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| Calvet St. Julien - 1967 | 11/21/2009 |
Q: Upon my graduation from college, a friend gifted me with a 1967 Calvet St. Julien with expectation ...
A: I'm sorry but I think you are right to think there is no possibility of this negotiant (merchant) ...
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| value of a bottle of wine | 11/21/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Maillard Bordeaux 1977. The printing at the top of the bottle is as ...
A: This is a minor property in Graves that produces both red and white wines so I can't give you any ...
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| Wines from the 1980s | 11/21/2009 |
Q: Greetings, I came across several bottles of reds from France. I would like to know what they are ...
A: I don't think you'd find it easy to research prices for these wines as they are all much too old to ...
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| Looking to sell 2 bottles of port | 11/21/2009 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of port I'm looking to sell and need some advice. The first one is Taylors 10 years ...
A: The replacement cost of these would be around £15/20 for the 10-YO and £25/30 for the 20-YO (plus ...
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| Value of RED SPARK | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle (see image) of RED SPARK Burgundy Bottled August 1925 though top says 1923. It also ...
A: This is an extraordinarily rare bottle - to say the least - but that's not to say it has any value ...
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| Petrus | 11/20/2009 |
Q: I have a cellar with over 300 good wines, if not very good. Nine (9) of these bottles are Petrus: ...
A: This is a lovely and very valuable list but not an easy one to value for sale in Canada as you would ...
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| Chateau la Tour 1973 | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Mr. Ling, I recently received a gift of 1973 "Grand Vin Chateau La Tour Medoc St. Bonnet Cru ...
A: I always hate questions about presents when 'looking gift horses in the mouth' comes to mind as a UK ...
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| Dow's 1977 Silver Jubilee Vintage Port | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Dow's 1977 Silver Jubilee Vintage Port - I see that Justerini's are lsisting it at about £45 a ...
A: I'm a Dow fan so this offer looks attractive if you were to buy the case they offer and leave it in ...
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| Camus cognac “la grande marque” celebration | 11/19/2009 |
Q: Im wondering if you could possibly help me. Ive inherited the attached bottle from my late ...
A: The only listing of Camus Celebration I can find is this miniature at The Whisky Exchange: ...
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| Info. about moet & chandon | 11/18/2009 |
Q: I have a magnum moet & chandon champagne bottle; which is over 20 years old. How do you tell how old ...
A: I'm afraid it isn't possible to date non-vintage Champagne without access to the private bottle ...
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| port and madeira | 11/17/2009 |
Q: i have the following old port and madeira and would like to know if they are collectable or ...
A: I think you should dismiss the St-Emilion as it is now far too old and is from a poor vintage - but ...
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| 1811 bisqiut dubouche cognac | 11/17/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle 1811 bisquit dubouche in perf. cond.what is it worth. looking for a buyer. pic aval
A: I'm sorry but are you sure this is a vintage Cognac from 1811 - which would be worth several ...
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| Value of wine | 11/17/2009 |
Q: I found a bottle of BURATI VALPOLICELLA Classico Italian Red WIne-Vintage 1977 - A MONSIEUR HENRI ...
A: I'm afraid Valpolicella is intended for drinking young, even when it comes from one of the top ...
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| 1882 verhelho madeira | 11/16/2009 |
Q: I have 6 bottles in excellent condition with all seals fully intact, i cant find any info on this ...
A: I think you could hope for at least £300 per for these after commission but I you should seek a ...
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| 1966 dry monopole reserved for england gold top | 11/13/2009 |
Q: could you please tell me if there is any value to this thanks dawn
A: Heidsieck Dry Monopole is a reputable Champagne but it's not a brand that commands the highest ...
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| Greek wine/brandy | 11/13/2009 |
Q: Ive found a bottle in the back of my closet with Metaxa ALITE SUPERIEUR labeled on top. It also has ...
A: This is sweetened brandy but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell so it has no value in those ...
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| updated question: 1995 Chateau Roc de Minvielle | 11/13/2009 |
Q: My originalI have a 1995 Chateau Roc de Minvielle Bordeaux and was wondering if it is still ...
A: I'm afraid this is now too old to be easy to sell as whites from this district are made for drinking ...
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| BORDEAUX WINE | 11/11/2009 |
Q: I have an old bottle of Bordeaux wine I believe could be from world war 1. It is in a very dark ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't think there's any possibility of any non-vintage 'Bordeaux Superieur' of such ...
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| gaston briand cognanc | 11/9/2009 |
Q: here in the states its almost impossible to find gaston Briand cognac especially the paridise. Once ...
A: I can't confirm or deny the difference you mention but I assume Maison Briand in Étangeville, 16710 ...
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| gaston briand cognanc | 11/9/2009 |
Q: here in the states its almost impossible to find gaston Briand cognac especially the paridise. Once ...
A: You probably know more than me about availability of fine Cognacs in the US but these may help for ...
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| 1961 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild | 11/8/2009 |
Q: A distant relative and well known wine enthusiast died recently his family gave away bottles from ...
A: This is a famous wine that deserves professional appraisal regarding its condition. I.E. level, ...
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| Port, Don Pablo 1982 | 11/8/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Don Pablo late bottled vintage 1982 port, produced and bottled by C. Da Silva ...
A: As LBVs have already had 4 years of ageing in wood before bottling, this may now be past its peak ...
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| Pieroth South African 2009 Cab. Sav. | 11/7/2009 |
Q: I had the pleasure of receiving a bottle and would like to find out where I could purchase more of ...
A: I'm glad you enjoyed this but I'm afraid you'll only be able to buy more - by the case, or possibly ...
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| wine valuation | 11/7/2009 |
Q: My family and I have recently purchased a new (old!) house and in the cellar are some interesting ...
A: I'm sorry but these are all now too old to have retained any value they may have had - and none was ...
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| Cognac Marcel Maurin | 11/6/2009 |
Q: Distributed by Geeting and Fromm, Chicago, IL and imported by Great Lakes Wine Co, Chicago, IL. ...
A: You could ask Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) if they'd be willing to appraise this as a ...
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| Cognac Marcel Maurin | 11/6/2009 |
Q: Distributed by Geeting and Fromm, Chicago, IL and imported by Great Lakes Wine Co, Chicago, IL. ...
A: Cognacs last virtually for ever - or at least for as long as the stopper remains sound and prevents ...
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| Bolla Valpolicella 1986 | 11/4/2009 |
Q: We found this bottle in our house, and was just curious about the history and value.
A: The description of Valpolicella at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Valpolicella may help. I can add ...
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| 1985 Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial | 11/3/2009 |
Q: Good Morning David I hope you are well. I have a bottle of 1985 Vintage Moet %26 Chandon Brut ...
A: I'm afraid this is too old now to be easy to value as it has long-gone from merchants' shelves so I ...
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| 1975 Offley colheito port | 11/1/2009 |
Q: I have a few bottles of Offley Port Baron de Forrester "1975" colheito. Black Label. I received ...
A: Offley have a better reputation for their Colheitas, or aged Tawnies from a single vintage, than for ...
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| Martell Cordon Bleu Brandy | 10/31/2009 |
Q: I have a numbered (168253) "Limited Reserve" bottle of this brandy which was purchased in France by ...
A: This is Martell's flagship brand, currently retailing in the UK at around the £80 mark, but I don't ...
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| Torres Coronas | 10/31/2009 |
Q: In 1989, I was given a bottle of Torres Coronas 1985 as a wedding gift. "Produced & bottled by ...
A: This is a reliable low-budget wine intended for drinking on release or within a few years of it so ...
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| 1966 Phillip De Rothchild | 10/31/2009 |
Q: We are trying to find out information about a bottle of Champagne. The Champagne in question is a ...
A: I think you are right to think this is probably not good after so long and I don't think your friend ...
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| Gaja Wine | 10/30/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Gaja Sori San Lorenzo 1995 is this still drinkable ?
A: You've nothing to worry about here as this super-star Barbaresco is probably just at its peak now ...
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| Moet et Chandon champagne vintage 1962 | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I just found a bottle of Moet et Chandon champagne vintage 1962 in my home. There is a little fading ...
A: It wouldn't be lawful for you to sell this privately so you have no realistic alternative to Wine ...
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| Moet et Chandon champagne vintage 1962 | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I just found a bottle of Moet et Chandon champagne vintage 1962 in my home. There is a little fading ...
A: You just added $500, or thereabouts, to my value estimate! I hope Wine Commune will confirm that ...
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| Niepoort 1938 Port | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Niepoort 1938 port, bottled 1943, decanted 1977, bottled and shipped by Niepoort ...
A: This is a very unusual Port as Niepoort are unique, I think, in producing 'Garrafeira' Ports - in ...
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| Moet et Chandon champagne vintage 1962 | 10/29/2009 |
Q: I just found a bottle of Moet et Chandon champagne vintage 1962 in my home. There is a little fading ...
A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell a single bottle of Champagne of this age in the US that you ...
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| Vintage 1939 Dussaillant | 10/29/2009 |
Q: but was given a bottle of vintage 1939 Dussaillant, the bottle says, chilean Haut Sauternes A light ...
A: nor of selling it I'm afraid. But the maker was one of the pioneers of the Chilean wine industy and ...
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| 1997 and 1998 are these wines still good? | 10/28/2009 |
Q: I recently found a few bottles of wine that belonged to my late father-in-law. I am not a wine ...
A: I'm afraid these are now old for what they are so I would expect both to be well past their best ...
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| wine decantors | 10/27/2009 |
Q: I got these 3 bottles of wine from my parents. The horse head is dated 1969 and the others would be ...
A: These are all tourist souvenirs that have no value to wine collectors, both because of their age and ...
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| wine from 1969 | 10/27/2009 |
Q: as a prior reader asked, i would like to purchase a bottle of wine for a friend of mine ( a brit who ...
A: As you'll know from that previous answer, 1969 is a year to avoid in France - unless you have a ...
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| taylors 1927 vintage port | 10/26/2009 |
Q: a friend of mine has recently found a bottle of vintage port in his loft.it belonged to his grandad ...
A: I'm afraid discoveries like this make me want to weep. A properly-stored bottle of Taylor '27 would ...
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| Warre's Vintage Port 1985 | 10/26/2009 |
Q: I have just found a couple of bottles of Warre's port that I bought from my college wine cellar a ...
A: I think you chose wisely as this is has developed to be one of the best '85s. With only two, I ...
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| cognac grande champagne j calvet & co 1848 | 10/25/2009 |
Q: I have inherited a bottle of Cognac Grande Champagne J Calvet & co. 1848. Might it still be good ...
A: This Cognac comes from a famous Bordeaux family negotiant (merchant) and should still be lovely as ...
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| champagne | 10/24/2009 |
Q: my dad has a bottle of dry imperial moat chandon champagne is there a value on it.
A: I can't suggest a potential value for this without knowing how long your Dad has had this or how ...
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| Sandeman 66 | 10/24/2009 |
Q: I saw you answered a question last year about selling Sandeman 66 vintage port, so wondered whether ...
A: That bottle looks fine to me as the minor staining I can see wouldn't be considered significant. I ...
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| value of a St.-Emilion wine | 10/22/2009 |
Q: We have a bottle of Cordier chateau clos des jacobins grand cru classe 1973 magnum size and was ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old for any '73 so I can't see significant value as it would be ...
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| 1983 gift set of Perrier Jouet | 10/21/2009 |
Q: Would you be able to tell me what we would be able to sell this gift set for? This is in its ...
A: I'm sorry but no merchant in the US is currently offering anything similar as far as I can see so I ...
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| valueation | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I have inherited two (full) bottles of Martell (cordon ) Boxed in a wooden casket. The bottle label ...
A: There is some interest in very old Cognacs but this is a specialist field so I'd rather not comment ...
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| Port | 10/21/2009 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Borges Porto QUINTA DO JUNCO 1977 Bottled 1987 Matured in wood Sociedade dos ...
A: I'm afraid Borges isn't in the top rank of Port producers so this is probably past its best and ...
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| 1959 Chateau Gontier Bordeaux | 10/21/2009 |
Q: my husband was given a bottle of Château Gontier 1eres Cotes de Blaye Bordeaux Superieure Vintage ...
A: This is a very minor property so my first though was that there is no possibility of this VERY old ...
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| Martell cordon bleu | 10/20/2009 |
Q: found a sealed bottle of J&F Martell Cordon Bleu CONTENTS 1/6TH.GAL.26.2/3FL.OZS boxed, bought in ...
A: Cognacs age virtually indefinitely - at least if the seal remains sound and prevents evaporation - ...
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| port and sauternes | 10/19/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of croft port. label says 1963 vintage port, produce of portugal, croft and co. ...
A: I'm sorry they aren't to your taste. I'd expect the Croft to make £75/85 at auction but the Climens ...
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| Old J Gilbey's Fine Old Tawny Port | 10/18/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of port and was wondering if you could put a value on it for me. The label is ...
A: I'm afraid there's little possibility of you being able to sell this so I can't see any value ...
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| monnet cognac | 10/17/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of old cognac. The seal is old and faded and I cannot read the numbers on it. It is ...
A: Monnet have their web site at http://monnet-cognac.com/ I'm afraid old Cognacs are difficult to ...
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| Chateau Giscours Margaux 1976 Grand Cru | 10/15/2009 |
Q: How & where do I find out about the above wine, or is it not worth the effort?
A: There's comprehensive profile of Giscours at http://www.thewinedoctor.com/bordeaux/giscours.shtml ...
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| Champagne valuation | 10/13/2009 |
Q: i have a Pol Roger limited edition Jeroboam 1988 bottle of champagne in a black coffin type wooden ...
A: I can only be 'rough' as so much depends on the condition of the bottle in terms of colour, level, ...
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| 1937 champagne | 10/13/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle from my grandparents of 1937 Celliers & Fils Champagne brut and would like to know ...
A: This was a famous vintage in Champagne so for that reason alone there is just a slight possibility ...
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| value of wine collection | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I have the following wine collection, it has been properly stored since I purchased them in 1968, I ...
A: Assuming that they are both pristine in terms of level, label and capsule, I think you could expect ...
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| Bardi Chianti 1964 | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I came across this bottle while cleaning out the den of mother-in-laws house we just moved in. It's ...
A: I'm sorry but there would be little possibility of any Chianti of this age still being drinkable as ...
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| Porto 1957 Portwine | 10/12/2009 |
Q: I would appreciate any information you could provide me concerning a bottle of portwine I have. The ...
A: This is a Colheita Port, I.E. a Tawny made from the 1937 vintage that has been aged in wood for ...
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| Old Wines etc | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have the following looking to see possiblites of values- 1945 Chateau Lafite (mis en bouteilles au ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see much value in the Creme de Cacao, sorry, as I don't think you'd find it easy ...
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| valuation | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I have inherited a 1964 bottle of Gran Condal (reserva de añada especial) from my parents. It was ...
A: I'm afraid a single bottle of Rioja this old wouldn't attract high bidding at auction so I don't ...
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| Wedding Celebration Port | 10/11/2009 |
Q: I recently won a bottle of Tawny Port made by Miranda wines in Australia.Selected to celebrate the ...
A: As Miranda's top 'Port', their Fireside, retails at around the AU$10 mark I'd say your bottle is ...
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| Wine Values | 10/10/2009 |
Q: I received a gift of 4 bottles of wine and I would like to know the approximate value. I live in ...
A: The star of this group by a distance is the La Mission at around $450/500 but I'm afraid I can't see ...
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| wine values. | 10/9/2009 |
Q: Mr Ling, My wife and I just acquired a bottle of Barton %26 Guestier's 1994 Chardonnay Vin De Pays ...
A: I'm sorry but the Vins De Pays D'oc are now very old for French country wines and would be difficult ...
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| Value of 1969 Vintage Dom Perignon Champagne | 10/9/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1969 Dom Perignon and wondered what it might be worth. The bronze, shield-shaped ...
A: I'd expect this to be catalogued at around £600/650 at auction if it is pristine in terms of colour, ...
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| value of chianti wine | 10/8/2009 |
Q: could you please tell me if a bottle of Chianti red wine vendemmia 1978 has any value. It is in a ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old for a Chianti, which is intended for drinking within about five ...
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| value of wine | 10/7/2009 |
Q: We have a 3L bottle of 1978 Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux from our wedding. It has been stored on its side ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old for a commercial negotiant (merchant) blend so the chances of it ...
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| 1982 Chevalier de Baynard | 10/5/2009 |
Q: We found three bottles of this wine in my fathers closet. Can you please tell me what they are ...
A: Chevalier de Bayard is a brand of commercial wine offered by the Pieroth party-plan sales company ...
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| Bottle of red wine - Is it drinkable & is it worth anything? | 10/5/2009 |
Q: I'm located near Leeds, West Yorkshire. I have recently acquired a bottle of 'aged' red wine. The ...
A: I'm afraid '65 wasn't a very good vintage in Bordeaux, your bottle came from a minor property ...
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| How to sell a rather big bottle of champagne | 10/4/2009 |
Q: I have a 9L bottle of Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial that I'd like to sell. Would you advise how to go ...
A: Your giant bottle - a Salmanazar in Champagne speak - might sell for around $1000/1200 on Wine ...
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| reply to your last to Lee | 10/3/2009 |
Q: The bottle it self above the label has in while letters as if done with a stencil: PORTO 1957 Then ...
A: Many Colheitas nowadays do quote both dates but it doesn't worry me that yours doesn't as all have a ...
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| vintage port | 10/3/2009 |
Q: i have two cases of dellaforce 1970 vintage port,how much would i expect to get and who would be ...
A: This excellent Port retails at around the £45 mark per, plus VAT, so it should sell easily for ...
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| Wine | 10/2/2009 |
Q: Recently found a bottle of red in a wardrobe at mothers which has apparently been there for many ...
A: I don't think there's any possibility that this will still be drinkable. It comes from a good ...
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| Champagne & Port valuation | 10/1/2009 |
Q: Good Afternoon.I am located in Warwickshire. I have a boxed bottle of 20 year old Taylors Tawny Port ...
A: The the current bottling of Taylor 20YO retails for around £25 per 750 so I'd say your litre might ...
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| marsala wine | 9/30/2009 |
Q: i recently bought a bottle of marsala wine for cooking. How long will it keep for both drinking & ...
A: As Marsala is fortified, the spirit content will help it to last much longer than a table wine - ...
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| valuation cognac | 9/29/2009 |
Q: My grandfather recently passed away. As we were clearing out the basement, I found a properly ...
A: As the Elizabeth II reference was the only clue to the age, my suggestion of a circa-1953 date can't ...
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| 1957 port | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I received a bottle of 1957 Porto Barros Colheita port as a gift many years ago. I was hoping that ...
A: Barros is well-regarded for Colheitas, that is aged Tawny Ports from a single vintage, and has a ...
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| Vintage port value | 9/29/2009 |
Q: Twenty one years ago my son was born and a relative gave him a case of Vintage port to open on his ...
A: I'm not an expert on the legal position regarding the resale of wines in Canada so you might like to ...
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| Vintage Bollinger Champagne | 9/29/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles of vintage bollinger Champagne,one is 1966 the other 1973.The foil on the 66 ...
A: I'm afraid both of these look rather too tatty for me to be able to value them with any confidence. ...
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| valuation cognac | 9/29/2009 |
Q: My grandfather recently passed away. As we were clearing out the basement, I found a properly ...
A: As Elizabeth II became queen on the death of her father, George VI, on 6 February 1952 your bottle ...
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| Chateau Batailley 1975 | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1975 Chateau Batailley Grand Cru Classe 1975. Could you tell me its approximate ...
A: This is difficult to value as it is no longer offered by any UK merchant I can find but I think a ...
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| port valuation | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Martinez vintage port 1955 (bottled 1957)shipped and bottled by Hunter & Oliver ...
A: This is a famous vintage but I'm afraid Martinez wasn't one of the stars. Nevertheless I'd expect ...
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| bollinger champagne | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of bollinger champagne dating back to at least 1976 with a no.L531901 on the neck of ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old for a non-vintage Champagne, even for one of this quality. You ...
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| Royal Oporto Wine Co. | 9/28/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle labeled "Colheita De 1944" by the Royal Oporto Wine Co. The label states "matured ...
A: This is available in NY and CA at prices ranging from $160 to $210, plus shipping, so I'd expect ...
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| Wines found | 9/27/2009 |
Q: While looking through my Nans collection of wines I have found two bottles that look interesting. ...
A: This is a difficult one because I think the value to collectors of WWll and horse-racing memorabilia ...
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| Hoopers Rare Port | 9/26/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Hoopers Rare Port that was given to me by a relative. It is wrapped in a wicker ...
A: Hoopers is now part of the Royal Oporto group and isn't a top name nowadays so I wouldn't expect ...
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| Mouton Cadet | 9/22/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1971 Chateau Mouton Rothschild Ci #25065. The label reads Gouach inedite de ...
A: Please check this bottle because I don't think this Q is about Mouton Cadet at all as you have ...
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| 1988 | 9/22/2009 |
Q: i have a 1988 vintage moet & chandon champagne in a Alphonse Mucha tin and was wondering if it is ...
A: This was an outstanding vintage in Champagne so I'm sure this is worth something but I wouldn't want ...
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| 2x bottes of vintage port | 9/20/2009 |
Q: bottled in Oporto in 1972 by Taylor Fladgate & Yeatman & another Fortnum & Mason port,Quinta do ...
A: Your superb Taylor could be replaced for about £75/80 - plus VAT and delivery - which infers an ...
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| VP Sherry (bottles) | 9/19/2009 |
Q: We are clearing out our loft and have found a couple of old VP sherry bottles (no contents!), ...
A: I can't think of any way you could sell these so I suggest the best place to take them would be your ...
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| Chateau Crusquet Sabourin | 9/19/2009 |
Q: On a visit to France, I was presented with a bottle of wine in January 2007. When it was given to me ...
A: CRUSQUET-Sabourin is a fairly typical Cotes de Blayes - that is a somewhat rustic blend of Merlot ...
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| a few old bottles of wine that i have | 9/18/2009 |
Q: was just wondering about a few old bottles of wine i have that my father bought back in the early to ...
A: The Spanish wines would have been good examples of the good-quality Spanish table wines that many ...
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| Red Bordeaux | 9/18/2009 |
Q: I have a magnum of Chateau Haut Marbuzet 1972 Henri du bosq is it still drinkable and if it is is it ...
A: I'm sorry but '72 was a poor vintage and there's little possibility of this being pleasant to drink ...
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| Value of 3 Chateau Meyney | 9/15/2009 |
Q: I live in Atlanta, Ga and need to know the value of Chateau Meyney 1989, 1990 and 1994
A: You don't say if you're looking to buy, sell or insure, or how many, but you are probably looking at ...
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| follow up | 9/13/2009 |
Q: David, thanks for your prompt reply, since sending you the email i did a little research and came ...
A: I've answered this already; has your email system diverted my reply to your junk folder? Anyway, to ...
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| missing image | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired a small collection of spirits + 1 beer which i would like to sell, i would be so ...
A: That bottle at Whisky Exchange looks very similar, I agree, so they might be willing to make an ...
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| please help | 9/13/2009 |
Q: I recently acquired a small collection of spirits + 1 beer which i would like to sell, i would be so ...
A: Only one photo can be uploaded per question so I've only seen your nos 006 and 009 that don't look ...
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| Colheita | 9/13/2009 |
Q: Mr. Ling, WHile I was in Portugal this past winter I found a Colheita de 1944 (bottled in 1986). ...
A: Colheitas are aged tawnies from a single vintage so this will be a softer, complex and fully-mature ...
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| keep or drink.. or too late already?? | 9/12/2009 |
Q: When i saw we have the same name..I thought I had to send you a mail... I've been doing an inventory ...
A: I hope the additional comments below are useful: Chateau les Giraudels de Milon 2000, Saint-Emilion ...
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| bottle of wine no date. | 9/12/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of wine I've had some 20 or 30 years. Its label goes like this: Alexis Lichine. ...
A: Rosé d'Anjou is unusual in that the main grape used is the Grolleau with some Cabernet Franc, ...
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| keep or drink.. or too late already?? | 9/11/2009 |
Q: When i saw we have the same name..I thought I had to send you a mail... I've been doing an inventory ...
A: What a coincidence! I'd sell the Cheval Blanc for whatever it fetches as this is both old and from ...
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| Vintage 1969 | 9/11/2009 |
Q: Now many sites offer wines 1979 and 1969 writing that they are the best gift for those who were born ...
A: Champagne as we know it is a relatively recent invention so I think the 100+YO ones you have read ...
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| Constantino Brandy & Bisquit Duboche Cognac | 9/11/2009 |
Q: I am in the USA. I recently bought a box of vintage alcohol & found a few interesting bottles in it ...
A: Spirits aren't really my field but I very much doubt if shipping these to an auction house in Europe ...
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| Vintage 1969 | 9/10/2009 |
Q: Now many sites offer wines 1979 and 1969 writing that they are the best gift for those who were born ...
A: Please remember that anniversary wines are usually offered by gift companies - not wine merchants - ...
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| Martell Boxed Cognac | 9/10/2009 |
Q: Our family have had this bottle in the presentation box for over 40 years. We were wondering if you ...
A: I'm a bit concerned that the level seems somewhat reduced v. a fresh bottle so I'm afraid some of ...
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| Dom Perignon 1983 with Tiffany Flutes | 9/9/2009 |
Q: please could you let me know the valuation of the above Moet Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon 1983 ...
A: I'd expect an auction catalogue valuation of around £120/150 for this bottle, assuming it is ...
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| A bottle of wine for my baby girl | 9/8/2009 |
Q: I will have a baby girl this Oct and one of the souvenir I can think of is a bottle of wine in the ...
A: Sorry but you'll have to wait several years for any 2009 to become available at merchants and I ...
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| Value for bottle of wine | 9/8/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateauenuf de Pape, 1979 Domaine de la Roquette which I got as a present some ...
A: I'm afraid this may be rather past its best after so long as '79 wasn't a great vintage and your ...
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| 1906 Croizet Cognac | 9/6/2009 |
Q: I would like to know the value of one bottle of 1906 Croizet Bonaparte Cognac fine Champagne.It is ...
A: Old Cognacs are difficult to value accurately as so much depends on the condition of the bottle but ...
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| NELLO GORI WINE RIFLE 1974 | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I was just wondering if you have any idea about this bottle, its a Vintage 1974 Nello Gori rifle ...
A: I'm sorry but fancy bottles of Chianti are produced in vast quantities to suit the tourist trade and ...
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| chateauneuf du pape magnum - still drinkable? | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I've been given a magnum (150cl) of Perrin & Fils Chateauneuf du pape 1995. The label on the back ...
A: I think you could probably open this with confidence as it comes from a fine producer, an excellent ...
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| Champagne value | 9/5/2009 |
Q: I have in my possession a vintage 1929 G.H. Martel & Co. bottle of champagne Cartel Perle EPERNAY ...
A: Single bottles of Champagne of this age are impossible to value, I'm afraid, as few people would ...
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| Champagne | 9/4/2009 |
Q: David I have a bottle of G.H.MUMM 1937 Cordon Rouge - Champagne Brut. All of the champagne is gone - ...
A: I'm afraid this would be worthless to a wine enthusiast but I suppose you might get a few dollars ...
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| Porto Donaldo 1965 port | 9/3/2009 |
Q: We were recently given a bottle of Porto Donaldo 1965 port but we know nothing about port! The label ...
A: This was a generous present and it should be very drinkable, Donaldo is a brand of Hutcheson ...
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| Codorniu | 9/3/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Codorniu Blanc De Blancs Vintage 1979. Is it safe to drink if it has not been ...
A: This will still be safe to drink but I'd be very surprised if you will want to as it will probably ...
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| rare vintage kopke porto portugal | 9/1/2009 |
Q: Do you have any info on this port, price, age, and how rare.
A: This is a modern bottling (with a screw/Stelvin closure) of a standard Ruby Port and replaceable in ...
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| 1985 Bordeaux | 9/1/2009 |
Q: Good Morning, I live near Boston Massachusetts. Today, at an auction, I paid $10 US dollars for a ...
A: This is from a large merchant/negotiant who had blended it from wines bought-in from the St-E ...
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| Port value | 8/30/2009 |
Q: when i was christened in 1979 i had 4 bottles of dows 1977 silver jubilee vintage port brought for ...
A: This is a lovely Port that's drinking well so I'm sorry you want to sell! I think you'll do best ...
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| jules mignon champagne | 8/29/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Jules Mignon champagne but it was labeled for Phillips & Drew insurers of London ...
A: I'm afraid this low-cost non-vintage Champagne won't be easy to sell after so long but possibly you ...
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| MHW Selection | 8/27/2009 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Monsieur Henri Selection red wine back in 1985. It has been stored in my ...
A: I'm afraid this would be way past its best even if you had stored it properly - undisturbed in a ...
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| Information on specific wines | 8/25/2009 |
Q: I have been given some bottles of wine, and I am unsure whether they are of good quality, or still ...
