Sotheby’s introduces ‘Instant’ fine wine cellars
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In the US, these cellar ‘starter packs’ range from a simple introductory cellar costing US$5,000 to a collection costing US$25,000, with two further options in-between; while only two options are, currently, available in Hong Kong.
The number of wines, choice and average bottle price changes from cellar to cellar and includes a consultation with a specialist in order to arrive at a final selection that suits the tastes of the individual.
The selection of wines available also differs slightly between the US and Hong Kong but covers all the basics of French, Italian, Australian and US fine wine
All of the cellars, once chosen, can be delivered to select US cities or within the Hong Kong SAR in 24 hours.
The options available in the US include:
- Cellar 1 – ‘Introductory’: 50 bottles of wine with an average price of $115; the customer chooses 25 wines, two bottles of each. $5,000
- Cellar 2 – ‘Intermediate’: 72 bottles of wine with an average price of $150; choose 36 wines, two bottles of each. $10,000
- Cellar 3 – ‘Enjoyment’: 165 bottles of wine with an average price of $165; choose 55 wines, three bottles of each. $25,000
- Cellar 4 – ‘Investment’: 90 bottles of wine with an average price of $300; choose 15 wines, six bottles of each. $25,000
The full list of wines for each cellar will be added to a following page but include:
- Cellar 1 – 2004 Dom Ruinart; Bernard-Bonin 2015 Meursault Vieilles Vignes; 2009 Branaire-Ducru; 1996 Calon-Ségur; 2005 Langoa Barton; 2009 Montrose; 2014 Denis Bachelet Gevrey Chambertin Vieilles Vignes; 2013 Aldo Conterno Barolo Bussia; 2013 Ulysses
- Cellar 2 adds – 2008 Louis Roederer; 2010 Climens; 2013 Pavillon Blanc; 2014 Bonneau du Martray Corton Charlemagne; 2011 Comtes Lafon, Volnay; 2006 Forts de Latour; 2013 Ornellaia; 2013 Claude Dugat, Gevrey Chambertin
- Cellar 3 adds – 2009 Dom Peerignon (Tokujin Yoshioka edition); 2002 Pol Roger Winston Churchill; 2013 Aile d’Argent; 2015 Domaine Leflaive, Puligny Montrachet Clavoillon 1er Cru; 2009 Hosanna; 2001 Léoville Las Cases; 2005 Vieux Château Certan; 2005 Montrose; 2007 Prieuré-Roch, Nuits Saint Georges Clos des Corvees; 2011 Solaia and 2013 Araujo.
- Cellar 4 – 2012 Angélus; 2009 Pontet Canet; 2014 Geroges Roumier, Chambolle Musigny; 2009 Pavillon Rouge; 2008 La Mission Haut-Brion; 2015 Robert Groffier, Chambolle Musigny Les Hauts-Doix 1er cru.
Questions & Answers
Q.What is the typical price range for these fine wine cellars in the US?
What is the typical price range for these fine wine cellars in the US?
In the US, the cellar starter packs range from an introductory cost of US$5,000 to a more extensive collection priced at US$25,000. There are also two options available at prices between these two figures.
Q.How quickly can a chosen cellar be delivered to a customer?
How quickly can a chosen cellar be delivered to a customer?
Once a cellar is chosen, it can be delivered within 24 hours. This service is available to select US cities and addresses within the Hong Kong SAR, ensuring prompt receipt.
Q.What types of wine regions are generally included in these cellars?
What types of wine regions are generally included in these cellars?
The selection of wines covers a broad range of regions, including French, Italian, Australian, and US fine wines. The specific selection differs slightly between the US and Hong Kong offerings.
Q.What is the key difference between the Cellar 3 'Enjoyment' and Cellar 4 'Investment' options, both costing $25,000?
What is the key difference between the Cellar 3 'Enjoyment' and Cellar 4 'Investment' options, both costing $25,000?
Cellar 3 offers 165 bottles, with customers choosing 55 wines (three bottles of each) at an average price of $165. Cellar 4 contains 90 bottles, allowing selection of 15 wines (six bottles of each) at a higher average price of $300.
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