Fine Wines & Rare Spirits. with Lower Falls Wine Company. Sale 3006B April 26, 2017 Boston

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1 Fine Wines & Rare Spirits with Lower Falls Wine Company Sale 3006B April 26, 2017 Boston

2 Fine Wines & Rare Spirits with Lower Falls Wine Company

3 Specialists Marie Keep Department Director Anna Ward Joseph Hyman Washington Street Newton Lower Falls, MA Phil Minervino Chris Minervino Owners Auction Information Auction 3006B Preview Absentee Bidding Wednesday, April 26 6PM 63 Park Plaza Boston, MA To arrange preview, please contact the department at or T: F: General Inquiries SKINNERLIVE! skinnerinc.com View all lots online at cover & interior front cover: 126 interior back cover: 267, 268; back cover: 119

4 SKINNERLIVE! Lot 119: Domaine de la Romanee Conti Richebourg 1955 Lot 122: Domaine de la Romanee Conti Romanee Conti 1969 Live Online Bidding Skinner Bidsquare

5 Table of Contents 1 Auction & Specialist Information 2 Online Bidding 5 Provenance 6 Lots Index 47 Conditions of Sale 48 Glossary of Terms 49 Collection of Wines 51 Absentee Bid Form 52 Company Directors & Specialty Departments 53 Administrative Staff & Client Services 54 Regional Offices 55 Subscription Form Please Note: All lots sold subject to our Conditions of Sale. Please refer to page 47 of this catalog for the full terms and conditions governing your purchase. Copyright Skinner, Inc All rights reserved MA LIC. 2304

6 Please Note: Quotes cited as R. Parker used by permission of The Wine Advocate. Quotes cited as Burghound used by permission of Allen Meadows. Tasting notes attributed to APW are Anna Ward, and those to MCK are Marie Keep.

7 Provenance Two cellars anchor this auction The Coastal Cellar and The Essex Collection. Both cellars offer deep holdings of vintage Bordeaux and Burgundy with unexpected and thrilling wines threaded throughout. They will challenge the buyer to look past bin soil, capsule corrosion, and label losses, the superficial ravages of time. These collections have benefited from deep, extended slumbers under the cover of decades; slumbers supporting the slow and graceful evolution of what is inside the bottle, but not so much what is on the outside. A compelling commonality of the collectors is that they meticulously and joyfully collected cases were purchased in celebration of personal and professional milestones, and in some instances the acquisitions themselves were events in their own right. The Coastal Cellar and the Essex Collection will drive you to go beyond perfect appearances and sometimes, there is nothing more intriguing than a bottle spirited up from the cellar that stands apart from the pristine elegance of the table and invites you into its story. 37

8 The Coastal Cellar With the gift of a bottle of 1964 Ausone a collector was born? Maybe. What is certain is that a deep love of wine unfolded over the course of the 1980s spurred through travel, friends, and acquaintances in Bordeaux and Burgundy. Provenance, so often in the form of oral history, is carefully rendered in a sheaf of accounting ledger papers detailing the purchase of almost every bottle in the cellar, from equal parts retailers, auctioneers and producers, many cases purchased on futures. The earliest ledger acquisition date? That single bottle of Chateau Ausone Maintained in custom-built cellars and removed by Skinner specialists. Part II of this collection will be offered in our June online auction. 1 Chateau Haut Brion 1959 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: one 4cm, one 4.5cm, capsule oxidation and discoloration, labels stained and faded 2 bottles $1,600-2,400 2 Chateau Haut Brion 1961 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: 4.5cm, capsule corrosion and discoloration, light label fading and staining, slight nick R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 03/97 $1,000-1,500 3 Chateau Haut Brion 1966 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: 3.5cm, label partially missing from bin scuff $ Chateau Haut Brion 1970 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: one 2.5cm, two 4cm, two 4.5cm, one 5cm, corrosion and capsule discoloration to two, light staining and bin soil to labels, evidence of possible old seepage 6 bottles $800-1,100 5 Chateau Haut Brion 1970 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: two 3.5cm, one 4cm, oxidation, wear and corrosion to capsules, light staining and fading to labels, evidence of old seepage to all The age of the bottle has endowed the wine with a sweet woodsy note (wet forest floor after a rain) along with a wonderful balance of rich plummy fruit and fine, drying tannins. The wine still saturates the palate and lingers for a remarkable length of time. APW 03/17, tasted by Skinner specialists from this collection 3 demi bottles $ Chateau Haut Brion 1975 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: one 1.5cm, two 2cm, one 2.5cm, oxidation and wear to capsules, faded, stained, and bin-soiled labels, one with label losses from bin wear 4 bottles $1,000-1,400 7 Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1966 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: all bottom neck, oxidation to capsules, glue striping and bin soil to labels 4 bottles $1,600-2,000 8 Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1975 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: four bottom neck, two very top shoulder, light corrosion and wear to capsules, glue striping, light staining and slight nicking to two labels 6 bottles $1,650-2,250 9 Chateau Latour 1934 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: high shoulder, corrosion and losses to capsule, staining and bin soil to label, evidence of old seepage $ Chateau Latour 1966 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: two very top shoulder, one top shoulder, one very high shoulder, oxidation to two capsules, one with slight losses, evidence of possible old seepage to three N. Martin for TWA, 96 pts. 09/16 4 bottles $1,500-2, Chateau Latour 1970 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: three into neck, two bottom neck, one top shoulder, one high shoulder, capsule oxidation and corrosion, slight discoloration to labels, evidence of possible old seepage to two 7 bottles $2,100-2, Chateau Latour 1975 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: one into neck, two bottom neck, four very top shoulder, one top shoulder, corrosion to capsules, three slightly depressed corks, light glue striping and staining to labels 8 bottles $2,000-2, Chateau Latour 1981 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: very top shoulder, light glue striping $ Chateau Margaux 1959 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: two very top shoulder, one top shoulder, corrosion to capsules, staining and bin soil to labels, evidence of possible old seepage to all, two importers 3 bottles $1,600-2, Chateau Margaux 1966 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: very top shoulder, corrosion and tear to bottom of capsule, light glue striping and bin soil to label $ Chateau Margaux 1975 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: two bottom neck, one very top shoulder, light capsule wear, light staining and bin soil to labels 3 bottles $ Online bidding at

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10 17 Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1953 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: high shoulder, corrosion and discoloration to capsule, heavy staining and wear to label $1,100-1, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1966 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: one very top shoulder, two top shoulder, capsule corrosion, one slightly protruding cork, light staining and discoloration to labels 3 bottles $ Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1970 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: two top shoulder, five high shoulder, two mid shoulder, corrosion and losses to seven capsules, heavy glue striping, staining, nicking and bin soil to labels 9 bottles $2,200-3, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1975 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: five very top shoulder, one top shoulder, corrosion to three capsules, glue striping and slight label nicking, evidence of possible old seepage to four 6 bottles $1,200-1, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1982 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: all into neck, case wear and nicking to lower capsule edges, case wear and light staining to labels R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 06/09 5 bottles $3,500-4, Chateau Brane Cantenac 1982 Margaux, 2eme Cru Classe u: nine very top shoulder, three bottom neck, evidence of old seepage, case wear to labels (owc) $750-1, Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1979 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: very top shoulder, light bin soil 1 imperial (owc) $ Chateau Durfort Vivens 1982 Margaux, 2eme Cru Classe u: four into neck, two bottom neck, six very top shoulder, case wear to capsules (owc) $ Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1959 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: one top shoulder, one high mid shoulder, four mid shoulder, capsule corrosion to all, two with nicking to capsule, evidence of old seepage to one, label nicking to one, bin soil and staining to all 6 bottles $1,400-2, Chateau Montrose 1970 St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe u: two into neck, one very top shoulder, one top shoulder, corrosion to two capsules, light staining and bin soil, evidence of old seepage 4 demi bottles $ Chateau Pichon Lalande 1982 Pauillac, 2eme Cru Classe u: both into neck, corrosion and tissue adhesion to capsules, label staining, light bin soil, evidence of old seepage N. Martin for TWA, 98 pts. 07/16 2 double magnums $4,500-6, Chateau d Issan 1982 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: two into neck, five bottom neck, three very top shoulder, two top shoulder, six capsules with significant corrosion and evidence of old seepage $ Chateau Palmer 1959 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: very top shoulder, oxidation and slight losses to capsule, bin soil, Berry Bros. & Rudd bottling N. Martin for TWA, 95 pts. 05/16 $ Chateau Palmer 1966 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: two bottom neck, one very top shoulder, one very high shoulder, capsule wear and oxidation, label wrinkling and light bin soil 4 bottles $1,200-1, Chateau Palmer 1970 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: one bottom neck, three very top shoulder, wear to capsule, light bin soil 4 bottles $700-1, Chateau Palmer 1975 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: all very top shoulder, light bin soil 4 bottles $ Chateau Cantemerle 1982 Haut Medoc, 5eme Cru Classe u: top shoulder, heavy corrosion and wear to capsule, label staining, slight nicking at edges, evidence of old seepage 1 double magnum $ Chateau du Tertre 1982 Margaux, 5eme Cru Classe u: six into neck, three bottom neck, three very top shoulder (owc) $ Chateau Haut Marbuzet 1982 St. Estephe u: four into neck, two bottom neck, staining and bin soil to labels 6 bottles $ Online bidding at

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12 36 Les Forts de Latour 1982 Pauillac u: all into neck, label staining from tissue adhesion Here is an example of why a second wine is well worth buying in a great vintage. Unfortunately, I do not have any of the 1990, and I couldn t find any to purchase, but I bought plenty of the 1982, although I never dreamed it would be drinking so great at age 27. Much lighter around the edge than its bigger sibling, it exhibits an explosive nose of charcoal, black fruits, herbs, and soil undertones. Full-bodied and fleshy with no hard edges (which is exactly the way it performed over the last years), it probably should be consumed over the next 4-5 years. However, given the fact that it has aged so beautifully for so long, it may last even longer. R. Parker for TWA, 94 pts. 06/09 (owc) $2,100-3, Chateau La Mission Haut Brion 1961 Pessac Leognan u: very top shoulder, oxidation and fading to capsule, heavily glue striped and discolored label, nicking with significant bin scuff, bin soil One of the greatest 1961s, La Mission-Haut- Brion has been fabulous to drink for the last 5-10 years. Where well-stored, this wine will continue to drink well for years. It is more developed and drinkable than the 1959, and it remains a thick, rich, super-aromatic wine with a textbook Graves bouquet of tobacco, barbecued meats, minerals, spices, and sweet red and black fruits. It is dense, fullbodied, alcoholic, and super-rich. This soft, opulently-textured wine makes for a fabulous drink. Absolutely stunning! R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 10/94 $2,400-3, Chateau La Mission Haut Brion 1982 Pessac Leognan u: eleven into neck, one bottom neck A monumental wine, this historic La Mission- Haut-Brion was the last vintage made by the descendants of the Woltner family, who had owned this estate for decades prior to selling it to their neighbors, the Dillon family (the American owners of cross-street rival, Chateau Haut-Brion). The 1982 admirably demonstrates the magnificence of La Mission as well as the singularity of this amazing terroir. I had the good fortune of tasting it from barrel (where it was an enormous Graves fruit bomb) and watching it develop more nuances in bottle. At age 30, it remains a majestic, multidimensional, profound Bordeaux with another years of life ahead of it. It s no secret that the great vintages of Bordeaux have levels of fruit extract and depth that go beyond other years. It is this fruit, often referred to as fat or concentration, that takes decades to dissipate and fade. As it does so, the extraordinary aromatic expression of the terroir asserts itself. Remarkably, the 1982 is still in late adolescence and has not yet reached its peak. Early in my career, much of my reputation was established on calling this vintage correctly, but I never in my wildest dreams thought the 1982s would mature as slowly and last as long as some seem capable of doing. One of the handful of perfect wines of the vintage, the La Mission still possesses a remarkably dense ruby/purple color with only a slight garnet and lightening at the edge. The fruit-dominated aromatics reveal lots of cassis, blueberry, scorched earth, black truffle, incense, graphite and high-class, unsmoked cigar tobacco-like notes. Still exhibiting remarkable concentration, enormous body, silky sweet tannin, and no perceptible acidity, the 1982 remains fresh, delineated and supercompelling. A massive La Mission made by the Dewravin family and their winemakers, all of whom were dismissed the following year when the estate was acquired by Haut-Brion, this modern day legend shows no signs of decline. In fact, it may not have yet reached its peak. Anticipated maturity: now R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 08/12 (owc) $7,000-9, Chateau Ausone 1975 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: both bottom neck, capsule oxidation and wear, one nicked at base, light glue striping and bin wear to labels, one partially unattached at edges, one unattached, evidence of old seepage 2 bottles $ Chateau Canon 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: one very top shoulder, four top shoulder, one high shoulder, oxidation, wear and wrinkling to capsules, light nicking, staining and bin soil to labels 6 demi bottles $ Chateau Cheval Blanc 1947 St. Emilion, Premier Cru Classe (A) u: top shoulder, capsule oxidation and corrosion with losses to top of capsule, fading and staining to label R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 10/94 $4,000-6, Chateau Cheval Blanc 1953 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: three top shoulder, two high shoulder, capsule oxidation, wear, wrinkling and losses, three labels wrinkled, unattached at corners, faded and lightly stained, one label tattered and unattached, two vintage neck tags unattached and one missing 5 bottles $2,700-3, Chateau Cheval Blanc 1966 St. Emilion, Premier Cru Classe (A) u: one very top shoulder, two top shoulder, wear and capsule corrosion, two slightly protruding corks, glue striping, label fading, evidence of possible old seepage N. Martin for TWA, 94 pts. 09/14 3 bottles $1,800-2, Chateau Cheval Blanc 1966 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: one very top shoulder, one top shoulder, capsule corrosion, light glue striping and bin soil to labels N. Martin for TWA, 94 pts. 09/14 2 demi bottles $ Chateau Cheval Blanc 1975 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: seven into neck, two bottom neck, one very top shoulder, capsule corrosion to three, light wear to all, one capsule nicked at top, light glue striping to labels, two lightly nicked, one partially unadhered, light bin soil to all 10 bottles $2,500-3, Online bidding at