A: I'm afraid all of these are now past their best and I don't think you'll find them easy to sell. ...
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| 1934 Chateau Montrose - L. Charmolue | 8/24/2009 |
Q: I inherited a bottle of 1934 Chateau Montrose L. Charmolue As best I can tell the bottle was stored ...
A: This was one of the stars from a fine vintage so I'd ask Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) ...
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| Martell medaillon | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Martell v.s.o.p Medaillon Liqueur cognac which is unopened and i believe must be ...
A: I'm afraid it isn't possible to date blended Cognacs but this ...
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| Approx . value | 8/22/2009 |
Q: I was given a beautiful velvet presentation case containing 2 bottles of "Wolf Blass" "Royal ...
A: Like this: ...
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| Niersteiner Spatburgunder Rotwein 2008 | 8/21/2009 |
Q: I was at a friends house and they had a German foreign exchange student staying with them. He ...
A: I'm afraid I can't read the maker's name on your bottle so I can't promise that either of these ...
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| Luze & Fils 1966 Bordeaux | 8/19/2009 |
Q: Recently during the cleaning of my father's apartment in a retirement community, I found a 1966 Luze ...
A: 1966 was a very good vintage but only a very few of the very top wines have lasted this long. There ...
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| What is it worth? | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Barons De Rothschild Lafite Bordeaux 1998 750ml. I have found many confusing ...
A: I'm afraid this is a commercial wine that was blended by the same huge merchant/negotiant company ...
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| Champagne | 8/19/2009 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of Dom Perignon both in presentation boxes. One from 1992 and the other from 1995. ...
A: Assuming that these have been stored properly - lying down in a cool place, and that they are ...
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| Perrier Jouet fleur de champagne | 8/17/2009 |
Q: I have been given 2 bottles of perrier jouet fleur de champagne, one is a 1982 and the other is a ...
A: I'm always reluctant to suggest values for old Champagne as so much depends on condition in respect ...
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| Wine value. | 8/17/2009 |
Q: langenlonsheimer sonnenborn, it is a Kabinett.Nahe and was produced and bottled in Germany. It is ...
A: I'm afraid this isn't a valuable bottle and I don't think you'll find it easy to sell as wines from ...
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| hennessy cognac | 8/17/2009 |
Q: Tough question. I was just looking at an approximate evaluation. I have a 750ml Hennessy Paradis ...
A: Normal bottles of Paradis in Australia would cost AU$470.00/AU$732.09 - depending on where you were ...
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| Hennessy Cognac Special Bottling | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I am in Dallas, TX; and have a bottle of Hennessy Cognac (new and unopened in the box) that was part ...
A: I'm afraid special bottlings are difficult to value as collector interest is so variable. I suggest ...
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| 1964 Special Reserve | 8/15/2009 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of 1964 Special Reserve, Beaujolais Superieur Maison Groffier-Leger ...
A: I hope this wasn't a gift from a friend? Beaujolais is intended for drinking within 5 years of the ...
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| Gauthier Champagne | 8/13/2009 |
Q: We have found a bottle of Gauthier Champange whilst clearing our parents house. the label states ...
A: I'm afraid there is little chance that a Champagne of this age will be easy to sell - especially in ...
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| Vintage Port | 8/13/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles of vintage port and I'm looking to put a value on both of them. The first is a ...
A: I'm afraid neither of these is in the top rank of Ports and both are now rather old for what they ...
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| Veuve Clicquot Champagne | 8/12/2009 |
Q: I have a case of 12 bottles of Veuve Clicquot Champagne in perfect condition. These cases of ...
A: I'm afraid I could only guess at a value for this collection in Ireland so I suggest you ask Adam's ...
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| wine value | 8/11/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Rioja Santiago 1957 , the word 'Yago" is printed on label, also Rioja Blanco Fine ...
A: Sorry but your '57 Rioja is now very old indeed; and I'm no sure it would even be lawful to offer ...
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| Wine Valuation | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I have a four bottle basket of Ruffino Wines.It says on the basket Ruffino Private Stock Gift ...
A: Ruffino is a large company that produces a wide range of wines, usually in the $8/40 price bracket, ...
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| Cognac | 8/10/2009 |
Q: I am looking for information on a very old bottle of cognac.Can you suggest someone. I live in ...
A: You don't say what this Cognac is or what information you are seeking so I can only assume you are ...
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| Emerald riesling | 8/10/2009 |
Q: Do you know if there is any San Martin Emerald Riesling available anywhere. I had some 30 years ago ...
A: I'm sorry but there are no stockists in Tx so you'll have to buy on-line, which will mean shipping ...
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| Emerald riesling | 8/9/2009 |
Q: Do you know if there is any San Martin Emerald Riesling available anywhere. I had some 30 years ago ...
A: I'm afraid I don't know that maker but Emerald Rieslings should be widely available in the US as ...
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| Rioja Romeral red wine | 8/8/2009 |
Q: I have just discovered a bottle of red wine in my mums cupboard and have no idea if it is of any ...
A: I'm afraid you'd find it difficult to sell any bottle in the condition you describe so I can't see a ...
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| Is my wine drinkeable | 8/7/2009 |
Q: I have 3 bottles of wine that I have had for some time. Can you please advise if they are drinkable ...
A: The Beaujolais will probably be into decline by now as these wines are always at their best 2/5 ...
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| 1985 Chateau De Rogues Bordeaux | 8/6/2009 |
Q: .. I was recently given as a gift a case of 1985 Chateau de Rogues Grand Vin de Bordeaux Lussac- St ...
A: I'm afraid I can find no reference to this property, nor to the winemaker, in any of my reference ...
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| bollinger 1973 | 8/6/2009 |
Q: i have an unopened, boxed bottle of 1973 bollinger that was sold to celebrate the marriage of the ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old so I can't see why anyone would want to buy it - but it might be ...
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| Croizet Grand Reserve 1914 | 8/5/2009 |
Q: "My Mother Died recently, and i remember my mothers friend in the late sixties worked at the Great ...
A: I'm afraid I can't think why anyone would want to buy any wine of this age with such a provenance so ...
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| Champagne | 8/5/2009 |
Q: Cant seem to find anyone who can help with this question so hoping you can do or if not do you know ...
A: Ruinart is a very well-respected top house, although less well-known than the Champagne giants. ...
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| Chateau Laujac 1971 | 8/4/2009 |
Q: Should a bottle of Chateau Laujac 1971 be drinkable? Christopher
A: I'm afraid you probably won't want to drink this after so long - even if it has been stored ...
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| Cockburns 1983 Port | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I have been given a case of 6 bottles of Cockburns 1983 Port. They were bought in 1987 to give to me ...
A: I'd aim to drink these over the next 3-4 years and doubt if they would appreciate much so 'now' ...
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| Cockburns 1983 Port | 8/3/2009 |
Q: I have been given a case of 6 bottles of Cockburns 1983 Port. They were bought in 1987 to give to me ...
A: This is avaialble from Bibendum for £430.00+£64.50(VAT)=£494.50 per doz so a realistic auction ...
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| champagne | 8/2/2009 |
Q: ling. I recently found a couple bottles of champagne and have never heard of it. I was wondering if ...
A: Piper Heidsieck is a reputable Champagne house owned by Remy-Cointreau so this should be very ...
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| Prunier cognac | 8/2/2009 |
Q: Whilst researching my Galleon of Punier I noticed a couple of years ago someone asked you about one ...
A: I'm afraid special bottlings of Cognac are difficult to value as they are often sold through airport ...
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| wine value | 8/1/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Pieroth Burq Layen beiBingen 1975 Monchhofer Pfaffenberg Tramininer u.Bouvier ...
A: This one's a bit difficult as I can't find a retail price for anything similar that I could quote so ...
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| German Wine | 8/1/2009 |
Q: Ling, I have come across a bottle of wine labeled 1966er Moselblumchen imported by Joseph Gies ...
A: This is a blended table wine intended for drinking with a few years of release and I'm afraid ...
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| Clos des Demoiselles | 8/1/2009 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of Clos Des Demoiselles Listrac-Medoc 1988 which I had never heard of ...
A: This isn't commonplace because it comes from a small property with limited production. I'd drink it ...
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| 1982 Bardolino | 7/31/2009 |
Q: David, Your expertise in helping to find a valuation of this 1982 bottle of Bardolino is truly ...
A: Bardolino is a light table wine produced near Lake Garda using a blend of juice from the grapes ...
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| Valuation of Gift Box of Madeira Wine/Port | 7/30/2009 |
Q: I have a wooden gift box of wine given to me about 20 years ago and would be interested to know the ...
A: I'm very sorry but I don't think these would be easy to sell so it's hard to see a significant value ...
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| Aging a Cognac | 7/30/2009 |
Q: After visiting my grandmother in Pennsylvania, USA, I came across an unopened 1/2 gallon bottle of ...
A: Cognacs, and all other spirits, age virtually indefinitely - at least until the cork fails and ...
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| VALUES | 7/29/2009 |
Q: i have vintage ports including sandeman & co oporto 1934, royal oporto vinho do porto 1967, quinta ...
A: A collection of this size deserves professional valuation so I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's ...
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| remy martin/wild turkey | 7/28/2009 |
Q: i have a limoge decanter its a centaur and has fine champagne cognac inside its in a presentation ...
A: I think you'll be interested in this: http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-1774.aspx as it shows a ...
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| Joseph Perrier Champagne | 7/28/2009 |
Q: I HAVE TWO MAGNUMS OF JOSEPH PERRIER CUVEE ROYALE BRUT 1982 WHICH HAS BEEN STORED COOL AND FLAT.I ...
A: I think this would be a generous donation so I hope the diners will appreciate it. This probably ...
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| moet and chandon chapagne | 7/27/2009 |
Q: I have had this for a very long time as my grandmother gave this to me,I believe it was around ...
A: I don't think you'll find it easy to sell a single bottle of non-vintage Champagne of this age, even ...
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| Chevalier de Bayard | 7/26/2009 |
Q: David Ling, we need a few bottles of the delicious wine: Chevalier de Bayard 2003 but we cannot find ...
A: I'm afraid you won't find this in wine shops as Chevalier de Bayard is a brand name used by the ...
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| 1980 moet et chandon a epernay Cuve'e Dom Perignon | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1980 Moet et chandon a epernay/ Cuve'e Dom Perignon. It has been in my basement ...
A: I think you might hope for something in the region of $500 together for these - with the '80 making ...
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| Port for newborn! | 7/23/2009 |
Q: My first baby arrived last Thursday and a friend has suggested we should buy a bottle of port and ...
A: You won't be able to buy a 2009 Vintage Port now as the harvest is still some months away and the ...
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| 1982 Baron Phillipe De Rothschild | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I was recently left a bottle of 1982 Baron Philippe De Rothschild, the label says Le Berger Baron. ...
A: I'm afraid this is a blended wine from a large negotiant (merchant) sold under their own brand name. ...
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| Fonseca Finest 1977 Vintage Port | 7/23/2009 |
Q: I have 5 bottles of the above wine I would like to sell. Can you advise me on where would be best ...
A: I think the quickest sale route would be to enter these into Bid for Wine's on-line auction system ...
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| Wine age | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have some bottles of Batard Montrachet 1985 and wonder if the wine is drinkable. Appreciate your ...
A: This was a variable vintage for white Burgundy and is now at an age when they are all rather a ...
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| Vintage port valuation and where to sell it please | 7/22/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles of vintage port that I would like to sell. I live in london but am moving away in ...
A: I'm not sure if J Straker Chadwick's (http://www.strakerchadwick.co.uk) will be able to respond ...
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| 1947 Chateau Du Grand Puch | 7/21/2009 |
Q: I saw that someone asked about a 1967 Grand Puch and you said it was probably not good. I have a ...
A: I wasn't confident about the '67 because it wasn't a very good vintage - in contrast to '47, which ...
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| Camus Napoleon Cognac | 7/21/2009 |
Q: Ling, We would like to know the value of this bottle with a number 086494 B or 12 (very difficult ...
A: I'm afraid it's very difficult to give reliable valuations for old Cognacs in special bottlings as ...
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| 1960 Vintage | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I wanted to get a 1960 wine for my mom's birthday. I have no clue about wine. She loves wine from ...
A: I STRONGLY suggest you have second thoughts about a '60 Bordeaux as this wasn't a good vintage and ...
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| bordeaux, white and red | 7/20/2009 |
Q: I have a presentation pack of 2 bottles white and red rugby world cup bordeaux wine, i live in ...
A: I'm afraid commemorative bottlings are seldom good investments in the short term, but I suppose ...
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| cognac | 7/19/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of remy martin 250 year anniversity 1724-1974 limited production # 5626 of grande ...
A: This is a site for seeking information - not for wine trading - and it wouldn't be lawful for you to ...
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| Moet et Chandon Cuvee Dom perignon Vintage 1983 | 7/17/2009 |
Q: I have just found a bottle of the above champagne whilst clearing out my fathers larder. It has been ...
A: I think you could hope for an auction catalogue valuation of £150/200 if this bottle is pristine in ...
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| remy martin space cognac | 7/16/2009 |
Q: I hope you can help many thanks robert nicholls
A: I think Remy Martin produced around 3000 of these bottles as promotional items for the space section ...
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| Wine Valuation | 7/16/2009 |
Q: Please find below the full text on the label. Vintage 1945 Gironde France MARGAUX UN VIN DE ...
A: I hoped you'd tell me these were some of the great wines from the areas, which would have made them ...
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| brandy valuation | 7/15/2009 |
Q: ive recently come across a bottle of camus napoleon cognac.its a dark almost black bottle with the ...
A: Camus are well-known for their quality Cognacs but these are difficult to value as there is only a ...
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| Vinho Do Porto | 7/15/2009 |
Q: Whilst cleaning out my late Mother's liquor cabinet I found a bottle made by Royal Oporto Wine Co. ...
A: This won't be a single-vintage wine if no date is stated on the label, but a blend of wines from ...
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| Various wines | 7/14/2009 |
Q: David, I've recently inherited some wine and am a complete novice! It's been stored for in a wine ...
A: You are certainly looking at several hundred pounds here, even though some of these are now very ...
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| cristal 1990 | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal 1990, the label is slightly tatty.Is it worth anything? ...
A: In pristine condition this could sell for over £200 so this would be worth professional appraisal if ...
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| Cognac | 7/13/2009 |
Q: I have just been given an unopened bottle of boxed Cognac. It has 3 stars. The writing at the bottom ...
A: I'm afraid the date is just that when the area producing quality Cognac was defined and doesn't ...
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| 1987 Graves Appellation Graves Controlee' | 7/12/2009 |
Q: Can you please let me know the value of this wine The seal is blue and the name Alexis Lichine in a ...
A: I'm sorry but there is no possibility of you being able to sell this old bottle so it has no value ...
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| wine value/drinkability | 7/12/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of Barton & Guestier, Prince Noir Bordeaux, but do not know the exact year. i'm ...
A: I'm sorry but there is no possibility of you being able to sell this old bottle so it has no value ...
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| Value of 1976 wine | 7/12/2009 |
Q: I have a pint 8.5 oz bottle of Chateau Duarte-Milton-Roth. Pauillac grand cru classe. Can you tell ...
A: This is difficult to value accurately as there is none on offer in the US at the moment so I have no ...
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| champagne | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I bought a methuselah size bottle of champagne de venoge cordon bleu brut at auction almost 10 years ...
A: This good NV Champagne sells for around £25 per bottle in the UK so theoretically you could hope for ...
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| 1990 Bordeaux | 7/11/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Calvet Reserve Des Barons Bordeaux 1990. Bottled for J. Calvet & Cie. I was just ...
A: I'm afraid a negotiant blend of this age would be difficult to sell so I don't see any value in ...
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| redwine | 7/9/2009 |
Q: a couple of months ago i was given 6 bottles of Ets.saint Ferdinand 1966 chateau la tour du mirail ...
A: I'm afraid '73 was a dismal vintage so I wouldn't hold out too much hope for this one and the '66 is ...
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| Cognac Galleon Extra VSOP | 7/9/2009 |
Q: My mom has a Cognac Galleon Extra VSOP at home for more than 35 years. It is in a transparent ...
A: I'm afraid I have no information about the value of this in Hong Kong or sales possibilities. I ...
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| Vintage Port | 7/8/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Adams Vintage Port 1963. Is this of any interest to any collectors? and if so ...
A: This is a curiosity as the Adams brand isn't common in the UK, although I have seen a bottle ...
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| Old (?) Martell Very Old Pale Cognac | 7/7/2009 |
Q: I've been given a (full) bottle of Martell Very Old Pale Cognac. The bottle is rectangular (17 x 9 ...
A: I'm afraid Cognac collectors seek rare bottlings of de luxe brands and yours is neither so it would ...
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| 1987 sangiovese di romagna GIULIO CESARE | 7/6/2009 |
Q: as title says, worth auctioning? Or cracking open with the Sunday roast!? Many thanks for your time, ...
A: I'm afraid this is now rather old for what it is and I don't think it would be worth the effort ...
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| 1959 Bordeaux follow up | 7/6/2009 |
Q: Would a Latour de pressac st Emilion Bordeaux Grand Cru be a good choice? cost 375.00.. Any other ...
A: as I said before: "That St-E would be a gamble I'm afraid as all '59s are very old and into decline ...
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| 1945 Vina Undurrago | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I have read through your other answers about 1945 wines and that they don’t hold their value, but ...
A: Well done for showing me an interesting old bottle! I don't think you'd be able to sell this, ...
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| Rothschild Mounton Cadet Gift Box | 7/5/2009 |
Q: I've been given a Baron Philippe De Rothschild Mouton Cadat gift box containing one 750ml 1990 ...
A: This gift set is a popular present item as it is good value, but the wines are simple commercial ...
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| 1953 Italrosa C. Serchi Wine | 7/4/2009 |
Q: We found many unopened wines, whiskeys, etc in a home we purchased. Among them, we found a 1953 ...
A: I'm afraid this very old table wine is unlikely to be easy to sell or thus to have any value. I ...
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| 1959 Bordeaux | 7/4/2009 |
Q: I would like to buy a bottle of 1959 Bordeaux for my husband who is 50 in a fortnight. In the last ...
A: I think your best bet for a '59 Bordeaux in the UK and within your budget is probably the ...
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| WINE APPRAISAL | 7/2/2009 |
Q: I have found unopened 100 yr anniversay 1958 bottle of Cognac champayne. It is still in the ...
A: I'm afraid old Cognacs are very difficult to value as they only appeal to a small number of ...
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| red wine | 7/2/2009 |
Q: My husband and I enjoyed Bor Forras 2005 Hajos-Baja that we did purchase at a wine tasting party. ...
A: This is a Pieroth brand of wine made principally from the Blaufränkisch grape so I suggest you ask ...
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| 1988 Bordeaux | 7/2/2009 |
Q: 20 years ago, a bottle of 1988 CHAI DE BORDES-QUANCARD, bordeaux rouge wine was left at my home. I ...
A: This was a fairly good vintage so there's still some chance that it will be pleasant to drink if ...
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| 1959 bordeaux | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I want to purchase a very special bottle of wine for a very special person as he approaches his 50th ...
A: That St-E would be a gamble I'm afraid as all '59s are very old and into decline to some extent by ...
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| value and salability of wine | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1974 Mouton Rothschild with Robert Motherwell label and 1975 with Andy Worhol label. Also ...
A: I'm afraid the old Lacryma Christi would be impossible to sell and thus has no value. (It probably ...
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| Value of Wines | 7/1/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles to ask you about: One is a Rubizzo 1994 Tuscan Sangiovese Vino da Tavola by Rocca ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell single bottles of these as they aren't ...
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| Krug Champagne | 7/1/2009 |
Q: we have an un-opened bottle (boxed) of 1989 Krug , Reims, Champagne (France) in which we were told ...
A: This wasn't as good a vintage as '88 or '90 and is probably into its decline by now so I doubt if it ...
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| 1959 bordeaux | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I want to purchase a very special bottle of wine for a very special person as he approaches his 50th ...
A: A 1st Growth '59 would cost over $3000 from a reputable merchant - I'm sure he's that special, in ...
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| Vintage Port Valuation | 6/30/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of vintage port - label details are: Vintage Port 1970 (Alto Douro) Borges Oporto ...
A: I'm very sorry but I don't think this was a wise purchase as Borges didn't have much success in what ...
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| Martell cognac brandy , 1907 | 6/29/2009 |
Q: We have an unopened bottle of Martell cognac brandy , 1907 Can you please give us a acuton appraisal ...
A: This is very difficult to answer as vintage Cognacs are rare beasts so I suggest you ask Wine ...
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| wine valuation | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Opus One 1994 wine. It says Robert Mondavi and Baron Phillippe de Rothschild on ...
A: Opus One is a Franco-American joint venture by the Rothschilds of Mouton fame and Robert Mondavi ...
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| Reserve Austerlitz Cognac Napole'on | 6/29/2009 |
Q: What would this bottle of cognac be worth? The bottles label says it is a: Reserve Austerlitz ...
A: I suggest you ask Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) to appraise this as a potential entry ...
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| Wine bottles | 6/29/2009 |
Q: I was given two bottles of Chateau Lafite Rothschild, 1986, Pauillac as a gift approximately two ...
A: I hope you were suitably grateful because you were give two bottles of a very famous and valuable ...
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| Sydney Opera House Commerative Port | 6/29/2009 |
Q: my father has a Brown's bottle of port released for the opening of the sydney opera house in 1973. ...
A: You could replace this from Isle of Wine in Hobart (http://www.isleofwine.com.au) for AU$59.95 so I ...
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| Cuvee Dom Perignon 1976 | 6/28/2009 |
Q: My husband and I acquired this champagne a few years ago which was in and estate sale. It was in a ...
A: I think that Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) would expect to sell this for around ...
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| chevalier de bayard 2007 | 6/27/2009 |
Q: I was at a dinner party last week and we had a bottle of chevalier de bayard 2007 and really like it ...
A: Chevalier de Bayard is a brand used by the German direct selling Pieroth organisation that doesn't ...
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| Yquem question | 6/27/2009 |
Q: David I have attached an image of the bottle and label. This is a copy of my originalI have a ...
A: Sorry! Negotiants are wholesale merchants who buy wine in bulk from a grower in a particular year, ...
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| Yquem question | 6/26/2009 |
Q: David I have attached an image of the bottle and label. This is a copy of my originalI have a ...
A: I'm afraid I've never seen an Yquem with a negotiant's own label - but, mind you, I don't see many ...
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| 1943 Chateau Caillou-Sauternes Grand Vin De Bordeaux | 6/26/2009 |
Q: David, First I would like to thank you for having this web site available. I am looking for any ...
A: Anyway: Caillou is a 2eme cru Sauternes known for being relatively slow-maturing and for its long ...
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| Butler, Nephew & Co Vintage Port 1970 | 6/25/2009 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of vintage port - Label says "1970 vintage port - produced bottled and ...
A: The old firm of Butler Nephew had a good reputation - although it was never in the top flight - ...
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| Le Piat D'Or | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I have been given an unopened bottle of Le Piat D'Or French Medium White Wine. I am not sure how old ...
A: I'm afraid there's no prospect of pleasure in this bottle as Piat d'Or is a brand of sweetish white ...
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| Saint-Estephe | 6/24/2009 |
Q: We were recently gifted with a 1959 Chateau Canteloup Saint-Estephe red wine, Appellation ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old for a relatively minor wine so I doubt if it would be possible to ...
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| Port collection | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I have a presentation box of Prince Charles & Diana Wolf Blass port. The box is in good condition ...
A: I suggest you take a look at: http://tinyurl.com/lww2te and then ask them to make you an offer or to ...
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| Re-champange | 6/24/2009 |
Q: I would like to know what would be the value of a bottle of 1995 fortnum & mason champange , and ...
A: Assuming that this is in pristine condition in terms of level, label and capsule, I think J. Straker ...
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| 1969 Ch. Pontet-Canet | 6/24/2009 |
Q: My father had many wines that he never got to enjoy before his death. I had to pour down the drain ...
A: Sorry about your dad. I think you should invite one of the NYC action houses to help you appraise ...
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| 1982 wines | 6/23/2009 |
Q: My girlfriend was born in 1982, and I wanted to get her a bottle of wine of that vintage that could ...
A: I think Montrose is probably the best '82 you'll find within your budget - it's close to First ...
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| Cuvee Dom perignon | 6/22/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet et Chandon - Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage 1971, I would like to sell, could ...
A: This is now rather old, even though '71 was a fine vintage, so the value will depend on the ...
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| Valuation 1970 Vintage Port - KWV, S. Africa | 6/22/2009 |
Q: I was given 2 bottles of KWV (South Africa) Vintage Port. They are sealed and, as far as I am aware, ...
A: This isn't available from any US retailer, AFAIK, so I have no reference point to guide me about ...
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| Martell Cognac | 6/21/2009 |
Q: I have received a boxed bottle of either a 700LT or 750LT of Martell Corbon Bleu reserve CD2831. ...
A: This is a good Cognac blended from several distillations of various ages so it won't be dated. ...
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| monsieur henri | 6/21/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of monsieur henri hooper,s 1943 vintage port. can you tell me it's value? thanks, ...
A: Old bottles of Port always deserve professional appraisal as the value depends on the condition of ...
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| hennessy cognac | 6/20/2009 |
Q: I toured the Hennessy distillery in 1976 with a group and we were each given a bottle of cognac. ...
A: Your hosts gave you a half-bottle of their highly-regarded standard blend so it will contain ...
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| 2007 hajos-baja | 6/19/2009 |
Q: a friend slaims to be able to provide a case of this Bor Forras i am interested as it is quite nice ...
A: This is a Pieroth exclusive so I think your 'friend' is actually one of their party-plan sales ...
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| Dom Perignon | 6/19/2009 |
Q: I have three bottles, 1976, 1978, 1980. These have been kept in a cool dry conditions. I would like ...
A: I think you'll find Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) the easiest sales route in the US as ...
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| Chateau Mouton Baron | 6/17/2009 |
Q: 1964 Le Mouton Baron Philippe est un Grand classe du Medoc en 1855 aux vignes contigues a celles de ...
A: I'm afraid this is now VERY old for a rather ordinary Fifth Growth, even one from such a good ...
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| wine | 6/17/2009 |
Q: a value of a bottle rouge wine 750ml chanson[beaune-teurons]1976
A: I don't think anyone could offer a realistic valuation of any Burgundy of this age and quality ...
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| Martell Cordon Blue | 6/17/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Le Cognac Martell Cordon Blue. It's in a red box with a card inside. In French it ...
A: I suggest you ask Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) for an accurate catalogue figure as ...
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| champagne | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I need to replace a bottle of champagne its label says Champagne Appay Pere & Fils Epernay Extra ...
A: That's the one. MA stands for Marque d'Acheteur - or Buyer's Own Brand in English - meaning that a ...
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| champagne | 6/16/2009 |
Q: I need to replace a bottle of champagne its label says Champagne Appay Pere & Fils Epernay Extra ...
A: I'm afraid I can't trace this company - which suggests it might not exist under that name any more. ...
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| 2002 Louis Roederer Cristal Champagne | 6/14/2009 |
Q: Can you tell me how I should store this Champagne? I just purchased a bottle. I have a wine cooler, ...
A: This was an excellent vintage in Champagne so your Cristal probably deserves to be kept cool more ...
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| 1990 Champagne | 6/14/2009 |
Q: I found your contact on the internet through all experts. I am writing from the West Country in the ...
A: This was a fine vintage so 'yes' this must have a value, but there isn't an easy way for me to put a ...
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| Remy Martin 1974 | 6/14/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Remy Martin 1974 fine champaigne cognac boxed with the certificate. it is a ...
A: This is a very rare bottle and there's none on offer in SA at the moment - which means I have no ...
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| Henriot Brut Millesime 1985 | 6/13/2009 |
Q: Just a couple of quick questions. I have a 3L bottle of the above mentioned champagne In it's ...
A: 'Quite a good year' is a modest description for '85 in Champagne, and 'yes' any bottle bearing a ...
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| champagne valuation | 6/13/2009 |
Q: have you ever heard of louis nevard?? just found a bottle of 1955 in a shed!!! also found some ...
A: This sounds like a BOB (Buyer's Own Brand), I.E. an invented name chosen by some merchant for a wine ...
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| Wedding Reception | 6/12/2009 |
Q: first for reading and answering my questions! My question has to do with my wedding reception, ...
A: I think you're on the right track with the pairings, especially if you pick a sweetish fizz for the ...
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| CHAMPAGNE QUESTION | 6/12/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of champagne that I would like to know more about, and if it is of any value please. ...
A: This was one of the better '75s - apart from the de luxe brands like Dom Perignon, Krug and Cristal ...
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| 1985 Dom P and 1990 Dom P Gift Packs | 6/11/2009 |
Q: Can you please tell me the value of 1985 and 1990 Dom Perignon. I have 18 bottles of the 1985 in ...
