Bidding Now Open on World's Highest Value Wine Auction of 2021 to Date at Hart Davis Hart

Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. is excited to announce its magnificent September Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines to be held on Thursday, September 23rd and Friday, September 24th beginning at 9:00am ET both days. Online bidding opens this morning for this record-breaking sale; featuring 3,008 lots and valued at an estimated $9.9-14.8 million, this comes to market as the highest value wine auction of 2021 worldwide to date. Each one of the very special collections compliments the next, and provides HDH the opportunity to showcase wines of incredible diversity and provenance. Bidders can utilize HDH’s industry-leading bidding platform, available via their mobile app or online, to place live and absentee bids.

This is truly a momentous auction, one of significance that is impossible to overstate. The Financier's Collection (lots 1656-1803) boasts over 140 lots of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and with incredible depth of selection, this offering is valued at a staggering $2.3-3.5 million. These lots were purchased on release from a well-reputed retailer in the Upper Midwest and did not leave that retailer's perfect temperature- and humidity-controlled storage facility until dedicated shipment for this sale. Without regard for price and with a singular focus on quality, these were compiled as a part of a larger collection, and HDH is honored to bring them to market.

The Hardy P. Graham Sr. Collection (lots 372-714) is one that HDH has had the privilege of representing before, and we are thrilled to offer these lots on behalf of a long-time friend. Featuring a rich cache of Burgundy, sourced directly through his investment in Le Serbet and friendship with the late Becky Wasserman, this collection is the result of many years spent conscientiously procuring some of the greatest vintages from the best producers of the region. Names like JF Mugnier, Michel Lafarge, and Comte Georges de Vogüé shine next to Bordeaux from the top vintages of the 20th century, as well as glowing wines of the Rhône Valley and Madeiras dating back to the 1820s.

Ever on the lookout for a celebration, HDH is delighted to offer bidders the chance to compete for lots from The Cellar of an Effervescent Collector (lots 1924-2146). Built by a diligent collector who generously enjoyed starting meals with a special bottle of Dom Pérignon, this is a must-see collection of effervescence as well as diversity and impeccable provenance. Stunning examples of the legendary Champagne find themselves sharing the spotlight with a vast selection of top-tier Bordeaux, multiple vintages of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and some of the great pillars of Californian winemaking: Colgin and Joseph Phelps.

Continuing with what was an incredibly compelling selection this past spring, bidders can get excited once again for Further Offerings from The Gladwine Cellar (lots 225-371). This collection features a spectacular depth of Bordeaux from the 1995 and 1996 vintages, alongside multiple lots of Harlan, Joseph Phelps Insignia, and Diamond Creek. Each bottle was meticulously sourced and perfectly stored; bidders should browse and place their bids with the utmost confidence.

Highlights from these collections and others are below, and bidders are encouraged to peruse the sale to find more treasures. Place your bids quickly, and join Hart Davis Hart for this exceptional auction taking place September 23rd and 24th at 9:00am ET both days. HDH invites connoisseurs, collectors, and investors to join them online via their mobile app or auction website to bid on these phenomenal wines.

Questions about the bidding process or specific lots can be directed to HDH’s Bid Department at bids@hdhwine.com or 312.445.0100.

Further Offerings from The Gladwyne Cellar

Lot 225: 1959 Château Haut-Brion (1 b) (est. $2,000-3,000)

Lot 273: 1995 Château Pétrus (12 bs) (est. $19,000-28,000)

Lot 338: 1996 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Château Rayas (2 bs) (est. $1,500-2,200)

Lot 347: 1994 Harlan Estate Red Wine (3 bs) (est. $3,500-5,500)

Lots 350-352: 1994 Joseph Phelps Vineyards Red Wine, Insignia (12 bs) (est. $2,200-3,200 each)

The Hardy P. Graham Sr. Collection

Lot 372: 1947 Château Cheval Blanc (1 b) (est. $9,500-14,000)

Lot 451: 2010 Romanée-St-Vivant, Sylvain Cathiard (6 bs) (est. $9,000-14,000)

Lot 636: 2005 La Romanée, Comte Liger-Belair (2 bs) (est. $10,000-15,000)

Lot 666: 1990 Hermitage, Jean-Louis Chave (6 bs) (est. $7,000-10,000)

Lot 699: 1827 Bual Madeira, Quinta do Serrado (1 b) (est. $3,000-4,500)

The Financier's Collection

Lots 1656-1674: Romanée-Conti, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Lots 1675-1701: La Tâche, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Lots 1702-1722: Richebourg, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Lots 1723-1745: Echézeaux, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Lots 1746-1784: Grands-Echézeaux, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Lots 1785-1786: Vosne-Romanée, Cuvée Duvault-Blochet, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

Lots 1787-1796: Montrachet, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti

The Cellar of an Effervescent Collector

Lot 1929: 1989 Château Haut-Brion (6 mags) (est. $28,000-42,000)

Lot 1992: 2011 Romanée-Conti, Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (3 bs) (est. $38,000-55,000)

Lot 2044: 1992 Dom Pérignon Rosé, Oenothèque (2007 disgorgement) (6 bs) (est. $3,000-4,500)

Lot 2047: 2002 Krug, Clos du Mesnil (6 bs) (est. $4,800-7,500)

Lot 2057: 2012 Colgin Cabernet Sauvignon, Tychson Hill Vineyard (6 bs) (est. $2,400-3,500)

Additional Sale Highlights

Lot 31: 1945 Château Mouton Rothschild (2 bs) (est. $18,000-28,000)

Lot 53: 2006 Richebourg, Domaine Leroy (11 bs) (est. $38,000-55,000)

Lot 194: 2010 Gevrey-Chambertin, Clos St-Jacques, Armand Rousseau (8 bs) (est. $12,000-18,000)

Lot 1373: 1985 Sassicaia, Tenuta San Guido (5 bs) (est. $8,500-13,000)

Lot 2295: 2005 Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon (1 mag) (est. $4,500-6,500)

Bidding Information
Absentee and live bidding can be executed online at auction.hdhwine.com or the HDH mobile app. We also accept absentee bids via email at bids@hdhwine.com. For questions, please visit our Support Portal or contact our bidding department at 312.445.0100.

About Hart Davis Hart Wine Co.
Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. is the #1 wine auction house in the U.S. and a leading online retailer, occupying a unique position in the rare wine market. HDH provides unrivaled expertise and personalized service to collectors and the wine trade, offering a broad range of options for buying and selling wine. The company was founded in October 2004 by our team of the most experienced professionals in the wine industry and quickly became a trusted source for rare wine. Today, HDH is helmed by Paul Hart (Chairman & CEO), and Ben Nelson (President). Paul began his career at Christie’s Wine Department and held executive positions at Davis & Company and Sotheby’s. As part of their commitment to superior service, Hart Davis Hart spearheaded the development of their online bidding platform, which is the most sophisticated system of its kind. Released in March of 2015, the mobile app and auction website allow users to place absentee and live bids from anywhere. Hart Davis Hart’s dedication to innovation has made the firm the industry leader in terms of technology, service, and expertise.