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16 46 Chateau Cheval Blanc 1986 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: all into neck (owc) $3,000-4, Chateau Cheval Blanc 1989 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: eight into neck, three bottom neck, one very top shoulder, light case wear to capsules, evidence of possible old seepage to one (owc) $3,000-4, Chateau L Evangile 1970 Pomerol u: one very top shoulder, one top shoulder, one high shoulder, wear and slight losses to capsules, staining and nicking to labels 3 bottles $ Chateau Nenin 1961 Pomerol u: one top shoulder, one very high mid shoulder, wrinkling and oxidation to capsules, heavy label losses including Chateau name 2 bottles $800-1, Chateau Nenin 1970 Pomerol u: top shoulder, corrosion, wrinkling, losses to bottoms of capsules, glue striping and bin soil to labels 2 demi bottles $ Chateau Petrus 1989 Pomerol u: all into neck, wear to capsules R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 12/02 5 bottles $13,000-15, Chateau Trotanoy 1966 Pomerol u: both very high shoulder, corrosion and losses to capsules, evidence of possible old seepage 2 bottles $ Chateau Trotanoy 1975 Pomerol u: one into neck, four bottom neck, two very top shoulder, one very high shoulder, capsule oxidation, corrosion and wear, labels stained with some discoloration, one label partially detached, two labels detached, one label missing, evidence of old seepage N. Martin for TWA, 97 pts. 02/17 10 bottles $2,7500-3, Chateau d Yquem 1975 Sauternes, Premier Cru Superieur u: three bottom neck, four very top shoulder, corrosion, staining and wear to capsules with losses to one, evidence of possible old seepage N. Martin for TWA, 98 pts. 06/15 7 demi bottles $1,400-2, Pierre Bouree Chambolle Musigny 1985 u: one 1cm, one 1.5cm, light oxidation and case wear to capsules, two unattached labels, one vintage neck label missing, light bin soil 2 bottles $ Pierre Bouree Chapelle Chambertin 1985 u: three 1.5cm, two 2cm, one 2.5cm, wrinkling and wear to capsules, wrinkling and light staining to labels, one label unattached, one vintage neck tag unattached, one vintage neck tag missing 6 bottles $ Pierre Bouree Clos Vougeot 1985 u: three 1cm, three 1.5cm, case wear to capsules, case wear to labels and slight discoloration, slight bin scuffs and tears to one label, three vintage neck tags unattached and two missing 6 bottles $ Pierre Bouree Gevrey Chambertin Clos de la Justice 1985 (1 bt) u: 1cm, oxidation to capsule, label staining, wrinkling and slight tear, bin soil, evidence of possible old seepage Unknown (believed to be 1985 based on provenance paperwork) (1 bt) u: 0.5cm, bin wear to capsule 2 bottles $ Pierre Bouree Morey St. Denis (believed to be 1985 based on provenance paperwork) u: two 1cm, two 1.5cm, one 2cm, one 2.5cm, five labels unattached, one cut capsule, light bin soil to all, vintage neck tags missing 5 bottles $ Geoffrey Gevrey Chambertin 1983 u: two 2.5cm, six 4cm, four 5cm, five with capsule corrosion, evidence of possible old seepage 12 demi bottles $ Tollot Beaut Aloxe Corton 1985 Cote de Beaune u: two 2cm, two 2.5cm, wear to capsules, corrosion to one, evidence of old seepage to two 6 bottles $ Marius Delarche Corton Renardes 1985 Cote de Beaune u: three 1cm, one 1.5cm, one label unattached, one label missing, one vintage tag wrinkled 4 bottles $ Jadot Beaune Bressandes 1985 Cote de Beaune u: two 1cm, one 2cm, one 2.5cm, one 3cm, capsule corrosion, evidence of old seepage 5 bottles $ Albert Morot Beaune Cent Vignes 1985 Cote de Beaune u: one 2cm, one 2.5cm, one 3cm, wrinkling to capsules, slight nick to one label, light bin soil 3 bottles $ Dow s Vintage Port 1963 Oporto u: into neck, no label (producer and vintage indicated on capsule) $ Online bidding at

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18 The Essex Collection In this age of highly coveted and heavily traded bottles, it s rare to come across a cellar sitting silently and patiently. Collected from the 1960s-1980s, this cellar represents a keen Francophile appreciation, while exploring the unsung regions of that time. Consisting of full, never before opened (and often with bands intact prior to inspection) cases of top growth Bordeaux and Burgundy along with an expansive single bottle selection, these bottles rested in a New England cellar temperature but not humidity controlled, resulting in exceptional condition, color, and clarity in the bottles throughout however the exteriors, including labels and cases, did occasionally suffer. Skinner wine specialists, the epitome of romantics, regretfully disposed of some cases when necessary. Unaffixed labels, deterioration, and loss is par for this course. The collection is rooted in New England representing a bygone collective of Northeast-based importers and distributors such as S.S Pierce, Warren B. Strauss, Dunhill and Co., Charles Pappas, and Branded Liquors, underscoring that these bottles are of single-owner origin and have not seen daylight since their original purchase date. Removed by Skinner specialists. Part II of this collection will be offered in our June online auction. 16 Online bidding at

19 70 66 Chateau Haut Brion 1964 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: two 3.5cm, one 4cm, faded and bin-scuffed capsules with heavy oxidation, bin soil and staining to labels, evidence of old seepage 3 bottles $600-1, Chateau Haut Brion 1966 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: one 3.5cm, two 4cm, two 4.5cm, one 5cm, three 5.5cm, one 6.5cm, corrosion and oxidation to capsules, light nicking to four labels, one with slight label loss, light bin soil and staining, evidence of possible old seepage to six, case band cut 10 bottles $2,000-3, Chateau Haut Brion 1967 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe u: 4.5cm, heavy oxidation, fading and case wear to capsule, heavily bin-soiled label, evidence of possible old seepage $ Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1966 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: three into neck, four bottom neck, five very top shoulder, corrosion and wear to capsules, four capsules nicked and wrinkled, heavy bin soil and label staining, six with label losses, three labels unattached, evidence of old seepage to at least one Light in color and body with a surprisingly full evocative bouquet of dried mountain herbs and savory, grilled meat. The subtle dimensions unfold slowly, demanding attention and patience. It pays off. MCK 3/17, tasted by Skinner specialists from this collection $4,000-6, Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1966 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: one into neck, nine bottom neck, one top shoulder, oxidation to all (discoloration to one), nicking and wrinkling to eight lower capsule edges, staining, fading and bin soil to labels, one with slight losses at edges 1s $3,750-5, Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1966 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: four bottom neck, six very top shoulder, oxidation, discoloration and wear to capsules with nicking and wrinkling to all, heavily binsoiled and stained labels with losses to nine 10 bottles $3,500-5,000 Online bidding at 17

20 72 Chateau Latour 1962 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: top shoulder, capsule corrosion and wear, heavily bin-soiled label Latour continues to be one of the great vintages for this chateau. A dense opaque garnet color reveals amber at the edge, as well as an incredible perfume of cedar wood, balsam, coffee, black fruits, leather, and cigar smoke. The wine is supple and full-bodied, with sweet tannin, glorious levels of fruit and extract, abundant glycerin, and a seductive, truffle-flavored finish. While it has been drinkable for two decades, it is capable of lasting another 20 years. It is a perfectly balanced, exciting Latour that remains undervalued as well as underrated. R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 06/00 $ Chateau Latour 1964 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: high shoulder, capsule corrosion, heavily bin-soiled and unattached label $ Chateau Latour 1968 u: very top shoulder, light capsule oxidation, heavily bin-soiled and glue-striped label $ Chateau Margaux 1959 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: very high shoulder, slightly protruding cork, corrosion and wear, heavily bin-soiled label $ Chateau Margaux 1967 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: one top shoulder, one high shoulder, oxidation and case wear to capsules, losses at lower capsule edges, heavily glue-striped and bin-soiled labels 2 bottle $ Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1957 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: three bottom neck, six very top shoulder, one top shoulder, corrosion, oxidation and staining to capsules, protruding corks to all, bin soil and staining to all, two labels unattached A surprising contender this far out of the gate. On the lighter side of medium-bodied, reticent earthy nose, spice and autumnal underpinnings with lashings of iodine. Contrasting plummy tartness with a lively kicking acidity. MCK 03/17, tasted by Skinner specialists from this collection 10 bottles $3,000-3, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1970 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: four very top shoulder, three top shoulder, three very high shoulder, two high shoulder, oxidation to five capsules, wear to all capsules, heavy fading, staining and glue striping to labels, seven labels partially unattached at edges, two labels unattached (one torn in half) $2,100-3, Chateau Brane Cantenac 1966 Margaux, 2eme Cru Classe u: three very top shoulder, seven top shoulder, case wear and light oxidation to capsules, four labels partially unadhered at corners, six labels unattached, heavy bin soil to all 10 bottles $ Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 1966 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: three very top shoulder, six top shoulder, one high shoulder, oxidation and wear to three capsules, one label attached, one label mostly unattached, eight labels unattached 10 bottles $1,200-1, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1962 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: three very top shoulder, seven top shoulder, one very high shoulder, nicking to three capsules and case wear to all, light staining and bin soil to labels 1s $1,400-1, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1966 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: six very top shoulder, six top shoulder, corrosion and wear to capsules, slight losses to two capsules, bin soil, scuffs and staining to labels, two labels unattached $1,700-2, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1966 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: four very top shoulder, three top shoulder, four high shoulder, one high mid shoulder, oxidation, corrosion and wear to capsules, four slightly depressed corks, heavy bin soil and staining to labels, three labels unattached, evidence of old seepage to three $1,700-2, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1966 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: one very top shoulder, seven top shoulder, two very high shoulder, one high shoulder, case wear and oxidation to capsules, two with corrosion, four capsules with losses at bottom, staining and bin soil to labels, one lightly nicked, seven labels unattached, possible signs of old seepage to eight 1s $1,400-1, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1966 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: one very top shoulder, five top shoulder, four capsules with wear (two with corrosion), light bin soil and staining to labels, one binscraped label 6 bottles $900-1, Chateau Leoville Las Cases 1966 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: two very top shoulder, one top shoulder, corrosion and wear to capsules, slight losses at capsule bottom edges, staining and heavy bin soil to labels, nick to one 3 magnums $1,100-1, Chateau Montrose 1970 St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe u: five very top shoulder, three top shoulder, four very high shoulder, corrosion to two capsules and bin wear to all, slightly binsoiled and stained labels, four labels slightly unattached at edges, two labels nicked $1,200-1, Online bidding at