A: Accurate valuation would depend on the condition of the bottles in terms of levels, labels and ...
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| champagne | 6/11/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of pre 1980 bollinger champagne ...was wondering what sort of value it might have
A: I assume this is a NV Bolly, in which case I'm afraid it is now rather old - to say the least - and ...
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| 1978 Christian Brothers Zinfandel | 6/11/2009 |
Q: This particular bottle of '78 Christian Brothers Zinfandel is a 1992 - 1982 Centennial. Any idea of ...
A: There's no similar bottle on offer at the moment from any US retailer so I'm afraid there is no ...
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| Charles and Diana wedding port | 6/10/2009 |
Q: G'day David, I purchased twin bottles of "The Royal Wedding" port in a blue velvet gift box set in ...
A: Take a look at: http://tinyurl.com/lww2te . (They might be willing to make you an offer or sell on ...
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| 1980 Dom Perignon - value and taste | 6/10/2009 |
Q: While remodeling, we found a box in our bar that was laying down, back in a corner, that we had ...
A: This wasn't a good year in Champagne and Moet never found it easy to sell DP at their usual price ...
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| info | 6/9/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Carte Noire Cellier des Dauphins Cotes du Rhone 1979 Is there any way of telling ...
A: Cellier des Dauphins is a large co-operative that markets Cotes du Rhones from various producers to ...
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| Moet&Chandon | 6/6/2009 |
Q: How old is this and does it have any value? Thank you, Maria.
A: This must have been bottle before or shortly after 1936 as George V died in January of that year. ...
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| Rare Cognac | 6/5/2009 |
Q: Mr. Ling, My grandfather recently passed away. As we were clearing out the basement, I found a ...
A: Old Cognacs are difficult to value from afar so I suggest you ask Wine Commune ...
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| Wine | 6/5/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Gori Chanti 1971. It's a one gallon bottle. It's imported by St. Julian's Wine ...
A: I'm afraid there's no value in this wine as it is far too old to have survived this long, especially ...
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| Almeida Ruby Port | 6/4/2009 |
Q: My mother has just given me 5 bottles of port. 4 bottles of Almeida's Ruby Port with a reference ...
A: I'm afraid none of these Ports is very exciting to enthusiasts, even before the extended ageing ...
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| Valuation of VIntage Port | 6/2/2009 |
Q: My father died a few months ago and we have found some bottles of vintage port. They have been ...
A: Sorry to hear about your dad. This collection deserves professional valuation, perhaps by these ...
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| Martell Cognac Cordon Argent | 6/2/2009 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of J & F Martell Cognac Cordon Argent, 4/5 Quart 80 proof with intact U.S. ...
A: Valuation of old Cognacs is always difficult so I suggest you contact Wine Commune ...
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| What are they worth? | 5/31/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Tawny California port and a 1979 bottle of Chevalier de Vedrines ...
A: I'm afraid both of these would be difficult to sell so I can't see any value here - the California ...
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| 1955 fonseca port | 5/28/2009 |
Q: I found this bottle upright in my closet. It has been there since 1994. Is it still drinkable? ...
A: Upright storage is never a good idea with old bottles because corks need to be kept moist to stop ...
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| GILBEYS TRIPLE CROWN PORT | 5/27/2009 |
Q: COULD YOU PLEASE TELL ME IF THIS PORT HAS ANY VALUE,IT IS PRODUCE OF PORTUGAL SHIPPED AND BOTTLED BY ...
A: I'm afraid there's no significant value here; it must be fairly old as I don't think Croft - now ...
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| La Grande Dame 1996 | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I recieved a bottle of La Grande Dame 1996 in presentation box while in France in 2005 and have ...
A: La Grande Dame started with the 1969 vintage, which was released in 1977 to commemorate Veuve ...
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| 2000 magnum cristal louis roederer | 5/26/2009 |
Q: I was given as a gift a magnum of cristal, 2000, in a large wooden presentation box. Its been stored ...
A: I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny (http://www.strakerchadwick.co.uk) to offer ...
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| old wines? | 5/25/2009 |
Q: Please can you tell me if I should sell, drink (if it's safe to) or throw the following wines. My ...
A: I hope mum's store was cool - because the Latours would probably be catalogued at around £200/220 ...
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| red wine | 5/25/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of french red wine details as follows: Domaine "La fourmone" VACQUEYRAS" ...
A: This was only a fairly good vintage in the southern Rhone so this may be past its best by now - but ...
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| Value of Fine Douro Port (1958 Vintage) | 5/25/2009 |
Q: David, I have an unopened bottle of Five Crown, Fine Douro Port, Port of the 1958 Vintage wine. ...
A: You have what's called a 'Colheita' in wine speak - meaning an aged Tawny from a single vintage. Da ...
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| wine | 5/24/2009 |
Q: i just want to knoe if this bottle of champagne i have is worth anything its moet&chandon champagne ...
A: Google is useful on these occasions, viz ...
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| Value of a bottle of wine | 5/23/2009 |
Q: Just curious if it's worth anything, if not, if it would be delightful to drink. Chianti Frazione ...
A: I'm afraid this is much too old to open with any confidence as Chiantis aren't made for long ...
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| vintage wine | 5/21/2009 |
Q: I live in Barnstaple, North Devon, England. I have a friend who has a bottle of the following wine ...
A: Delaforce is one of the many historic names in Oporto, dating from 1834 - when the company was ...
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| wine | 5/20/2009 |
Q: i just want to knoe if this bottle of champagne i have is worth anything its moet&chandon champagne ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for any Champagne so it wouldn't be easy to sell - although ...
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| Hurricane Katrina Wine Victims | 5/19/2009 |
Q: My mother-in-law was given a bottle of wine from her neighbor which look to have been damaged during ...
A: That's not as bad as I'd feared from your description so it might be worth asking WineCommune to ...
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| Hurricane Katrina Wine Victims | 5/18/2009 |
Q: My mother-in-law was given a bottle of wine from her neighbor which look to have been damaged during ...
A: I'm afraid merchants and auctioneers are all-too-well aware of the damage Katrina caused to wine - ...
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| Charbaut certificate champagne | 5/16/2009 |
Q: We have recently been given a bottle of Charbaut Certificate Champagne 1982 750ml, it is in its ...
A: This was one of my favourite Champagnes in its day - but I haven't tasted it since about 1987 and ...
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| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1959 | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I have had the above bottle for the past 25 yrs,since receiving it as a gift. It has always been ...
A: Dunno what happened there, sorry! The homepage address of the firm I had in mind is: ...
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| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1959 | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I have had the above bottle for the past 25 yrs,since receiving it as a gift. It has always been ...
A: I'm glad to hear this bottle is in pristine condition and has always been stored properly as you ...
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| Champagne cuvee dom perignon year 1983 | 5/15/2009 |
Q: I'm Nick from Malaysia. I got Champagne cuvee dom perignon year 1983 and well kept. What is the ...
A: This was an outstanding Champagne from an average year but I can't find a retail listing for it in ...
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| Port | 5/14/2009 |
Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
A: Glad you got Flickr to work in the end! I'm afraid your pics don't help me as much as I'd hoped as ...
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| WIne selling | 5/13/2009 |
Q: I have a fairly extensive Super Tuscan(Gaya, Sassacia, etc), California (Silver Oak, Opus, etc), and ...
A: It sounds to me that you may be trying to sell these in one batch directly to a merchant - which ...
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| Cristal | 5/13/2009 |
Q: My mum has kept a botle of Champagne for a long time now and I have been told it may be worth some ...
A: I'm afraid this was an awful vintage and there's no chance that this will still be drinkable after ...
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| Chateau Giscours Wine | 5/12/2009 |
Q: Please tell me about a bottle of wine that I just found in the back of my cellar (we forgot it was ...
A: This was a fairly good vintage, although overshadowed by its predecessor, but the only tasting note ...
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| 1964 Moet e Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon | 5/12/2009 |
Q: Is there any value to an old unopened bottle. I can't guarantee it's had proper storage as it has ...
A: That's not good news as the combination of a brownish tinge and the ullage probably means it's ...
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| German wine | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have 2 old wine bottles both Beameister, one is labeled May-Wine and dated 1966 andis bottled in a ...
A: I'm sorry but neither of these is actually Champagne, whatever the labels may say, as that ONLY ...
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| German wine | 5/12/2009 |
Q: I have 2 old wine bottles both Beameister, one is labeled May-Wine and dated 1966 andis bottled in a ...
A: I'm afraid I'd be very surprised indeed if either of these would still be pleasant to drink after so ...
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| Value of Vintage 1961 Dom Perignon | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of Moet & Chandon Champagne Cuvee Dom Perignon - Vintage 1961. It is in ...
A: This was a star of a very good vintage and I'd expect your bottle to fetch over $1000 at auction if ...
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| Port | 5/11/2009 |
Q: I have had a bottle of Borges Port since 1978. The neck of the bottle has a red metallic seal with a ...
A: Most single-quinta Ports are bottled as single vintage wines so a NV one is slightly curious - but ...
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| Chateau Latour 1962 | 5/10/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour 1962 which my late father-in-law gave me. I don't ...
A: It's very difficult to advise from the limited information you've given about storage but I think ...
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| Value of a Bottle of Queens silver jubilee champagne | 5/7/2009 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of Moet & chandon 1977 queens silver jubilee cuvee and i wanted to know if they ...
A: I'm afraid these are now very old indeed for any Champagne from such a dismal vintage and are ...
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| Bordeaux | 5/6/2009 |
Q: Ling, A woman came in the other day with a bottle of 1967 Carruades, Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. She ...
A: I'm afraid giving it away is probably the best option with this - but please not to a friend; even ...
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| wie/port | 5/6/2009 |
Q: i have recently purchased a bottle of something of interest from an elderly lady who informed me ...
A: It's nice to hear that you and your friends have a new topic for conversation but I don't think I'll ...
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| chateau meaume 1985,1986,1987 | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have about 100 cases of this wine that has been stored in a temperature controlled environment and ...
A: These are all rather old now for a Bordeaux Superieur so I'd be inclined to sell the lot soon. I ...
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| Louis Jadot | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I have a couple of bottles of Louis Jadot Savigny Les Beaune 2000 and they have what look likes ...
A: These should be fine. What you have here are tartrate crystals,(specifically potassium hydrogen ...
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| Want to know if two bottles of wine are still good | 5/6/2009 |
Q: I was given two bottles of wine and want to know if they are still good or should they be thrown ...
A: You wouldn't get sick by drinking these, but I think it's highly unlikely that you'll want to finish ...
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| Monnet Cognac Anniversaire | 5/6/2009 |
Q: My grandmother has a bottle of Cognac that she was given back in the 70's or 80's and she was ...
A: Cognacs are a bit outside my field but I think Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) would be ...
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| 1964 Moet e Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon | 5/5/2009 |
Q: Is there any value to an old unopened bottle. I can't guarantee it's had proper storage as it has ...
A: Please don't write this off as worthless or undrinkable until you've had it appraised ...
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| Cote de Beaune-Villages wine | 5/5/2009 |
Q: I have just discovered a box in my garage containing a bottle of red wine (or burgundy perhaps). ...
A: This is a Burgundy, from a large negotiant, or merchant, of sufficient quality to qualify for the ...
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| valuation of vintage port please | 5/4/2009 |
Q: Is it possible that you can value these 2 items please? 1 bottle in box. Royal Oporto vinho do porto ...
A: I'm afraid neither of these would have great appeal to collectors - because Royal Oporto didn't ...
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| Quinta Do Noval 1982 | 5/4/2009 |
Q: He's long moved on but the bottle remains! What I'd like to know is when should I be drinking it? ...
A: 1982 certainly wasn't in the class of '83 or '85 in that decade but some fine Ports were made by the ...
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| please can you value this bottle of wine for me | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Barons De Rothchild, Lafite, reserve special,which was given as a gift, i am not ...
A: I'm afraid this is just a generic Bordeaux blend of the 1998 vintage assembled by the negotiant arm ...
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| Valuation | 5/4/2009 |
Q: Having just seen that you are the expert on German wines.(ha ha ha)could you please try and help me ...
A: Flatterer! This is the perfect example of why I don't like to advise about German wines - but I can ...
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| port vintage 1945 | 5/4/2009 |
Q: I have an unopened, tightly sealed bottle of Port. The label says "Fine Douro Port" "Five Crown" ...
A: which confirm what I hoped to see. I think your next step should be to get this appraised and ...
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| 1990 vintage italian red | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1990 Monte Antico italian red wine. I have searched and searched for a value for ...
A: I think you'll have difficulty finding a retailer still offering the '90 vintage of this wine as ...
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| Value of a particular wine | 5/3/2009 |
Q: a bottle of 'CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD' 1979 PAUILLAC 75cl
A: Assuming this bottle is in pristine condition in terms of level, label and capsule, I think you ...
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| Chateau Latour 1964 | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I hope my question doesn't appear as naive as it reads! I was recently given a 'small' bottle of ...
A: Please don't be concerned by 'niavity' as your Q is far better and more sensible than some I get! ...
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| I have some old wine i gor from my father and would like to know the value | 5/3/2009 |
Q: i received some old wine from my father. some seems to be important. but I'm not the expert on this. ...
A: I'm afraid none of these would be called 'important' by wine collectors, nor are any ones that would ...
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| How to Sell 2 Bottles of Champagne | 5/3/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles of Cuvee Dom Perignon 1985. One in a sealed box and one in an opened box. I ...
A: Assuming these bottles are appraised by Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) as pristine, ...
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| valuation for one bottle 1947 Chianti extra classico | 5/3/2009 |
Q: originally it did have a straw casing but now only the bottle which has a round base and long neck. ...
A: I'm sorry but this is now far too old for you to be able to find a buyer so it has now lost all it's ...
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| wie/port | 5/2/2009 |
Q: i have recently purchased a bottle of something of interest from an elderly lady who informed me ...
A: This is a bit outside my field but I can tell you that you have a fruit brandy - 'Aguardente' - made ...
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| port vintage 1945 | 5/2/2009 |
Q: I have an unopened, tightly sealed bottle of Port. The label says "Fine Douro Port" "Five Crown" ...
A: Da Silva - or Dalva in some countries - have a good reputation for their Colheita Ports, which is ...
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| commemorative wwine | 5/1/2009 |
Q: I have several bottles of commemorative wine from the handover of Hong Kong to the Chinese in ...
A: I'm afraid commemorative wines seldom have significant resale vale, simply because they are usually ...
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| Question | 5/1/2009 |
Q: My father was cleaning out the garage when he came across 20 bottles on Sparkling Burgandy wine ...
A: I'm afraid there's not much good to say about these as they must date from before the passing-off of ...
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| mumm pink champagne | 4/30/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1988 mumm pink champagne it was stored underneath my parents house (we live in ...
A: Your Mumm should be perfectly 'safe' as no wines ever deteriorate to the extent that they become ...
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| Moet & Chandon | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I am trying to find out if it has any value. I have attached a picture of the bottle. The label ...
A: Old non-vintage Champagnes aren't easy to sell because they tend to decline fairly quickly unless ...
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| wine values | 4/29/2009 |
Q: I have one wine bottle (unfortunately the wine cork leaked so the wine is no good) but the label I ...
A: The '71 Margaux would cost you €150 to replace in France, from these people: ...
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| value of bottles | 4/28/2009 |
Q: i have an empty bottle of chateau-lascombes margaux from 1966, and an empty bottle of chateau lynch ...
A: Sorry but I can't see any potential value in those as neither have collectible labels, unlike ...
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| They seem so special but are they too old to drink? | 4/28/2009 |
Q: My father was blessed enough to receive several fine bottles of wine as gifts from his associates ...
A: Your dad was indeed well blessed as this is by some way the most valuable (in its time!) collection ...
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| Port | 4/28/2009 |
Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
A: No, I still haven't got a link from you so there's no way I can see your pics, as I said in my ...
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| Valuation of Chateau Lafite-Rothchild 1954 | 4/27/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lafite-Rothchild of 1954. It has been in a wine- cellar in a house of ...
A: I'm afraid '54 was an awful vintage, which probably accounts for the colour. But it may have been an ...
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| 2000 Millenium Edition Cordon Rouge Methusela | 4/26/2009 |
Q: Good morning, I have a bottle of champagne still in the crate that has been kept in my closet for ...
A: This should be very drinkable indeed as large-format bottles always age better that little 'uns, ...
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| old wines | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I have about 10 bottles of old wine that my father stashed away and forgot about. In order of age ...
A: The Montrose level would be typical for a wine of this age so I wouldn't worry about that - but any ...
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| Drink or Sell? | 4/26/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Ferreira Duque de Braganca, Bottled in 1972. It has AAF on the glass and was 40 ...
A: You have a bottle of the definitive 40YO Tawny so this would have been fabulous in the 70s and 80s - ...
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| old wines | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I have about 10 bottles of old wine that my father stashed away and forgot about. In order of age ...
A: Your Montrose '60 was one of the best wines from a poor vintage but is now so old as to be difficult ...
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| Port | 4/25/2009 |
Q: I live in Australia and have a bottle of port "real cia velha" the label also says "vinho do porto", ...
A: I think this bottle should be appraised and valued professionally as I can't give a precise estimate ...
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| drink or keep | 4/24/2009 |
Q: I HAVE A BOTTLE OF CHATEAU TALBOT 1971 VINTAGE. IT HAS BEEN WELL LOOKED AFTER, BUT SHOULD I HANG ON ...
A: This isn't one to keep as it is now some way past it's peak but it should still be lovely if it's ...
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| 1980 Hermitage | 4/23/2009 |
Q: 1980 E. Guigal Hermitage Red Rhone Table Wine. I found it for $75 in Massachusetts, USA, and am ...
A: I think this would be a very risky buy because: 1: 1980 was a much better vintage in the Southern ...
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| ARMAGNAC | 4/23/2009 |
Q: I bought some very nice bottles of armagnac back in 2001, in Cannes, France. A recent person asked ...
A: Lovely stuff eh? Try one of these; they all stock Tariquet but I can't promise they have the exact ...
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| old wines | 4/22/2009 |
Q: I have recently accquired a few old bottles of wine and i'm wondering if theier worth anything since ...
A: I'm afraid most of the old wines I'm asked about don't have much value - usually because they are ...
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| Perrier-jouet | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of PJ Grand Brut that my husband received as a gift from work.How do I tell how old ...
A: It's impossible to date non-vintage Champagnes as these are blends of stock wines from several years ...
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| Port | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't find anything under that name so are you sure you have set the files to allow ...
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| Moet & Chandon | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I have one boxed, 75cl bottle of Moet and Chandon, Cuvee Dom Perignon 1985. It has been kept ...
A: Given the condition you describe, I think you could expect a catalogue valuation of £110/130 if you ...
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| Charles Heidsieck REIMS Champagne | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck Champagne REIMS that was from my mothers wedding back in 1969 ...
A: I'm afraid 40-YO non-vintage sweet (rich) Champagne wouldn't interest many buyers so I can't see any ...
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| Wine bottle | 4/21/2009 |
Q: I bought a wine bottle that still has wine in it at a garage sale a couple of weeks ago for $1.00. ...
A: $1 was about right if you like the look of the bottle and want to display it as a curiosity. But ...
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| 1929 Haut Sausternes | 4/21/2009 |
Q: David, thank you for the response. I've attached a picture of the front of the bottle and I'll ...
A: I needed to see them because Haut-Sauternes of this age and Haut Sauterne are easily confused ...
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| Old Chianti Drinkability | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I have a 1964 Brolio Castle Chianti. Could it still be drinkable?
A: I very much doubt if any '64 Chianti will still be drinkable but it would be impossible to sell so ...
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| Burmester Vintage Port 1985 | 4/20/2009 |
Q: We have obtained several Vintage Ports from 1963, S.V. Borges & Irmao (Junco Vineyard), but know ...
A: Although '85 was a lesser vintage than '63 I think you might get twice as much for this as it's ...
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| Chevalier de Bayard | 4/20/2009 |
Q: I have one bottle of Chevalier de Bayard 2001, Vin De Pays De L'Herault 11%, in a violin shaped ...
A: The '85 DP is a fine and valuable Champagne that should sell easily in the £125/150 range at ...
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| Borges & Irmao Vintage Port 1963 | 4/19/2009 |
Q: We have obtained several Vintage Ports from 1963, S.V. Borges & Irmao (Junco Vineyard), but know ...
A: This is generally regarded as one of the greatest of all Port vintages so I don't think you would ...
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| Chevalier de Bayard | 4/19/2009 |
Q: I have one bottle of Chevalier de Bayard 2001, Vin De Pays De L'Herault 11%, in a violin shaped ...
A: I'm sorry but I think you would find it difficult to sell this bottle of one of Pieroth's big-volume ...
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| quetion on dom p | 4/19/2009 |
Q: 82, 88 ! don't have the bottles in front of me but if it would help can get it for you. I just ...
A: It's always difficult to value old Champagne unseen so I suggest you ask WineCommune to appraise ...
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| Port | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
A: Sorry but there's no pic with your post; nor a link to any photosharing website. I'm still keen to ...
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| pol roger champagne | 4/18/2009 |
Q: I have a of Millesime Pol Roger 1979 Champagne. Its a commemorative boxed bottle H.R.H PRINCE ANDREW ...
A: Ki Kerry, I'm always reluctant to quote figures when asked to value Champagnes of this age as so ...
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| pieroth wines | 4/17/2009 |
Q: We were given dozens of bottles of wines that were purchased from Pieroth by our in laws. I have ...
A: It's not so much that I'm not a fan of Pieroth's wines as such; rather of their party plan direct ...
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| wine question | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of wine that my wife and I bought on vacaton in France. When we bought it the ...
A: I'm afraid I can't suggest an accurate value as it has long gone from merchants shelves but I'd ...
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| Champagne | 4/16/2009 |
Q: I work for a charity called www.toogoodtowaste.org We have recently been given a bottle of Moet and ...
A: I'm afraid I think there are two problems with this donation: Firstly, I don't see any reference to ...
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| Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne. | 4/16/2009 |
Q: My father left me a bottle of Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne. It was recently destoyed in a ...
A: This is something I think you need to discuss with your insurers as they have grounds to refuse any ...
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| 1969 Marteau Bordeaux | 4/15/2009 |
Q: I'm turning 40 in May,I have a bottle of 1969 Marteau crown claret bordeaux rouge.Do you think its ...
A: I'm sorry but 1969 was an awful vintage in Bordeaux which produced no wines worth drinking even at ...
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| Adet Seward Le Grand Cardinal 1976 | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I own a bottle of Le Grand Cardinal - 1976 Vintage produced by Adet Seward with a Appellation ...
A: Adet Seward is, or was, a negotiant - or merchant - selling wines under various brand names, of ...
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| 1982 Ch. Mouton Baronne du Phillipe | 4/14/2009 |
Q: I recently read your response to an inquiry about a 1980 Ch. Mouton Baronne du Phillipe and saw ...
A: This is a very different vintage from '80 so I don't think you'd have any problem selling these in ...
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| Value of Champagne? | 4/13/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of "Cordon Rouge" G.H. Mumm & Co. - Reims / France dated "1959" "Champagne Brut" ...
A: Several specialist wine auctioneers have offices in Los Angeles so I suggest you contact them to ...
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| Value of Champagne | 4/13/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Champagne which I purchased in the Ukraine in 1985. The label is in Ukrainian ...
A: I'm afraid this isn't Champagne, whatever the label may say, and it probably wouldn't be lawful for ...
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| What value keeper or no? | 4/12/2009 |
Q: Mr.D.Ling: I've recently discovered a bottle of MEXTAXA Greek specialty liqueur. It hails as the ...
A: Metaxa sweetened brandy isn't to everyone's taste and I don't think you'd find it easy to sell ...
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| 1888 wine | 4/12/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of 1888 madeira, vintage boal, that my grandfather left me. I was wondering if you ...
A: I've never come across an 1888 Madeira but old ones are collectible so this may have considerable ...
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| Resale Value & Selling | 4/11/2009 |
Q: I live in New Jersey, USA. Any help on where and how to sell and what price to ask would be ...
A: You seem to have missed my previous reply so I'll repeat it: ---------- FOLLOW-UP ----------Hi ...
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| Pol Roger charles & diana whats it worth | 4/10/2009 |
Q: We have just been given a bottle of Pol Roger cuvee reserve 1947,Charles & lady Diana 1981 special, ...
A: I'd rather not quote a figure for a Champagne of this age as so much depends on the condition of the ...
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| whats it worth | 4/9/2009 |
Q: i have six bottles of henkell trocken piccolo imported. it has a wicker basket like thing it was ...
A: These don't have any resale value I'm afraid as I don't know any lawful way for you to sell them ...
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| A Q? ABOUT MOET CHANDON | 4/7/2009 |
Q: is= cremant demi-sec moet & chandon, epernay-france the seal is gey but doesnt say brut and also I ...
A: Petite Liquorelle was an attempt by Moet to market a new style of drink in the cocktail market ...
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| drinkability/value of champagne/wine | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Recently I received a bottle of champagne: 1976 Cuvee De Reserve, Charbaut Certificate Brut Rose, ...
A: There's no sign of ignorance in your lucid question, just a commendable request for knowledge! The ...
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| Port | 4/7/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of"Gilbeys Triple Crown Port " it has a black label and what appears to be " V514 S ...
A: It's not possible to date blended Ruby Ports like your Triple Crown, although it might be possible ...
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| Value | 4/7/2009 |
Q: Good afternoon! I found a bottle of wine from year 2000 called "Corleone" which is a Pinot Blanco ...
A: There's an English translation of the technical stuff from that website at ...
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| camus napoleon cognac bi centenaire edition | 4/6/2009 |
Q: I have a porcelain decanter never been opened cognac intact!- boxed-22 k embossed gold and navy ...
A: Does it look like one of these: http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-1685.aspx#|price_d[vin] or ...
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| Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne. | 4/6/2009 |
Q: My father left me a bottle of Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne. It was recently destoyed in a ...
A: The only 1971 Moet still available is their de luxe Dom Perignon bottling, which I'd value at £350, ...
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| chateau pavie | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have inhereted a 1975 bottle of Chateau Pavie, Saint Emilion and was wondering if you have any ...
A: Assuming that your assessment of 'tip top condition' is confirmed by professional appraisal - ...
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| Jouvet Beaujolais | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I know absolutely nothing about wine, so please excuse me if this doesn't make sense as far as wine ...
A: Please don't worry about how little you know about wine as the whole point of AllExperts is to help ...
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| Vintage Wine/Champagne | 4/5/2009 |
Q: I have recently undergone a transformation in my attic converting it into a room. Upon clearing it ...
A: I would have thought any wine shop owner would have known that lofts and attics are the worst ...
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| Please help with a potential value | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I have one bottle of 1978 Chateau Frontenac Bordeaux. The lead cap seal reads "Turpin Freres & ...
A: Frontenac comes from the Entre-Deux-Mers area of Bordeaux and is a volume producer of rustic wines ...
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| Wine rarity/value/drinkability | 4/4/2009 |
Q: 1980 Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe en hommage a Pauline Baronne Philippe de Rothschild Cru Classe ...
A: This is a relatively minor Fifth Growth and I suspect the lack of retail listings is due to it being ...
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| Antinori wine | 4/4/2009 |
Q: I am from New Jersey and haven't been able to find this on the web. I have a bottle of Antinori ...
A: Antinori is a large and highly-respected producer so this might have been a better offering in the ...
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| bottles found | 4/4/2009 |
Q: Comte de Blanzac. EPERNAY. Top of foil round cork are 51-288.And 2 Lanson black label.No date says ...
A: I'm afraid 20-YO non-vintage Champagnes are too old for you to be able to open with confidence as ...
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| 1966 Italian Wine | 4/3/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1966 PINI wine produced and bottled in Italy by CERTALDO. It is in a fancy tall ...
A: Certaldo is a small town in Tuscany, where glass-makers produce a wide range of fancy bottles for ...
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| value | 4/3/2009 |
Q: David, I have a bottle each of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour, Premier Grand Cru Classe. One is from ...
A: I don't like the sound of that '76, which probably became ullaged as a result of cork failure - ...
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| croizet conac | 4/2/2009 |
Q: I have a presentation box of croizet cognac which includes two miniature brandy glasses the bottle ...
A: You haven't said what you want to know about this so I'm guessing that you have it in mind to sell ...
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| !970 Dom Perignon | 4/1/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1970 Dom Perignon. It has been stored in a cool and dark basement. I would like ...
A: This is from a good vintage but is now very old so I'd rather not suggest a value as so much depends ...
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| Q about wine | 4/1/2009 |
Q: inherited some 1979 Chateau Lafite Rothschild and don't know it's worth?? any idea??
A: These should sell easily in the $300/500 range per, depending on the storage conditions, the levels ...
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| Re: Value of Liebfraumilch 1986? | 4/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1.5L bottle of Black Knight Liebfraumilch 1986 1.5L made in Germany by Karl Albert ...
