5cm

Tasting note: An elegant if restrainednose that is now fully mature andredolent of the hallmark spice anddried rose petal aromas of a fineAmoureuses leads to rich, round andvelvety medium-full flavors supported

by still firm but well-integrated tanninsand outstanding length. This is a lovelywine that has reached its peak butone that will hold for another severaldecades if well-stored and unlikesome 88s today, there is no excess oftannins. Impressive. Burghound, 91pts. 07/071 bottle

$200-300

238JF Mugnier Musigny 1999Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: (opened from personalstorage; also with thanks to GeddyLee). A highly expressive, indeed evenexplosive nose offers up wonderfullypure spice and menthol-infused blackcherry fruit aromas that complementelegant, sexy and beautifully refinedmedium-weight flavors that areunderpinned by velvet wrapped tanninsand stunning persistence. Though thisis not what I would call a dense wine,it has a finish that lasts for minutes andexudes energy and vibrancy plus theimpeccable balance should permit the99 Musigny to drink well for a long,long time. A terrific wine that clearly is

still on its way up so assuming that youhave well-stored bottles, there shouldbe no concern about missing theprime drinking window. All of that said,this could be enjoyed now with 30minutes or so of air and the right food.I have multiple, and consistent, notes.Burghound, 95 pts. 10/121 bottle

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239JF Mugnier Nuits Saint GeorgesClos de la Marechale 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: In contrast to theexpressiveness of the first two 05s,here there is a completely differentaromatic profile and one that isbrooding with more deeply pitchedand quite ripe blue and violet aromascombining with pungent earth and

game hints that continue onto thesweet, rich and sappy flavors wrappedaround a firm tannic spine. Thisis impressive as it is clearly Nuitsin character yet with refined andsophisticated structural elements. Alsorecommended. Burghound, 92 pts.01/081 magnum

$125-200

240Perrot-Minot Chambolle MusignyCombe dOrveau 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A beautiful mix of spicyred and black pinot fruit aromastrimmed in a deft touch of oakintroduces extremely rich and full-bodied flavors that offer a beguilingsweetness on the textured and mouthcoating finish that is complex, refinedand intense. This is a really pretty winethat reminds me more than a little of amore modestly-scaled Musigny as itsboth opulent and silky. Burghound, 92pts. 01/082 bottles

$400-600

241Perrot-Minot Mazoyeres Chambertin2002Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: Strong reductioneffectively conceals the nose. As isoften the case, this is less elegant thanthe Charmes but its a bigger, richer,more powerful wine of terrific intensity,in fact this is breathtaking in its powerand intensity. A very masculine winethat offers a very spicy finish. A choiceof expressions. Burghound, (91-93)pts. 01/041 bottle

$175-250

242Ponsot Clos de la Roche ViellesVignes 1980Cote de Nuits


nicked and damp stained label


$1,200-1,800

243Ponsot Clos De La Roche CuveeVieilles Vignes 1988Cote de Nuits

u: 1.5cm

1 bottle$250-300

244Ponsot Clos de la Roche Vieilles

Vignes 2005Cote de Nuits

D. Schildknecht for R. Parker, (96-98)pts. 04/071 bottle

$700-1,000

245N. Potel Chambertin 2005Cote de Nuits

Burghound, (92-95) pts. 01/01/0712 bottles (2 x owc)

$2,800-3,600

246Marcel Quancard CharmesChambertin 1926Cote de Nuits

u: 5.0cm, signs of old seepage, heavily

damp-stained and wine-stained label,

torn label, believed recent release

1 bottle$500-700

247Marcel Quancard GevreyChambertin St. Jacques 1929Cote de Nuits

u: 6.5cm, signs of old seepage,wrinkled capsule, lightly stained label,

believed recent release


$400-600

248Domaine de la Romanee-ContiGrands Echezeaux 1972Cote de Nuits

u: 5.0cm, signs of old seepage, bin-

soiled label, bottle number 13181

1 bottle$500-700

249Domaine de la Romanee ContiGrands Echezeaux 1958Cote de Nuits

u: 5.5cm, slightly depressed cork, label

unattached, capsule cut by Skinner

specialists to reveal vineyard branding

and partial domaine branding, vintage

illegible on cork, bottle #06060

1 bottle$300-500

250Roty Charmes Chambertin 1988Cote de Nuits

u: 3cm

1 bottle$150-250

251Christophe Roumier Morey St. Denis1er Cru Clos de La Bussiere2003 (3 bts)2004 (3 bts)2009 (6 bts)Cote de Nuits