21 88 Chateau Giscours 1967 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: five into neck, six bottom neck, one very top shoulder, oxidation and case wear to capsules, light corrosion to one, heavy glue striping to labels, nick to one $ Chateau Beychevelle 1982 St. Julien, 4eme Cru Classe u: two into neck, six bottom neck, four very top shoulder, five capsules nicked at bottoms, light bin soil and staining to labels $1,500-2, Chateau Grand Puy Lacoste 1966 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe u: seven very top shoulder, four very high shoulder, light case wear, oxidation and discoloration to all capsules (one heavily with heavy corrosion), bin soil and staining to labels, one with losses Light to medium bodied with still intense color. Concentrated bouquet dominated by earth and meadow with a smoky depth accentuated by a stone-fruit skin tartness. On the decline, but still multi-layered and resonant. MCK 03/17, tasted by Skinner specialists from this collection 1s $650-1, Chateau Lynch Bages 1970 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe u: nine very top shoulder, two top shoulder, one very high shoulder, oxidation and bin wear to capsules, one wrinkled and nicked capsule, four with capsule corrosion, heavily bin-soiled and stained labels, one mostly unattached label, eleven unattached labels, one with evidence of possible old seepage $1,000-1, Chateau Lynch Bages 1970 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe u: four bottom neck, six very top shoulder, two top shoulder, oxidation and discoloration at capsule bottoms (most likely due to case wear), nicks to two capsules, corrosion to two capsules, three labels heavily bin-soiled and stained, three labels mostly unattached, seven stained and unattached $1,000-1, Chateau Lynch Bages 1982 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe u: all into neck, light oxidation and wear to capsule bottoms, one capsule nicked, one label nicked, light bin soil and staining to labels, evidence of possible old seepage Beautifully mature with sweet, sun-drenched black currant, fig, roasted herb and loamy soil characteristics, the dark plum/garnet-colored 1982 possesses opulent, fleshy flavors and a full-bodied finish. All the tannins are resolved, the acidity is low and this deliciously savory, rich wine is in full bloom. Drink the complex, beautiful 1982 now and over the next decade. R. Parker for TWA, 93 pts. 08/11 1s $2,000-2, Chateau Forts de Latour 1966 Pauillac u: six very top shoulder, six top shoulder, bin wear, discoloration and oxidation to capsules, seven labels with nicking, staining, bin soil and heavy glue striping, four labels partially unattached, one unattached, three labels nicked, evidence of possible old seepage to eight $1,000-1, Chateau Gloria 1982 St. Julien u: one bottom neck, seven very top shoulder, three top shoulder, light bin soil to labels, two bin-scuffed, evidence of old seepage to five 1s $ Chateau Haut Bailly 1966 Pessac Leognan u: two into neck, five bottom neck, five very top shoulder, oxidation and wear to capsules (corrosion to four), labels lightly stained and heavily glue-striped, evidence of possible old seepage $950-1, Chateau Figeac 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: seven into neck, one bottom neck, three very top shoulder, one top shoulder, case wear and light oxidation to capsules, discoloration to one, light corrosion to four, nicking to four lower capsule edges, six slightly protruding corks, bin wear and staining to labels, six labels with losses $950-1, Chateau Gaffeliere 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: five very top shoulder, five top shoulder, one very high shoulder, one high mid shoulder, one nicked capsule, one nicked and wrinkled capsule, oxidation to all capsules, bin staining to labels, slight losses to five labels at edges, evidence of possible old seepage to four $ Chateau Gaffeliere 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: two bottom neck, one very top shoulder, six top shoulder, two very high shoulder, case wear to capsules, four with corrosion, four with discoloration, five with slight oxidation, one capsule nicked, heavy staining and bin soil to labels, one with losses, five partially unaffixed labels, one label unattached, evidence of possible old seepage to six 1s $ Chateau Latour a Pomerol 1970 Pomerol u: eight very top shoulder, four top shoulder, wear to capsules, discoloration to three, corrosion to four capsule tops, light corrosion to lower capsule edges, staining to labels $3,500-4, Chateau Pavie Decesse 1966 St. Emilion u: ten very top shoulder, two top shoulder, light capsule oxidation, significant label fading to three labels (one heavily stained) $ Chateau Pavie Decesse 1970 St. Emilion u: eight very top shoulder, two top shoulder, two very high shoulder, four slightly depressed corks, light bin soil, evidence of possible old seepage to one $ Chateau Pavie Decesse 1970 St. Emilion u: nine very top shoulder, three top shoulder, light oxidation to capsules, two nicked and wrinkled capsules, bin soil and fading to labels $ Online bidding at 19

22 104 Chateau Pavie Decesse 1970 St. Emilion u: nine very top shoulder, one top shoulder, oxidation and case wear to capsules, one capsule lightly nicked, bin soil and fading to labels 1s $ Chateau Petrus 1967 Pomerol u: five very top shoulder, two top shoulder, four very high shoulder, one high mid shoulder, corrosion to five capsules, oxidation and discoloration to all, light staining and bin soil to seven, light glue striping to six, evidence of possible old seepage R. Parker for TWA, 99 pts. 12/02 $12,000-18, Chateau Petrus 1967 Pomerol u: bottom neck, oxidation and wear to capsules, bin soil and heavy staining to labels, two mostly unattached (one with losses) R. Parker for TWA, 99 pts. 12/02 2 bottles $2,000-3, Chateau Petrus 1970 Pomerol u: six very top shoulder, two top shoulder, two very high shoulder, one high shoulder, one mid-high shoulder, corrosion and discoloration to six capsules, light bin soil to labels, four with small losses at edges, evidence of old seepage to nine R. Parker for TWA, 99 pts. 12/02 $16,800-24, Chateau Troplong Mondot 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: six very top shoulder, six top shoulder, light oxidation to capsules and corrosion to five, four capsules nicked at bottoms, four slightly protruding corks, light bin soil and staining to labels $ Chateau Troplong Mondot 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: two bottom neck, five very top shoulder, four top shoulder, slight oxidation to capsules, corrosion to three, wrinkling and nicking to seven capsule bottoms, one slightly protruding cork, slight staining to two labels 1s $ Chateau Troplong Mondot 1970 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) u: eight very top shoulder, two top shoulder, one high shoulder, case wear and slight losses to capsule bottoms, glue striping and label staining to all, one wine-stained label 1s $ Chateau Trotanoy 1967 Pomerol u: one very top shoulder, five top shoulder, two high shoulder, two mid high shoulder, two mid shoulder, corrosion and wear to capsules, light bin soil and staining to five labels, evidence of old seepage to all, case bands cut $1,700-2, Chateau Trotanoy 1970 Pomerol u: eight into neck, two bottom neck, two very top shoulder, light capsule corrosion to nine, bin soil and staining to labels R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 12/97 $4,200-5, Caves de la Busserole Grands Echezeaux 1955 u: one 2cm, one 4cm, capsule corrosion (causing losses to one), one slightly protruding cork, heavy bin soil and stained labels, evidence of possible old seepage to one 2 bottles $ Caves de la Busserole La Romanee Confrerie des Chevaliers du Tastevin 1955 u: 3cm, oxidation and case wear to capsule, bin scuffs, light nicks and bin soil to label $ Domaine de la Romanee Conti Echezeaux 1969 u: 4cm, capsule wear, bin-soiled remains of label revealing final two numerals of vintage year $ Domaine de la Romanee Conti Grands Echezeaux 1969 u: three 2cm, four 2.5cm, two 3cm, three 4cm, corrosion to two capsules, slight oxidation to four capsules, case wear to all capsules, bin soil and staining to labels, three with label losses, tissue adhesion to two, one label mostly unattached, two unattached $9,500-14, Domaine de la Romanee Conti Grands Echezeaux 1969 u: 5cm, wear and losses to capsule top, heavily bin-soiled label with losses, label migrated downward to bottle base $800-1, Domaine de la Romanee Conti Montrachet 1969 u: two 3cm, two 3.5cm, one 4.5cm, one 5cm, corrosion and tears to capsules, two capsules with nicks at base, tissue adhesion, light staining and bin soil to labels A fully mature nose that is highly complex and displays absolutely no oxidate hints combine with sous bois and brioche notes that lead to rich, full and sweet medium weight flavors that still display good power and minerality on the racy, mouth coating and seriously long finish. This is still quite vibrant and classy though it s also clear that it s time to drink up. Note: another recent bottle was not as fresh as the one reviewed above and was post-mature though two others were every bit as good. Tasted 4 times. Burghound, 93 pts. 06/09 6 bottles $17,000-24, Domaine de la Romanee Conti Richebourg 1955 u: 8cm, bin wear to capsule, wrinkling at bottom edge, bin soil, staining to label, label torn at upper left, slightly unattached, bin scuffs to label Burghound, 93 pts. 11/06 1 magnum $3,500-5, Domaine de la Romanee Conti Richebourg 1967 u: 5cm, case wear and losses at capsule bottom, bin soil and staining to label $ Online bidding at

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26 121 Domaine de La Romanee Conti Romanee Conti 1967 u: 6.75cm, oxidation and losses at top of capsule, heavily bin-scuffed and soiled label, one scuff directly between the 6 and 7 of vintage year $2,000-4, Domaine de La Romanee Conti Romanee Conti 1969 u: 4.5cm, light capsule corrosion and wrinkling, heavy bin soil, nicking and staining to label $8,000-12, Domaine de la Romanee Conti La Tache 1966 u: both 5.5cm, light corrosion (loss to one capsule top), one cork slightly protruding, one stained label with loss to lower right corner, bin-soiled labels 2 bottles $3,000-5, Hospice de Beaune Pommard Cuvee Dame de la Charite Caves de la Busserole 1961 (1 bt) u: 4cm, oxidation to capsule with slight losses at top, glue striping and bin soil to label, small nick to bottom edge 1966 (1 bt) u: 4cm, corrosion to capsule, glue striping and bin-soiled label Cote de Beaune 2 bottle $ Comte Georges de Vogue Bonnes Mares 1966 u: 5cm, bin-soiled label $ Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 1966 u: one 1.5cm, two 1.75cm, one 2.25cm, four 2.75cm, two 5cm, one 6cm, oxidation and light bin wear to capsules, corrosion to seven capsule bases (one with losses and heavily corrosion to top of capsule), six slightly depressed corks, one wrinkled capsule, three lightly stained labels, light glue striping, evidence of old seepage to four A monumentally spicy nose of stunning breed and complexity leads to medium-full, beautifully delineated yet velvet-textured flavors that offer incredible length that just goes on and on. The richness and elegance are nothing short of phenomenal and this is in incredible condition for a 50 year old wine and if well-stored, should continue to hold without difficulty. In a word, awesome! Three other recent bottles were still lovely but not quite at the same level as the one described above. In sum, like many 66s today impeccable storage is paramount to enjoying a great example because when it isn t the wines are becoming too fragile to overcome it. Burghound, 96 pts. 10/16 (owc) $21,000-31, Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 1966 u: 5cm, light oxidation and wrinkling to capsule, light bin soil Burghound, 96 pts. 10/16 $1,700-2, Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 1976 u: one 1.5cm, one 2.5cm, one 3.5cm, staining and bin soil to labels, losses to two 3 bottles $750-1, J.L. Chave Hermitage 1966 Northern Rhone u: one 2cm, one 3cm, one 3.5cm, two 4cm, three 6cm, one capsule oxidized and discolored, corrosion to six capsules (one lightly at base, one heavily), losses to two capsule tops, bin soil, glue striping and staining to labels (one heavily with tissue adhesion), losses to three 8 bottles $4,750-7, Domaine Beaurenard Chateauneuf du Pape 1969 Southern Rhone u: two 2cm, one 2.5cm, one 3cm, two 3.5cm, three capsules heavily corroded resulting in losses, three capsules corroded, heavy bin soiled and stained labels with losses to five, evidence of possible old seepage 6 bottles $1,200-1, Domaine Beaurenard Chateauneuf du Pape 1969 Southern Rhone u: one 5.5cm, one 6cm, one 8cm, one 9cm, corrosion and wrinkling to capsules, bin soiled labels, one wrinkled at upper left corner, evidence of possible old seepage 4 magnums $1,600-2, Mastroberardino Taurasi Riserva 1973 Campania u: two very top shoulder, seven top shoulder, slight staining to six label, bin scuffs or slight bin nicking to three 9 bottles $900-1, Torres Gran Coronas Reserva Black Label 1978 Penedes u: one 2cm, two 2.5cm, two 3cm, one 3.5cm, three 4cm, one 4.5cm, one 5.5cm, one 7cm, heavy oxidation to capsules, corrosion to six capsules, label fading and wear, label losses to five, bin soil to all $ Torres Gran Coronas Reserva Black Label 1978 Penedes u: one 2cm, one 3cm, one 4cm, one 5cm, one 6cm, one 7cm, oxidation to capsules and wear to two, light bin soil and staining to labels 6 bottles $ Online bidding at