A: I'm afraid this wouldn't be easy to sell and I wouldn't hold out much hope of enjoyment now, ...
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| old wiene | 3/31/2009 |
Q: Hallo a sent this email from Belgium i have in mij Kelder a bottel of Chateau margaux Grand Cru ...
A: This is from a famous vintage and the top wines can fetch over $1000 per at auction, IF, and only ...
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| value on a wine | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I'm curious on the value of a wine that is currently in Georgia of the United States. The bottle is ...
A: Prelude is Tattinger's de luxe non-vintage blend, made exclusively from grand cru vineyards. It fits ...
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| about rare wines | 3/30/2009 |
Q: I have a un opened bottle of vintage 1967 mirafiore vino rosso chianti and can not find any. can u ...
A: I don't think there's much to say about this, apart from it being very old indeed for a Chianti. ...
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| port | 3/29/2009 |
Q: thankyou
A: Colheitas attract good prices at auction if the bottles are pristine in terms of level, label and ...
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| Grand Vin de Chateau Latour 1958 from Last Voyage of the Queen Mary | 3/28/2009 |
Q: My Dad offered me this bottle among others to auction off at my son's school auction in Sausalito, ...
A: I dunno how you're going to tell your dad but the Latour and Haut-Brion are both very old and from ...
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| fine douro port | 3/28/2009 |
Q: David, I was left a bottle of vintage 1927 fine douro port. Was wondering its value may be. The ...
A: This is from a very famous vintage so I think it would attract considerable interest at auction, ...
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| GH Mumm & Co. Extra Dry Champagne | 3/28/2009 |
Q: We have a bottle of G.H. Mumm & Co. Extra Dry Champagne that my in-laws had for a number of years. ...
A: I'm afraid there is no way to date non-vintage Champagnes as they are all blended from whichever ...
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| keeping wine | 3/27/2009 |
Q: although i have been drinking red wines for years i am now appreciating it more than ever. Our ...
A: Riojas are offered by many UK merchants who would be happy to recommend '03 Reservas or Gran ...
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| valuation ? | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Bereich Bingen Rheinhessen 1983 from Headquarters Sargeants Mess,Berlin could you ...
A: I usually pass on questions about German wines because I don't know enough about the many class wine ...
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| Wine Value | 3/27/2009 |
Q: I recently received a bottle of Chateau Margaux Grand Vin, 1986 Premier Grand Cru Classe. I was ...
A: I don't think there is any obvious and lawful sales route for you in NJ so you could either try one ...
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| Dom Perignon | 3/26/2009 |
Q: i have several bottles of Dom perignon champagne, years 1959,61,64,73,75 They are unopened i dont ...
A: I wouldn't call any of these 'garbage' but neither would I want to estimate a value for such old ...
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| Henriot 89 Champagne | 3/24/2009 |
Q: I want to sell 2 presentation packs of Henriot Vintage 89. Each pack has 3 * 150 bottles. The ...
A: I can't be precise with a valuation estimate as this Henriot is no longer available on the UK retail ...
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| Marquis d'Aulnay | 3/20/2009 |
Q: can you please advise whether this wine has a value. Marquis d'Aulnay Grand Vin Rouge de reserve, ...
A: I'm afraid I can find no mention of the good marquis's name in relation to wine so in normal ...
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| value of 1990 vintage champagne | 3/20/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet et Chandon Imperial Brut, 1990 Vintage and wondered whether it was worth ...
A: This was a very fine vintage so I don't think you'd have any difficulty selling this for around ...
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| 1934 Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin | 3/19/2009 |
Q: Dave, I have a single bottle, 1 pint 10 ounce, of Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin champagne with a vintage ...
A: This is from a good vintage but it is now VERY old indeed so this will only have retained any value ...
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| Paul Masson Rare Dry Sherry | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I found a small heart shape bottle of this wine with the crest above the name with the year 1852. Do ...
A: I'm afraid this isn't Sherry at all, which only comes from the SW of Spain, but a fortified ...
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| 4 wine bottles found in estate. | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I know nothing about wine so, I really need some help. My husband found some wine in an old house ...
A: I'm sorry but none of these would be easy to sell in the US as they are all very old for what they ...
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| Valuation - Champagne | 3/18/2009 |
Q: David My Uncle has a bottle of 1952 Krug champagne (with certificate/serial number)..is this of any ...
A: This is a rare wine from a fine vintage so the value would be somewhere between very substantial to ...
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| Wine Value | 3/18/2009 |
Q: I recently received a bottle of Chateau Margaux Grand Vin, 1986 Premier Grand Cru Classe. I was ...
A: This is a famous First Growth and '86 was a very good, if rather tannic and thus slow-maturing ...
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| old 1984 Bordeaux is it worth anything? | 3/17/2009 |
Q: I found an old bottle of wine at my Fathers'estate, it is a Chateau Puy-Jalon Bordeaux Superieur, ...
A: I'm afraid I wouldn't want to drink this for several reasons: 1: Bordeaux Superieur is a lowly ...
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| napoleon rothchild extra fine brandy | 3/16/2009 |
Q: we have a sealed bottle...i cant drink it...is 100 us too much?please call me
A: Assuming you're in the US, it wouldn't be lawful for you to sell this privately so I suggest you ...
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| bordeaux wine valuation | 3/15/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles of wine I would llike to know if they are of any value: The first is 1 1985 ...
A: Although some of the better '85s continue to drink well if they have been properly stored I'm afraid ...
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| K.W.V. Tawny Port 1929 in Casket | 3/14/2009 |
Q: I have a Sealed bottle of above wine which came in a Casket and was a gift to my late father in 1968 ...
A: I'm afraid I have no experience of selling wine in South Africa but I do know of one annual auction ...
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| 1928 piper brut | 3/14/2009 |
Q: My parents were given a small bottle (13 oz.) of 1928 Piper Brut Champagne(Piper-Heidsieck)as a ...
A: I normally need to know where questioners are before commenting on values or sale possibilities ...
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| 1977 Porto Pocas Colheita | 3/12/2009 |
Q: I purchased one bottle of 1977 Porto Pocas Colheita while in Portugal four years ago. I paid 75 Euro ...
A: I'm afraid I can't be precise with this as no stocks of this Pocas remain anywhere, so I have to ...
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| Is this wine too OLD to drink? | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Ronchi San Giuseppe, Cabernet Franc, from 1999. I bought when I was in Italy in ...
A: This is from a reputable producer in Fruili and the Cab Franc often makes wines that improve with a ...
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| Melnotte & Fils champagne | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1933 Melnotte & Fils champagne and wondered if it was worth anything, and even if ...
A: As you are so near to London I suggest you ring around the 'big three' to see if an appraiser might ...
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| ltd edition Paradis Cognac Hennessy | 3/11/2009 |
Q: I've been holding on to this cognac i obtained some yrs ago from my gfathers estate. I have several ...
A: This is a difficult one to value as this bottling is no longer offered, AFAIK. But as Paradis in ...
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| 1985 Vintage Port | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of VP labelled: DUCAL 1985 VINTAGE PORT Produced, bottled and shipped by The Douro ...
A: I've never tasted this, I'm sorry to admit, but your value guess is probably optimistic if anything, ...
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| Melnotte & Fils champagne | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1933 Melnotte & Fils champagne and wondered if it was worth anything, and even if ...
A: I suspect the bottle is probably worth more than the contents as I don't think there's any ...
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| 4/5 Pint of Metaxa | 3/10/2009 |
Q: Ling, I have a full, unopened, 5 star 4/5pint bottle of 84 proof Metaxa with a red sticker on it ...
A: You have a bottle of Greek brandy - a style of spirit that many find too sweet to enjoy, but others ...
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| wine value | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I have 12 bottles of wine that I purchased 25 years ago and am interested in it's value, if any. I ...
A: I'm afraid none of these will find buyers easily as the Pieroth party-plan company generally release ...
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| value of 3 wines if any | 3/10/2009 |
Q: #1. 1959 MARTEAU Crown Reserve Bordeau Blanc . Jean De Montelambert. #2. Tytell Europa Medoc 1966 ...
A: Did you ask Paul if he could help? This is so far out of my field that I'm reluctant to comment ...
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| J. & F. Martell Very Old Pale Cognac | 3/10/2009 |
Q: I live in Solihull, England and I have a bottle (suspect 70cl.) of the above. The label on the neck ...
A: This is one of Martell's standard blends made by assembling distillations of various vintages and ...
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| value of 3 wines if any | 3/9/2009 |
Q: #1. 1959 MARTEAU Crown Reserve Bordeau Blanc . Jean De Montelambert. #2. Tytell Europa Medoc 1966 ...
A: I'd need the full label text off these before I could identify them so please come back - also ...
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| 1976 Chateau Duhart Milon Rothschild | 3/9/2009 |
Q: I live in St. Louis, Missouri. I've had a bottle 1976 Chateau Duhart Milon Rothschild for five ...
A: I suggest you contact WineCommune as they are the only lawful sale route I know for single bottles ...
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| 1985 Veuve Clicquot RD (1998) Magnum | 3/9/2009 |
Q: We received a MAGNUM of 1985 Veuve Clicquot brut, recently disgorged (1998) gold label,"Millennium ...
A: $200 would be a good guide figure for a retail price, I think, so I'd be inclined to start the ...
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| Mouton-Cadet | 3/8/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Baron Philippe DE Rothschild, Mouton-Cadet, Bordeaux, Appellation Bordeaux ...
A: I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news but Mouton-Cadet is a commercial blend produced in vast ...
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| Bottle of Chianti | 3/8/2009 |
Q: OK, i was given a bottle of Chianti bottled by Bardi Ubaldo from 1969. I know NOTHING of wine, but ...
A: I bet the bottle looks better than the contents would taste! Fancy bottles are commonplace in ...
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| wine value | 3/6/2009 |
Q: I was given a bottle of wine from France as a gift. It is Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux 1985 Phillipe De ...
A: I can't give you a meaningful valuation because you haven't told me where you are or said if you ...
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| Champagne | 3/5/2009 |
Q: David My father died recently and left me with a bottle of Veuve Clicuot Ponsardin Champagne ...
A: I agree with you that it would be difficult to find anyone who might want to drink this but an email ...
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| Royal Oporto 1977 | 3/4/2009 |
Q: I have in my possesion a full case +1 bottle of Royal Oporto. Vinho do Porto Vintage 1977. I'm ...
A: I think it would be a good idea to sell this for whatever it will fetch as this is possibly the ...
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| Going to an auction | 3/3/2009 |
Q: So I'm going to an auction with vintage wines mostly french wines and wanted to know where I can ...
A: I can't help with values without knowing where you are - nor could I offer to value the whole ...
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| Murfatler. | 3/3/2009 |
Q: I recently received a gift of a rather curious wine called Graf Istvan. Now considering I have been ...
A: I answered a similar question quite recently that you may have missed: ...
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| Dom Perignon 1970 Vintage produced and bottled by Moet& Chandon , Epernay France | 3/3/2009 |
Q: A friend gave me this bottle in 1977 and told me not to drink it only for a special occasion or save ...
A: This was a generous present and your friend was right to suggest you kept it for a special occasion. ...
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| Taylors LBV port 1985 | 3/1/2009 |
Q: Iam trying to find the value of Taylors Late Bottled Vintage port 1985. I have 12 bottles given as a ...
A: This is getting a bit old for a filtered LBV I'm afraid so I don't think your daughter should count ...
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| Value of unique bottle of 1966 wine | 2/27/2009 |
Q: I inherited a bottle of 1966 wine. I will list all that I see on lable: 1966, Chianti Wine, Casa ...
A: You might like to keep this on display in memory of your benefactor but it would be impossible to ...
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| 1960s wines | 2/25/2009 |
Q: I have some wines from the 1960s, eg. gevrey chambertin, patriarch pere et fils, 1966 (half bottle) ...
A: I'm afraid I can't hold out much hope for any of these as they are all very old now for what they ...
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| vintage red wine pricing | 2/25/2009 |
Q: We were given a bottle of wine from a collectors cellar after his passing, but I am afraid my ...
A: Sorry about the fire; I hope you didn't lose much. I'm afraid the Valpolicella was very old and ...
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| value of collectable | 2/24/2009 |
Q: I am looking for a ballpark value of a bottle of wine I have. It is a bottle of Rhine Riesling from ...
A: I'm afraid I can't add much to the answer I gave here: ...
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| Ferreira Port 1977 | 2/24/2009 |
Q: David, I have a bottle of Ferreira Port that was given to me when I was christened. The bottle is ...
A: This was a very good vintage and Ferreira is one of the best Portuguese houses, who all tend towards ...
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| Chateux de latour | 2/23/2009 |
Q: A family member has inherited 25 bottles of very old wine dating between 1886 - 1936. Not sure what ...
A: The first bit of advice I can offer your family member would be to leave these bottles undisturbed ...
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| Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac | 2/22/2009 |
Q: I found a reaaly old unopened bottle of this. No date or markings, but a US Internal Revenue Tax ...
A: This is is Martell's flagship brand that currently retails in the $80 price range. It won't have ...
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| Bor Forras | 2/22/2009 |
Q: My husband will only drink a 'sweeter' wine, although not a desert wine. I have been buying him Bor ...
A: Lambruscos come in a range of qualities and sparklingness, ranging from the top-end Lambrusco di ...
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| chateau pichon | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of chateau pichon-lalande 1969 and was wondering if it is worth anythingor whether I ...
A: I hate looking gift horses in the mouth but 1969 was a notoriously poor vintage and I don't think ...
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| Martell Cordon Bleu cognac | 2/21/2009 |
Q: .. I am from the uk. my girlfriend was given an un-opened bottle of Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac a few ...
A: This is is Martell's flagship brand that currently retails in the £60/70 price range. It won't have ...
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| 1975 Echézéaux | 2/21/2009 |
Q: What is it worth how do I sell it I can email photos of the label to help you better identify it.
A: I'm afraid '75 wasn't a great vintage in Burgundy but you wine COULD still have some interest to ...
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| Vintage Wine Valuations | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I would like to sell 12 bottles of vintage wine, either separately or as a whole. I have no idea as ...
A: I'm afraid your doubts about these being past their best are well-founded but I think J Straker ...
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| Rouyer Guillet Napoleon Cognac 1848 | 2/21/2009 |
Q: I am in New Jersey, USA. I have a vintage bottle of "Rouyer Guillet & Sons Cognac, Genuine Napoleon ...
A: This is a valuable bottle from a reputable producer, but there's no connection with Napoleon, who ...
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| cognac | 2/21/2009 |
Q: What whould be the apoproxmate replacement cost of a bottle of couvassier-vsop that is from the mid ...
A: Cognacs don't improve or appreciate over time so a replacement would cost whatever the shelf price ...
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| champagne | 2/20/2009 |
Q: rene lalou gh mumm 1971 champagne,you asked where i live so you could give me a more accurate value ...
A: Old Champagnes are always difficult to value as so much depends on the condition in terms of level. ...
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| Bor Forras | 2/20/2009 |
Q: My husband will only drink a 'sweeter' wine, although not a desert wine. I have been buying him Bor ...
A: This is a difficult one because quality red wines are only sweet if made for drinking as dessert ...
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| Vieux Chateau Landon 1989 | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I have recently come across a 1.5 litre bottle of Vieux Chateau Landon 1989, Medoc, Cru Bourgeois, ...
A: VCL isn't regarded as one of the better CBs but. given the overall quality of this good vintage and ...
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| Inherited Dom Perignon | 2/19/2009 |
Q: We are located in the US, Southern New Jersey, near the Shore. My family recently inherited a ...
A: These are all very old for Champagnes, even DPs, but the three bottles with good levels still retain ...
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| Casa Vincola Bardi Ubaldo | 2/19/2009 |
Q: I was looking through some of your previous questions and answers on this subject but, never did get ...
A: I doubt if anyone in AllExperts wine section will be able to help you very much about the value of ...
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| Valuation and drinkability of 1962 and 1967 Nuits Saint Georges | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I have been gifted two bottles of Burgundy. One 1962 which is the year of my birth and 1967. They ...
A: Your description sounds very much like one of Mommessin's negotiant ranges, but I couldn't swear to ...
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| Valuation and drinkability of 1962 and 1967 Nuits Saint Georges | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I have been gifted two bottles of Burgundy. One 1962 which is the year of my birth and 1967. They ...
A: I need to know where you are before I can talk values but I can't see why anyone would want to buy ...
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| Selling a bottle of Taylor's port (1987) | 2/17/2009 |
Q: I live in England and have one bottle of Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas Port (1987) (75cl, bottled in ...
A: I suggest you accept any offer you get of £60 for this as '87 wasn't a great vintage and I think £30 ...
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| Heidsieck Dry Monopole 1915 | 2/16/2009 |
Q: My office, the salvation army in NZ, has been donated a bottle of the above champagne, would it be ...
A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a value for this as any Champagne of this age would only interest ...
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| best wines of 1969 | 2/16/2009 |
Q: I want to get my wine loving husband a 1969 vintage for his 40th birthday, I'd like to stay around ...
A: 1969 was an awful vintage almost everywhere so you really should only be looking in the only two ...
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| 1978 antinore soave | 2/16/2009 |
Q: we have a 1978 fish bottle of antinore soave. i can find other antinore wines and their values, but ...
A: Soaves aren't long-lived wines so I'm afraid little value remains in this. Also, you worry me ...
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| Chateau Baron Pichon Longueville 1980 and McLaren Vale d'Arenberg The Dead Arm 1996 shiraz | 2/15/2009 |
Q: I have 1 bottle of each.Please give me an idea of value and direct me to an online site where I ...
A: I'm afraid there's no such thing as a reliable personal on-line wine auction site in the UK in the ...
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| value of my bottle of port (if any!) | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of port purchased in Santa Barbara years ago. I think if there is any real value it ...
A: This is fairly well regarded among Californian 'ports' although it isn't a real Port, which only ...
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| Vintage '87 - Any good? Worth Antything? | 2/14/2009 |
Q: I have come across a bottle of Clos Du Moulin Fine Red Wine blend from Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina. ...
A: There are some lovely wines made in Argentina nowadays - especially their Malbecs - but I'm afraid ...
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| Offley Port | 2/13/2009 |
Q: Among some liquors a friend left with us because he was moving overseas is a bottle of "1951 ...
A: This is a Tawny from the 1951 vintage that was aged in wood until bottling in 1984 to produce a ...
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| Wine Values of Private Collections - more | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have one bottle left of the following wines, as well as a few more. I want to sell them. Can you ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't help with the Burgundies without knowing the full label text off every label ...
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| Margaux | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased this wine at an auction, can you tell me if it has any value in keeping, or ...
A: I don't think this would be easy to sell as collectors seek the classified growths rather than ...
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| Vintage 1950 Serchi Chianti | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have just come into the care of several wines that all seem to have some age on them. The one I ...
A: I'm afraid none of these has a high value or would be easy to sell as they aren't from top ...
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| Wine Values of Private Collections | 2/13/2009 |
Q: I have one bottle left of the following wines, as well as a few more. I want to sell them. Can you ...
A: I suggest you contact WineCommune and ask them to appraise these in terms of levels and the ...
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| Margaux | 2/12/2009 |
Q: I recently purchased this wine at an auction, can you tell me if it has any value in keeping, or ...
A: I think your negotiant blend of Margaux from 2005 would be fine to drink now and would probably ...
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| martell cognac | 2/9/2009 |
Q: i have abottle of martell cognac from the first world war it has no poercentage on botlle the bottle ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see any value here that would be greater than a basic Martell Cognac you could ...
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| sandeman1958 vintage port | 2/9/2009 |
Q: Taylors Quinta De Vargellas 1961 vintage port bottled 1964 in Oporto and a bottle of Vino Da Tavola ...
A: The Sandeman would cost you £95 to replace but I'd be surprised if it fetched anywhere near that at ...
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| Haven't got a clue what it is? | 2/5/2009 |
Q: just stumbled across your site and read your rpofile and think you might be able to help me, I've ...
A: The only UK auctioneer I can think of who would probably accept this would be Bigwood's in ...
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| 1989 Lanson | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Lanson Noble Cuvee brut 1989, I have no experience with champagne, I was just ...
A: This should be a lovely bottle now if you've stored it properly, lying down in a cool dark place, as ...
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| Wine | 2/5/2009 |
Q: Hi i have acquired a bottle of Commanderie St Johns Cyprus vintage 1927 i have done a search on the ...
A: I answered an identical question a few months ago so forgive me for copying my reply: Hi Charles, ...
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| Portugese Quinta Lisbon Wine | 2/5/2009 |
Q: I know nothing about wine whatsoever, and am hoping that maybe you can help me. In a box of older ...
A: I'm pretty sure you have a bottle of Setubal; a very long-lived sweet, fortified wine made in a way ...
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| Chateau Mouton-Rothschild 1969 1ere Cru Grand Classe Paulliac | 2/4/2009 |
Q: I and all my family are great french wine lover, my sister is turning 40 in america and i would like ...
A: Please think again about giving ANY '69 Bordeaux, red or white, to anyone who might drink it. It ...
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| Help with Port | 2/3/2009 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of Port that I'm trying to get some more information on. Ferreira Duque de ...
A: Duque de Braganza is regarded as the benchmark for 20-YO Tawnies and is priced accordingly as it is ...
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| Wines and Spirits | 2/3/2009 |
Q: Wines and Spirits After many unsuccessful searches I have come across you site, by accident. ...
A: All the spirits should still be fine as they last virtually indefinitely, provided the cork or ...
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| 1970 cruse & fils freres white bordeaux | 2/3/2009 |
Q: i have two bottles of this wine on my shelf and i would like to know if there is any value or reason ...
A: I'm afraid I don't think there's any possibility of an anonymous white Bordeaux blend from a ...
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| Valuation | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Pol Roger and Co Champagne, 1943, Reserved for Great Britain. I live in ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't think you'll find it easy to sell a single bottle of such old Champagne of ...
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| port | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Real Companhia Velha LBV 1967 reg number 28207 which I purchased in portugal some ...
A: The LBV is rather old now for what it is and would never have been very costly so I don't think ...
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| Courvoisier cognac | 2/2/2009 |
Q: I'm John from the U.K and i have a bottle of unopened & boxed Courvoisier cognac from the reign of ...
A: Cognacs don't improve, or deteriorate, with age like wine - if the cork/stopper remains sound - so ...
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| Remy Martin conac louie XIII | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I have a 1957 vintage bottle of Remy Martin Louie XIII in the crystal decanter and stopper. It is in ...
A: De Luxe Cognacs have become very difficult to value realistically due to the economic situation so - ...
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| Haven't got a clue what it is? | 2/1/2009 |
Q: just stumbled across your site and read your rpofile and think you might be able to help me, I've ...
A: Aguardente is the brandy made in Portugal that is best known in wine circles as the fortifying ...
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| Mark inside bottle | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I bought a few bottle of Penfold RWT 1999 and at delivery I realise that there are wine residual ...
A: I wouldn't worry about staining inside the bottle as this just shows that it was stored properly, ...
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| Chianti wine bottle | 2/1/2009 |
Q: I have unopened vintage 1967 Ricardo Giuntie Figli s martino, chianti wine bottle, it is 1 gallon ...
A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see much value in this, both because the wine is now very old indeed ...
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| Sandemans Partners' Port | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I have a miniature of Sandeman Partners' Port and it has a bottle number on it 400934, is there ...
A: Full bottles of this retail in the UK for around £7.50, plus VAT, but it won't have improved over ...
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| Sandemans Partners' Port | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I have a miniature of Sandeman Partners' Port and it has a bottle number on it 400934, is there ...
A: 'Partners' is a very good Ruby Port and one of the benchmarks of the Sandeman range but isn't ...
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| Moet chandon | 1/31/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Dry Imperial Champagne unopened 1964 Bottle Queens Label, ...
A: Good to here about the outstanding storage conditions your Moet has enjoyed. About the only ...
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| Black tower wine 1981 | 1/30/2009 |
Q: I found a bottle of 1981 Black tower wine from germany. I would like to know more infromation about ...
A: I'm afraid Black Tower is a brand of mass-market Liebfraumilch intended for drinking on release. ...
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| Valuation | 1/29/2009 |
Q: Good evening David, I wondered if you could help, I live in Norwich, Norfolk and I was wondering ...
A: I'm afraid giant bottles are difficult to value as few people have a need to serve 5 litres over ...
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| Moet chandon | 1/29/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Dry Imperial Champagne unopened 1964 Bottle Queens Label, ...
A: This was an outstanding vintage so if you've stored it properly, lying down in a cool dark place, ...
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| Hennessy Timeless Cognac | 1/28/2009 |
Q: I live in the Western US and we are considering selling our bottle of Hennessy Timeless cognac. We ...
A: This is so rare that I can't find any current retailer listing for it anywhere, world wide. ...
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| Lable Details | 1/28/2009 |
Q: Label details as follows 1/AMANDIO,S Old Rvby Port 1955. Matured in wood. Amandio Silva & Filhos ...
A: Taking the easy part first: The Noval '58 will now be past its best as it wasn't a great vintage ...
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| imported port | 1/27/2009 |
Q: David,I have a bottle of Fine Dom Port,Five Crown. 1927 vintage 20% by volume,copyright 1934 and ...
A: Sorry but Google should have taken you straight to http://www.winecommune.com/. They are the ...
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| Martell EXTRA Cognac | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 750 bottle of Martell Extra Cognac 88 proof with the numbers SG AF on the bottom. I know it ...
A: I'm glad you came back before you did an 'Opus One' with the L'Or! (What a sad story BTW!) You ...
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| Porto branco Sandeman | 1/26/2009 |
Q: My mother gave me a bottle of Porto Branco White Port It looks pretty old however, I do not see a ...
A: White Port is always blended so it is impossible to date more accurately than your mother's memory ...
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| Martell EXTRA Cognac | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I have a 750 bottle of Martell Extra Cognac 88 proof with the numbers SG AF on the bottom. I know it ...
A: Cognacs don't change after bottling as the ageing process only takes place in wood, before the ...
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| value | 1/26/2009 |
Q: I have recently aquired a bottle of Ayala 1942 champagne, and was wondering if there was any ...
A: This bottle looks in remarkable condition for its age so I suppose someone might want to buy it - ...
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| 1940 Gognac | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of ADSET 1940 VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac. Drink a lot of wine but haven't really ...
A: That's better! I didn't think of them when I read your original question but Adet Seward were taken ...
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| Old wine and sherry - is it drinkable? | 1/25/2009 |
Q: We found these cool old bottles of wine in the cellar of our home. I don't think they should ever ...
A: I don't think these would cause any harm if your son wanted to taste them - if he ever got that far! ...
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| 1940 Gognac | 1/25/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of ADSET 1940 VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac. Drink a lot of wine but haven't really ...
A: I've never heard of this maker so perhaps it's the name of a merchant who bought it from a Cognac ...
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| Port Wine | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of vintage 1926 Port. Big bold letters says Rich Full Port. Shipped by da Silva. ...
A: This is a curiosity because I didn't know that da Silva declared a '26 VP as it wasn't a very good ...
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| Value of Wine | 1/24/2009 |
Q: I have two bottles of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton-Cadet wines. One is 1985 Bordeaux and the ...
A: I'm sorry but Mouton-Cadet is a brand of table wines produced by the large Baron Philippe de ...
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| curious about bordeaux | 1/23/2009 |
Q: 2 bottles of bordeaux bottle read as follow. baron philippe de rothschild s.a,mouton-cadet,one is ...
A: I'm afraid Mouton-Cadet is a brand of low-cost blended table wines produced by the large negotiant ...
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| identification/value | 1/23/2009 |
Q: I was able to reference 1 of the 2 bottles I recently purchased from an estate. I can't find ...
A: I'm afraid many properties bend the truth slightly by writing their labels as 'LaTour' or some such ...
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| imported port | 1/22/2009 |
Q: David,I have a bottle of Fine Dom Port,Five Crown. 1927 vintage 20% by volume,copyright 1934 and ...
A: This is from one of the greatest of all Port vintages so it could have substantial value to ...
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| Champagne value | 1/22/2009 |
Q: How much is a boxed bottle of 1979 louis roederer crystal champagne brut worth? And also a boxed ...
A: The value of old Champagne is difficult to estimate without sight of the bottles as much depends on ...
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| Vintage Prot Valuation | 1/22/2009 |
Q: David, Could you please give me a valuation for a 1970 Vintage bottle of Port (The supplier is ...
A: This is from a very fine vintage but I'm afraid Gonzalez Byass are better known as a Sherry house ...
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| mumm champagne | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I wonder if you can help me. Im based in Bourne end in Buckinghmashire & I have a boxed, 3 magnum ...
A: Assuming these are pristine in terms of level, labels and capsules I'd expect J Straker Chadwick's ...
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| Value | 1/22/2009 |
Q: I recently recieved a bottle of whine and was just wondering what its value might be and if it is ...