12 bottles$800-1,200

252G. Roumier Bonnes Mares 1996Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: Christophe Roumierfashioned some seriously impressive96s and this has finally begun to openon the spicy, pure, airy and elegantnose while displaying really lovelyaromatic complexity that continueson the relatively round sappy and

sweet flavors that unlike many 96s,possesses excellent acid/fruit/tanninbalance on the gorgeously persistentfinish. While one can discern someinitial development, this is still a babyand will definitely be a long-distancerunner so if you own it, additionalpatience is definitely required.Burghound, 94 pts. 01/071 bottle

$700-1,000

253G. Roumier Bonnes Mares 2010Cote de Nuits


$900-1,400

254Rousseau Ruchottes ChambertinClos des Ruchottes 2005Cote de Nuits

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255Rousseau Gevrey Chambertin ClosSt. Jacques 2005Cote de Nuits

1 bottle$450-600

256A. Rousseau Mazy Chambertin 1964Cote de Nuits

u: 6.5cm, signs of old seepage, nickedcapsule, lightly bin-soiled label

1 bottle$300-500

257Rousseau Mazy Chambertin 2005Cote de Nuits

1 bottle$250-350

258Louis Trapet Chambertin 1978Cote de Nuits


very lightly corroded capsules, lightly

bin-soiled labels

2 bottles$350-500

259Comte de Vogue Chambolle-Musigny 1er Cru 2009Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A similar but slightlyriper and much spicier nose includesblue berry and plum nuances thatprecede the more obviously mineral-

driven medium-bodied flavors thatbrim with dry extract. The extremelypure and utterly delicious finish isshaped by the dense but fine tanninsthat are given added energy by theperfectly integrated acid spine. This is aseriously lovely effort. Burghound, 93pts. 01/122 bottles

$200-300

260Comte de Vogue Musigny VieillesVignes 2002Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: Brilliant ruby. Expansiveand very open on the nose with afantastic array of spices, flowers andfruit aromas leading to very serious,exuberantly fresh and impressivelydeep flavors that also have awonderfully tactile texture to them. But

as it usually is, its not the raw powerthat impresses but rather the incrediblecombination of mind bogglingcomplexity coupled with perfectbalance and this just dances acrossthe palate yet stains it with notably ripepinot extract. The finish is all silk andvelvet but with a deeply buried, veryfirm and chewy backbone of tanninsthat lasts for minutes. This is greatnessin the making. Tasted multiple timeswith consistent notes. Burghound, 96pts. 03/072 bottles

$1,000-1,400

261Comte de Vogue Musigny VieillesVignes 2008Cote de Nuits

This is also quite reserved at presentwith an elegant, airy, cool and purenose that is kaleidoscopically complexas it offers red currant, plum, blackcherry and a panoply of floral andspice notes, in particular violet andanise, before marrying seamlesslyinto mineral-driven and alluring big-bodied flavors that explode on thepowerful and almost painfully intense

finish that delivers genuinely stunninglength. I love the way Musigny canso effortlessly combine a silky palateimpression with serious muscle. Thisshould be quite impressive in timethough note that it will need a minimumof 18 to 25 years of cellar time.Burghound, 96 pts. 01/116 bottles

$2,000-3,000

262Domaine de la Vougeraie BonnesMares 2005Cote de Nuits

Tasting note: A brooding and veryreserved yet impressively elegantand refined nose featuring very freshnotes of red, blue and violet aromasintroduces big-boned, rich anddistinctly robust and sleekly muscledflavors that do a slow build from the

mid-palate to an explosive finish. Thishas huge underlying reserves and whilethis is very firmly structured, the tannicspine is well buffered. I very muchlike this as its fashioned in a classicBonnes Mares vin de garde style thatwill last for 30 years or more. A greateffort. Burghound, (92-95) pts. 01/076 bottles

$700-1,000

Mixed Burgundy

263Dugat-PyPommard La Levriere 2004Gevrey Chambertin Premier CruChampeaux 20042 bottles