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29 135 Ferreira Barca Velha 1978 Duero u: all just below cork 10 bottles $1,000-1, Ferreira Barca Velha 1978 Duero u: one above capsule, one at capsule, two 1cm, two 1.5cm, oxidation to capsules, light bin soil and staining to labels 6 bottles $ Beaulieu Private Reserve Georges de Latour 1968 Napa u: all into neck, oxidation, bin wear, and corrosion to capsules, light label fading and bin soil, seven labels unattached, five vintage neck labels unattached 9 bottles $1,300-2, Joseph Phelps Cabernet Sauvignon Eisele Vineyard 1978 Napa u: top shoulder, light corrosion and heavy staining to capsule, staining, bin soil, bin scuffs, fading and losses to label $ Souverain Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 1968 Sonoma u: eight into neck, two bottom neck, one very top shoulder, one high shoulder, slightly wrinkled capsules, light bin soil and staining to labels, evidence of possible old seepage to one $1,500-2,400 From various consignors, maintained in ideal cellar conditions 140 Bollinger RD Extra Brut 2002 Ay 3 bottles (oc) $ Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon 1975 Epernay u: 2.5cm, label slightly unaffixed at top, light nick $ Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon 1985 Epernay u: all at foil R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 12/94 6 bottles (owc) $1,200-1, Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon 1985 Epernay u: one at foil R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 12/94 $ Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon 2004 Epernay Lily-of-the-valley perfume and scents of lightly toasted brioche and almond rise from the glass of Moet s 2004 Brut Dom Perignon, along with hints of the apricot, pear and grapefruit that then inform a luscious and creamy yet strikingly delicate as well as consummately refreshing palate. Sweet-saline savor of scallop also already intimated in the nose lends compulsive saliva-inducement to a ravishingly rarified and persistent finish, joined by alkaline, nutty, liquid-floral, and nori seaweed notes for a performance of headscratching subtlety and intrigue. (In case my description hasn t already made clear, we have here inter alia a fantastic sushi wine.) This will be worth following for at least the next 6-8 years, in the course of demonstrating that iconic status as a luxury brand, and elevated (albeit secret) production numbers by no means preclude a wine of understated as well as profound beauty. D. Schildknecht for TWA, 95 pts. 11/13 3 magnums (oc) $900-1, Chateau Haut Brion 1999 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe evidence of possible old seepage $ Chateau Haut Brion 2000 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe N. Martin for TWA, 99+ pts. 07/16 2 bottles $1,000-1, Chateau Haut Brion 2003 Pessac Leognan, 1er Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 08/14 $ Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1998 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe one wrinkled capsule A blend of 81% Cabernet Sauvignon and 19% Merlot, this wine represents only 34% of Lafite s total harvest. In a less than perfect Medoc vintage, it has been spectacular since birth, putting on more weight and flesh over the last year. This opaque purple-colored 1998 is close to perfection. The spectacular nose of lead pencil, smoky, mineral, and black currant fruit soars majestically from the glass. The 214 wine is elegant yet profoundly rich, revealing the essence of Lafite s character. The tannin is sweet, and the wine is spectacularly layered yet never heavy. The finish is sweet, superrich, yet impeccably balanced and long (50+ seconds). Anticipated maturity: R. Parker for TWA, 98 pts. 04/01 6 bottles $2,700-4, Chateau Lafite Rothschild 2000 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 98 pts. 06/10 2 bottles $2,000-2, Chateau Margaux 1983 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: one into neck, four bottom neck, seven very top shoulder, evidence of old seepage to one R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 11/02 (owc) $4,250-5, Chateau Margaux 1987 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: all into neck, light case wear to capsules, small stains, bin scuffs and label fading to all 3 bottles $ Chateau Margaux 1992 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe u: both into neck, light marks and fading to labels 2 bottles $ Chateau Margaux 1998 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe bin marks and scuffs to labels 5 bottles $1,200-1,600 Online bidding at 27

30 154 Chateau Margaux 2000 Margaux, 1er Cru Classe N. Martin for TWA, 99 pts. 02/17 2 bottles $1,100-1, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 2000 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 96+ pts. 06/10 2 bottles $2,200-2, Chateau Calon Segur 2005 St. Estephe, 3eme Cru Classe N. Martin for TWA, 94 pts. 10/16 $725-1, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1975 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: mid shoulder, nicks and wear to capsule, light glue striping and bin marks to label $ Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1975 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: one very top shoulder, two top shoulder, oxidation and corrosion to capsules, staining, bin soil and tears at bottom edges of labels 3 magnums $1,200-1, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1976 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: one top shoulder, one very high shoulder, light corrosion and wear to capsules, wrinkling, staining, and nicks to one label, bin wear and light glue striping to both, evidence of possible old seepage 2 bottles $ Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1980 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: top shoulder, light glue striping to label $ Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1981 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: one bottom neck, two very top shoulder, bin marks to labels 3 bottles $ Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1986 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: nine very top shoulder, three top shoulder N. Martin for TWA, 100 pts. 09/16 (owc) $6,500-8, Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1988 Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe u: very top shoulder $ A Decade of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1970 (1 bt) u: high shoulder, small nick to label 1971 (1 bt) u: bottom neck, glue striping to label and partially unaffixed at corners 1972 (1 bt) u: mid high shoulder 1973 (1 bt) u: very high shoulder, glue striping and light bin wear to label 1973 (1 bt) u: top shoulder, light glue striping to label 1974 (1 bt) u: high shoulder, heavy bin wear to capsule, light glue striping to label 1976 (1 bt) u: top shoulder, light glue striping, bin marks and staining to label 1977 (1 bt) u: high shoulder, light corrosion and wrinkling to capsule, light glue striping and bin marks to label 1978 (1 bt) u: very high shoulder, light bin scrapes to capsule, light staining, fading and wear to label 1979 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder Pauillac, 1er Cru Classe 10 bottles $1,900-2, Duclot Collection 2010 Chateau Haut Brion, R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 02/13 Chateau Lafite Rothschild, R. Parker for TWA, 98 pts. 02/13 Chateau Latour, R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 02/13 Chateau Margaux, R. Parker for TWA, 99 pts. 02/13 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, N. Martin for TWA, 99 pts. 01/17 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion, R. Parker for TWA, 98+ pts. 02/13 Chateau Cheval Blanc, R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 02/13 Chateau Petrus, R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 02/13 Chateau d Yquem, N. Martin for TWA, 93 pts. 06/14 Bordeaux 9 bottles (ogb) $10,000-14, Chateau Calon Segur 2010 St. Estephe, 3eme Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 94+ pts. 02/13 1s $ Chateau d Issan 1985 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe u: three into neck, ten bottom neck, nine very top shoulder, two top shoulder, light capsule corrosion to six, light bin wear to capsule 24 demi bottles (owc) $ Chateau Palmer 2012 Margaux, 3eme Cru Classe Chateau Palmer is one of the vintage s superstars. Opaque purple, with a gorgeous nose of blueberry, blackberry fruit, licorice, incense and graphite, the wine has a multi-dimensional, skyscraper-like richness, stunningly well-integrated acidity, tannin, wood, and alcohol, a finish of close to 45 seconds and a full-bodied mouthfeel. This is a great wine from Margaux in 2012 and one of the vintage s most remarkable efforts. Anticipated maturity: The final blend was 48% Merlot, 46% Cabernet Sauvignon and 6% Petit Verdot. R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 04/15 6 bottles (owc) $750-1, Chateau Cos D Estournel 1985 St. Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe u: seven bottom neck, five very top shoulder, light bin nicking and wear to eight capsules (owc) $1,200-1, Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2000 Saint Julien, 2eme Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 06/10 $ Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2008 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 95+ pts. 05/11 1 magnum $ Online bidding at

31 172 Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2009 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe The 2009 Ducru Beaucaillou will eclipse the brilliant wines produced in 2005, 2003 and It will be interesting to see how the 2009 fares against the 2010 after twenty years of aging, but my money is on the A blend of 85% Cabernet Sauvignon and 15% Merlot that achieved 13.5% natural alcohol, this inky purple, unctuous wine possesses classic aromas of graphite, creme de cassis, blueberries, violets, licorice and Christmas fruitcake. Full-bodied and intense with Ducru s inimitable elegance and purity, it should firm up in the bottle after 7-10 years of cellaring and last for years. Magnificent! R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 12/11 1 magnum $ Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2010 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe With loads of minerality, a terrific opaque purple color, and slightly more structure and tannin than either Poyferre or St.-Pierre (and that s saying something), this is a blockbuster, fabulous Ducru Beaucaillou that should be at its best a good decade from now and last years. The proprietor is not alone in thinking this is the finest Ducru Beaucaillou since the The classic wet rock, creme de cassis, subtle oak and gravelly stoniness of the vineyard come through in this spectacular, full-bodied, gorgeously pure and intense effort. This is wine for the ages that should be forgotten for at least a decade. R. Parker for TWA, 98+ pts. 02/13 6 bottles $800-1, Chateau Ducru Beaucaillou 2010 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 98+ pts. 02/13 1 magnum $ Chateau Leoville Barton 1985 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe u: four bottom neck, eleven very top shoulder, nine top shoulder, light corrosion and wear to five capsules 24 demi bottles (owc) $950-1, Chateau Leoville Barton 2009 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe (owc) $850-1, Chateau Leoville Barton 2009 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe 5 magnums $ Chateau Leoville Barton 2010 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 96+ pts. 02/13 6 magnums $600-1, Chateau Leoville Las Cases Vertical 1978 (1 bt) u: top shoulder, capsule corrosion, glue-striped and slightly stained label, evidence of possible old seepage 1979 (1 bt) u: into neck, capsule oxidation 1981 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder, slight capsule oxidation 1983 (1 bt) u: into neck, slight capsule oxidation 1985 (1 bt) u: into neck 1986 (1 bt) u: bottom neck, slight capsule loss; N. Martin for TWA, 98 pts. 12/ (1 bt) u: into neck, slight corrosion and case nick to capsule 1989 (1 bt) u: into neck 1990 (1 bt) u: bottom neck; R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 06/09 St. Julien, 2eme Cru Classe 9 bottles $1,100-1, Chateau Montrose 1982 St. Estephe u: both very top shoulder, slight glue striping at base of labels 2 bottles $ Chateau Montrose 2005 Saint Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe $950-1, Chateau Montrose 2009 Saint Estephe, 2eme Cru Classe R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 08/14 3 bottles $ Chateau Pichon Baron 1995 Pauillac, 2eme Cru Classe u: all into neck, light bin scuffs and small stains to labels 3 bottles $ Chateau Pichon Lalande 1985 Pauillac, 2eme Cru Classe u: six into neck, six bottom neck, bin-nicked and wrinkled capsules (owc) $1,300-1, Chateau Pichon Lalande 1986 Pauillac, 2eme Cru Classe u: six into neck, six bottom neck, two nicked capsules, evidence of possible old seepage to four N. Martin for TWA, 95 pts. 7/16 (owc) $1,400-1, Chateau Pichon Lalande 1989 Pauillac, 2eme Cru Classe u: two into neck, nine bottom neck, one very top shoulder (owc) $1,400-1, Chateau Pichon Lalande Vertical 1978 (1 bt) u: top shoulder, capsule wear with losses to bottom edge, slight label staining 1979 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder, slight oxidation and capsule wear, pen marking 79 on capsule top, scuffs and light label staining 1981 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder, pen marked 81 to capsule top, slight label scuffing 1982 (1 bt) u: very top shoulder, pen marked 82 at side of capsule, slight bin scuffing to label; N. Martin for TWA, 98 pts. 07/ (1 bt) u: very top shoulder, slight capsule oxidation 1985 (1 bt) u: into neck 1986 (1 bt) u: into neck, slight wear to capsule, nick at bottom; N. Martin for TWA, 95 pts. 12/ (1 bt) u: into neck, nicking at capsule bottom 1989 (1 bt) u: bottom neck, pen marked 9 to capsule top 1990 (1 bt) u: into neck 1991 (1 bt) u: into neck 1992 (1 bt) u: into neck, pen marked 92 to capsule top 1993 (1 bt) u: into neck, light bin marking to label 1994 (1 bt) u: into neck, pen marked 4 to capsule top, slight stain at label top edge Pauillac, 2eme Cru Classe 14 bottles $1,600-2,100 Online bidding at 29