A: I don't think you'll be able to get a realistic valuation of this without entering it - ...
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| Value | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I recently recieved a bottle of whine and was just wondering what its value might be and if it is ...
A: I'll be happy to help you get an approximate valuation but can't do anything unless you tell me ...
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| Rene Lalou Champange | 1/21/2009 |
Q: can you help me with a value of a bottle from 1969. i live in Riverside, Ca and would be willing to ...
A: This is one of the top Prestige Cuvées and was only produced in the period 1966 - 1985, until Mumm ...
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| 1979 Pieroth-Trocken Guldentaler Honigberg kabinett | 1/21/2009 |
Q: I have several bottles of Pieroth-Trocken 1979 Guldentaler Honigberg Kabinett, region Nahe, Germany. ...
A: I don't think these would be easy to sell - although I can't be sure as you haven't told me where ...
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| 1981 Moet & Chandon Brut 750 ml | 1/21/2009 |
Q: Does it have a collectors value and if so what would it be worth. Thankyou
A: I don't think much value remains in this in wine terms as most buyers prefer Champagne considerably ...
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| veuve clicquot | 1/20/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of veuve clicquot ponsardin 1973. I wondered if it has any value and if so, how do i ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see any great value in what is now a very old Champagne from a rather ordinary ...
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| Ets. Saint Ferdinand | 1/19/2009 |
Q: I was wondering if you know if my bottle of Ets. Saint Ferdinand is worth anything? Its a Courtin ...
A: Macons are usually at their best drunk fairly young and always in the first 10 years. However, ...
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| villadoria barolo reserva speciale 1974 | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of villadoria barolo reserva speciale 1974. It is in an unusual presentation bottle ...
A: I'm afraid fancy bottles of Italian wines are always made for sale as tourist souvenirs - displaying ...
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| Martell Cognac Brandy | 1/17/2009 |
Q: Sorry David, I forgot to tell you where I live with my last question. I am in Connecticut, USA. ...
A: Spirits such as your Martell Cognac are bottled after ageing in wood and last unchanged virtually ...
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| wine and migraines | 1/17/2009 |
Q: I am 35 years of age and haven't always had migraines. I love champagne and wine but because of the ...
A: I'm not qualified to offer advice in response to this question but the onset of a migraine reaction ...
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| cuvee dom perignon 1976 | 1/16/2009 |
Q: It is in its original green box and paper wrapper. There is slight damage to the box (one corner on ...
A: This was a fine Champagne in its day but many buyers would prefer not to risk buying a DP of this ...
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| Cristal Brut 1970 | 1/16/2009 |
Q: I just found an un-opened bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Vintage 1970. Was this a good year ...
A: 1970 was a fairly good year for Champagnes but they are all way past their best after so long - even ...
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| 1957 bordeaux | 1/15/2009 |
Q: I have a 1957 Grand Cru Classe, chateau Angelus, Bordeaux...when should it be opened or is it too ...
A: I'm sorry but this wasn't a very good vintaqge so I'm afraid you've missed the drinking window for ...
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| Wine Quality/Value | 1/15/2009 |
Q: I have a few bottles of wine that I would like to know the approximate valuation of. Since I know ...
A: 1988 was a fairly good year so there would be a reasonable chance that this St-E could still be good ...
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| Perrier Champagne | 1/14/2009 |
Q: I have a 6000 ml bottle of Joseph Perrier Champagne.It appears to be from the first third of the ...
A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a valuation figure for this as, although large-format bottles of old ...
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| Port valuation | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I wish I had the bottle in front of me, but here goes with the info I have. My father in law has a ...
A: This is a curiosity because 1944 wasn't a great vintage and Gonzalez Byass were never a great Port ...
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| Wine Value | 1/13/2009 |
Q: I have a 1969 Chateau Lafite Rothschild Bordeaux wine, it has been carefully stored during this ...
A: I'm sorry but 1969 was an appalling vintage so no, I wouldn't think this is "still" good because it ...
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| Taylor's Tawny Port | 1/12/2009 |
Q: I live in London and have recently been given a bottle of "Taylor's 20 Years Old Tawny Port", the ...
A: Tawnies 'with a statement of age' are bottled to suit market demands by assembling a blend from ...
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| Bollinger Tradition 1973 | 1/11/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Bollinger Tradition 1973 in original box given to me as a gift by Christian Bizot ...
A: I'm sorry but this is now very old for a Champagne; what a shame you didn't drink it soon after you ...
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| Vintage wine value | 1/10/2009 |
Q: David, I have inherited some vintage wine (listed below), can you give me an idea what the value ...
A: I'm sorry but this is a list of very old wines, mostly from poor vintages, that your benefactor ...
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| Valuation | 1/10/2009 |
Q: I was given a bottle of CHATEAU PONTET-CANET 1989 in a presentation box for the millenium from one ...
A: You'd be able to replace this today for £46, plus about £15 for the presentation box and delivery, ...
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| Marcialla RedWine / Zoni DI | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I have what looks like a presidential Donkey decanter The lable reads RED WINE / ZONA DI/ Marcialla ...
A: This sounds like a tourist souvenir you gran bought while on holiday in Italy - or perhaps a present ...
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| 1982 bordeaux | 1/8/2009 |
Q: A friend had shown me a bottle of 1982 Chateau de Cortis. Her deceased husband had purchased two ...
A: I have never heard of this wine and can find no reference to it in any of my books or on-line. That ...
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| 1964 and 2004 wines | 1/8/2009 |
Q: You're right - I don't want to spend €400 in fact I was thinking of maybe around €100, I would pay a ...
A: Had you thought of Port? Q. do Vesuvio's '04 seduced me to buy a case and is excellent value IMHO ...
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| A.de Luze & Fils | 1/8/2009 |
Q: I wondered if you can tell me if the bottle I have is worth keeping...The label reads A.de Luze & ...
A: As you are in the UK, it might be easier to start by contacting The Whisky Exchange ...
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| Information on Prasidenten-Gold | 1/7/2009 |
Q: Good Evening David, I was wondering if you can provide any information including value on a 750 ML ...
A: I'm sorry but German sparkling wine - or "Sekt" - isn't a wine made for keeping so this is several ...
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| A.de Luze & Fils | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I wondered if you can tell me if the bottle I have is worth keeping...The label reads A.de Luze & ...
A: This is certainly worth keeping as Cognacs keep virtually indefinitely, but vintage-dated ones are ...
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| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1956 | 1/7/2009 |
Q: In clearing out my late Fathers possessions I have found a bottle of the above in the coat cupboard! ...
A: I'm afraid this was an atrocious vintage - which might account for your father never opening it! ...
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| chateauneuf | 1/7/2009 |
Q: 1984 Chateauneuf-du-pape (vintage selection - St Michael) produced abd bottled by famille J R QUIOT ...
A: I'm sorry but Vignobles Jérôme Quiot is a large negotiant who blends and bottles wines for many ...
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| Dom Perignon Champagne | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon 1988 Vintage (Brut) Champagne. It is still in ...
A: This was a very good vintage but I don't know of a retailer in SA who stocks this DP so I can't ...
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| Valuation | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1964 Moet & Chandon Champagne Curvee Dom Perignon in excellent condition. It has ...
A: This was a good DP in its day but its value after so long will depend on how cool you stored it. ...
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| 1964 and 2004 wines | 1/7/2009 |
Q: You're right - I don't want to spend €400 in fact I was thinking of maybe around €100, I would pay a ...
A: I suggest you contact Fine and Rare (http://www.frw.co.uk/) and ask what they could do within your ...
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| SO SLEEPY 2 | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does wine make you sleepy? Thanks ANSWER: Hi ...
A: Yes; the body's reaction to alcohol is much the same, however concentrated it is. Table wine has a ...
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| SO SLEEPY | 1/7/2009 |
Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does wine make you sleepy? Thanks
A: In brief, because alcohol, specifically ethanol, is a potent central nervous system depressant, with ...
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| wine | 1/6/2009 |
Q: i have a bottle of 1957 white wine the label reads castelli frascati romani made by ...
A: I'm sorry but Frascati is a light table wine intended for drinking within a few months of release - ...
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| Moet Chandon Dom Perignon 1980 | 1/6/2009 |
Q: a friend has an unopened bottle of Moet Chandon Dom Perignon 1980....he has kept it refrigerated ...
A: I'm afraid '80 wasn't a very good vintage in Champagne and much DP was bought fairly cheaply for ...
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| Cheminaud Fine Brandy... | 1/5/2009 |
Q: My question isn't about wine, but since the wine category is the closest to it, here it is... My ...
A: Spirits don't change at all after bottling so this should be exactly the same as when your godfather ...
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| old champagne | 1/5/2009 |
Q: How can I sell a single bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, vintage 1942? And what would it be ...
A: This was a good vintage but is now very old indeed for any Champagne. It could possibly be of ...
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| Value of wine | 1/5/2009 |
Q: I have bottle Chateau d'Emeringes 1989. Beaujolais-Villages Primeur.Does this have any value? I am ...
A: Beaujolais Villages Primeur should be drunk young, within the first year of the vintage, but can be ...
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| Identify wine (if possible) | 1/4/2009 |
Q: Several years ago my cousin gave me six bottles of unlabeled wine from Italy. I would like to know ...
A: Try this: http://www.cantinedragani.it/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1 Anything from ...
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| 1962 magnum dom perignon | 1/3/2009 |
Q: I am in studio city, california. I have called numerous high end liquor stores in beverly hills and ...
A: This was a very fine Champagne in its time but it isn't easy to value wine of this age without ...
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| Krug Champagne 1962 | 1/2/2009 |
Q: I also have a bottle of champagne, 1962 extra sec, Krug & co. private cuvee, Reims, France. It ...
A: I think it could be very worthwhile contacting any merchant offering single bottles of any ...
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| champagne | 1/1/2009 |
Q: I live in the south west - bristol. Have found 2 bottles of old looking champagne - 1. Charles ...
A: I'm afraid lofts are the worst possible places to store wines as they will cook in summer and freeze ...
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| Brut Imperial Moet & Chandon vintage 1964 champagne | 1/1/2009 |
Q: My husband purchased a bottle of this champagne for our wedding night in 1971. We did not drink it ...
A: I'm afraid there is little chance that this will still be enjoyable after so long and I can't see it ...
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| Does this wine have any value | 1/1/2009 |
Q: While cleaning, I found a bottle of wine. This is what is on the lable. 1971 Gancia Valpolicella ...
A: I think your assessment is spot on: 1: Valpolicella is made for drinking young, while its freshness ...
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| Champagne | 1/1/2009 |
Q: David thanks for your response the label just says product of France. It was given to my wife's ...
A: I'll repeat your original question for the benefit of other readers: "I have been given 2 bottles ...
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| value of 40 yr old btl of Muscadet (se boit frais) | 1/1/2009 |
Q: We were given a 40 year old btl of Muscadet wine (France). On the back side of the btl is a label ...
A: I'm afraid Muscadet isn't intended for ageing so this is now decades past its time. I hate to ...
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| Dom Perginon Vintage 1955 | 1/1/2009 |
Q: My father-in-law has one bottle of this great champagne. He claims that 1955 was the best year ever. ...
A: 1955 was indeed a good Champagne vintage but I think FIL may be optimistic with the 'best year ever' ...
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| 1980 Certified Bottle of KWV Cabernet Sauvignon | 12/31/2008 |
Q: Just curious to know if this is so? Kind regards Lynda ANSWER: Hi Lynda, KWV wines don't fetch ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't find anything useful to add as this wine dates from the era when KWV was a ...
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| A bottle of Chateau Maillard | 12/31/2008 |
Q: I own a bottle of '64 Chateau Maillard and I wasn't able to find the current price for it (if a ...
A: I'm not surprised that you can't find a price for this as minor Bordeaux such as this probably ...
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| champagne | 12/31/2008 |
Q: My dad gave me a bottle of 1973 La Royale champagne approximately 20 years ago. The bottle also has ...
A: I'm afraid this is now very old for what it is so it's a shame you didn't share it with your dad! ...
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| 1929 bordeaux | 12/31/2008 |
Q: My father has a 1929 A.de Luze & Fils "Graves Superieur" Bordeaux wine that he was wondering about ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't see any value in any negotiant blend of Graves Sup of such an age, although it ...
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| Chateau Laroque 1990 | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I've been offered a Chateau Laroque Bordeaux bottle. Label Description: Chateau Laroque 1990 ...
A: I'm afraid I've never tasted this but my instinct suggests caution as it was a ripe, early-maturing ...
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| Champagne valuation | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1969 Louis Roederer Cristal Brut which was given to me as a wedding present 20 ...
A: I'm afraid '69 was a rather ordinary Champagne vintage and I'm not confident that your Cristal will ...
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| wine | 12/30/2008 |
Q: I am Stephen. I had asked Tracy to make contact with you to start the leg work. The Leoville is ...
A: The star here, by a distance, is the Las Cases as this was one of the best Second Growths of an ...
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| 1980 Certified Bottle of KWV Cabernet Sauvignon | 12/29/2008 |
Q: Just curious to know if this is so? Kind regards Lynda
A: KWV wines don't fetch high prices in the UK I'm afraid so I can't see why this bottle was thought to ...
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| Charmes-Chambertin 1921 Wine | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired a bottle of wine at an estate sale on the gold coast of Long Island, NY. ...
A: 'Potentially' is the keyword in your question as Barolet wines attract very high prices at auction ...
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| Wine Value | 12/29/2008 |
Q: My parents have recently been given a 1954 bottle of Louis Latour Maison Fondee by an old friend. ...
A: I'm sorry but Louis Latour is a very large firm of Burgundy-based negotiants, or merchants, and I'd ...
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| port | 12/29/2008 |
Q: The cork is dry and all intacked. The seller at the winery assured us that it was fine and was a ...
A: It was a lovely idea of your relation to buy you a Port for Christmas and I hope you'll invite ...
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| Wine intake | 12/29/2008 |
Q: I have got Cabernet Red Wine. his is the first time I am taking wine. Request you to pleas let me ...
A: Red wines are not normally diluted as that would spoil the balance of fruit, tannin, alcohol and ...
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| Red Wine 1970 | 12/28/2008 |
Q: From my late father-in-law I have received 2 bottles: 1) Chateau Pontet Canet 1970 Cruse & Fils ...
A: I'd have more confidence about the Pontet-Canet as this is from a far better vintage but both are ...
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| Were can I sell and how much is it worth | 12/28/2008 |
Q: I have a perfect 3 bottle box set of Vintage 1985 Dom Perignon. It has been properly stored since I ...
A: I think Magnum Wines (http://www.magnumwines.com/), Hart Davis Hart (http://www.hdhwine.com/) and ...
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| graf zoltan 2005 | 12/28/2008 |
Q: do you know how much a single bottle is worth my sister was left 6 cases
A: This is difficult to value for resale as Graf Zoltan is a brand of the Pieroth party-plan sales ...
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| Chevalier de Bayard | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I know you feel this Herault is overpriced, so do you have a suggestion for a similar wine? Since I ...
A: If you want to explore alternatives from the Languedoc I think you'll do better to go to a merchant ...
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| Advice on the few bottles of wine and liquors | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I'm not an expert on wines or liquors (apart from having tasted a few of them). Yesterday I was ...
A: I'm afraid whoever told you that 'wines. spirits and liquors will taste better as they age' ...
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| Wine Valuation Chateau Latour | 12/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1983 Chateau Latour ( Prem Gran Cru Classe ) Pauillac that I am thinking of ...
A: Assuming pristine condition in terms of level, label and capsule, I think you might hope for a sale ...
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| vintage champagne | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of moet et chandon champagne cuvee dom perignon vintage 1973 when my baby ...
A: The value of such an old Champagne will depend on the storage conditions and won't be really ...
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| 1959 Bottle of Rose d' Anjou | 12/26/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of the wine mentioned in the subject line. Does this wine have any ...
A: There's not much I can say about this bottle without knowing the maker but it is a sweetish Rosé ...
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| chianti campani | 12/25/2008 |
Q: we have a bottle that is one pint of Chianti Campani, it says that it is vintage 1954 and it is kind ...
A: I'm sorry but fancy bottles of Italian wines are commonplace as they are often offered in tourist ...
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| Is my inventory worthless? | 12/25/2008 |
Q: I work for a hotel in the southwest and currently have a large supply of Moet Chandon White Star ...
A: The very reputable auctioneers Bonhams have a representative local to you: ...
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| Is my inventory worthless? | 12/24/2008 |
Q: I work for a hotel in the southwest and currently have a large supply of Moet Chandon White Star ...
A: 'White Star' is Moet's extra dry non-vintage Champagne, I.E decidedly off-dry when compared with ...
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| Courvoisier Napolean 3 star Cognac | 12/24/2008 |
Q: David, we have been given a bottle of Courvoisier Napolean 3 star Cognac 70% proof with a volume ...
A: I'm afraid 3-star Cognacs aren't much sought-after by collectors as they are widely available in ...
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| St Emilion Baron Philippe 1985 | 12/23/2008 |
Q: we have a bottle of 1985 St Emilion Baron Philippe de Rothchild Bordeaux. As far as I know the ...
A: I'm afraid you would find it difficult to sell a single bottle of any negotiant (merchant) blend of ...
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| Graf Istvan | 12/23/2008 |
Q: Where can I purchase Graf Istvan or something very very similar please but not through Pieroth ...
A: I can't suggest a specific merchant near you without knowing where you are but most reputable ones ...
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| Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque 1988 | 12/22/2008 |
Q: Good afternoon, I have a bottle Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque 1988 - is still drinkable and what would ...
A: This is from a very fine vintage so it should still be lovely if you've stored it properly - lying ...
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| Vintage Port | 12/22/2008 |
Q: I live in Vancouver B.C. Canada. Also picked up a bottle on 1985 Vintage Port (Royalo Oporto Wine ...
A: I can't be precise on this as there is no retailer listing in Canada for this vintage but, basing my ...
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| Wine Valuation | 12/21/2008 |
Q: The wine I have is a 1977 St. Emilion Baron Phillippe de Rothschild. I live in Houston, Texas. The ...
A: I'm sorry not to have better news for you but this is a blended St Emilion made in an appalling year ...
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| Cruse Bordeaux Wine | 12/21/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Cruse Bordeaux. There is no year printed on the label. It does say: ...
A: There's not much to say about this: 'Appellation Bordeaux Controlee' simply means it was made ...
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| Valuation | 12/21/2008 |
Q: I have acquired a bottle of: Burgundy Victorian Hermitage & Mondeuse 1970 Bin No 209 Bottled in the ...
A: I'm afraid this was made in a period when Australian winemaking and labelling was a laughing stock ...
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| value of bottle of cognac | 12/21/2008 |
Q: David, I received two bottles of cognac when my aunt passed away and was wondering the value. On ...
A: I'm afraid old Cognacs are difficult to value as some wine auctioneers decline spirits. However, ...
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| approx values of wine found stored in basement | 12/20/2008 |
Q: I live in the States, recently came across the following wines that have been stored in a relatives ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't see a value in any of these: 1957 was a very poor vintage in St-Emilion and ...
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| Porto Rocha 150th Anniversary Old Tawny | 12/18/2008 |
Q: I have a 500ml wedge shaped bottle of Port in an oak box. "150th Anniversary" is printed vertically ...
A: A): I'm afraid I can neither confirm nor deny this but I have seen the claim too so it may well be ...
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| champagne valuation | 12/16/2008 |
Q: I have got a bottle of J.Demaret-Fagot Champagne from the Rilly la Montagne region. I was given it ...
A: Champagnes from small producers like Demaret-Fagot are often at least as good as those from some of ...
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| Dom Perignon | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon 1979 that has been for the most part stored in my basement. I live ...
A: This is an interesting question because I didn't know that Moet released a DP '79. So, sorry but I ...
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| Don Corleone Wine | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I have recently discovered 6 cases of a wine in an abandoned basement. The wine is from Italia ...
A: I'm afraid Soave and Valpolicella aren't intended for long ageing - added to which commemorative or ...
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| Borges&Irmao S.A.R.L. 1963 Vintage port | 12/15/2008 |
Q: We have a bottle of this port - Borges * Irmao S.A.R.L. vintage port, Alto Douro, 1963 and wonder ...
A: This is from a famous vintage from which the stars such as Fonseca are drinking beautifully now and ...
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| 1988 Dom Perignon | 12/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 1988 bottle of Dom Perignon in a sealed box. I've kept it in a cool dark cupboard if that ...
A: This fine DP should be at its peak if you've kept it lying down in a cool dark place - and yes, it ...
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| Value | 12/12/2008 |
Q: I have one bottle of Veuve cliquot Ponsardin 1970 brut Queens Silver Jubilee Champagne in top ...
A: I'm afraid the value of such old Champagne as this is difficult to quote as it is no longer ...
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| Schofield 1922 Port | 12/12/2008 |
Q: When clearing my mothers estate I came across a bottle of 1922 vintage Schofields Port. It has no ...
A: I'd start by contacting this very reputable merchant in Clitheroe: ...
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| Pieroth 1971 Ausbruch | 12/12/2008 |
Q: Mr. Ling I am cleaning out the cellar and found a Pieroth 1971 Ausbruch Szigetvar-Inserburger ...
A: In a word "no"! This might have been enjoyable around 1975/80 if you like the German style of sweet ...
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| 1977 Rothschild Mouton-Cadet | 12/11/2008 |
Q: Is the following of value in taste and/or dollars? Baron Philippe deRothschild Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux ...
A: I'm afraid Mouton Cadet is a commercial blend from a large negotiant, or merchant, that's produced ...
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| Value of wine | 12/11/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of wine that I would like to sell. The first is a 1947 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. ...
A: I could only suggest 'ballpark' valuations for rarities in this class as so much depends on the ...
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| Schofield 1922 Port | 12/11/2008 |
Q: When clearing my mothers estate I came across a bottle of 1922 vintage Schofields Port. It has no ...
A: This must have a value to Port enthusiasts as I only know of this shipper by name so it has a ...
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| some wine that I have aquired | 12/10/2008 |
Q: can you plse give me an idea on the quality and value ? 3 bots Gaudet St Julien 1983 - St ...
A: I can't think of a London merchant or auctioneer who would help you as the quantities and potential ...
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| some wine that I have aquired | 12/10/2008 |
Q: can you plse give me an idea on the quality and value ? 3 bots Gaudet St Julien 1983 - St ...
A: I can't help with values without knowing where you are as they vary so much around the world, but ...
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| Old Vintage Port Government House 1963 | 12/9/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Old Vintage Port from the company Sedewicks & Co Cape Town South Africa and would ...
A: I'm afraid South African pseudo-Ports don't enjoy the same reputation as the real stuff, which only ...
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| Croft 1980 Port Valuation | 12/9/2008 |
Q: My Father purchased me 2 cases of Croft port in the year that i was born, I have now been advised ...
A: I didn't know that Croft released a Vintage Port in 1980 so I assume you have their Quinta da Roeda? ...
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| chapagne valuation | 12/8/2008 |
Q: my wife has been given a bottle of geismann epernay brut 1964.the year she was born.which one would ...
A: 1964 was a fine vintage for Champagnes as well as for wives but I think the latter will have aged ...
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| mumm grand cordon special cuvee 1990 | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of mumm special cuvee grand cordon 1990. They both have numbers on, one is 005 ...
A: These are Mumm's flagship Champagnes and I don't think you'd be able to replace them for less than ...
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| quality of my wine | 12/8/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Barbaresco GIRI 1969 Is it worth drinking if it has appropriately stored
A: I'm afraid this is now an old wine - even for a Barbaresco, which can last for 20 years or more if ...
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| don perrinon | 12/7/2008 |
Q: i've a bottle of don perignon 1976 in presentation box in very good condition . firstly how much is ...
A: I think you could expect this to sell for around £300 if it is in perfect condition and suggest you ...
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| perrier jouet | 12/6/2008 |
Q: I have acquired a gift box of Brut Champagne Fleur De Champagne Cuvee Belle Epoque 1989 750ml ...
A: I think you'd probably have to pay at least $250 to replace this set, if you could find one. ...
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| Help with possible value | 12/5/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1993 Domaine Long Depaquit Chablis Premier Cru Les Vaillons. This bottle is a ...
A: I'm afraid '93 was a difficult vintage in Chablis and I don't think Long Depaquit made any of the ...
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| Red Wine - price range US$60-80 | 12/4/2008 |
Q: I was looking for a very good bottle of wine that is available in the New York (City) area within a ...
A: I think Ch Sociando-Mallet 2000 would fit your needs well as this is an excellent vintage and a ...
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| Wine Valuation and Where to sell | 12/2/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of wine that I was given 10 years ago and would like to see if they are worth ...
A: I usually pass on questions about Italian wines because the field is so big and complex but I can ...
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| 1947 Port question | 12/2/2008 |
Q: We received a bottle of port from a neighbor who was moving cross country and was unloading his ...
A: This is an aged Tawny from a superb vintage, or 'Colheita' in portspeak, and of considerable value ...
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| Taittinger champagne selection question | 12/2/2008 |
Q: Sir, My wife has requested a bottle of Taittinger champagne for her birthday. Although we ...
A: Taittinger are a large producer with extensive distribution so you should be able to find this at ...
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| Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port, 1977 | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
A: Again! (Hope you get it this time.)Hi David, Sorry to be a pain - but once again, no link was ...
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| Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 1977 | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
A: I suggest you contact Tech Support as your problem seems to be something to do with the site - or ...
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| Dom Perignon 1982 | 12/1/2008 |
Q: David. I have a bottle of Dom 1982, unopened, no box that I am interested in selling. I am in ...
A: This is a fine DP and should be easy to sell if the bottle is pristine in terms of level, capsule ...
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| Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 1977 | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
A: Copy as requested: Hi Hardeep, This case is probably worth around £350 at auction. Your easiest ...
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| Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 1977 | 12/1/2008 |
Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
A: This case is probably worth around £350 at auction. Your easiest sale route in the UK would be to ...
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| Lafite wine | 11/30/2008 |
Q: Lafite-Rothschild Pauillac v. chateau lafite Which wines are better?
A: The full name of the great Pauillac First Growth is 'Château Lafite-Rothschild' but the owners, ...
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| WInes circa 1938 - 1940 | 11/30/2008 |
Q: David -- Please excuse me. I ask this question of you before and lost the answer. Nor could I find ...
A: I remember Marlene asking an interesting question about wine that would have been served around that ...
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| is my wine worth anything | 11/30/2008 |
Q: i have a couple of bottles of wine which i had for quite a while could you please tell me if you ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see much value in the Chianti, which is probably too old now, or the St-E, which ...
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| Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 1977 | 11/30/2008 |
Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
A: This is a nice, mature, VP and it would be easy to sell in most countries at a price rather below ...
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| 1972 chateau martinet | 11/29/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of chateau martinet (appellation sables saint emilion controlee CRU ...
A: I'm afraid the best time to have enjoyed this wine was probably before the 1980s as '72 was an awful ...
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| Graf Istivan | 11/29/2008 |
Q: can you recommend a wine similar to pieroth graf istvan that i can purchase from a retailer in ...
A: You would probably do best to go into your local Oddbins and ask them to advise from whatever full ...
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| Valuation | 11/29/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1955 Heidsieck & Co, Dry Monopole champagne and was wondering if it was of any ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't see any value in a Champagne of this age, simply because few people would want ...
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| Mouton Cadet 2 bottle gift box 1988, 1989 | 11/29/2008 |
Q: Just recently found a 2 bottle box set of Mouton-Cadet Appellation Bordeaux Controlee Two Bottle ...
A: These are low-priced commercial wines from a large Bordeaux merchant and are now well past their ...
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| value of wine | 11/29/2008 |
Q: I would like to know the value of a 1976 Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe, Pauillac. I would like to ...
A: I'll be happy to help with an approximate valuation and appropriate sale route but can't suggest ...
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| Valuation | 11/28/2008 |
Q: I have a bogtle of dom perignon 1976 and Dom Perignon 1971. I am interested in selling them and ...
A: I think WineCommune will be the best and easiest sale route for anyone in PA as I don't think your ...
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| french wine value/ when to drink | 11/28/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of chateauneuf du pape domaine de saint prefert 1997. that I bought in Chateaneuf ...
A: As this was an average vintage in CdP and Ste Prefert had a reputation for producing relatively ...
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| 1979 Krug | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Krug (1979 vintage) that was purchased from the Chicago Wine Company about ...
A: It's very honourable of you to be concerned that the eventual buyer might be unhappy with the Krug ...
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| wine price | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of Mirafiore wine(Chianti classico) produced & bottled in Italy by Soc.An.Mirafiore ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see any value in these bottles - apart from whatever you think they are worth as ...
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| port | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Offley Port Baron de Forrester "1975 Reserve", bottled in 1999. I received it ...
A: This is a well-regarded 'Colheita' or aged Tawny from a single vintage so it should be at a peak now ...
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| 1979 Krug | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Krug (1979 vintage) that was purchased from the Chicago Wine Company about ...