$225-300

264Antonin Guyon Domaine de laGuyonniere Corton Bressandes 1990(1 bt) u: 0.5cm, torn labelPrince Florent de Merode CortonBressandes 1999 (2 bts)3 bottles

$250-400

265Comte Armand Pommard 1er CruClos des Epeneaux 1990 (1 bt) u:1.5cmBouchard Pommard 1er Cru LesChanlins 1999 (1 bt)2 bottles

$175-275

266Mixed Gevrey ChambertinPierre Bouree Gevrey ChambertinClos de la Justice 1980 (1 bt) u:2.0cm, lightly bin-soiled labelFaiveley Gevrey ChambertinCazetiers 1981 (2 bts) u: 2.0cm, onelightly bin-soiled labelLouis Jadot Gevrey Chambertin ClosSt. Jacques 1985 (1 bt) u: 3.5cm,nicked capsule, lightly corrodedcapsule, slight signs of old seepageCote de Nuits

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267Thomas Morey Santenay 1er CruGrand Clos Rousseau 2009 (7 bts)Chandon de Briailles PernandVergelesses 1er Cru Ile desVergelesses2004 (1 bt)2005 (1 bt)9 bottles

$150-250

268Robert Arnoux Clos Vougeot 1995(1 bt)Heresztyn Gevrey Chambertin 1erCru Les Goulots 1999 (1 bt) scuffedlabelFaiveley Gevrey Chambertin LesMarchais 1er Cru 2003 (1 mag)2 bottles1 magnum

$225-375

269Mixed Red BurgundyRobert Arnoux Clos de Vougeot1980 (1 bt) u: 3.5cmPierre Bouree Chambertin 1988 (4bts) u: three 2.5cm, one 3.0cmCote de Nuits

5 bottles$200-300

270Rapet Corton 1979 (1 bt) 5.5 cmMugneret Gouachon Echezeaux1979 (1 bt) u: 3.5cm, damp stainedlabelHospice de Beaune Fuvee Hugues

et Louis Betault 1983 (1 mag) u:3.5cm, bin-soiled labelPrince de Merode Corton Bressande1972 (1 bt) u: 3.0cm, lightly bin-soiled labelCote de Nuits

3 bottles1 magnum

$200-300

271Comte Armand Pommard Clos desEpeneaux 1987 (2 bts) u: 1.5cmDomaine Chezeaux ChambolleMusigny Les Charmes 1983 (1 bt)u:1.5cm, bin-soiled labelForey Nuits St Georges LesPerrieres 1983 (1 bt) u: 1.5cmGros Frere et Soeur Vosne Romanee1983 (1 bt) u: 0.5cm, slight signsof old seepage, lightly oxidizedcapsule5 bottles

$150-250

Northern Rhone

272JL Chave Hermitage Blanc 1983Northern Rhone

u: less than 1.0cm, slightly protruding

cork, lightly bin-soiled label

1 bottle$100-150

273JL Chave Hermitage 1990Northern Rhone

u: 1.0cm


$500-700

274Jaboulet Aine Hermitage LaChapelle 1982Northern Rhone

u: two 2.5cm, one 4.0cm, two slightly

depressed corks, stained labels

3 bottles$250-400

275Jaboulet Aine Hermitage LaChapelle 2001Northern Rhone

12 bottles (owc)$800-1,200

276Guigal Ermitage Blanc Ex Voto 2003Northern Rhone

The 2003 Hermitage Ex-Voto blancis the quintessential white Hermitage,a blend of 95% Marsanne and 5%Roussanne with extraordinary honeyedlicorice, quince, marmalade, andtruffle notes, an unctuous texture,great purity and richness, and aprofound mouthfeel and length. Thisis extraordinary wine and certainlyone of the most profound dry whites Iever tasted. It seems to be set for anamazingly long life. R. Parker, 96+ pts.04/073 bottles