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34 188 Chateau Beychevelle 1989 St. Julien, 4eme Cru Classe u: five into neck, seven bottom neck (owc) $ Chateau Lynch Bages 1985 u: seventeen into neck, seven bottom neck Tasted single blind at the 1985 Bordeaux horizontal, the 1985 Chateau Lynch Bages was pitted against two other wines, both First Growths, and it more than held its own. In many ways it is a forerunner for the brilliant 1989 and 1990 that Jean-Michel crafted, though the 1985 has always been more elegant and comely in style. The nose is impressive after three decades with melted tar, a touch of peppermint and delineated black fruit that seem to gain intensity with each passing moment in the glass. Strangely those secondary notes of bay leaf and dried herbs make way for more primal fruit-derived scents with aeration! The palate does not disappoint. Medium rather than full-bodied, beautifully defined tannins and supremely well-judged acidity, this Lynch-Bages is just so well balanced. Hints of black truffle and sandalwood unfold towards the finish that has disarming purity and great persistence. If you want to know why the 1855 Classification screwed up placing Lynch Bages as a Fifth Growth - taste the wonderful 1985 and then the 1989 and 1990 (though the latter pair have greater longevity). N. Martin for TWA, 95 pts. 07/16 24 demi bottles $1,400-1, Chateau Lynch Bages 2009 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe Performing even better from bottle than it did from barrel, this appears to be the finest Lynch Bages since the 2000, 1990 and According to the chateau, the 2009 has the highest level of polyphenols ever measured as well as high alcohol (nearly 13.5%). A blend of 75% Cabernet Sauvignon and the rest largely Merlot with touches of Cabernet Franc and Petit Verdot, it is an expressive, voluptuously textured effort with unctuosity and powerful, juicy, succulent blackberry and black currant flavors, low acids, a layered, massive mouthfeel, but no sense of heaviness or fatigue. This exquisite Lynch Bages should drink well for 30+ years. R. Parker for TWA, 98 pts. 12/11 (owc) $1,100-1, Chateau Lynch Bages 2011 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe (owc) $750-1, Chateau Pontet Canet 2003 Pauillac, 5eme Cru Classe The spectacular 2003 Pontet Canet is still incredibly young and vigorous. This full-bodied classic boasts a dense purple color as well as a superb nose of graphite, creme de cassis, forest floor, licorice and a hint of truffles, low acidity, and extravagant richness. Most of the tannins have been resolved in this superstar of the vintage. It should continue to drink well for years. R. Parker for TWA, 95+ pts. 08/14 (owc) $900-1, Carruades de Lafite 2006 Pauillac 6 bottles (owc) $900-1, Chateau La Mission Haut Brion 1981 Pessac Leognan u: one bottom neck, eight very top shoulder, three top shoulder, seven bin-nicked capsules, evidence of possible old seepage to four (owc) $1,200-1, Chateau Les Ormes de Pez 1982 St. Estephe u: eight very top shoulder, three top shoulder, light corrosion to one capsule, light bin wear to all, seven heavily damp-stained labels (owc) $ Chateau Smith Haut Lafitte Vertical 1996 (2 bts) 2000 (3 bts) Pessac Leognan 5 bottles $ Chateau Certan de May 2000 Pomerol capsules show signs of being previously removed 3 bottles $ Chateau Cheval Blanc 1988 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (A) u: ten into neck, two bottom neck (owc) $3,000-4, Chateau Clinet 1990 Pomerol u: nine into neck, two bottom neck, corrosion to one capsule top, all with signs of old seepage R. Parker for TWA, 97 pts. 06/09 1s $2,200-3, Chateau L Eglise Clinet 2008 Pomerol R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 05/11 6 bottles (owc) $ Chateau Pavie 1982 St. Emilion u: eight bottom neck, four very top shoulder, six nicked labels (owc) $1,400-1, Chateau Troplong Mondot 2010 St. Emilion, Premier Grand Cru Classe (B) Inky, bluish/black/purple, with notes of spring flowers, licorice, camphor, graphite, and a boatload of blueberry, black raspberry and blackberry fruit, this is a powerful, full-bodied Troplong Mondot. All the building components of acidity, tannin, wood and alcohol are judiciously and impressively integrated. It is a blend of 90% Merlot and the rest equal parts Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc made by Christine Valette and her husband Xavier Pariente with the consultancy help of Michel Rolland. I-m not sure what the heady alcohol level is in Troplong Mondot in 2010 (it certainly must be in the 15%+ range), but it is well-concealed behind the extravagant, richness, full-bodied power, and pure nobility of this majestic wine. Forget this for 5-7 years and drink it over the following three decades. R. Parker for TWA, 99 pts. 02/13 (owc) $1,100-1, Vieux Chateau Certan 2005 Pomerol R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 04/08 4 bottles $ Bordeaux 2000 Chateau Figeac (1 bt) Chateau Picque Caillou (2 bts) Fiefs de Lagrange (2 bts) St. Julien 5 bottles $ Online bidding at

35 205 Clavelier Chambolle Musigny La Combe d Orveaux bottles $ Domaine de la Romanee Conti Echezeaux 1985 u: both 2.5cm, light capsule corrosion to one, evidence of old seepage to one Very ripe and still quite fresh with black fruit mixed with spicy secondary aromas that lead to robust, slightly rustic yet stylish and rich flavors that still display some structure on the moderately long finish. This is really quite pretty and certainly a very good showing for this wine. While it s drinking well now there is no rush. Note: this bottle was fresher than several I have had lately. Burghound, 91 pts. 01/04 2 bottles $1,600-2, Domaine de la Romanee Conti Grands Echezeaux 1985 u: 3cm A very impressive showing with spice, ripe earth, a touch of underbrush and mushroom aromas followed by wonderfully complex, rich and still nicely intense flavors of excellent length and real velvet on the finish. While there is certainly no rush, I would begin to look for opportunities to drink this as it risks thinning out over time. Still, this is easily as good as the 85 La Tâche, something that the DRC Grands-Echézeaux rarely achieves. Multiple recent, and consistent, notes. Burghound, 93 pts. 11/14 $1,200-1, Fourrier Gevrey Chambertin Champeaux Vieilles Vignes 2004 (oc) $850-1, Robert Groffier Chambolle-Musigny Les Amoureuses 2006 $ Domaine Ponsot Clos de la Roche 1979 u: both 2cm, light bin wear to capsules, heavy bin soil, staining, and discoloration to labels 2 bottles $1,600-2, Remoissenet Clos Vougeot 1961 u: 3cm, discoloration and case wear to capsule, heavy bin soil, staining and wear to label 1 magnum $ Georges & Christophe Roumier Bonnes Mares 2004 $ Comte Georges de Vogue Bourgogne Blanc 2012 $ Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 2008 Burghound, 96 pts. 01/11 2 bottles $ Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 2010 A highly spiced and intensely floral nose evidences hints of violet, lilac, wild rose and lavender along with notes of both red and black pinot fruit, kirsch, earth and stone hints that continue onto the pure and silky broad-shouldered flavors that also possess a powerful yet almost delicate mouth feel. This is a very interesting wine as the dense tannins are so fine-grained that the palate impression is like the finest satin. The driving minerality adds another element and there is a palpable sense of energy to the balanced, focused and beautifully well-delineated finish that explodes with mouth coating dry extract. This is unapologetically built to age and indeed it will require plenty of it. Succinctly put, this is breathtakingly good. Burghound, 97 pts. 01/13 2 bottles $800-1, Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes bottles $ Bonneau du Martray Corton 2009 Cote de Beaune A. Galloni for TWA, 95 pts. 08/12 4 bottles $ Domaine de la Romanee Conti Richebourg 1985 u: both 4.5cm, light capsule corrosion to both, one nicked capsule Burghound, 94 pts. 03/05 2 bottles $3,250-4, Domaine de la Romanee Conti Romanee St. Vivant 1985 u: one 4cm, one 6cm, wrinkling and corrosion to one capsule, staining to one label Burghound, 91 pts. 11/12 2 bottles $2,400-3, Comte Georges de Vogue Musigny Cuvee Vieilles Vignes 2006 This is also extremely floral with a reserved nose that is an airy, spicy and ripe mélange of red and blue pinot fruit that displays really lovely violet and rose petal notes that are picked up by the minerally, intense and harmonious flavors that are beautifully proportioned and are blessed with ample amounts of dry extract on the essence of pinot and explosive, energetic and hugely long yet incredible precise finish that is also built on a base of firm minerality. This is almost exotic in character yet everything is in beautiful concordance. In a word, great. Burghound, 96 pts. 01/09 2 bottles $ Comtes Lafon Meursault Clos de la Barre 2008 Cote de Beaune 2 bottles $ Online bidding at 33

36 222 Comtes Lafon Meursault Charmes 2006 Cote de Beaune This is quite a bit riper though there is no overt exoticism present with aromas of peach, spiced pear and apricot that merge into exceptionally rich and relatively big flavors blessed with ample amounts of palate coating dry extract that completely buffer the firm spine of ripe acidity and intense finishing minerality. This is balanced and driving with a linear finish that slowly fans out as it lingers. Superb. Burghound, 93 pts. 07/13 3 bottles $ Guigal La Landonne 1982 Northern Rhone u: one 0.5cm, one 1.5cm Very ripe and still quite fresh with black fruit mixed with spicy secondary aromas that lead to robust, slightly rustic yet stylish and rich flavors that still display some structure on the moderately long finish. This is really quite pretty and certainly a very good showing for this wine. While it s drinking well now there is no rush. Note: this bottle was fresher than several I have had lately. R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 12/95 2 bottles $ Guigal La Landonne 1985 Northern Rhone u: 2.5cm Once again the darkest, thickest, most powerful, and formidably concentrated of Guigal s single-vineyard Cote Roties, the 1985 La Landonne is also the least flattering and most intimidating. Like its two siblings, it is throwing a hefty sediment, with the inside of the bottle resembling that of a 15-year-old vintage port. The color is still a murky, inky purple. The nose offers up aromas of beef blood, vitamins (iron?), minerals, smoke, and truffles. Extremely thick, full-bodied, and massive, with noticeable tannin, this monster wine reveals no hard edges, but it does possess teeth-staining extract and power. It is a remarkable effort! Anticipated maturity: R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 12/96 $ Guigal La Mouline 1982 Northern Rhone u: one 1.5cm, one 2cm, light corrosion and nicking to one capsule, one slightly nicked label, light glue striping to both, evidence of possible old seepage to one R. Parker for TWA, 99 pts. 12/96 2 bottles $1,100-1, Guigal La Mouline 1985 Northern Rhone u: 0.5cm, small nick and stain to label R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 12/96 $850-1, Guigal La Turque 1985 Northern Rhone u: 0.5cm R. Parker for TWA, 100 pts. 12/96 $750-1, Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle 1983 Northern Rhone u: one 2.5cm, one 3cm, one 3.5cm, light corrosion to capsules, bin marks and staining to labels, evidence of possible old seepage 3 magnums $ Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape 1978 Southern Rhone u: one 5cm, one 7.5cm, capsule corrosion to one, wear to both, one slightly depressed cork, staining to one vintage neck label, evidence of old seepage to one 2 magnums $ Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape 2005 Southern Rhone J. Dunnuck for TWA, 95 pts. 02/15 2 magnums $ Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape 2010 Southern Rhone 2 magnums $ Bonneau Chateauneuf du Pape Reserve des Celestins 2004 Southern Rhone J. Dunnuck for TWA, 95 pts. 02/14 $1,900-2, Le Vieux Donjon Chateauneuf du Pape 2005 Southern Rhone light water staining to one label 6 magnums $ Vieux Telegraphe Chateauneuf du Pape 1989 Southern Rhone u: two 1cm, eight 1.5cm, two 2cm $ Giuseppe Mascarello Barolo Monprivato 1991 Piedmont u: one 1cm, one 1.5cm, wear to capsules, label bin marks and scuffs 2 bottles $ Giacosa Barolo Riserva le Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga 2001 Piedmont A. Galloni for TWA, 97 pts. 04/12 1 double magnum $900-1, Antinori Solaia 2008 Tuscany 6 bottles (owc) $750-1, Chateau de Beaucastel Chateauneuf du Pape 2007 Southern Rhone R. Parker for TWA, 96 pts. 10/09 2 magnums $ Ciacci Piccolomini d Aragona Brunello di Montalcino Vigna di Pianrosso 1990 Tuscany u: both into neck, slight wear and wrinkling to capsules, light nicking to one label, evidence of old seepage 6 bottles $ Online bidding at