A: This has now appreciated substantially and I doubt if the quality of your bottle would be in doubt, ...
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| Valuation | 11/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bogtle of dom perignon 1976 and Dom Perignon 1971. I am interested in selling them and ...
A: I'll be happy to help with an approximate valuation and suggest a sale route for you but this would ...
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| chevalier montrachet | 11/26/2008 |
Q: sorry i didnt say where i was, i live in birmingham england.And have some bottles of louis latour ...
A: Dunno what happened here but I answered this on the 22nd, although there's no record that you have ...
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| Quality of wine | 11/25/2008 |
Q: My knowledge of wines is very limited, so please bear with me. I live in the UK, and I have a ...
A: I'm afraid your friend probably won't appreciate this as a gift: 1: The country wines from the Oc ...
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| sandeman vintage port 1966 | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of this port and would like to know how much, if anything you think it is worth? ...
A: I would expect J Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny - who operate nationally - to suggest a catalogue ...
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| sandeman vintage port 1966 | 11/24/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of this port and would like to know how much, if anything you think it is worth? ...
A: This is a lovely Port that is now fully mature so it needs drinking soon. I'll be happy to help ...
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| Champagne | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I bought a bottle of G+H Mumms Reims cordon rouge vintage 1966 back in 1974 when I turned 18 I payed ...
A: If you also kept it undisturbed in a dark place at less than 55 deg F since 1974, then there's a ...
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| 1987, barron philippe, | 11/23/2008 |
Q: i received a bottle of wine & i wanted to know its worth.it is a rothschild, red bordeaux, ...
A: I'll be happy to help with an approximate valuation but this would be meaningless unless you tell me ...
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| Wine values | 11/23/2008 |
Q: I have three botles of wine that I would like to know the values of. The firat is a 1989 Sebastiani, ...
A: I'm afraid none of your wines is available anywhere in the US at the moment, in any format, so I ...
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| Vintage ports | 11/22/2008 |
Q: Hey David, I have recently come into possession of 2 cases of Taylors 1983 Vintage and 2 cases of ...
A: London Wine Vaults will tell you under what conditions your Ports are being stored. They won't ...
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| Vintage ports | 11/21/2008 |
Q: Hey David, I have recently come into possession of 2 cases of Taylors 1983 Vintage and 2 cases of ...
A: I think you may find it easier to sell these IB - assuming they are In Bond now - as this will save ...
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| French wines | 11/21/2008 |
Q: A neighbour has given me a couple of bottles of wine and told me they are "special". I wonder if ...
A: I'm afraid these may not be as special as your neighbour thinks: Mouton Cadet is a commercial blend ...
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| Porto Dalva House Reserve | 11/20/2008 |
Q: we have 6 bottles of 1934 Porto Dalva house Reserve , and 16 bottles of the same from 1940 all are ...
A: Sorry about your wife's dad. These have a substantial value that is difficult to quantify because ...
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| Rouyer Guillet | 11/20/2008 |
Q: box of Rouyer Guillet & Cie, Maire de Cognac, 1865 Vintage, Reserve de L'ange. I am located in ...
A: This is a fine Cognac from a very reputable producer and it has considerable value. But I'm afraid I ...
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| Paul Masson | 11/20/2008 |
Q: My inlaws were saving 3 bottles of Paul Masson Cabernet Sauvignon for many years. Before they ...
A: I'm afraid the only value here is whatever you put on these bottles for the memory. Paul Masson was ...
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| G. H. Mumm Champagne - 1925 | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I recently acquired an upopened bottle of G. H. Mumm Champagne. The woman I got it from said it was ...
A: I'm sorry but there is no value as such in a non-vintage Champagne of this age that is so heavily ...
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| Value of a sauterne | 11/19/2008 |
Q: I'm in NYC, it was purchased in Paris in the 70's at the great wine store on Ave Victor Hugo. Is it ...
A: 'Suduiraut' (I imagine?) is one of the great First Growths of Sauternes and '67 was a famous vintage ...
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| Wine value | 11/18/2008 |
Q: I have bottle of Dom Perigon 1990. It is still in it's unopened box. It's sealed. I live in ...
A: This isn't available from any merchant in OH as far as I can see but retail prices in other States ...
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| Value of Grange Hermitage | 11/18/2008 |
Q: We live in Canberra Act in Australia. We where given a bottle of Penfolds Grange Hermitage Bin 95, ...
A: Yes, this has a bit of value. Replacement would cost you around AU$450 so I suggest you invite your ...
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| Valuation | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I live in New Zealand and was given a bottle of Chateau Haut Brion 1977. I've struggled to find a ...
A: Laroche Bel Air is from the Premieres Cotes, an outlying Bordeaux district that can be very ...
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| Chevalier de Bayard wine | 11/17/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of wine I received as a gift many years ago. I never opened it. Just wondered if ...
A: This was an appalling vintage in France and I'm afraid there's no possibility of this wine, which is ...
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| Another Wierd Wine | 11/16/2008 |
Q: With the other wine I asked a question about not too long ago, I found another wine I can't find on ...
A: Jean Soleil is a well respected producer in Puisseguin - an important satellite adjoining St-E to ...
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| Mysterious Wine | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I recently found an old bottle of wine in the basement (good storage - no light about 11-10 degrees ...
A: Co-operatives don't usually produce wines for long ageing so I'm afraid this may be past its best by ...
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| BOLLINGER R. D. 1975 | 11/16/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of the above champagne. It is not opened the seal is still in tact but there is ...
A: There isn't another bottle available in the UK at the moment but younger vintages range from about ...
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| 1970 Vintage Port | 11/15/2008 |
Q: the following and updated my question with more info as requested, but you repeated your original ...
A: Dunno what happened here! I answered your follow-up promptly but you don't seem to have read the ...
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| Vintage Port | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of vintage port, both Grahams. One says MALVEDOS 1995, bottled 1995 in Oporto. And ...
A: You could probably replace the Malvedos for around £25, plus VAT, but the stunning '70 VP would cost ...
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| BOLLINGER R. D. 1975 | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of the above champagne. It is not opened the seal is still in tact but there is ...
A: I'm afraid sediment in Champagne isn't a good sign so I think this is now too old to offer the ...
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| Vintage Port | 11/15/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of vintage port, both Grahams. One says MALVEDOS 1995, bottled 1995 in Oporto. And ...
A: I'll be happy to help but valuations are meaningless unless you tell me where you are and say if you ...
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| wine | 11/14/2008 |
Q: David, I found your name as I was searching for a place to value/sell some individual botts of wine ...
A: I'm sorry this wasn't clear: Instructions by Expert: '... Q's about values and selling MUST ...
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| Valuation - Please | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I live in central Scotland and I was looking for a rough valuation for a bottle of Brut Imperial ...
A: This would probably cost around £35 to replace but I doubt if you would get that much if you wanted ...
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| don perignon 85 vintage curvee | 11/13/2008 |
Q: I am from Southend in Essex. On on my 40th birthday, i recieved a bottle of this vintage curvee ...
A: Sorry your doc won't let you drink this lovely DP, which should have years ahead of it as you've ...
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| Wine that will age well... | 11/11/2008 |
Q: I read that someone else wanted to know about buying wine for their daughter to save for about 30 ...
A: This is a lovely idea but you'll have to wait for a couple of years before you can implement it as ...
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| Selling part of my cellar | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I am located in the Chicago area. I have a fairly extensive collection of Mouton's Margaux's from ...
A: You've got some nice stuff and its good to hear about such good storage. Very approximately I'd ...
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| Hennessy | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of Hennessy with an intact tax stamp #45656947, I believe it's probably ...
A: Very helpful; thanks. VS is the basic Hennessy blend that retails for around $25 per 750ml in CA. ...
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| Selling part of my cellar | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I am located in the Chicago area. I have a fairly extensive collection of Mouton's Margaux's from ...
A: A good place for you to start would be to ask Chicago Wine Company (http://www.tcwc.com) to appraise ...
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| Hennessy | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of Hennessy with an intact tax stamp #45656947, I believe it's probably ...
A: I can't help with values without knowing where you are; and I'd also need to know which of ...
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| champagne valuation | 11/10/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of Moet & Chandon cuvee Dom perignon 1980 vintage, the bottle is boxed and is in ...
A: I'm afraid '80 was a poor year in Champagne and your DP is now well past it's poor best - although ...
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| port | 11/10/2008 |
Q: hallo Ik heb een fles port en ik wil grraag weten hoe oud die is. Het is een porto da silva ...
A: Hoi Tom, Vergeef deze machine translation, maar ik spreek geen Nederlands. Ik ben bang dat het ...
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| Valuation | 11/10/2008 |
Q: I live in New Zealand and was given a bottle of Chateau Haut Brion 1977. I've struggled to find a ...
A: I'm afraid this was hardly drinkable ever, at least not in First Growth terms, as this was an ...
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| Camus cognac | 11/8/2008 |
Q: we have found an old bottle of La Grande Marque cognac at home and would like to know how much it ...
A: I answered you promptly but there's no record that you have read my reply yet. Anyway this is what ...
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| Vintage Napoleon Gold Cognac | 11/8/2008 |
Q: I am trying to find out about this bottle of cognac. I had to clean it up to read the label and the ...
A: I think you should show this bottle to a professional valuer for appraisal as old Cognacs are a ...
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| Dom Perignon 1976 | 11/7/2008 |
Q: I have a single bottle of 1976 Dom Perignon which I purchased many years ago at Moet and Chandon in ...
A: This was a good Champagne vintage but I'm afraid this is probably past its best by now so my ...
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| very old bottle of Champange | 11/7/2008 |
Q: Can't find an age on it but I am sure its at least 60 years old. The name is G.H. Mumm& Co REIMS ...
A: I'm afraid there is little possibility that a non-vintage Champagne of this age will still be ...
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| valuation and condition of wine | 11/7/2008 |
Q: We have a bottle of Chateau Cap de Haut 1970. The U.S. representative is given on the bottle as ...
A: I'm afraid this is now too old for me to be confident that it will still be enjoyable but you might ...
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| White Chablis 1943 | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Hallo David, I´ve been given a bottle of white wine Chablis 1943 - in the middle of World War II -, ...
A: I don't like the sound of an oozing bottle of such age and I doubt if the fame of the Barolet name ...
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| 1928 Chateau Haut-Brion | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Mr. Ling, I have a couple bottle of wines that I am going to sell. I know absolutely nothing about ...
A: Please forget the idea of selling these yourself as that would be unlawful in the US. It would cost ...
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| 1928 Chateau Haut-Brion | 11/6/2008 |
Q: Mr. Ling, I have a couple bottle of wines that I am going to sell. I know absolutely nothing about ...
A: This is a valuable bottle but I can't tell you how valuable without knowing where you are because ...
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| wine value | 11/5/2008 |
Q: I recently went to a state sales and had opportunity to buy a few bottles of wine that it appears ...
A: I'm afraid all the wines you list are now rather old for what they are, would be difficult to resell ...
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| Pauillac 1998 | 11/4/2008 |
Q: We have a 250cl bottle of Pauillac 1998. Exclusively bottled for Domaines Baron De Rothschild ...
A: Small bottles from a negotiant - even one with "Lafite" in the name - are never intended for ageing ...
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| Camus cognac | 11/4/2008 |
Q: we have found an old bottle of La Grande Marque cognac at home and would like to know how much it ...
A: Old spirits are never easy to value as there is only a limited market for them because they don't ...
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| wines | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of 1964 Bordeaux Cruse from Cruse and Fils Freres. Just curious about it ...
A: Sorry but I don't think either of these is worth keeping - and you may not find that either contain ...
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| Where can I sell wine? | 11/3/2008 |
Q: I have a few bottles of wine that I would like to sell. I read one of your posts where you ...
A: I'd love to have these bottles; it's just that I couldn't afford them as the Latour, in particular, ...
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| found some wines | 11/2/2008 |
Q: David- I dont know too much about wines but I found a case of french wine recently in my family's ...
A: Haut Cadet is not a major producer in St-E but '82 was a famous vintage, when even some minor ...
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| Crofts Vintage Port 1955 | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have found a bottle of Crofts Vintage Port 1955 and would like to know its value and possible ...
A: This is a fine Port from a famous vintage but it is now fully mature and unlikely to appreciate in ...
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| Where can I sell wine? | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I have a few bottles of wine that I would like to sell. I read one of your posts where you ...
A: I can't think why you thought I might want to buy either of these but both are valuable wines from ...
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| roche lacour | 11/2/2008 |
Q: my mother has a bottle of 1988 brut Roche Lacour,methode fraditionnelle, blanc de ...
A: Roche Lacour is one of the better known brands of Cremant de Limoux from southern France and is one ...
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| How much is this worth? | 11/2/2008 |
Q: I found a bottle of 1983 Charles Krug Napa Valley Gamay Beaujolais in my Dad's old wine collection. ...
A: I'm afraid Gamay wines aren't long-lived - even the top wines from Beaujolais - so there's no ...
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| "Very Rare Cognac" | 11/1/2008 |
Q: The label reads: 4/5 quart Produce of France 80 proof This is bottle No 001511 of the Rare ...
A: I'm sorry but if this bottle has lost nearly half its original contents through evaporation past a ...
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| Wine values | 10/28/2008 |
Q: I have the following wines I have been holding onto for 8 years. Can you advise of their value or ...
A: Sorry about the typo in my first answer; I realised I was commenting on a '92 Burgundy; dunno why I ...
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| Magnum of Taylors vintage port 1976 | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I apologise for the lack of information. I live in the west yorkshire region of the United Kingdom. ...
A: Andrew Hartley Auctions in Ilkley hold their annual wine auction just before Christmas so they might ...
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| Barsac Wines | 10/27/2008 |
Q: I have recently been given four bottles of 1977 Barsac wines. The label simply says Barsac ...
A: I'm afraid '77 was an awful vintage throughout Bordeaux and even the great Barsacs like Climens and ...
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| KWV PORT 1963 LIMITED RELEASE | 10/26/2008 |
Q: I hope you can be of assistance, My husband had a KWV PORT 1963 LIMITED RELEASE PORT. he was given ...
A: I'm afraid it could be possible that the original valuation has become outdated as I can't imagine ...
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| Recommend a good birthday wine | 10/26/2008 |
Q: It is my husband's birthday on Tuesday and I have decided the only thing that will bring a smile to ...
A: Clos du Marquis is the second wine of Leoville Las Cases, probably the best of the Second Growths, ...
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| Recommend a good birthday wine | 10/26/2008 |
Q: It is my husband's birthday on Tuesday and I have decided the only thing that will bring a smile to ...
A: This is tricky indeed as you haven't mentioned a budget or said where you are so I have no idea what ...
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| 3 bottles of bordeaux | 10/26/2008 |
Q: however, a friend of mine gave me a 1970 Grand Vin de Chateau Latour; a 1966 Chateau Aboulor ...
A: No, I don't think it's a fancy "A" but a fancy "M" and that "Aboulor" is actually "Mouton". (See: ...
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| 1937 g-h. mumm gordon rouge champagne | 10/25/2008 |
Q: I own a bottle of 1937 gh mumm gordon rouge champagne that was my grandmother's .It has been stored ...
A: This was a famous vintage in Champagne so what a pity it wasn't drunk in its prime - say around ...
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| 3 bottles of bordeaux | 10/25/2008 |
Q: however, a friend of mine gave me a 1970 Grand Vin de Chateau Latour; a 1966 Chateau Aboulor ...
A: The Latour is an immense wine of very considerable value but I can't put a figure on it as you ...
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| ROYAL WEDDING GOLD | 10/24/2008 |
Q: I WROTE YOU BEFORE AND YOU WERE VERY HELPFUL. I HAVE THE BOTTLE OF THE ROYAL WEDDING GOLD TAG #5851 ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't think of a better suggestion than eBay for a possible valuation of this VERY ...
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| camus cognac | 10/24/2008 |
Q: i have a litre bottle of cognac Camus celebration la grande marque. bottle number 086021 c. i live ...
A: Spirit valuations are difficult because there is only a limited demand for re-sale. But I think ...
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| Valuation of Port | 10/23/2008 |
Q: David I have the following bottles of port: 1. 10 bottles of Cockburn's Quinta Do Tua 1987 Vintage ...
A: A: I think the Tua is probably fully mature and needs drinking over the next few years as '87 wasn't ...
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| Value of Vintage 1964 St.Emilion Bordeaux | 10/22/2008 |
Q: I recieved as payment for some drapery cleaning a 1964 Tytell Europa St.Emilion. Is there any value ...
A: I'm afraid you'd find this difficult to sell in the US (I assume from the importer?) so I can't see ...
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| values of old bottles of porto | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Hallo! I received from my grandfather two bottles of port and I'd like to know their value; KOPKE ...
A: EBay Italy is one of the few that accept alcohol so I suggest you have a browse on ...
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| values of old bottles of porto | 10/22/2008 |
Q: Hallo! I received from my grandfather two bottles of port and I'd like to know their value; KOPKE ...
A: I'm afraid I can only answer this if you tell me where you are and say if you want to know what it ...
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| Valuation of wine | 10/21/2008 |
Q: While cleaning my basement I uncovered a bottle of "B&G 1978 Saint-Emilion Mis En Bouteilles Par".It ...
A: B & G = Barton and Guestier, a very large firm of negotiants (or merchants) originally based in ...
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| 1978 Pieroth | 10/20/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of 1978 Pieroth, Qualitatswein, Blauer Portugieser. Because most of the ...
A: The Blauer Portugieser is a black grape widely used to make light red wines in the border area ...
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| Offley - baron of Forrester | 10/19/2008 |
Q: I've a Baron of Forrester "1963 Reserve" bottled in Oporto in 1986. My father gave it to me and said ...
A: Your Port is of a style known as "Colheita" - an aged Tawny from a single vintage; Offley are ...
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| valuation of wine | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lalande-Borie ---------Saint-Julien --------------Appellation ...
A: This is now rather past its best so it's difficult to value without knowing how it's been stored and ...
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| value of bottle | 10/18/2008 |
Q: I am from Boston,ma and have a 750 ml bottle of 1988 cristal rose by Louis roederer in a wooden box ...
A: It's difficult to be precise with any wine of this rarity and reputation so forgive me if I suggest ...
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| Charles Heidsieck Champagne 1962 vintage | 10/18/2008 |
Q: My mum has found a bottle of the above in my late Grandpa's garage. We are wondering whether to ...
A: I'm afraid there's only a slight chance that a Champagne of this age will still offer the prospect ...
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| 1989 chateau mouton rothschild | 10/16/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of this wine put away for a special anniversary that comes up every Nov. Wondering ...
A: I think this should now be at or approaching a peak as most reviewers thought it would evolve ...
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| 1992 Champagne | 10/15/2008 |
Q: Similar to a question that Paul sent you eariler, I too have a bottle of Champagne Cuvee Dom ...
A: I don't remember a Q about '92 DP recently but replacement cost would be in the order of $250. Your ...
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| Taylors oporto 1977 | 10/14/2008 |
Q: Fladgate and Yeatman, Oporto 1977 when I was a child and was wondering how much it is worth? I live ...
A: This is a very fine Port, as I'm sure you know, and it currently sells for upwards of £725 per case ...
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| Dow's Port | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of "Dow's 30 Year Old Porto" I purchased in 1989 after having it after ...
A: This is a high-class Tawny "with a statement of age" - which means it was blended to a style that ...
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| Chevalier de Bayard valuation | 10/13/2008 |
Q: I just found a bottle of Chevalier de Bayard 1985 Red Grape Wine stored in my basement. It was ...
A: Chevalier de Bayard is a blended wine from he south of France that's bottled and distributed by ...
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| E Remy Martin & Co | 10/12/2008 |
Q: Please can you help with the value of a bottle of E Remy Martin & Co Grande Champagne Cognac...It is ...
A: This is a popular and widely-available Cognac that would cost you around £25 in a presentation pack ...
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| wine value | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I live in London and have a few botles of wine that I would like valued. I will mention 2 of them as ...
A: I'm afraid neither of these would be easy to sell at these ages so I don't see significant value at ...
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| Value and Flavor | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 1981 bottle of Monsieur Henri Chau Yon-Figeac Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classe'. I recieved ...
A: Yon-Figeac is a well-regarded St-Emilion largely planted with Merlot but with a substantial amount ...
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| port values | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I have a Penfold 150th anniversary of Western Australia port of special release of 6000 bottles low ...
A: I'm afraid I can't quote a figure as I can't find a retail listing to guide me - but I don't think ...
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| 1943 champagne | 10/10/2008 |
Q: i just found a case of 1943 champagne. is it ok to open and try
A: This is now VERY old for Champagne, but it was a good vintage so there is some chance that this will ...
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| Valuing a bottle of wine | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I have recently come across a bottle of old port and would be interested to hear if you could give ...
A: I'm afraid 1957 was a poor year for Port; nevertheless Niepoort's Colheitas have a strong following ...
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| wine valuation | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of wine that I am trying to value for a charitable nonprofit auction. I don't ...
A: I can't be precise with valuations for these but $15 for the Weissburgunder and $20 for the Eiswein ...
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| Chateau Pontet-Canet 1923-24?, Chateau Brown Cantenac 1924 | 10/7/2008 |
Q: In a very dark corner of a wine cellar (Westmount, Quebec) we discovered an unopened case of Chateau ...
A: These are virtually impossible to value accurately as neither are First Growths and both vintages ...
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| A career in the wine industry? | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I am a 27 year old women based in Glasgow City Centre. I have worked for the past 10 years in the ...
A: You don't mention qualifications so I think you should at least get signed-up for a WSET course of ...
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| Wine | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Commanderie St Johns Cyprus vintage 1927 what can you tell me about the wine I ...
A: The old sweet wines of Cyprus are much sought-after by wine enthusiasts seeking this style but are ...
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| 1973 chateau mouton baron phillipe pauillac | 10/4/2008 |
Q: My husband received a gift of the 1973 chateau mouton baron phillipe rothschild pauillac, not a ...
A: I'm afraid I can only answer this fully if you tell me where you are as values and sales ...
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| Vintage port | 10/3/2008 |
Q: Should vintage port be stored on its side or standing, and should it be recorked at some point? ...
A: Like most wines, Vintage Port should always be stored lying down in a cool dark place and left ...
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| Champagne Valuation | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 750ml bottle of vintage Louis Roederer Cristal Rose Champagne from the year 1995. It is in ...
A: Good to hear this is still in its light-protective wrapper as this is crucial to the resale value of ...
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| Cruse & Fils Freres | 10/2/2008 |
Q: After hurricane Ike roared through Houston, Texas, one of my neighbors discovered a very interesting ...
A: Pouilly Fuisse is a famous and popular appellation of the Maconnais, which lies just north of ...
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| Bisquit cognac | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I would appreciate your estimate of the value of my bottle of Bisquit Cognac. Pictures are ...
A: This is a difficult one because: !: I don't like the look of the colour or level you've shown me in ...
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| Wine valuation, Dom Perignon 1947 | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a Dom Perignon, vintage 1947. We are planning to move to a smaller house and I have no good ...
A: You don't need to find your own appraiser as WineCommune will do the necessary as part of their ...
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| Wine valuation, Dom Perignon 1947 | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a Dom Perignon, vintage 1947. We are planning to move to a smaller house and I have no good ...
A: Yes, there could be a bit of value here. Actually, if - and only if - this bottle has been ...
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| Champagne | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Rene Lalou 1961 Champagne a few years back. Is it worth keeping or could I ...
A: there's no doubt about the date, eh, so that's interesting. I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's ...
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| 1959 Yago Rioja Santiago Wine | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of 1959 Yago Rioja Santiago Wine. Is it worth anything? Thanks
A: Sorry but this Rioja would now be far too old to have a value, even if it were from a top producer, ...
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| value of wine | 9/23/2008 |
Q: 1 each: 1968 Cos d' Estournel Saint-Estephe, 3 1970 bottles all A de Luze & Fils Pinot Noir, Cotes ...
A: I'm sorry you expected a fuller answer but I might have been able to say more if you had complied ...
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| Quinta do Noval 1970 | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I got two bottles of 'Quinta do Noval 1970' for my christening in 1984 and I have never found the ...
A: Lucky you! This fine vintage is now fully mature so you're right that it's decision time: ...
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| 1984 domaine de contenson | 9/22/2008 |
Q: ive 2 bottles of wine the first is a 1984 domaine de contenson and the second a chateau ladesvignes ...
A: These are both country wines from southern France and as such will probably have been at their best ...
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| red wine capsule tops | 9/22/2008 |
Q: can you please shed some light into the colour codes on the top of the capsules on french red wine ...
A: Many commercial wine producers in many countries use different colours on their capsules and labels ...
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| italian wine | 9/22/2008 |
Q: We have a bottle of Chianti Magni Italian wine vintage 1975 in a bottle with a Lione's head on the ...
A: You are describing a style of fancy bottle and presentation that would have been made for sale as a ...
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| Niersteiner Riesling | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I just received a bottle of this wine by someone who received it as a gift and has no interest in ...
A: I'm afraid your fears are well grounded as anything labelled simply "Niersteiner Riesling". will be ...
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| Vintage Portwines | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I am collecting vintage portwines. My oldest bottle is from 1833 I also have a bottle from 1890 and ...
A: What a lovely and valuable collection you have. There are really only two sources for what you are ...
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| valuation | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of champage 'planckaert grandjean' brut millesime 1990. that i got from my aunt's ...
A: I'm afraid single bottles of Champagne are never easy to sell if they are below the top level, say ...
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| cognac | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of; A.DE Luze & Fils / Three Crown Cognac / Selected and bottled by A. DE Luze & ...
A: Single bottles of regular Cognac, which this is, are never easy to sell anywhere - and sale would be ...
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| Lisbon wine | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I found a very interesting looking bottle of wine in my grandfathers basement. It is a figurine of ...
A: I'm afraid I have bad news for you on three counts: 1: This is an inexpensive red wine from ...
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| What can you tell me about this | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 foot bottle of wine that I know nothing about. Could you tell me anything. It is a 4ft ...
A: You are describing the type of bottle often seen in Italian gift shops and displayed in restaurants. ...
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| value of this wine | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I just got a bottle of wine from my grandparents house i would like to know if it has a value and ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see significant value here as this was from a fairly poor year, is now WAY past ...
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| Mercurey 1972 | 9/15/2008 |
Q: Just stumbled across your details after trying to find more detials on 2 bottles of wine I have ...
A: OK, the red is a negotiant Mercurey and therefore likely to be well past its best by now. But the ...
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| 50th Anniversary Bordeaux Superior | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I have 6 bottles all labelled as 50eme anniversaire, 1944 - 1994, liberation de paris. Bordeaux ...
A: These bottles crop up regularly on eBay France and other on-line sites with asking prices of Euros ...
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| Mercurey 1972 | 9/15/2008 |
Q: Just stumbled across your details after trying to find more detials on 2 bottles of wine I have ...
A: I hope your dad enjoyed these at their prime but I'm afraid that was some time ago, even if the red ...
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| 1962 d'Yquem and food | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I was after a recommendation for a dessert to have with the above wine. The only criteria it would ...
A: I'm sure you'll be planning that this lovely old Yquem will be the main feature of this meal so I ...
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| 1974 port | 9/14/2008 |
Q: Ihave a bottle of porto 1974 bottled in 1986 the label reads W.J.Hart Imported by S.A.J.RYST 32100 ...
A: COMPANHIA GERAL DA AGRICULTURA DAS VINHAS DO ALTO DOURO is better-known as Royal Oporto and was not ...
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| Value | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of sherry that was my Grandma's. It is a heart shaped bottle of Paul Masson Rare ...
A: I'm sorry to have bad news for you but Paul Masson is a brand of low-cost jug wines and their ...
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| champagne question | 9/14/2008 |
Q: We found a bottle of 1973 Reserve Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Henriot Reims Champagne in bottle ...
A: Henriot is a top, prestige maker so there should be a fair chance that this would still be enjoyable ...
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| Champagne | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Rene Lalou 1961 Champagne a few years back. Is it worth keeping or could I ...
A: This is an interesting question because I thought Mumm only produced their prestige Rene Lalou ...
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| Charles Heidsieck -Reims- Champagne | 9/12/2008 |
Q: Corner of label (where I presume a date was) is torn off. The only info left there is 'Extra Qty'. ...
A: I'm afraid it wouldn't be lawful for your mother to barter this bottle or sell it privately in the ...
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| cognac 1878 | 9/11/2008 |
Q: i found a bottle of 1878 cognac with some missing but the seals arent broken it is 1878 bonaparte
A: This should probably be appraised professionally if you hope to sell it but I'm afraid I can only ...
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| Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1955 | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1955 which has been kept in a box in an interior ...
A: Assuming your closet is cool - I.E. has never exceeded 60 deg F, that you have kept it lying down ...
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| port | 9/11/2008 |
Q: year 1999 thanks very much.