$300-450

277Guigal Cote Rotie La Landonne 1980Northern Rhone

u: 2.0cm or better, slight signs of old

seepage, one nicked capsule, torn

vintage tags, bin-soiled labels, one

lightly torn label

3 bottles$600-900

278Guigal Cote Rotie La Landonne 1983Northern Rhoneu: one 2.5cm, one 3cm, one 3.5cm,

signs of old seepage, one lightly

corroded capsule, bin-soiled labels,

two nicked labels, one lightly torn label

This murky, purple/garnet-coloredwine offers up an exotic nose of tea,smoked duck, licorice, truffles, andearth. Extraordinarily concentrated, and

almost too rich to be called a beverage,this viscous, compellingly endowed,massive La Landonne remains 5-7years away from full maturity. The winepossesses excruciatingly high tanninin the finish, but awesome levels ofextract and glycerin. R. Parker, 98 pts.01/973 bottles

$1,200-1,800

279Guigal Cote Rotie La Mouline 1979Northern Rhone

u: 1.0cm, signs of old seepage,

corroded capsules, lightly wrinkled

labels

2 bottles$600-1,000


u: 1.5cm, signs of old seepage, lightly

corroded capsule, bin-soiled label,

nicked at edges

1 bottle$250-400


u: 3.5cm, corroded capsule, signs of

old seepage, lightly bin-soiled label

1 bottle$200-300

282Guigal Cote Rotie La Mouline 1988Northern Rhoneu: less than 0.5cm, signs of old

seepage, lightly bin-soiled label


$500-700

283Guigal Cote Rotie 1987La Mouline u: 2.5cm, slightlydepressed cork, bin-soiled labelLa Landonne u: 2.0cm, lightly bin-soiled labelLa Turque u: 2.5cm, bin soiled andtorn labelNorthern Rhone

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284Domaine Jamet Cote-Rotie 1985Northern Rhone

u: one 1.5cm, one 2.5cm, one slightly

depressed cork

2 bottles$300-500

285Rene RostaingCote Rotie2004 (1 bt)2005 (2 bts)Cote Rotie Cote Blonde 2004 (2 bts)Cote Rotie La Landonne 2004 (2 bts)E. Guigal St. Joseph Vignes deLHospice 2004 (3 bts) R. Parker, 93pts. 02/0810 bottles

$450-650

286Domaine Gilles Barge Cote RotieCuvee du Plessy 2005Northern Rhone

24 bottles (oc)$700-1,000

287Domaine Gilles Barge Cote RotieCuvee du Plessy 2005Northern Rhone

10 bottles$300-400

288Domaine Gilles Barge Cote RotieCote Brune 2005Northern Rhone

36 bottles (oc)$1,350-2,000

289Domaine Gilles Barge Cote RotieCote Brune 2005Northern Rhone

24 bottles (oc)$900-1,300

Southern Rhone

290

Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape2004Southern Rhone

3 bottles$125-200

291Chapoutier Chateauneuf du PapeBarbe Rac 2005Southern Rhone

The blockbuster 2005 Chateauneufdu Pape Barbe Rac shows classicgarrigue notes intermixed with groundpepper, lavender, and sweet blackcurrant and black cherry notes withhints of raspberry and olive. The wineis full-bodied has a boatload of tannin,

fabulous concentration, and a finish ofclose to 50 seconds. This is a brilliantBarbe Rac that should be at its bestbetween 2010 and 2025. R. Parker,96 pts. 10/076 bottles (owc)

$300-450

292Clos des Papes Chateauneuf duPape Rouge 2003Southern Rhone

A great bottle and showing thehallmark elegance of the estate, the2003 Clos des Papes Chateauneufdu Pape offers up a kirsch liqueur,liquid flower, red licorice and spice-boxdriven bouquet along with a full-bodied, seamless, silky profile on thepalate. Still beautifully put together andaging gracefully, with a core of sweetfruit, it is certainly drinking well now,yet should continue to hold and drinknicely through 2020. Jeb Dunnuck forR. Parker, 98 pts. 06/133 bottles

$250-400

293

Clos du Mont Olivet Chateauneuf duPape Cuvee Papet 2007Southern Rhone

The 2007 Chateauneuf du Pape LaCuvee du Papet may will turn out to betheir finest example since the 1998 and1990. Stylistically, it probably comesclosest to resembling the legendary1990. Notes of roasted meats andsmoked duck, with Provencal herbs,truffle, incense, licorice, and pepper,are all there, plus enormous quantitiesof red and black fruits. This is one heckof a complex wine, with a bouquet thatis the essence of southern France,in particular Provence. Full-bodied,powerful, with the glycerin and level ofrichness covering some lofty tannins,this wine is already accessible andnearly impossible to resist, but myinstincts suggest it will be absolutelyglorious in another 4-5 years and keepfor 15-20. R. Parker, 98+ pts. 10/093 bottles