37 240 Fuligni Brunello di Montalcino Riserva 2010 Tuscany The 2010 Brunello di Montalcino Riserva is a wine that shows immense harmony and inner poise. The powerful vintage is elegantly tempered in this expression thanks to the flowing and musical nature of the aromatic presentation. The bouquet opens to a steady pace with small berry nuances followed by spice, tobacco, pressed rose and moist earth. Dig deep and there is a bit of white truffle in there as well. The wine boasts a silky texture with a lean, tonic feel that excels in terms of length and persistence. It never feels too heavy or flat. In fact, the wine is brimming with inner energy and vitality. M. Larner for TWA, 96 pts. 03/16 6 bottles (oc) $ Tenuta dell Ornellaia Ornellaia 2013 Tuscany M. Larner for TWA, 96 pts. 10/15 6 bottles $ Pieve Santa Restituta (Gaja) Brunello di Montalcino Rennina 2007 Tuscany 6 bottles (owc) $ Bodegas Vega Sicilia Unico 1998 Ribera del Duero The 1998 Unico is purple-colored with a complex bouquet of wood smoke, violets, Asian spices, mineral, blueberry, and assorted black fruits. This is followed by a full-bodied, dense, loaded wine with gobs of sweet fruit, great concentration, and layers of flavor. It will continue to evolve for another 5-7 years and drink well through J. Miller for TWA, 98 pts. 02/08 2 bottles $600-1, D Oliveiros Reserva Malvasia 1875 Madeira u: into neck, unknown bottling date 9 bottles $2,700-3, Abreu Cappella 2011 Napa R. Parker for TWA, 95 pts. 10/14 2 bottles (pc) $ Alpha Omega Cabernet Sauvignon Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard 2009 Napa 3 bottles $ Altamura Cabernet Sauvignon 1995 Napa u: into neck 1 magnum $ Beringer Cabernet Sauvignon Private Reserve 1994 Napa u: all into neck, slight case wear to capsule tops, light bin marking and staining to one label R. Parker for TWA, 97 pts. 05/11 $850-1, A 249 Caymus Special Selection 1997 Napa u: all into neck 6 bottles (owc) $750-1, Colgin Tychson Hill Vineyard 2000 Napa 3 bottles $ Groth Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 1997 Napa 2 bottles $ Caymus Special Selection 1997 Napa u: all into neck, wear to capsules, slight losses to one, nicking to one label 7 bottles $850-1, Opus One 1994 Napa u: into neck 1 magnum $ Opus One 1996 Napa u: all into neck 6 bottles (owc) $1,200-1, Opus One 1996 Napa u: all into neck 6 bottles (owc) $1,200-1, Opus One 1998 Napa 6 bottles (owc) $900-1, Opus One 1999 Napa 6 bottles (owc) $900-1, Opus One 1999 Napa staining to labels 3 bottles $ Quintessa 2002 Napa 1s (2 x owc) $ Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon 2012 RBS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard (2 bts) R. Parker for TWA, 98 pts. 10/14 CCS Beckstoffer To Kalon Vineyard (1 bt) LPV Beckstoffer Las Piedras Vineyard (1 bt) North Coast, CA 4 bottles (owc) $900-1, Silver Oak Cabernet Sauvignon 1994 Napa u: into neck 1 magnum $ Penfolds Grange Hermitage 1986 South Australia u: two into neck, five bottom neck, one small label nick, light bin soil L. Perrotti-Brown for TWA, 97 pts. 05/12 7 bottles $3,000-4,000 Online bidding at 35

38 Fine Spirits 263 Cognac des Tuileries 1818 Cognac official bottling, Cognac Grande Champagne Reserve, u: top shoulder, green tinted glass, driven cork, lead capsule, applied shoulder medallion, wax embossed with crown and N, back label reads Brossault & Cie, 22 Rue de Capucines, Paris, 40% $1,500-2, Domaine de la Voute Grand Fine Champagne Cognac 1er Grand Cru de Cognac Cognac bottled by Madame Gaston Briand, sealed and banded case, handwritten 41 on side, white cardboard oc, 46% 12 4/5 quart bottles (oc) $1,500-2, Martell L Or Cognac official bottling, a blend of Borderie with Grande and Petit Champagne cognacs, housed in a decanter with 24k gold accents, 40% 1 700ml bottle (pc) $ Privilege Reserve du Prince Cognac Cognac Private Paradis, Grand Premier Cru de Cognac, limited selection, label reads: Regarded by the Most Respected Licensed Appraisers as an Authentic Pre- World War I Vintage, 40% Reportedly, French producers of fine spirits were warned of advancing German troops during World War I. They were advised to hide their best and oldest stocks to avoid destruction. It is believed that one such producer died later in the war before divulging the location of his barrels and were ultimately discovered c Those barrels were used for this bottling. $1,800-2, Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac official bottling, c. 1960s, Baccarat decanter and accompanying stopper etched #111, red velvet presentation case shows wear and damage, 40% 1 4/5 quart decanter (pc) $2,000-2, Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac official bottling, c. 1960s, Baccarat crystal decanter and accompanying stopper, white box covering red presentation case, 40% 1 4/5 quart decanter (pc) $2,000-2, AH Hirsch Reserve 16 Years Old 1974 Hirsch Distillers, Lawrenceburg,, distilled in spring 1974, dumpy bottle gold wax capsule, bottled for the Japanese market, 47.8% $3,000-4, Ancient Age Barrel Years Old official bottling, c. 1993, bottled for the Japanese market, damage to box top, 53.5% (oc) $ Belmont 8 Years Old 1902 Belmont Distillery Co., Registered Distillery #412, 5th District, Max Selliger & Co., Louisville,, u: bottom shoulder, distilled spring 1902, bottled spring 1910, 50% 1 4/5 quart bottle $ Black Maple Hill Rye 23 Years Old official bottling, cask #7, silver printed label, silver wax capsule, 47.5% $2,750-3, Black Maple Hill Rye 18 Years Old official bottling, cask #R70, green printed label, green wax capsule, 47.5% $2,250-2, Booker s 25th Anniversary official bottling, batch # , aged 10 years 3 months, 65.4% (owc) $ Booker s Rye 13 Years Old official bottling, batch 2016-LE, bottle #4313, aged 13 years 1 month 12 days, 68.1% (owc) $ Booker s Rye official bottling, batch 2016-LE, bottle #5490, aged 13 years 1 month 12 days, 68.1% $ Buffalo Trace 9 Years Old 2005 official bottling, distilled April 4, 2005, bottled April 24, 2014, single barrel, bottled for Party Mart, 45% $ Online bidding at

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40 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection George T Stagg (1 750ml) official bottling, 2004 release, 64.5% (1 750ml) official bottling, fall 2005 release, 70.6% (1 750ml) official bottling, 2006 release, 70.3% (1 750ml) official bottling, 2007 release, bottle code K :35, 72.4% (1 750ml) official bottling, 2008 release, bottle code K :04, 70.9% (1 750ml) official bottling, 2009 release, bottle code K :20, 70.7% 6 750ml bottles $2,500-3, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection George T Stagg official bottling, 2010 release, 71.5% $ Buffalo Trace Antique Collection George T Stagg official bottling, 2011 release, 71.3% 3 750ml bottles $1,200-1, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection George T Stagg official bottling, 2012 release, 71.4% 3 750ml bottles $1,200-1, Buffalo Trace Antique Collection George T Stagg official bottling, 2013 release, bottle code B :41K, 64.1% $ Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Sazerac 18 Years Old official bottling, fall 2009 release, bottle codes K :28, K :28, K :28, 45% 3 750ml (oc) bottles $900-1, Online bidding at

41 284 Buffalo Trace Antique Collection Thomas H Handy Sazerac Rye official bottling, 2014 release, bottle codes B :32K, B :31K, B :32K, 64.6% 3 750ml bottles $ Buffalo Trace Antique Collection William Larue Weller official bottling, 2011 release, 66.75% $ Four Roses Limited Edition Small Batches Mariage official bottling, 2009 release, hang-tag, recipes: OBSK 10 years old, OBSK 19 years old, OESO 10 years old, bottle #3236/3432, 54.8% $ Heaven Hill 12 Years Old 1999 Alchemist, distilled March 1999, bottled 2011 in Glasgow, Scotland, 46% $ Hoffman s Rare Selection official bottling, c. 1988, bottled for the Japanese market, black wax capsule, 43% $ Jefferson s Presidential Select Rye 25 Years Old official bottling, batch #1, bottle #1708, 43% $ Jefferson s Presidential Select Rye 21 Years Old official bottling, batch #1, bottle #417, distilled from North American rye, 45.2% $ Jefferson s Presidential Select 18 Years Old 1991 Stitzel-Weller, batch #10, distilled fall 1991, bottle #343, 47% $ John E Fitzgerald Very Special Reserve 20 Years Old official bottling, distilled by Stitzel-Weller, bottled by Heaven Hill, 45% 1 375ml bottle $ Joshua Brooks 15 Years Old Distillers Products, LTD, San Jose, California, c. 1990, bottled for the Japanese market, 57.5% (oc) $ Nelson Old Standard Whiskey 7 Years Old 1916 Nelson Distillery Co., Distillery #4, 5th District of, u: low to bottom shoulder, some label scuffing, wear to tax strips, distilled spring 1916, bottled spring 1923, 50% 4 pint bottles $800-1, Nelson Old Standard Whiskey 7 Years Old 1916 Nelson Distillery Co., Distillery #4, 5th District of, u: low to bottom shoulder, some label scuffing, wear to tax strips, distilled spring 1916, bottled spring 1923, 50% 4 pint bottles $800-1, Orphan Barrel Old Blowhard 26 Years Old official bottling, bottle #18331, 45.35% $ Parker s Heritage Collection 24 Years Old 1990 official bottling, 2016 release, distilled fall 1990, hang-tag, 50% $ Private Stock 15 Years Old Springs Distilling, Bardstown,, c. 1990, slight bubbling to label, 50.5% $ Rewco Rye Whiskey 15 Years Old 1917 Richard E. Wathen, distillery #19,, bottled by the American Medicinal Spirits Company, distilled spring 1917, bottled spring 1932, u: low shoulder or better, water damage to boxes and labels, 50% 4 pint bottles (oc) $800-1, Twisted Spoke 16 Years Old Commonwealth Distillery Co., Lawrenceburg,, bottled for Twisted Spoke, Chicago, Illinois, 16 years of sucking wood and waiting, 52.5% $5,000-6, Very Old Fitzgerald 8 Years Old 1962 Stitzel-Weller, hang tag, distilled spring 1962, bottled spring 1970, oc, 50% 1 1/2 pint bottle $ Online bidding at 39

42 A Very Old Fitzgerald 8 Years Old 1962 Stitzel-Weller, hang tag, distilled spring 1962, bottled spring 1970, 50% 1 1/2 pint bottle (oc) $ Old Rip 4 Years Old official bottling, c. 1997, slight damage to neck label, 43% $900-1, Very Olde St. Nick 20 Years Old official bottling, bottled for the Japanese market, blue wax capsule, 47% $800-1, Very Olde St. Nick Rye 18 Years Old official bottling, bottled for the Japanese market, gold wax capsule, hang-tag, slight cracking to capsule, 52.3% $1,000-1, A Very Olde St. Nick 20 Years Old official bottling, cask lot #A16, bottled for the Japanese market, blue wax capsule, 58.2% $1,200-1, Very Olde St. Nick 15 Years Old official bottling, cask lot #5213, bottled for the Japanese market, black wax capsule, 57.4% $1,000-1, Online bidding at

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44 307 Very Olde St. Nick 15 Years Old official bottling, cask lot #D118, bottled for the Japanese market, black wax capsule, 53.5% $ Very Olde St. Nick 12 Years Old official bottling, cellar lot #L-10-28, bottled for the Japanese market, black wax capsule, 57.15% $1,200-1, Very Olde St. Nick 12 Years Old official bottling, cask lot #4354, bottled for the Japanese market, black wax capsule, back label scuffed, 45% $ Old Rip Van Winkle Family Selection 23 Years Old official bottling, 2009 release, crystal decanter with two crystal glasses, leather padded wooden display case, bottle #214/1200, 57% 1 750ml (wpc) bottle $4,000-5, Van Winkle Family Reserve 17 Years Old 1974 official bottling, bottled 1991, bottled for the Japanese market, green tinted glass, red wax capsule, bottle #918198, 50.5% $4,500-5, Van Winkle 16 Years Old 1974 official bottling, bottled 1990 in Lawrenceburg,, bottle #3502, bottled for the Japanese market, embossed leather hang-tag, green tinted glass, gold wax capsule, 45% $4,500-5, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 20 Years Old official bottling, red velvet bag, 45.2% $1,200-1, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 20 Years Old official bottling, red velvet bag, 45.2% $1,200-1, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 20 Years Old official bottling, red velvet bag, hang-tag, bottle code B :15M, 45.2% $1,200-1, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 15 Years Old official bottling, 53.5% $1,000-1, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 15 Years Old official bottling, 53.5% $1,000-1, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 15 Years Old official bottling, bottle code B :12K, 53.5% $1,000-1, Pappy Van Winkle s Family Reserve 15 Years Old official bottling, bottle code B :464, 53.5% $1,000-1, Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Years Old Lot B official bottling, c. 1990s, bottled in Lawrenceburg,, discontinued block lettering label, green tinted glass, 45.2% $2,000-2, Van Winkle Special Reserve 12 Years Old Lot B official bottling, 45.2% 3 750ml bottles $900-1, Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Years Old official bottling, dumpy bottle, bottle #D3037, 53.5% $ Old Rip Van Winkle 10 Years Old official bottling, dumpy bottle, bottle #C6900, 53.5% $ Wild Turkey Tribute 15 Years Old official bottling, limited edition small batch, bottled for Master Distiller Jimmy Russell s 50th Anniversary, bottle #4621/5500, 50.5% (owc) $ Online bidding at