A: Quinta de Terra Feita is in the Pinhão Valley, in the Cima Corgo region of the Douro, and is one of ...
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| what would you pay for this list? | 9/9/2008 |
Q: please could you just give a ball park figure
A: Sorry but there's too much there for me to value, even if what I would want to pay in the UK is ...
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| wine valuation | 9/9/2008 |
Q: You helped me awhile ago valuating some old wines I had inherited and gave me some brokers to ...
A: Personally I much prefer to buy at live auctions when I can attend, inspect each lot personally and ...
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| Follow Up From Previous Question | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I recently contacted you with regards to a question about a bottle of drink, which you requested ...
A: I was happy to help, especially as it was such an interesting question, and look forward to hearing ...
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| Follow Up From Previous Question | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I recently contacted you with regards to a question about a bottle of drink, which you requested ...
A: This is a public Q & A site and I'm afraid I don't give answers by email. The easiest way to show ...
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| Tayles port & Ferreira port | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I wondered if you could help my parent have 2 Taylors Vintage port one dated 1978 & the other 1982. ...
A: I'm afraid none of these were great years so I think your Taylors will be one of their second-level ...
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| Old Wines | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I wonder if you could give me some guidance please. I have been given a bottle of 1983 Jean Claude ...
A: Lucky you! 1983 was a stellar vintage in CdP and your bottle comes from a highly-respected ...
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| j calvet and co vintage 1958 | 9/6/2008 |
Q: An old lady in sheffield has given as payment for work carried out on her property a bag of duty ...
A: Calvet were a highly respected family firm of negotiants that originated in the Rhone area but ...
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| 1975 leoville barton magnum | 9/6/2008 |
Q: What are the chances of this having aged well dispite being out of cellar for last 10 years would be ...
A: Certainly better than evens, unless you've had it on display in the kitchen as '75 was a tannic year ...
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| Hoopers Port | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I have 3 cases (wood) by 12 of 1985 Hoopers Port unopened; purchased and stored by me as a 21st ...
A: I'm afraid this is no longer available at any UK merchant so I can't find a retail price that would ...
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| Value of Champagne | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I have been given a half bottle of 1949 Louis Roederer extra dry champagne and was just wondering if ...
A: Sorry but the chances of any half-bottle of Champagne of this age still being enjoyable are not ...
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| cost of paul masson sherry | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of paul masson rare cream sherry cuvee no. 801c. Is it worth ...
A: Sorry but I can't see any resale value in any so-called Sherry from this producer, which is now part ...
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| value of champagne | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of Don Perignon that I would like to sell, and would appreciate an approximat ...
A: This is a difficult one because of their age and because so much depends on the bottle conditions so ...
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| wine valuation | 9/4/2008 |
Q: You helped me awhile ago valuating some old wines I had inherited and gave me some brokers to ...
A: I'm glad you found my answer helpful. Reserve prices are normally set at a cautious level with the ...
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| 1969 chianti classico | 9/4/2008 |
Q: found a bottle unopened wine the label reads GANCIA Chianti classico then in smaller writing (in ...
A: I'm afraid this is very old indeed for a Chianti so I don't think it would be easy to sell, which ...
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| Old wine Bottle shaped like Grapes | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I purchased a wine bottle that I was told it was blown glass, shaped as a cluster of golden color ...
A: You are describing an example of Italian glass making and I'm afraid I'm not an expert in this ...
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| Which Wine??? | 9/2/2008 |
Q: THis is RInku from Mumbai... I am a Vodka Person and try mostly all combinations of it... I wanted ...
A: I'm afraid I have no local experience of Mumbai but this page from Sommelier India may be useful: ...
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| G.H. Mumm 2000 greenwich merdian millenium champagne info | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I happen to come upon two bottles (750ml) of G.H. Mumm 2000 greenwich merdian millenium champagne ...
A: I'm afraid asking prices on eBay and values have little in common! I think WineCommune, who would ...
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| Wine value | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I found a bottle of wine that I was wondering if you knew anything about. It is Vintage 1951 ...
A: I don't think I'd want to drink a Chianti of this age, I'm afraid, as this is now decades beyond its ...
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| COGNAC NAPOLEON | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I try to find a cognac that was given to me as a gift while visiting Europe : COGNAC CAMUS NAPOLEON ...
A: Camus is a famous old family producer of fine Cognacs and there's lots about them on their website: ...
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| Value of a vertical | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Yes David, I was wondering if you could help me? I have a vertical of Mouton Rothchilds dating from ...
A: I think it's probably a good idea to sell the vertical as a single lot as the value of the very ...
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| Which Wine??? | 8/30/2008 |
Q: THis is RInku from Mumbai... I am a Vodka Person and try mostly all combinations of it... I wanted ...
A: The best way I can think of for you to explore wines for the first time would be visit a local wine ...
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| 1990 Bottle of Dom Perignon | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I was wandering what a 1990 bottle of Dom Perignon was worth? Would it be better it was ...
A: Too hot is far more damaging to wine than too cold so I don't think you have a thing to worry about. ...
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| 1990 Bottle of Dom Perignon | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I was wandering what a 1990 bottle of Dom Perignon was worth? Would it be better it was ...
A: Nice company that gives away DP! You could expect to get around $250 if you were to offer this for ...
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| Vintage port value | 8/28/2008 |
Q: About 20 years ago I was given a case of 1983 Vintage Vinho do Porto from Royal Oporto Wine Co (Real ...
A: The replacement cost of this case would be around £200, plus VAT and delivery, or in the order of ...
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| Value | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Wine from Cellier des Dauphins, Tulette, Drome. It is Carte Noir and Cotes du ...
A: Cellier des Dauphins is the marketing name used by a group of wine co-operatives in the Rhone Valley ...
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| Rothschild 1972 Mouton Cadet 3QT Red Bordeux Wine | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I live in Orlando, FL USA and have a 3 QT 1972 Mouton-Cadet Red Bordeaux Wine by Philippe De ...
A: I'm very sorry but I don't think you'll find this easy to sell: Mouton Cadet is a negotiant blend ...
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| Question on old liqueur | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I trust you are keeping well. I have found this website after a long hunt on Google. Whilst this ...
A: I'd like to see this bottle please before attempting an answer so can you upload a photo showing the ...
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| Rothschild Bottle | 8/25/2008 |
Q: David, sorry I forgot to give you the name and year of the wine bottle: CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD ...
A: I'm afraid 1977 was an appalling vintage in Bordeaux so this bottle won't fetch as high a price as ...
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| 1981 limited edition Charles&Di champagne | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of veuve clicquot ponsardin 1975 brut that was labeled for the Charles & Diana ...
A: This is very difficult to value as it is now very old for an ordinary Vintage Champagne and it is no ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/22/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
A: Sorry you had problems with the answer I sent as soon as I could and that seemed to upload correctly ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
A: I had hoped you'd show me a pristine Ch Margaux that might be worth as much as $200 - but I'm afraid ...
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| Appay Pere & Fils Champagne 1928 | 8/19/2008 |
Q: After reading some of your answers on this site I am now curious about a half bottle of Appay Pere & ...
A: I'm afraid half-bottles don't keep or age as well as larger formats so the odds on one as old as ...
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| champagne x2 | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I'm from Liverpool in England Thanks For your Reply Hope to hear from you again soon. Simon.
A: The main reason why I needed to know where you are is that Ayala Ch d'Ay from 1919 is very rare ...
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| French wine capsule top marks | 8/19/2008 |
Q: French wine sometimes has a green, red or blue top on the capsule with (I think) a Minerva's head ...
A: I can't give you a full answer, I'm afraid, as I don't know Irish legal requirements. But I can tell ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
A: I'm glad you got the hang of Flickr! I need you to have another try though with the Ch Margaux and ...
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| Dom Perignon | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I live in North Wales, Uk. Forgot to mention that. Sorry. So going back to my question. What would I ...
A: The current UK retail price of this superb Champagne is about £140, plus VAT. Storage at room ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
A: I'm afraid I can only see one bottle - a rather tired-looking negotiant bottling of Pouilly-Fuisse, ...
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| remy martin cognac | 8/17/2008 |
Q: David, I have a 750 ml bottle of remy martin fine champagne cognac vsop that dates between 1972 and ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't think it will be possible for you to sell this lawfully in the US as I don't ...
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| Valuation of 3 bottles of Red wine in my possesion, with a view to selling. | 8/16/2008 |
Q: 1)Chateau Haut Brion 1978 Graves Premier Grand Cru Class (specially selected by John Harvey & Sons ...
A: May I assume from the Harvey label that you're in the UK? (Come back telling me otherwise if you're ...
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| bottles in the basement | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I've found two bottles of wine in the basement. They've been in a cool, somewhat humid environment ...
A: Few serious wine collectors would be put off by cellar-damaged labels on such famous wines as these ...
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| Bottle Value | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of bicentennial bourbon in excellent condition, It was stored in a cool ...
A: I'm afraid spirits are difficult to sell privately in many countries but I'll willingly look for a ...
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| rothschild extra fine napoleon brandy | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 1/2 bottle of rothschild extra fine napoleon brandy that I recieved from my mothers house ...
A: I don't think this is widely distributed but Sherry-Lehman and Park Avenue Liquors, both in NYC, ...
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| rhine wine | 8/14/2008 |
Q: i have come across this very ugly blue concrete looking/feeling bottle of rhine wine,it only has ...
A: Your description almost fits that of a commercial brand of low-priced medium-dry white called "Black ...
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| very old champagne | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I bought a very old bottle of "Calvet Cognac Fine Champagne" at a charity auction 22 years ago Its ...
A: If you'll pardon the old joke: "if you want to sell Cognac privately, I wouldn't try to do it in ...
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| very old champagne | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I bought a very old bottle of "Calvet Cognac Fine Champagne" at a charity auction 22 years ago Its ...
A: This is a blended Cognac from a family negotiant, based in Bordeaux, that was highly regarded until ...
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| Storing Port | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 1979 Vintage Australian Port and have kept it Lying down, and rotating the bottle ...
A: It's good that you kept this lying down but I wonder why you rotated the bottle as this will have ...
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| Larsen Cognac Viking | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I noticed you provided some feedback on cognac in the past and was wondering if you could help with ...
A: I fear replacement would be difficult for you as I don't think Larsen distribute in Australia as ...
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| vintage wines of any value? | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have several bottles of vintage wine, wondering if I should get rid of them or if they are of any ...
A: Im sorry but I don't see the prospect of much pleasure from any of these so my instinct would be ...
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| italian wines | 8/9/2008 |
Q: do u consider yourself an expert on Italian wines?>
A: I have a broad knowledge of Italian wines and a good reference library so I can often help - unless ...
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| Champagne | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of Extra Dry G.H. Mumm & Co. On the neck of the bottle there is a date ...
A: This is a non-vintage Champagne so those numbers will only be an internal code. All Champagne ...
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| port wines | 8/7/2008 |
Q: David and thanks for your quick respons to my previous question! I live in Oslo, Norway. I would be ...
A: There is no Hooper '20 available from UK merchants at the moment but Croft is, @ £262 and £349, ...
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| Paul Masson | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Pinot Noir circa 1978. Any help n determining a vaule (if any) would ...
A: I'm afraid commercial Pinot Noirs, such as those from the giant Paul Masson organisation that's now ...
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| port wines | 8/6/2008 |
Q: David and thanks for your quick respons to my previous question! I live in Oslo, Norway. I would be ...
A: And as Vinmonopolet don't offer any of your wines I have no reference to guide me towards a selling ...
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| 1961 chateauneuf du pape | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I would appreciate your opinion on value and taste of the following: Top: jean pierre brotte ...
A: I'm afraid this is likely to be old and faded after this time, although 1961 was a very good vintage ...
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| 1958 Chianti | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My wife's 98 year old grandmother passed away and we found an old bottle of chianti in her basement. ...
A: I think it's likely that this was kept as a souvenir of happy times running the taverna as fancy ...
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| Moet Chandon Bicentennial 1976 | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon American Independence bicentennial 1776-1976, which I suspect is ...
A: I'm afraid your suspicions may be well-founded as this is now very old for a Moet - apart from their ...
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| BOTTLE WORTH ANYTHING | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle with a tag #5851 from the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles wedding it ...
A: The value will vary widely according to who made your wine and there are many with properties in ...
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| BOTTLE WORTH ANYTHING | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle with a tag #5851 from the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles wedding it ...
A: Johannisberger Erntebringer is a large Grosslage in the Rheingau but I'm afraid I couldn't suggest ...
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| Champagne | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 150cl fluted bottle of GH MUMM RENE LALOU 1976. I have looked after it as best I could for ...
A: I hope you only look at this lovely Champagne in a cool dark cellar as it may be well into decline ...
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| wine bottle | 8/2/2008 |
Q: hy, i ran across an empty wine bottle (without a label or identification) that has some interesting ...
A: I think you might find more help on a site devoted to bottle collectors as wine enthusiasts are ...
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| What have I got | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a bottel of french Bordeaux...all I know is that the bottle has printing on it of the D-Day ...
A: I must admit that I've never seen such a thing before! But it was clearly made for sale at an event ...
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| WINE TERMS | 7/31/2008 |
Q: WHAT Does it mean? lay down? open up when refering to wine>?
A: To lay down means to buy young, wines, probably in quantity, to age over several years (or many in ...
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| charles heidsieck champagne vintage 1973 | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I recently found this bottle of champagne. It looks like it has definitely been around. The label ...
A: I'm sorry but it would be difficult to sell such an old bottle of Champagne in the condition you ...
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| red bordeaux wine | 7/31/2008 |
Q: In clearing out my father's house I found a bottle of Medoc Cruse 1955 red bordeaux wine,from Cruse ...
A: Although 1955 was a good vintage, I'm afraid the chances of your generic blend from a negotiant ...
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| 1978 Chateau Fonroque | 7/30/2008 |
Q: Our son gave us this wine he received when he was a guest in France. It has Saint-Emilion Grand Cru ...
A: I'm afraid the chances aren't too good here as Fonroque wasn't a great name at this time, 1978 ...
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| 1983 +- A. Hardy cognac | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have an a.hardy vsop cognac that I purchased in 1988. What can you tell me about it? It is ...
A: I assume you are in the USA as I don't think the US importer Hardy's operate in the UK? I've never ...
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| Investing In Wine | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I've recently been thinking of ways to invest money, and one of the things which caught my eye when ...
A: I'm afraid investing in fine wine is something to avoid if you really are so lacking in experience - ...
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| 1980 Cheval Blanc | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I found a bottle of cheval blanc in my father's wine cellar. The bottle is in good shape. This is ...
A: Cheval Blanc is generally considered to be the wine of this vintage - but unfortunately that's not ...
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| Magnum of Red Burgundy | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I have a magnum of red burgundy - Monsieur Henri Selection, Chateau do Saint-Amour, 1971. I live in ...
A: I'm afraid the chances of this still being enjoyable after this time are low - to say the least - so ...
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| valuation on my chanpagne? | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how much a bottle of 1982 moet & chandon dry imperial rose is ...
A: If this bottle has always been stored in a cool dark place then, but only then, this old Champagne ...
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| Valpolicella Classico | 7/25/2008 |
Q: What foods go best with with Italian wine?
A: Valpolicella is a light-bodied red that would be swamped by strong flavours so I'd serve it with a ...
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| Piesporter Goldtropfchen | 7/25/2008 |
Q: What foods go best with this German wine?
A: Personally I wouldn't want to serve this with food and would prefer to follow the German style by ...
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| Royal Oporto | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of Royal Oporto vintage 1963. It is in good condition still sealed and is ...
A: I'm afraid this Royal Oporto is generally considered to be the worst wine of an otherwise-excellent ...
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| Storage of port wine after opening | 7/25/2008 |
Q: Should port be refrigerated or not after opening? We didn't finish a bottle of port and I don't ...
A: Opened bottles always keep better if they are resealed securely and kept in the fridge. And the ...
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| Chianti Magni 1980 | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1980 Chianti Magni, the bottle is shaped as a rifle about three feet high and is ...
A: I'm sorry but not only is Chianti intended for drinking fairly young, say within 10 years of the ...
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| 1890 Antonio Jose Da Silva Port | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1890 Antonio Jose Da Silva, Portugal Port. Shows it was imported into U.S. by ...
A: I'm intrigued by your question as 1890 Ports are extremely rare - although I suspect this is an aged ...
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| Royal Oporto Vintage Port 1945 | 7/22/2008 |
Q: Could you give me some advice what I can do with this ? I am not a port drinker - could I sell it ? ...
A: This is a very famous vintage and, although Royal Oporto's reputation slipped badly in the '70s, I'm ...
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| Wine value | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lascombes Margaux vintage 1980. The bottle & label are in excellent ...
A: I'm afraid this dates from a very poor period in Lascombes history so I don't think many wine ...
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| value of wine | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Red Bordeaux it is 1962. As far as I can tell it's a monsieur henri Selection - ...
A: I assume you are in the US from the reference to Monsieur Henri Selections? If so, it would be very ...
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| wine | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I've got a bottle of chateu marquex form 1929 and we have the lable but it is falling off and I was ...
A: I hope for your sake that there's a typo in your question and that you really have a Ch Margaux '29 ...
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| Pieroth Gold | 7/20/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Pieroth Gold Sekt Dry wine by Ferdinand Pieroth in a Gold encrusted (not sure of ...
A: Sekt is the German term for sparkling wine, mostly made there by blending local Riesling, Pinot ...
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| 1989 Chateau Lafit Rothchild | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I would like to know your advise on what price to ask for my 1989 Rothschild. It is in perfect ...
A: I'm in the UK, where selling wine personally is both easy and lawful so you'll understand that I've ...
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| 1970 Sandemans Port | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I have a single bottle of 1970 Sandemans port and have no idea whether it is worth hanging onto or ...
A: This is a fine VP from a fine vintage that's drinking well but will stay so for several years yet if ...
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| J&F Martell brandy | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I have tryed to find its age as J&F are not on Martell now but i have not found anything out. Could ...
A: I'm afraid it is almost impossible to date cognacs as they are normally blends of several year's ...
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| 1989 Chateau Lafit Rothchild | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I would like to know your advise on what price to ask for my 1989 Rothschild. It is in perfect ...
A: It would only be lawful for you to sell this to a merchant or via an auction house - and I think ...
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| Wine | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of Chateau Siran Margaux, Grand Cru Exceptionnel 1975. Would it be ...
A: I can't speak from personal experience of this wine, but 1975 is famous (or notorious!) as a tannic ...
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| Chevre Noire | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of red table wine from 1934 RESERVE DE LA CHEVRE NOIRE # 000453. It has a goat on ...
A: You have an antique here as very few wines from this good Burgundy remain in existence - but only a ...
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| wine values | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I think they are worth far less here than in Europe or USA. Lafite Rothschild 1988 Solaia Marchesi ...
A: the lowest current retail prices in Australia are: Lafite Rothschild 1988 - AU$895. Solaia ...
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| Korbel Champagnes Commemorative 12-Liter Bottle | 7/15/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me the value of this 12-Liter commemorative bottle in the presentation case also known ...
A: I'm afraid it would just go to show how good Korbel's marketing is if they actually managed to sell ...
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| wine values | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I think they are worth far less here than in Europe or USA. Lafite Rothschild 1988 Solaia Marchesi ...
A: This is an interesting and valuable collection and I'll be happy to look up Australian prices for ...
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| champagne | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of champagne that I am curious to know if they are worth anything. The 1st is 1985 ...
A: I can't find a current listing for this Cristal Rosé but as the blanc sells for around $500 and the ...
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| Korbel Champagnes Commemorative 12-Liter Bottle | 7/14/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me the value of this 12-Liter commemorative bottle in the presentation case also known ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't find a retail price reference for this low-priced Californian sparkling wine - ...
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| 1982 and 1985 Chevalier Lascombes | 7/14/2008 |
Q: my previous question. I'm in Chicago, IL and would be curious to know replacement costs for this ...
A: Chevalier Lascombes is this property's second wine, I.E. made from grapes not thought to be of the ...
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| 20 y/o Napa Valley Port | 7/13/2008 |
Q: What do you think the shelf life of this port is? I bought it in Napa Valley in 1992, or so. I have ...
A: Tawny Ports are usually intended for drinking within a few years of release so I don't think you'll ...
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| Galleon / prinier cognac | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I am curious did you get an answer from Prunier thanks Yves
A: I'm sorry but I have no recollection that I was asking Prunier to help you about something but it ...
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| hoopers port | 7/12/2008 |
Q: currently in dublin Ireland but make regular trips to the uk so how do i go about selling my wine ...
A: I think you'd do better to sell these through J Straker Chadwick in Abergavenny than in Ireland - ...
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| lafite auction price | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Lafite Rothschild 1998 that I purchased new upon release and they have been ...
A: The current retail cost of replacements in the US would be $600/750 each, plus taxes, depending on ...
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| Wines and Steak Diane | 7/10/2008 |
Q: David, your statement that Steak Diane didn't exist until about 1950 is exactly the kind of ...
A: I think you should ask one of my American colleagues to suggest historically-accurate dishes that ...
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| Saxonvale "Greyhound Sport Collection" Port | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have an authentic box of 4 Saxonvale Port (1979) from their Greyhound Sport Collection. The 4 ...
A: This wine is no longer available from any retailer I know of so I can't suggest a value but I'm sure ...
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| 1961 latour bordeaux | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 1961 bottle of latour that my Father -in -law bought years ago....he just gave it to my ...
A: , This is a famous and very valuable wine so it should be easy to sell. The easiest lawful route ...
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| bordeaux wines | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I recently received 2 bottles of Bordeaux wine as a gift. They are Chateau La Tournerie 1972. It ...
A: I'm afraid these are both from poor vintages - especially the '72 - and are now very old for what ...
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| Chateauneuf Du Pape controlle 1979 Domaine Des Rozets | 7/6/2008 |
Q: in good (not brilliant) condition and wondered what is worth (approx) It looks like alimited release ...
A: This is an interesting one as I have never come across a CdP from this producer, who is best-known ...
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| Does this wine have a value | 7/5/2008 |
Q: Ling: My friend was cleaning out an old home and found a bottle of 1977 Chateau Mouton Baronne ...
A: I'm sorry but 1977 is generally regarded as the worst vintage of that decade so this bottle would ...
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| Value -1991 Bordeaux | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I discovered 2 bottles of Bordeaux with 1991 Rugby World Cup and badges on them. Do they have any ...
A: I'm sorry but souvenir bottles seldom interest wine enthusiasts because they seldom contain fine ...
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| liquor & wine | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Yes, I am wishing to inquire about Rare Eagle and Mumm Cognac. My daughter purchased a home in the ...
A: I'm afraid your daughter may not find it easy to sell these as few merchants or auctioneers will be ...
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| 55 Chateau Haut-Brion & 61 Lafite-Rothschild | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I will be attending an auction in about 1 week and read in the flyer that a bottle of 1955 Chateau ...
A: No there's surprise! I didn't even know it was lawful for estate sales in the US to included ...
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| 55 Chateau Haut-Brion & 61 Lafite-Rothschild | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I will be attending an auction in about 1 week and read in the flyer that a bottle of 1955 Chateau ...
A: You'll find it easier to resell if the labels and capsules are complete and there is no sign of ...
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| Champagne! | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I live in West London and have a magnum of Cristal Champagne from 1994. The bottles are in ...
A: I only know of one UK merchant who lists this - at £550 - so that's what a replacement would cost. ...
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| chateau lagrane 1978 | 7/2/2008 |
Q: Do you think they will be ok to drink. Many Thanks Susan
A: I'm afraid I wouldn't be confident that either of these will still be very enjoyable as they are ...
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| liquor & wine | 7/2/2008 |
Q: Yes, I am wishing to inquire about Rare Eagle and Mumm Cognac. My daughter purchased a home in the ...
A: I'd be happy to look at your list here but I don't take phone calls - even if you wanted to call the ...
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| selling/valueing port | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I wrote to you recently regarding some taylors port bottled in 1950's.(question dated 12/06/08) I ...
A: Good to hear from you again - especially as I think you've chosen the same option as I would have in ...
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| Martell VSOP | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I'm particularly interested in vintage Liquor investment, esp in Martell VSOP. I was told that 10-20 ...
A: I'm afraid vintage brandies wouldn't be my choice for investment for several reasons: 1: They are ...
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| Hunting Port wine | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Have you heard of a hunting port wine? If so where can I find it? My wife remembers loving it years ...
A: Harvey's of Bristol used to make a Hunting Port, but I've heard of other makers too - although not ...
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| port | 7/1/2008 |
Q: was wondering what this would be worth on the market today.
A: Sorry but I can't find a retailer listing for this so I have no reference for a value. But Isle of ...
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| bottle of Le Piat D'or from 1971 | 6/30/2008 |
Q: My Mum had this hidden in her closet is it still good
A: Le Piat D'or is a low-priced French table wine that's made in a semi-sweet style for supermarket ...
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| Bordeaux Valuation | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1986 Chateau Villars Fronsac bottle number 33652 - what do you think it's worth? ...
A: Villars is a respected Fronsac made from 70% Merlot and a mix of cabs that sells for around £10. And ...
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| Manzanilla Pasada | 6/28/2008 |
Q: I reproduce first an answer you gave to a question on 27/12/2005. Following this is myExpert: David ...
A: I'm afraid I can't add much - except to say that Manzanilla is the lightest and most delicate of ...
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| valuation of 2 bottles of 1969 bordeaux | 6/26/2008 |
Q: My husband recently died and I have been going through various items in the house. I have come ...
A: I'm sorry but these are both very old minor wines from a very poor vintage so I don't think you'd ...
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| wine | 6/25/2008 |
Q: My question is regarding a bottle of wine I have come across. I found a 1953 vintage Chianti Val Di ...
A: I'm afraid any value in this Chianti would be to bottle collectors, not wine enthusiasts, as it is ...
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| vintage champaigne | 6/24/2008 |
Q: its white champaigne, i live in england
A: I'm afraid this VERY old Champagne would be very difficult to sell for a significant amount unless ...
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| What is the value? | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latore-1966. It is 48 ounces. I am trying to find out ...
A: I didn't realise this gift was made so long ago so I hope for your sake, and your mother's, that it ...
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| What is the value? | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latore-1966. It is 48 ounces. I am trying to find out ...
A: What a lovely - and valuable present! I don't know of any CA merchants with magnums of Latour '66 ...
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| Value of bottle | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of wine a few years ago and I wanted to see if there was any value in it and if ...
A: I'm sorry but I've never heard of a brand of wine called "Friar John", and I can't see any value in ...
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| Karrawirra Military Port | 6/22/2008 |
Q: David,I have a 6 bottle set of Karrawirra Military Port plus an extra bottle with a B52 that was ...
A: I wonder if your advisor offered to pay $750 for these, or if he was just ... ? I'd be astonished ...
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| Dom Perignon | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon which is vintage 1984. I am not sure how it has been stored in the ...
A: Are you sure of the dates? This was a very poor year in Champagne and I didn't know any DP was made ...
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| 1971 Champagne | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1971 Dom Ruinart Blanc de blancs Brut Champagne which has been lying in the dark ...
A: This was a very good vintage and DR has a reputation for a long life so you have the prospect of an ...
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| 1977 Brolio Chianti Classico | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I was given an old bottle of wine and am wondering, first, will it be any good to drink, and if not, ...
A: I'm afraid this is very old for a Chianti and I don't think many collectors would be interested, ...
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| Found a 1959 Chateau Lafite- Rothschild | 6/20/2008 |
Q: We found a standard size bottle of 1959 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. The paper label fell off but we ...
A: You are fortunate (again!) as I do know of an appraiser who may be able to help: ...
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| Baron Philippe De Rothschild S.A. | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I came across a bottle of wine a friend gave me in a little wooden box over 20 years ago, and ...
A: I'm sorry to have to tell you that this wine will now be past its best and may not be very enjoyable ...
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| Found a 1959 Chateau Lafite- Rothschild | 6/19/2008 |
Q: We found a standard size bottle of 1959 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. The paper label fell off but we ...
A: This is a famous wine and one of the stars of a superb vintage but I'd rather not suggest a possible ...
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| follow up question | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I did send you a follow up yesterday but im not sure if you received it. As you requested I live in ...
A: I'm sorry FRW didn't think the historical interest would be enough to justify buying your bottle, ...
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| follow up question | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I did send you a follow up yesterday but im not sure if you received it. As you requested I live in ...
A: I replied to your follow-up so I dunno why you didn't get it! Anyway, this is what I said: Hi ...
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| Cognac | 6/18/2008 |
Q: Have a bottle of J. G. Monnet & Co. cognac.....has federal tax strip on it with the numbers ...
A: Monnet have a good website here: http://monnet-cognac.com/ but I expect you know that 3-stars ...
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| information about this wine. | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have recently been given a bottle of 1934. Collection du Docteur Barolet henri de Villamont. Not ...
A: You have a bottle of historic interest here as the Barolet collection of wines from this very good ...