$300-450

294Roger Perrin Chateauneuf du PapeReserve des Vieilles Vignes 2003Southern Rhone

93+ pts. R. Parker, 02/064 bottles

$125-200

295Chateau de Saint Cosme Gigondas

2003 (1 bt)2004 (2 bts)2005 (1 bt)Southern Rhone

4 bottles$100-150

296Pierre Usseglio Chateauneuf duPape Cuvee Mon Aieul 2007Southern Rhone

There are 1,800 cases of the 2007Chateauneuf du Pape Cuvee du MonAieul (100% tank-aged Grenache).It represents an awesome naked/virginal expression of Grenache fromthree vineyard parcels planted in sand,clay, and limestone soils. After tastingthis wine on five separate occasions,I can state with certainty, it has themost saturated color of any MonAieul produced to date. Moreover, itsperfume of blueberry liqueur, blackraspberries, licorice, roasted meatjuices, and lavender is incredible.Full-bodied power, a multilayeredmouthfeel, tremendous purity, andawesome concentration put this winein a class by itself. This sensationalChateauneuf du Pape is still very

young, and 3-4 years of cellaringis required. It should be a modernday legend and last for nearly twodecades. R. Parker, 100 pts. 10/093 bottles

$350-550

297Domaine de la SolitudeChateauneuf du Pape 2007 (4 bts)Chateauneuf du Pape CuveeBarberini 2005 (3 bts)Domaine du Vieux TelegrapheChateauneuf du Pape La Crau2003 (1 mag)2005 (2 bts)9 bottles1 magnum

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298Mixed Chateauneuf du PapeDomaine de la Janasse Chateauneufdu Pape Vieilles Vignes 2000, R.Parker, 96 pts. 02/03Domaine Haut des Terres BlanchesChateauneuf du Pape 1988 u: 2.0cmSouthern Rhone

2 bottles$125-200

299Jerome Bressy Cotes du RhoneVillages Gourt de Mautens 2000Rasteau

R. Parker 92 pts. 02/038 bottles

$300-450

Alsace

300Trimbach Cuvee Frederic EmileRiesling 2001

Alsace

12 bottles$800-1,200

301Trimbach Riesling Clos Ste Hune2003

Alsace

3 bottles$300-450

Germany

302JJ Prum Graacher HimmelreichRiesling Spatlese 2007Mosel Saar Ruwer

9 bottles$175-275

303JJ Prum Wehlener SonnenuhrRiesling Spatlese 2002Mosel Saar Ruwer

12 bottles (oc)$200-300

304Willi Schaefer Graacher DomprobstAuslese #10 2005Germany

The 2005 Graacher DomprobstRiesling Auslese A.P. #10 displayssweet florals, nut paste, vanilla, brownspices, and baked apple on thenose, comes onto the palate silky-to-creamy in texture with a ravishingsense of delicacy, refinement and lift

even though it is hugely endowedwith extract and ripeness. Diverseinner-mouth florality persists all theway through this wines multi-facetedfinish that incorporates fresh andbaked apple, grilled pineapple, nutoils, brown spices, and vanilla custardin an effortlessly refined, polished2005 monument to Mosel Riesling.D, Schildknecht for R. Parker, 97 pts.02/123 bottles

$150-225

305George Karl Ludwig SchmittNiersteiner Bergkirche RieslingEiswein 1959Rheinhessen

u: 1.0cm, slightly protruding cork,

capsule torn at top, lightly oxidized

capsule

1 bottle$50-80

Austria

Internationally renowned sweet wine

producer Alois Kracher producedjust 320 of these boxed, 13-bottlecollections which include a demi bottleof each of their numbered wines. Eachwine receives individual treatment: asingle variety produced either in thetraditional method (labeled Zwischenden Seen and aged in large oak vats)or in the bold style of the late AloisKracher, Jr. (labeled Nouvelle Vagueand aged in new oak barriques), withthe excepti