45 Willett Bourbon 24 Years Old official bottling, barrel #2007/22, distilled December 17, 1982, stored in warehouse C, rick N-11, bottle #12/99, bottled for the Japanese market, pinhole in front label, small scuff to shoulder label, minor crack to copper wax capsule, 50% $1,400-1, Willett Bourbon 22 Years Old official bottling, barrel #324, bottle #67/109, u: high shoulder, purple foil capsule, 67.5% (ot) $1,000-1, Willett Rye 24 Years Old 1984 official bottling, barrel #637, bottle #75/264, distilled April 10, 1984, bottled for the Japanese market, minor crack to copper wax capsule, 55% $3,000-4, Willett Rye 25 Years Old official bottling, barrel #1768, bottle #45/84, copper wax capsule, u: high shoulder, 50% $1,000-1,500 End of Sale 3006B Online bidding at 43

46 Index Champagne 1975 Dom Perignon Dom Perignon , Bollinger RD Dom Perignon Bordeaux 1934 Ch. Latour Ch. Cheval Blanc Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Cheval Blanc Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Haut Brion... 1 Ch. Margaux... 14, 75 Ch. Leoville Las Cases Ch. Palmer Ch. Haut Brion... 2 Ch. La Mission Haut Brion Ch. Nenin Ch. Haut Brion Ch. Latour Ch. Haut Brion... 3, 67 Ch. Lafite Rothschild... 7, Ch. Latour Ch. Margaux Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Palmer Ch. Cheval Blanc... 43, 44 Ch. Trotanoy Ch. Brane Cantenac Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou Ch. Leoville Las Cases Ch. Grand Puy Lacoste Ch. Forts de Latour Ch. Haut Bailly Ch. Pavie Decesse Ch. Haut Brion Ch. Margaux Ch. Giscours Ch. Petrus , 106 Ch. Trotanoy Ch. Latour Ch. Haut Brion... 4, 5 Ch. Latour Ch. Mouton Rothschild... 19, 78 Ch. Montrose... 26, 87 Ch. Palmer Ch. Canon Ch. L Evangile Ch. Nenin Ch. Lynch Bages... 91, 92 Ch. Figeac Ch. Gaffeliere... 98, 99 Ch. Latour a Pomerol Ch. Pavie Decesse Ch. Petrus Ch. Troplong Mondot Ch. Trotanoy Ch. Haut Brion... 6 Ch. Lafite Rothschild... 8 Ch. Latour Ch. Margaux Ch. Mouton Rothschild... 20, 155, 156 Ch. Palmer Ch. Ausone Ch. Cheval Blanc Ch. Trotanoy Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Latour Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. La Mission Haut Brion Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Brane Cantenac Ch. Durfort Vivens Ch. Pichon Lalande Ch. d Issan Ch. Cantemerle Ch. du Tertre Ch. Haut Marbuzet Les Forts de Latour Ch. La Mission Haut Brion Ch. Beychevelle Ch. Lynch Bages Ch. Gloria Ch. Montrose Ch. Les Ormes de Pez Ch. Pavie Ch. Margaux Ch. d Issan Ch. Cos D Estournel Ch. Leoville Barton Ch. Pichon Lalande Ch. Lynch Bages Ch. Cheval Blanc Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Pichon Lalande Ch. Margaux Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Cheval Blanc Ch. Cheval Blanc Ch. Petrus Ch. Pichon Lalande Ch. Beychevelle Ch. Clinet Ch. Margaux Ch. Pichon Baron Ch. Lafite Rothschild Ch. Margaux Ch. Haut Brion Ch. Haut Brion Ch. Lafite Rothschild Ch. Margaux Ch. Mouton Rothschild Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou Ch. Certan de May Ch. Haut Brion Ch. Pontet Canet Ch. Calon Segur Ch. Montrose Vieux Ch. Certan Carruades de Lafite Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou Ch. L Eglise Clinet Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou Ch. Leoville Barton , 177 Ch. Montrose Ch. Lynch Bages Duclot Collection Ch. Calon-Segur Ch. Ducru Beaucaillou , 174 Ch. Leoville Barton Ch. Troplong Mondot Ch. Lynch Bages Ch. Palmer Verticals Ch. Leoville Las Cases Ch. Pichon Lalande Ch. Smith Haut Lafitte Ch. Mouton Rothschild

47 Mixed Bordeaux White Bordeaux 1975 Ch. d Yquem Burgundy 1955 Busserole Grands Echezeaux Busserole La Romanee DRC Richebourg Remoissenet Clos Vougeot DRC La Tache de Vogue Bonnes Mares de Vogue Musigny VV , DRC Richebourg DRC Romanee Conti DRC Grands Echezeaux , 117 DRC Echezeaux DRC Montrachet DRC Romanee Conti de Vogue Musigny VV Ponsot Clos de la Roche Geoffrey Gevrey Chambertin Bouree Chambolle Musigny Bouree Chapelle Chambertin Bouree Clos Vougeot Bouree Morey St. Denis (1985?) Tollot Beaut Aloxe Corton Delarche Corton Renardes Jadot Beaune Bressandes Morot Beaune Cent Vignes DRC Echezeaux DRC Grands Echezeaux DRC Richebourg DRC Romanee St. Vivant Fourrier Gevrey Chambertin Champeaux VV Roumier Bonnes Mares Groffier Chambolle-Musigny Amoureuses de Vogue Musigny VV Comtes Lafon Meursault Charmes de Vogue Musigny VV Lafon Meursault Clos de la Barre de Vogue Musigny VV de Vogue Musigny VV Clavelier Chambolle Musigny La Combe d Orveaux de Vogue Bourgogne Blanc Mixed Lots Bouree Hospice de Beaune Pommard Rhone 1966 J.L. Chave Hermitage Beaurenard CNDP , Ch. de Beaucastel CNDP Guigal La Landonne Guigal La Mouline Jaboulet Hermitage La Chapelle Guigal La Landonne Guigal La Mouline Guigal La Turque Vieux Telegraphe CNDP Bonneau CNDP Reserve Ch. de Beaucastel CNDP Le Vieux Donjon CNDP Ch. de Beaucastel CNDP Ch. de Beaucastel CNDP Italy 1973 Mastroberardino Taurasi Riserva d Aragona BdM Pianrosso Mascarello Monprivato Giacosa Riserva Rocche del Falletto di Serralunga Pieve Santa Restituta (Gaja) Rennina di Montalcino Antinori Solaia Fuligni BdM Riserva Ornellaia Spain 1978 Torres Gran Coronas Reserva , Vega Sicilia Unico Portugal & Madeira 1875 D Oliveiros Reserva Malvasia Dow s Ferreira Barca Velha , 136 California 1968 BV Georges de Latour Souverain Estate Phelps Eisele Beringer Private Reserve Opus One Silver Oak Altamura Opus One , 255 Caymus Special Selection , 525 Groth Reserve Opus One Opus One , Colgin Tychson Hill Quintessa Alpha Omega Beckstoffer To Kalon Abreu Cappella Schrader Cabernet Sauvignon

48 Australia 1986 Penfolds Grange Hermitage Spirits French Cognac des Tuileries Domaine de la Voute Martell L Or Privilege Reserve du Prince Remy Martin , 268 American AH Hirsch Ancient Age Belmont Black Maple Hill , 273 Booker s Buffalo Trace Four Roses Heaven Hill Hoffman s Jefferson s John E Fitzgerald Joshua Brooks Nelson , 295 Parker s Heritage Private Stock Rewco Twisted Spoke Very Old Fitzgerald , 302 Very Olde St. Nick A 309 Van Winkle , Wild Turkey Willett

49 Skinner, Inc. & Lower Falls Wine Co. Conditions of Sale Fine Wines Auction 1. All bidders and buyers of wine must be at least 21 years of age and shall present satisfying legal documentation of this at auction. In the event the buyer is a partnership or corporate entity, the receiver of the wine shall furnish proof fulfilling this criteria. 2. Some of the lots in this sale are offered subject to a reserve. The reserve is a confidential minimum price agreed upon by the consignor and Skinner, Inc., below which the lot will not be sold. In most cases, the reserve will be set below the estimated range, but in no case will it exceed the estimates listed. A representative of Skinner, Inc. will execute such reserves by bidding for the consignor. In any event, and whether or not a lot is subject to a reserve, Skinner, Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. may reject any bid or raise not commensurate with the value of such lot. 3. All property is sold as is, and neither Skinner, Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. nor any consignor makes any warranties or representation or any kind or nature with respect to the property, and in no event shall they be responsible for the correctness, nor deemed to have made any representation or warranty, or description, genuineness, authorship, attribution, provenance, period, culture, source, origin, or condition of the property and no statement made at the sale, or in the bill of sale, or invoice, or in the catalog, or elsewhere shall be deemed such a warranty of representation or an assumption of liability. Prospective buyers are urged to inspect those lots they have interest in. 4. Except as provided in paragraph 1 above, the highest bidder as determined by Skinner, Inc. shall be the purchaser. In the case of a disputed bid, the auctioneer shall have sole discretion in determining the purchaser and may also, at his or her election, withdraw the lot or reoffer the lot for sale. The auctioneer shall have sole discretion to refuse any bid, or refuse to acknowledge any bidder. Please note Massachusetts state law requires all purchasers of alcoholic beverages be at least 21 years of age. Any bidder that plans on spending in excess of $100,000 should make arrangements with the accounting department at least five (5) days in advance of the sale, as a deposit may be required to participate. 5. All merchandise purchased is payable directly to Skinner Inc., and must be paid for the day of the auction. All merchandise must be removed from Lower Falls Wine Co. within forty five (45) days of the auction, and in no event shall Skinner Inc. or Lower Falls Wine Co. have any liability for any damage to property left on its premises for more than fourteen (14) days after the sale. Lower Falls Wine Co. may impose, and the purchaser agrees to pay, a monthly storage fee per lot as determined by Lower Falls Wine Co. (see Collection of Wines). If any property has not been removed within forty-five (45) days from the date of sale, at the option of Skinner, Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. (a) the merchandise may be transferred to and stored at a bonded warehouse and the purchaser agrees to pay all transfer and storage expenses, and/or (b) Skinner Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. may place the merchandise in a subsequent auction, without Reserve, to be sold to the highest bidder, and after deducting the standard commission and any additional charges that may apply, remit the proceeds to the purchaser. 6. Acceptable forms of payment are cash, good check, or wire transfers, payable in U.S. dollars. Checks will be acceptable only if credit has been established with Skinner or if a bank authorization has been received guaranteeing the check. Skinner, Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. reserve the right to hold merchandise purchased until the funds have cleared the bank. The purchaser agrees to pay Skinner and/or Lower Falls Wine Co. a handling charge of $25.00 for any check dishonored by the drawee. 7. If the purchaser breaches any of its obligations under these Conditions of Sale, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price of all items for which it was the highest successful bidder, Skinner Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. may exercise all of its rights and remedies under the law including, without limitation, (a) canceling the sale and applying any payments made by the purchaser to the damages caused by the purchaser s breach, and/or (b) offering at public auction, without reserve, any lot or item for which the purchaser has breached any of its obligations, including its obligation to pay in full the purchase price, holding the purchaser liable for any deficiency plus all costs of sale. 8. In no event will the liability of Skinner, Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. to any purchaser with respect to any item exceed the purchase price actually paid by such purchaser for such item. 9. Lower Falls Wine Co. may, in their discretion and at purchaser s request, package and arrange for delivery as directed by the purchaser. In such event, purchaser agrees that (a) all such packaging, handling and delivery is at the sole risk of the purchaser and that Skinner, Inc. and Lower Falls Wine Co. shall have no liability for any loss or damage to such items, and (b) purchaser shall pay in advance, all packaging expenses, including labor, materials, carriers fees and all insurance charges. Please arrange seventy-two (72) hours in advance for collection and delivery. Purchaser shall make itself aware of the limitations and restrictions imposed by various states in regards to the transportation and importation of alcoholic beverages and purchaser has the sole responsibility to research and comply with all permit and licensing requirements. Neither Skinner, Inc. nor Lower Falls Wine Co. shall be responsible for obtaining any permits or licenses on behalf of purchaser and no sale shall be cancelled or refunded for lack of purchaser s noncompliance with permitting and licensing issues. (Please see Collection of Wines) 10. A premium equal to 23% of the final bid price up to and including $100,000, plus 20% of the final bid price from $100,001 up to and including $1,000,000, plus 12% of the final bid price from $1,000,001 and over will be applied to each lot sold, to be paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. 11. Bidding on any item indicates your acceptance of these terms and all other terms printed within, posted, and announced at the time of sale whether bidding in person, through a representative, by phone, by Internet, or other absentee bid. 12. Skinner, Inc. and its consignors make no warranty or representation, express or implied, that the purchaser will acquire any copyright or reproduction rights to any lot sold. Skinner, Inc. expressly reserves the right to reproduce any image of the lots sold in this catalog. The copyright in all images, illustrations and written material produced by or for Skinner, Inc. relating to a lot, including the contents of this catalog, is, and shall remain at all times, the property of Skinner, Inc. and shall not be used by the purchaser, nor by anyone else, without our prior written consent. 13. These conditions of sale shall be governed by the laws of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts (excluding the laws applicable to conflicts or choice of law). The buyer/ bidder agrees that any suit for the enforcement of this agreement may be brought, and any action against Skinner in connection with the transactions contemplated by this agreement shall be brought, in the courts of the Commonwealth of Massachusetts or any federal court sitting therein. The bidder/buyer consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of such courts and waives objections that it may now or hereafter have to the venue of any such suit. Revised January 8,

