Rare wines, champagne for sale
An impressive collection of fine wines is up for auction by Strauss & Co., with online bidding closing on Monday 9 September.Wine connoisseurs and collectors alike can look forward to a remarkable selection of mature and age-worthy South African, French and US fine wines, with a special focus on the hallowed regions of Burgundy and Champagne.
Burgundy and Champagne wines, often known for their limited production and high demand, are rarely traded when mature, particularly in the local market.
Burgundy, a region steeped in history with vineyards tracing their origins back to medieval times, boasts expressions of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir that have gained worldwide recognition as the epitome of quality and elegance.
The Burgundy list in this auction is nothing short of star-studded, featuring rare vintage cuvées from renowned producers like Armand Rousseau, Domaine Dujac, JF Mugnier, Comte de Vogue, Fourrier and Romanée-Conti.
The Champagne region, with its rich centuries-old history and long-aging wines, is highlighted by the Grandes Marques including Bollinger, Dom Perignon, Louis Roederer, Salon and Veuve Clicquot.
The South African offering features rare vintages from the top, often boutique, producers Hemel-en-Aarde, recognised as one of South Africa's most exciting wine regions, will be in the spotlight with fine, restrained, classically styled Pinot Noir and Chardonnay selections.
The list features esteemed wineries such as Crystallum, Hamilton Russell Vineyards, Newton Johnson, Restless River and Storm.
The selection of Cap Classique features the big names of Graham Beck, Le Lude and Silverthorn.
Additional finds feature wines from a private seller. This selection is an eclectic offering from California with highlights including Opus One, Harlan Estate, Ridge Monte Bello and Pride Mountain Vineyards.
The auction is split into four sessions: Cap Classique and Champagne; Burgundy – White; Burgundy – Red; and finally, Additional finds
The September Online auction closes on Monday, 09 September from 18:00 at one-minute intervals.
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