As the year of the Snake dawns, we invite you to join us for an extraordinary start to 2025. Our first live wine auction of the year is not just a celebration of fine vintages but also a tribute to the Lunar New Year’s themes of renewal and prosperity. With treasures from New Zealand to Bordeaux, fortified wines, and rare spirits, this event promises to ignite the passion of collectors and wine lovers alike.
New Zealand continues to shine on the global stage, offering a stunning array of Cabernet blends and Pinot Noirs. Hawkes Bay dazzles with the legendary Te Mata Coleraine, featuring vintages from 1989 to 2020, while Waiheke Island’s Stonyridge Larose showcases its full-bodied brilliance with vintages spanning 2014 to 2020. Pinot Noir connoisseurs will appreciate selections like Rippon Mature Vine Pinot Noir from Wanaka and the striking Prophet’s Rock Retrospect Pinot Noir Vertical (2013–2018). For Syrah lovers, don’t miss Trinity Hill Homage 2018 from Gimblett Gravels and the expressive Te Mata Bullnose 2021.
Australia’s wine heritage comes alive with legendary bottles like Penfolds Bin 707 1998, the Grange Bin 95 1999, and the Clarendon Hills Astralis Shiraz 2010. Victoria’s Mount Mary Quintet 2002 and Margaret River’s Moss Wood 2005 also feature prominently, offering collectors a taste of excellence from diverse regions. Riesling fans will savour Eden Valley’s Orlando Steingarten 1997, while Semillon enthusiasts can indulge in Hunter Valley’s Tyrrell’s Vat 1 2003.
This auction also brings the New World to the forefront with Argentina’s revered Catena Zapata Adrianna Vineyard Chardonnays and Malbecs from the celebrated Nicasia Vineyard. From Napa, don’t miss Dominus Estate Othello 2020 and a rare 1987 Opus One. These selections demonstrate the innovation and artistry shaping modern winemaking.
Germany’s Riesling mastery shines with a standout Egon Müller Scharzhofberger Kabinett 2022 from the Mosel. Also featured are Dönnhoff’s celebrated Auslese Goldkapsel vintages, offering lush sweetness and impeccable balance.
Italy’s crown jewel, Barolo, takes center stage with exceptional offerings from producers like Elvio Cogno, Francesco Rinaldi, and Massolino. Highlights include Gaja Sori San Lorenzo 1999 and Tenuta San Guido Sassicaia 2017, showcasing the elegance of Piedmont and Tuscany.
Spain’s finest awaits, with Rioja’s La Rioja Alta Gran Reserva 890 2010 and Priorat’s Alvaro Palacios Les Terrasses 2012 promising complexity and depth. Toro’s Bodega Numanthia 2003 is another must-have for collectors.
From Bordeaux’s legendary Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1945 to Burgundy’s iconic Domaine Comte Georges de Vogue, France’s offerings are a testament to timeless artistry. Champagne enthusiasts will adore Dom Perignon 1996, while Sauternes fans can savour the ethereal sweetness of Chateau d’Yquem 2001.
This auction features an exceptional lineup of fortified wines, including a 1953 Amandio’s Old Tawny Port and 1977 Graham’s Vintage Port. The spirits category stars the ultra-rare Rouyer Guillet Angel Blend Cognac, perfect for those with a taste for history and luxury.
Mark your calendars for this outstanding line up with our usual friendly auction experience. Whether you’re celebrating the Lunar New Year or adding to your collection, this event promises unmatched opportunities to secure wines and spirits that embody excellence.
As with buying any second-hand goods there can be risk. This risk can be mitigated through reviewing our provenance notes, widely available vintage reports and critic reviews and imposing realistic expectations. The reward however, of a fine wine at its absolute peak of maturity, offering its full range of primary, secondary and tertiary flavours should be significant enough for most to negate the occasional disappointment.
So, if the risk-reward scales are deemed favourable, we have a lovely selection of wines at various stages of maturity available in our current auction. Happy browsing and please bid responsibly.
Here’s to an exciting 2025, filled with prosperity, passion, and exceptional wine!
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