50 Ullage (Level of Wine) Illustration and Interpretations For Bordeaux, Port, and other shouldered bottles n. ullage is into neck bn. bottom neck vts. very top shoulder ts. top shoulder; usual level for Bordeaux older than 15 yrs hs. high shoulder; usual cork reduction, often found in Bordeaux over 20 yrs, low risk ms. mid shoulder; variation likely as indicates cork deterioration lms. low mid shoulder; some risks, reflected in estimates s. shoulder; risky, reflected in estimates into neck bottom neck very top shoulder top shoulder high shoulder mid shoulder low mid shoulder shoulder Ullage of wines of vintages fifteen years and younger may be assumed to be of bottom neck or better unless otherwise noted. Similarly, regarding older vintages, lack of notation indicates acceptable and appropriate ullage, clear label and sound cork; potential bidders must be prepared for reasonable variations in ullage in all vintages older than 20 years. Bidders with specific condition questions should contact the Fine Wines department. Conditions generally not noted on group lots. Bordeaux wines are cataloged referencing the 1855 classification. Chateau Petrus cataloging reflects the practice of granting it 1er Cru Classe and other notable Pomerol Chateaux are designated Cru Classe. All Bordeaux wines may assume to be chateau bottled unless otherwise stated. It is standard practice for Skinner/Lower Falls Wine Co. to open all original wooden cases (owc) for visual inspection. The opening of banded cases will be determined on an individual basis. For Burgundy, German wines, and all other more gradually slope-shouldered bottles, the ullage measurement is taken in centimeters from cork base, e.g. 3cm, 5cm, 7cm. Bottle Sizes bottle (750 ml) jeroboam (4xbt); Burgundy, Champagne demi bottle (demi) magnum (2xbt) jeroboam (6xbt); Bordeaux split (1/4 bottle) Champagne marie jeanne (3xbt) imperiale (8xbt); Bordeaux double magnum (4xbt) methuselah (8xbt); Burgundy Buyers Caution: Levels are as when cataloged; ullage may change due to cork deterioration; other bottle conditions may occur during storage and shipment. Risk of ullage variation and cork deterioration and/or failure is assumed by the buyer at time of sale and no sale cancellations, price negotiations, or bottle substitutions will be undertaken by either Skinner or Lower Falls Wine Co. Similarly, no substitutions will be made due to inaccurate descriptions. Flights of Lots: Are of the same type, vintage and bottle count and follow one after another numerically, though ullage and bottle conditions may vary. The auctioneer may exercise discretion to offer, in consecutive lot order and at that same price, the following lots in the flight to the first successful bidder of that flight. Subsequently, those lots not purchased will be offered anew and so on. Absentee bids placed on any lot in a flight will be applied to the next lot in the flight (if unsuccessful), until the flight concludes. Environmental Note: It has only been in the last years that the wine industry has moved away from using lead capsules to cover the cork and neck of a bottle. When opening an older wine, if you do have a lead capsule, give consideration as to how you dispose of it. 48

51 Collection of Goods Your Wines, Spirits, and Ales Lower Falls Wine Co. will endeavor to release your goods to you as quickly as possible. The inherent nature of fine wine, spirits, ales particularly aged bottles requires that due care be taken in storage and transport. We request your partnership in making sure no harm arises during storage, collection, or transport. We may offer suggestions as to the best course of action to safeguard your purchase. When using an outside shipper or if someone other than the invoiced party collects your purchases, Lower Falls Wine Co. must have the appropriate signed Authorized Release Form. Pick-up Collection is available by prior arrangement only at: Lower Falls Wine Co Washington Street (Rt. 16) Newton Lower Falls, MA Please schedule your pick-up by contacting Lower Falls Wine Co. ( , a minimum of 72 hours in advance. Full payment of all applicable charges must be received prior to the release of any goods. Goods will only be released to those over 21 years of age. Proof of age will be required. Transportation All bidders should make themselves aware of the limitations and restrictions imposed by various states with regard to the importation of alcoholic beverages which have been purchased at auction and transported into any jurisdiction. All buyers have the sole responsibility to research, understand, and comply with all permit or license requirements before collection or transport of purchases occurs. Wines, Spirits, and Ales must be collected by the purchaser or their designated shipper licensed to transport alcoholic beverages. Please refer to the Third-Party section below. Neither Skinner Inc. nor Lower Falls Wine Co. is responsible for obtaining any permits or licenses on behalf of any bidder. Bidders are strongly urged to understand the individual state statutes with regard to importation prior to participation in any auction to insure compliance with said statutes. Local Delivery Lower Falls Wine Co. will deliver inside Route 495 for a fee. Deliveries are made Monday through Friday during normal business hours. Delivery will usually occur within one week of your request. All fees associated with delivery must be paid in advance of delivery. Lower Falls Wine Co. reserves the right to (re) package items if deemed necessary for a nominal fee. Goods will only be delivered to, and must be signed for by, someone over 21 years of age. Please contact Lower Falls Wine Co. for more information. For non-local delivery please refer to the third-party section below. Third-Party Delivery For third-party shipments, Skinner and Lower Falls Wine Co. advise you to consider: Manhattan Wine Company, : a New York transportation and storage service provider for large and small purchases. Wine may be collected and shipped via transport or common carriers nationally. Spirits may be delivered locally in the tri-state area. Express Air Freight, , : A national and international freight forwarder that provides services to ship wine and spirits nationally and internationally. For any third-party shipments, an Authorized Release Form must be signed and submitted to Lower Falls Wine Co. prior to pick-up. Massachusetts law prohibits the shipment of alcohol out of state by common carriers (FedEX, UPS, etc.). Storage Complimentary storage of any purchases will not exceed 45 days past the auction date. After that time, all uncollected lots will be charged $100 per month (or fraction thereof). Purchases in excess of ten lots will be subject to a fee of $250 per month (minimum). Lower Falls Wine Co. will not be liable for wines 14 days after auction date. For long-term storage please contact International Wine Vault: , IWV makes regular pick-ups from Lower Falls Wine Co. All inquires with regard to collection or delivery should be addressed to Lower Falls Wine Co. at

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53 Absentee Bid Form Sale Title Sale Date Absentee Bid or Phone Bid Customer # Name (Please Print) Business Name Address check if change in address City State Zip Code Phone # Alternate # I wish to place the following bids in the sale listed above. I understand that Skinner, Inc. will execute bids as a convenience, and will not be held responsible for any errors or failure to execute bids. I understand that my bids are executed and accepted as per Conditions of Sale as printed in the catalog of this sale. Signature (Required) Date Lot # Description Bid Price Bid confirmation via ? YES NO FOR OFFICE USE Marlborough Boston Phone Fax Mail Person Employee: 63 Park Plaza Boston, MA Fax Cedar Hill Street Marlborough, MA Fax

54 Board of Directors Departments Chairman of the Board Stephen L. Fletcher Richard Albright John Deighton Karen M. Keane Andrew Payne Executive Management President/Chief Executive Officer Karen M. Keane Chief Financial Officer Don Kelly Executive Vice President Stephen L. Fletcher Managing Director Marie Keep Senior Vice Presidents Marie Keep Kerry Shrives Stuart G. Slavid Vice Presidents Victoria Bratberg Eric Jones Gloria Lieberman Carol McCaffrey Jane D. Prentiss Robin S.R. Starr Regional Directors Western Massachusetts: George Thomas Lewis New York: Katie Banser-Whittle Florida: April L. Matteini, G.G Maine: Bruce Buxton th Century Design Jane D. Prentiss American & European Paintings & Prints Robin S.R. Starr Elizabeth C. Haff Michelle Lamunière Kathleen M. Leland American Furniture & Decorative Arts Stephen L. Fletcher Chris Barber Christopher D. Fox American Indian & Ethnographic Art Douglas Deihl Antique Motor Vehicles Jane D. Prentiss Asian Works of Art Judith Dowling Helen Eagles Suhyung Kim Books & Manuscripts Devon Eastland Ceramics Stuart G. Slavid Clocks, Watches & Scientific Instruments Robert C. Cheney Jonathan Dowling Paul Dumanowski Discovery Auctions Carly Babione Kyle Johnson Melanie Trottier-Mitcheson European Furniture & Decorative Arts Stuart G. Slavid Stephanie Opolski Gwendolyn L. Smith Historic Arms & Militaria Joel Bohy Jewelry Victoria Bratberg John Colasacco Kaitlin Shinnick Judaica Kerry Shrives Musical Instruments Adam Tober Oriental Rugs & Carpets Lawrence Kearney Photographs Michelle Lamunière Silver Stuart G. Slavid Wine, Whisky & Ale Marie Keep Joseph Hyman Anna Ward

55 Auction Services Consignments Appraisal & Auction Services LaGina Austin Christine E. Finn Katie Fitzgerald Rachel Kingsley Samantha Minshull Consignment Services Patricia Walker King Tara Lima Carol Zeigler Customer Relations/Human Resources Carol McCaffrey Accounting Denise Johnson William Madden Kevin Rota Marketing, Media & Communications Marketing Linsey MacDougall Jenna Nastri Jessica Pratas Catalog Sales Linsey MacDougall Advertising/Production Pamela Van de Houten Jeffrey R. Antkowiak Stanley P. Bystrowski John Cornelius Kristina M. Harrison Kathleen Jones Cheryl Richards Photography Skinner Online Kerry Shrives Daniel Bar Judie Ochsner Lizz Webber Absentee & Telephone Bidding Boston: Marlborough: Discovery: Exhibitions & Property Boston: Laura V. Sweeney Sarah L. Collins Julia M. Dry Benjamin Evans Receptionist Emily Gerling Marlborough: Warehouse Frederic Trottier Samatha Heighton Receptionist Lindsay White Transportation Eric Jones Auctioneers Chris Barber, John Colasacco, Stephen L. Fletcher, Karen M. Keane, Marie Keep, Kerry Shrives, Stuart G. Slavid, Robin S.R. Starr, Laura V. Sweeney 63 Park Plaza Boston, MA Fax Cedar Hill Street Marlborough, MA Fax Miracle Mile, Suite 220 Coral Gables, FL Fax Madison Avenue, #1418 New York, NY Fax

56 Discover the Value of Your Collection April Matteini, Southeastern United States Katie Banser-Whittle, New York/Tri-State Area George Lewis, Western Massachusetts Helen Frankenthaler (American, ), Eve, 1995, color screenprint, sold for $9,840 Skinner s regional offices provide trusted, professional services and direct access to Skinner s global marketplace for fine and decorative art and furniture, jewelry, wine, modern design, musical instruments, and more. Streamlined coordination with the Massachusetts team makes the auction process convenient for private individuals, institutions, and estates. Contact your local representative to schedule an evaluation today. We are proud of our sponsorships and collaborations within these regions, including the Coral Gables Museum, Norton Museum of Art, The Jewish Museum of Florida, Palm Beach County Estate Planning Council, Southeast Museum Association, and the Estate Planning Council of Westchester County. For a calendar of local events, please visit

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