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| Ruffino chianti 1976 | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Given a few years ago as a present. It's in a straw bottle. I thought ruffino stopped this type of ...
A: I hope you won't mind me copying an answer I just sent to Mary, as she asked something very similar ...
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| value of wine | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of 1953 chianti with the labels and straw in good shape. Does this have ...
A: I'm sorry but I can't see any value in such an old bottle of Chianti - and especially not in one ...
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| older Champagne | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I have a very old 3 liter bottle of Cordon Rouge Champagne with the number 10584303. Does this have ...
A: Old NV Champagne is never easy to sell in the US as few merchants are likely to make you an offer ...
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| Selling Champagne | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I am just replying to your answer from earlier, I am in essex in the uk, is that helpful? Regards, ...
A: It's a good starting point to know if you want help selling In the UK, the USA or wherever but I ...
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| Piat Beaujolais | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I recently came across a bottle of Piat Beaujolais red wine dated 1966 and also a bottle of Jean de ...
A: I'm afraid there is no possibility that a Piat Beaujolais of this age will still be drinkable after ...
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| Valuation of port and where to sell | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have 6 bottles of Taylor Port, vint 1955 bottled 1957 bottled by henlkeys ltd, 22/3 High Holborn ...
A: Your dad bought well as you have some of the finest and most sought-after Ports of the post-war era ...
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| Champagne Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage 1992 | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I apologise for not giving you all the information required. As requested, I live in Eastbourne, ...
A: Replacement in the UK would cost around £100, plus VAT and delivery as this is a good but not great ...
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| Bollinger 1975 RD | 6/9/2008 |
Q: We have a boxed bottle of Bollinger RD 1975 - Degorge le 10 June 1986. It has been kept in a cellar ...
A: I'm afraid this was never a great Champagne, because of the weather that year, and this is probably ...
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| 1964 Dom Pérignon Champaign | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I was left a bottle of 1964 Dom Pérignon Champaign by my parents. Is it possible to sell this? I am ...
A: This would be valuable - say $500+ - if and ONLY IF this very old Champagne has been stored ...
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| Chateauneuf du Pape 1966 | 6/3/2008 |
Q: We recently found a bottle of Chateauneuf du Pape 1966, Monsieur Henri/Piat Pere & Fils. The bottle ...
A: I'm afraid this is now too old to open with confidence as these merchants work to a fairly low price ...
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| Port & Madeira | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Apologies David, I am based in London. Orignal question as follows : Hello David, could you advise ...
A: Approximate values, based on replacement in the UK, would be around: Fonseca 1970 (bottled in 72) ...
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| martell v.s.o.p. | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have this martell cognac and i just wanted to know its real value.? ill write whats on the ...
A: I think that image has been deleted, but no matter. Replacement value in the Philippines would be ...
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| berisford soleria 1914 rare amoroso cream sherry | 6/2/2008 |
Q: i have read your reply to Jeff and was wondering as i also have a bottle of rare amoroso cream ...
A: You would probably do best if you approach J. Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny as a start and ask ...
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| Port valuation | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Hoping you can help. I have just been given a case of "Dows 1977 Silver Jubilee Vintage Port" and ...
A: Surely you aren't looking to sell such a lovely present? But, as you asked, Dow '70 currently ...
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| martell v.s.o.p. | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have this martell cognac and i just wanted to know its real value.? ill write whats on the ...
A: I hope the fish dish was a success because this was a fine liqueur Cognac that deserved a better ...
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| value | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I bought a bottle of Bollinger Tradition 1973 champagne that is in a wooden box and it was made for ...
A: I hope you have happy memories of this! I can't suggest a value for the empty bottle and box but ...
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| 1967 A de Luze & Fils Bordeaux Saint E'milion | 6/1/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me anything about this wine? Is it still good to drink or does it have any value? The ...
A: Sorry but I wouldn't hold out any hopes for this negotiant blend from an awful vintage. It won't do ...
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| madeira | 6/1/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle labelled Rutherford and co madeira est 1814 suppliers to the english court Old ...
A: There's no way to date this as it's a non-vintage blend that you could replace with something ...
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| is this wines salable or drinkable? | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I doubt this is worth much, if anything. Is it still drinkable? It was given to me at an estate ...
A: Riojas like this Siglo last fairly well but this is now old even for one of those so I wouldn't be ...
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| berisford soleria 1914 rare amoroso cream sherry | 5/31/2008 |
Q: i have read your reply to Jeff and was wondering as i also have a bottle of rare amoroso cream ...
A: I'm not sure that I can add much to my reply to Jeff as old Sherries aren't in great demand ...
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| 1979 Chateau de la Grave | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I'm not a big bordeaux guy, but a friend was cleaning out his parent's house and found a bottle of ...
A: 1979 was a large vintage of rather average wines that are now well past their best and I don't think ...
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| porto colheita 1952 | 5/30/2008 |
Q: i have 4 bottles of PORTO COLHEITA 1952 ENVELHECIDO EM CASCO..NIEPOORT & Ca Lda PORTO PORTUGAL ...
A: Niepoort is a very fine producer of Colheitas - and Vintage Port - so these should attract ...
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| Wine drinkable and value? | 5/30/2008 |
Q: It has very small black pieces floating in it. Is it well past its drinkable stage and does it have ...
A: Sorry but "black pieces floating in it" is a pretty good sign that this has declined well past its ...
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| Moet & Chandon champagne bottle | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Moet & Chandon Champagne - premiere cuvee - in 1969 and now want to sell the ...
A: This won't be what you're hoping to hear but Champagnes that don't quote a date on the label are NV ...
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| Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Bordeaux | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend and I recently aquired a gift box set of 2 bottles of Baron Philippe de Rothschild ...
A: I don't know a retailer near you who is offering this gift set but you could replace the bottles ...
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| Chianti bottle | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I am trying to replace a large chianti bottle for a friend that was broken recently. I see that you ...
A: These bottles are all made by Italian glass companies who serve the tourist market and are only ...
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| Value of special edition champagne | 5/27/2008 |
Q: In August 1969 as a wedding present we received a 6 1/2 ounce bottle of Charles Heidsieck Champagne ...
A: What a nice story! But I'm sorry to say that many Champagne producers offer bottles as small as ...
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| port | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I read that you do not recommend this port for the long haul. What do you think the value of this ...
A: Replacement of this from Sterling Cellars in NY would cost you $158.99, plus taxes, but I can't find ...
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| Old Pale Cream sherry | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I was given a 1.5L bottle of Old Pale Cream Sherry many years ago, it is by: Williams and Humbert, ...
A: Williams and Humbert are a highly-respected company that was founded in 1877 - so that's what this ...
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| port | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I read that you do not recommend this port for the long haul. What do you think the value of this ...
A: This was a generous and thoughtful present but you'll have to come back telling me where you are ...
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| Mouton-Cadet 1969 | 5/26/2008 |
Q: Do you think this Bottle of Wine is worth anything or not. The lable reads La Bergerie BARON ...
A: I'm sorry but Mouton-Cadet is a generic brand owned by a large firm of Bordeaux merchants and ...
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| Value of vintage bottle of champagne? | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I'm wondering if a bottle of champagne given to me by my grandfather on my christening day is of any ...
A: I'm sorry but I think the value of this is probably just your memory of your grandfather as I can't ...
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| wine and champagne | 5/25/2008 |
Q: While packing my parents household for a move, my siblings and I came across a bottle of wine and ...
A: I can't see any value in the old black cat I'm afraid but the DP might be worth trying to sell if ...
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| Warre's 1975 port | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of 1975 vintage Warre's port. I have been storing them up until now but I am ...
A: You don't say where you live now so I can only guess you're in the UK, in which case these would ...
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| Port | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have kept several bottles of 1983 Hoopers Vintage Port and I would like to know if they have any ...
A: This is only available retail in the UK for £340 per doz, plus VAT and delivery so the sale value ...
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| 40th birthday present! | 5/24/2008 |
Q: It is my brother, Graham's 40th birthday soon. For his 18th I bought him a bottle of 1968 Graham's ...
A: I'm afraid 1968 wasn't a great year for Barolo either and I think you might find any of these rather ...
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| ID a wine Bordeaux | 5/23/2008 |
Q: A friend of mine just came back from France and gave me a bottel of bordeaux. However, I have never ...
A: This was a thoughtful present from your friend, but not a costly one. It was produced as a second ...
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| Porto Dalva | 5/22/2008 |
Q: My farther has just passed away. He liked to collect wine etc. When going through his stuff we found ...
A: Sorry about your dad. These certainly have a substantial value but that is difficult to quantify ...
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| Charles Heidsieck 1943 | 5/22/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck 1943 Champagne Finest Extra Qty - Reims - By Appointment to ...
A: Although 1943 was a very good vintage this is not listed by any US merchants so I can't quote a ...
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| Old Wine | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of old wine. One is a chateau pontet canet from 1943 and said Appellation Pauillac ...
A: Sorry but I can't add anything as I have no experience of selling old wine in Mexico. I suggest you ...
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| Castellblanch Cava 1978 | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I received this bottle of champagne as a wedding gift, is it worth anything and is it still good?
A: Sorry but Cava is a Spanish sparkling wine, not Champagne, that's intended for drinking within a few ...
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| Old Wine | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of old wine. One is a chateau pontet canet from 1943 and said Appellation Pauillac ...
A: Sorry but these are now too old to interest most collectors and I can't see much value here. But ...
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| quality wine | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I note your blog concerning Pieroth. My view is that this is the only reliable company in the field ...
A: I suggest you pop in to Majestic on Blackpool Road to see what they have available for tasting; I'm ...
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| don perignon champaign | 5/20/2008 |
Q: i have a magnum of don perignon special edition champaign. The only information i have is from the ...
A: I'm afraid this isn't thought of as a great DP and it's rare to find any in merchant stocks after so ...
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| champagne | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have 6 bottles of Dom Perignon which I was kindly given as a gfift by a satisfied Client, it is ...
A: Your client must have been VERY satisfied so well done you as replacements would cost around £100 ...
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| wine value | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have a sealed bottle of Spanish claret . vintage 1953 It has Dolman Herman by Gila below then ...
A: This dates from the era when anyone could make anything and label it anyway they liked - Cyprus ...
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| chianti | 5/18/2008 |
Q: i have a green four foot tall chianti bottle in a basket. its label is torn off and basket it messed ...
A: These fancy Chianti bottles sometimes crop up on Ebay so that's where I'd look if you want to ...
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| Is this going to be ok,,, | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Cellier des Dauphins Blanc de Blancs recolte 1982, I guess its not exactly ...
A: I'm sorry but there is little prospect of this still being enjoyable. It comes from a large ...
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| price of wines and where to sell | 5/13/2008 |
Q: i live in LONDON and i would like to sell some wines i have but i dont know where or how to go about ...
A: I'm afraid selling wine takes a longer time to set up than you hope as the potential value of these ...
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| royal wedding wine value? | 5/13/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of veuve clicquot from the wedding of princess diana and prince charles. any idea ...
A: I'm afraid this is now too old to interest wine enthusiasts - but it might possibly be of interest ...
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| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1971 | 5/11/2008 |
Q: This was a gift when our frist child was born, in 1982, it has been in the wine cellar all this ...
A: I can't find any Canadian merchant listing on-line for this so I can't give an accurate figure I'm ...
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| Martell | 5/10/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of what i believe to be 100 yr cognac, It is a Martell Extra. It comes in a wooded ...
A: Don't worry; I've been called worse things! This isn't their most valuable bottling I'm afraid as ...
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| Martell | 5/10/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of what i believe to be 100 yr cognac, It is a Martell Extra. It comes in a wooded ...
A: I'm not Mark but I'll try to help anyway! This is a very fine Cognac and I'd like to see your ...
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| 2006 Chevalier de Bayard Vin de Pays de l'Herault | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I live in Kansas City, Missouri USA. I recently purchased three bottles of the subject wine for ...
A: This is a Pieroth-exclusive blend that I think they recommend for early drinking, rather than ...
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| Mumm Cordon Rouge | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I have a magnum of Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut Champage with the bin No. L12521028 on the back label. It ...
A: This is now rather old for an NV Champagne that probably dates from the mid-80s - but it could still ...
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| Paul Masson Port | 5/7/2008 |
Q: Ling, I was just given a bottle of Paul Masson rare souzao port cuvee no. 301S. Though not ...
A: This is a popular sweetened Californian wine and I see no obvious reason why this shouldn't be ...
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| wine value | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I live in Bay City, Michigan, United States of America Yes, I would consider selling them, I only ...
A: Your best bet would probably be to approach WineCommune as small lots are difficult to sell, ...
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| champagne pommery | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I wonder if you may be able to offer some advise on the following wine and champagne. I would like ...
A: This is Pommery's de luxe blend and from a good year but I doubt if anything would be gained by ...
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| castellani wine | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1969 castellani chianti wine made in italy - the label says colli senesi poggibonsi, tenuta ...
A: I'm afraid even a top Chianti would be in serious decline after so long and wouldn't have ...
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| quality wine | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I note your blog concerning Pieroth. My view is that this is the only reliable company in the field ...
A: This is an international site, not my personal blog, but I'm glad to hear you like Pieroth's ...
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| port valuation please | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 bottle boxed collection of premium vintage port that also has 6 A4 sized framed pictures ...
A: There are four possible auctioneers in Australia who might be able to help; Langton's are probably ...
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| port valuation please | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 bottle boxed collection of premium vintage port that also has 6 A4 sized framed pictures ...
A: You could replace this in Australia for about USD290 but I'd need to know where you are before I ...
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| chinati | 5/2/2008 |
Q: i have a4ft.tall bottle of chianti wine from the early 40,s it,s shape is somewhat bafflingit is ...
A: I'm sorry but fancy bottles of Chianti are notorious tourist souvenirs and they are never intended ...
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| Wine memorabilia | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Could I ask you if you have any information on how I would get a value for a bottle of wine I have ...
A: You could replace this with a bottle from a reputable shipper and at a UK merchant for about £10 + ...
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| port | 5/1/2008 |
Q: David, Thirteen months after I wrote you asking about the chances of a 1937 Hooper’s Port being fit ...
A: I'd be surprised if there was much difference between this and the old Hooper as both were only ...
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| 1978 chateau La Tour Blanche | 4/28/2008 |
Q: This is not your Sauterne. It is from Medoc, and says bordeaux red wine. Is it any good? What is ...
A: This La Tour Blanche was forced to drop the "La" with effect from the 1991 vintage because of ...
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| World Cup Rugby 1991 | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of Bordeaux, commemorating the 1991 Rugby World Cup. Would you have any ...
A: I'm afraid commemorative bottlings are seldom worth keeping this long but I can't tell you much ...
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| How much wine to buy for a wedding? | 4/25/2008 |
Q: Our daughter is getting married in 4 weeks and we have selected a Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and ...
A: The merchant has it about right to my mind, but just be sure the caterer's bartender doesn't try to ...
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| How much wine to buy for a wedding? | 4/24/2008 |
Q: Our daughter is getting married in 4 weeks and we have selected a Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and ...
A: You might like to think about adding a fizz for the toasts - such as a Cava or New Zealand sparkler ...
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| wine value | 4/24/2008 |
Q: While moving I found a bottle of 1987 Chateau Mille-Secousses Bordeaux brought back from Paris 20 ...
A: Mille-Secousses is a fairly ordinary Bordeaux Superieur made in Bourg from 70% Merlot, 25% Cab Sauv ...
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| Constantinos port | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I live in Suffolk in England and have a single bottle of Constantinos Port from 1945. The label las ...
A: This is indeed a very famous Port vintage and the best wines can sell for over £500 each. However, ...
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| rouyer guillet cognac | 4/22/2008 |
Q: Ihave an unopened bottle of Rouyer Guillet Cognac.... the label indicates vintage 1865.... I ...
A: Old Cognac always has an appeal to collectors so your bottle could be fairly valuable. However I ...
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| Monnet V.S. Cognac | 4/22/2008 |
Q: S. Cognac from a friend who obtained them from a relative who had a Liquor Store that closed. I ...
A: I'll still have to pass on a valuation for this I'm afraid as I can't find a US retailer listing for ...
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| 2 bottles from 1923! | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have been give today two bottles. One is Veuve Cliquot from 1923. Above label it says - By ...
A: I'm afraid these are too old to interest most wine collectors but it might be worth taking them with ...
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| wine value | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1996 and was hoping to find out the value of the ...
A: Current replacement costs in the UK are around £225 each, DP and inclusive of VAT so these are worth ...
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| wine value | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1996 and was hoping to find out the value of the ...
A: This is a fine wine that's still a decade short of maturity so I think patience is the order of the ...
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| moet & chandon 1964 | 4/21/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of moet & chandon of the year 1964 brut imperial. can you Tel me if its ok for ...
A: This is now very old for standard Vintage Champagne, but this was a superb vintage and it may still ...
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| chateau du tariquet | 4/21/2008 |
Q: ihave a large green bulb shaped bottle of this cognac in my possession and i am just wondering - ...
A: I can't help regarding the sales possibilities of this - or its potential value - because you ...
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| Sourcing Hooper's Port | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I have finished the last of my 1997 Hooper's Port. As my mother in law celebrates her 97th birthday ...
A: I can't find a source for that Hooper but assumming £20 would be your limit then this is probably ...
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| Sourcing Hooper's Port | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I have finished the last of my 1997 Hooper's Port. As my mother in law celebrates her 97th birthday ...
A: I can't help you to source Ports, or anything else, until you come back telling me where you are. ...
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| grand vin de chateau latour | 4/20/2008 |
Q: david i have a bottle of the above - premier grand cru class - pauillac medoc 1958. is it worth ...
A: This is worth about £375 + vat because that's what it would cost you to buy another from a merchant. ...
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| Valuation of single bottle | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I have an inherited bottle of Chateau Latour Premier Grand Cru Classe 1956 Appelation Pauillac ...
A: I'm afraid 1956 was one of the worst vintages ever in Bordeaux so your bottle would only have a ...
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| bollinger | 4/18/2008 |
Q: i am from the north east area of england and would like your expert opinion on a bottle of 1975 ...
A: I'm sorry but this is very difficult to value as it has long-since vanished from merchants' shelves ...
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| port est value | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Hardy's vintage port "The Lone Sailor Port"as tribute to Jon Sanders epic lone ...
A: You might like to look here: http://www.sterlingwine.com.au/searchhistoric.php?start=S But I can't ...
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| Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage Port | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I have a magnum of Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage Port, dated 1969 and bottled in Oporto. I live in ...
A: I'm afraid this will be over the hill and some way down the other side after so long. But it could ...
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| 2 wines from Portugal | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I sent you a question yesterday about a Malmse Solera 1863, and Leacock's Old East India Verdelho - ...
A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a realistic valuation for these old Madeiras myself but these people in ...
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| Poderi Scanavino Barolo 1983 3 ltr on iron server/wine cage | 4/15/2008 |
Q: We have the above bottle of wine, it is in a iron wine server, the label is slightly worn and the ...
A: I'm sorry that you have had to wait for a reply but I had hoped that one of my colleagues would ...
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| j g monnet | 4/15/2008 |
Q: s century grand fine champange 100 years old to the front to the base the lable reads j g monnet ...
A: This is a fine brandy from the Champagne district of Cognac, which has no connection with the fizz! ...
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| 1994 philippe rothschild graves | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I live in northern New Jersey. Do you have any idea of the price of this bottle of wine?
A: I can't give you an accurate figure I'm afraid but as you could buy a chateau-bottled '94 Graves for ...
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| 1943 Vueve Clicquot Ponsardin | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I'm from Central Florida and we have a unopened bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1943 Brut ...
A: I'm afraid I can't see any value in this as it is many years past its best. But I suppose you ...
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| old wine values | 4/13/2008 |
Q: David, here is a list of the wines I have. 1982 Chateau Margaux Premier Grand Cru 6 bottles ...
A: All reputable auction houses will want to indicate the provenance when they catalogue these wines ...
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| Vin de Constance - Question | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have 3 boxed bottles of Klein Constantia Vin de Constance 1994 which I am happy to keep for myself ...
A: Assuming these are 50cls, I think they might fetch £20/25 each at auction but J Straker Chadwick's ...
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| Monnet V.S. Cognac | 4/13/2008 |
Q: S. Cognac from a friend who obtained them from a relative who had a Liquor Store that closed. I ...
A: I assume from the ATF strips that you are in the US, in which case it will be difficult for you to ...
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| Moet Chandon Champagne | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon Champagne that I found. The information on the bottle is as ...
A: This is a non-vintage wine so there's no way to identify the bottling date I'm afraid. It doesn't ...
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| old wine values | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I just realized you meant where in Florida the wine are, not the name of the facility. Sorry! I'm in ...
A: Don't worry; "Valgard" and "Florida" was enough for Google to tell me what I wanted to know! I've ...
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| old wine values | 4/12/2008 |
Q: David, here is a list of the wines I have. 1982 Chateau Margaux Premier Grand Cru 6 bottles ...
A: I'm sorry to have left you waiting but this collection is by some distance the best and most ...
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| 1959 Bordeaux | 4/12/2008 |
Q: Ling. I have a 1959 Bordeaux from Les Caves Maxim's in Paris. Is this wine still drinkable or is ...
A: I'm sorry but I really did hope for your sake that this would have been a First Growth and therefore ...
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| 1959 Bordeaux | 4/11/2008 |
Q: Ling. I have a 1959 Bordeaux from Les Caves Maxim's in Paris. Is this wine still drinkable or is ...
A: 1959 is a famous vintage for Bordeaux so it's just possible that your wine will be oustanding and ...
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| Any value to old wines? | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I inherited a lot of french wine. They are mostly 1990 Burgundies, premier, grand and first crus, ...
A: I'd be happy to run an eye over your list if you want but I can tell you now that there are really ...
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| Beaujolais | 4/11/2008 |
Q: David- My wife @I traveled in France in 1982. We brought back a bottle of 1980 Beaujolais Reserve ...
A: St Amour is one of the better areas in Beaujolais and is recogised by Cru status for its wines so ...
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| how good the port | 4/10/2008 |
Q: i have a chance to purchase a bottle of Royal oporto vintage 1963 it has been kept in the right ...
A: I'd walk away from that Royal Oporto - or run (!) - as this is by some distance the worst '63 you ...
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| 1959 medoc | 4/9/2008 |
Q: David, My Mom use to work in one of the Catskill resorts bartending for 38 years has recently passed ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. And I'm afraid I can't see any value in this bottle as it ...
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| Rothschild | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild numbers as follow: 174392 and 175081. Are they of ...
A: I'm afraid 1967 was a very poor vintage and your Moutons will now be well past their best so you ...
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| Paul Masson - Rare Souzao Port, made in CA | 4/6/2008 |
Q: While this might not be technically considered a port, I drank this wine a couple times as a kid ...
A: One merchant I know of who isn't very far away from you is this store in Salem: ...
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| 1996 Morey St Denis | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of 1996 Eduard Bryczek Morey St. Denis 1er Cru Cuvée du Pape Jean-Paul II as a ...
A: Dom Georges Bryczek is a tiny producer with a reputation for wines that mature well - I assume ...
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| 1979 grand vin chateua latour | 4/3/2008 |
Q: recent gift from my friend and was wondering since it wasnt a spectacular year if the wine will ...
A: All '79s are a gamble after this time, especially the Cab-Sauv-based Medocs because this vintage was ...
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| Are these still good? | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I don't know much about wine, but I found three bottles of wine that I had forgotten about; A ...
A: These aren't wines made for ageing so I'm afraid they may all be past their best by now unless they ...
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| Cognac valuation | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I am based in London, UK. Many thanks Simon *** Hi Simon, I can only answer you if you tell me ...
A: This may help with regard to replacement cost in the UK: ...
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| Mateus Wine | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have a very old bottle of Mateus Rose. I have had it for about 20 years but not really sure of ...
A: But I'm afraid the news about you wine isn't good: 1: This is a commercial blend produced in vast ...
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| Rare Cognac | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I am in posssesion of a 4/5 quart of COGNAC, Prince Hubert de POLIGNAC, RESERVE PERSONNELLE DU ...
A: I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to realise any value from this as private sales of alcohol ...
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| Delbeck Champagne 1943 | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Sorry I didn't know how to add this on to my original question and your answer. I am in the UK and ...
A: Delbeck may not have stated quantities on their labels until it became mandatory later - I should ...
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| 13 bottles of wine 1961-1971 - Need advice | 3/27/2008 |
Q: Hope you can help with this. I acquired a large lot of wines from an estate sale. With a little ...
A: I was afraid you might be in the US as this is one of the few countries where the laws prevent the ...
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| 13 bottles of wine 1961-1971 - Need advice | 3/26/2008 |
Q: Hope you can help with this. I acquired a large lot of wines from an estate sale. With a little ...
A: Wines of these ages represent a very considerable risk and I only see significant value in the '64 ...
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| Lindemans Jackie Chan | 3/26/2008 |
Q: not sure if you are able to help me but here goes...I have a bottle of Lindemans Jackie Chan Reserve ...
A: I'm sorry but I don't do questions about Australian wines as I lack the detailed experience to be ...
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| DP 66 | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a Don Perignon 66 cellared. How long should it last, when should I drink it by?
A: Lucky you! This is an excellent DP but even this won't last for ever, even if your cellar is cool, ...
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| I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Come back with that information and I'll try to help more if you want." My next question is - 'Why ...
A: Simply because without knowing where you are I could only take a world view - and private sale of ...
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| Moet & Chandon Champagne | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? Thank ...
A: I'm glad you're in the UK as it's much easier to sell wine here than in some other countries! This ...
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| Moet & Chandon Champagne | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? Thank ...
A: This is a famous vintage so your mag could be worth as much as $400 - or more if it's Moet's Dom ...
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| Champagne | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Hope you are ok. I have a botle of 1959 Dry Imperial Moet & Chandon in good condition, and a botle ...
A: This is a famous vintage and these bottles would cost you £300 or more each to replace, plus VAT. So ...
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| valuation - Camus Napoleon Cognac | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I live in Prescott Arizona. I have a bottle of Camus Napoleon Cognac. It is identified as No. ...
A: This is a fine Cognac from a famous family firm and I think it would probably cost around $75/100 to ...
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| Faustino I | 3/23/2008 |
Q: Preferably from the year I was born - 1974... I can find some from 1970, 1964 and 1993. Then the ...
A: You didn't choose a very good birth year if you have a particular love for Rioja and I think you'd ...
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| Tall chianti in a basket | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles and wonder if they are of any value and if they are better witth age? The first ...
A: Chianti doesn't improve much with age I'm afraid and is usually at its best within five years of the ...
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| old wine | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I found an old unopened bottle of wine that was my grandfathers. The label reads Sauternes.. 1947 ...
A: Although 1947 is a famous Sauternes vintage, only the very top wines will still be drinkable after ...
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| Quinta Do Noval 1970 Vintage Port/bottled in 1972 product of Portugal | 3/22/2008 |
Q: i would like a little information if you have it on this particular bottle of port.We found it ...
A: What a lovely discovery! I hope you like Port and Cropwell Bishop Stilton as much as your husband ...
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| Collingwood Premiership Port | 3/22/2008 |
Q: i have a Collingwood Football Club 1990 Premiership Port its unopened and has a picture of the team ...
A: No, I'm not Australian and I'm afraid your bottle isn't Port either as that only comes from ...
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| Open Cognac Storage | 3/22/2008 |
Q: Does Cognac go bad once the bottle is open? Once open, does it have to be consumed in a certain ...
A: I'm with you on this as I can't see why any distilled spirit should have a reduced life after ...
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| Bordeaux wine | 3/21/2008 |
Q: Wondering about history & value of the following 150cl bottle of wine. I will detail the cream ...
A: I can't help with the valuation without knowing where you are and if you have it in mind to sell ...
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| Vintage Port | 3/19/2008 |
Q: I am de-cluttering and want to sell 20 bottles of Taylors Port accumulated over the years. These ...
A: I'm not surprised that Farr's weren't interested in your Port as they only deal in large quantities ...
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| 1970 Vintage Dom Perignon | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I have an bottle of this vintage and would like to sell it I purchased the bottle at a hotel in ...
A: This DP is getting past maturity after so long so I suggest you drink or sell fairly soon. Current ...
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| Dow's Port | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I came across a bottle of Imported Dow's 1917 vintage Port, produced and bottled by Silver Cosens ...
A: This wasn't a great vintage for Port and it will be some decades past its best by now. But that's ...
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| value of champagne | 3/17/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck 1914 Champagne Extra Dry - Reims - By Appointment to H.M. King ...
A: There's no way that a Champagne of this age would have more than curisity value I'm afraid. But you ...
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| graf istvan | 3/17/2008 |
Q: Hi we were given a bottle of the above wine 2006 bohotin merlot & cabernet sauvignon where can i buy ...
A: This is a brand that's exclusive to the notorious Pieroth direct selling organisation so they would ...
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| Lafite Rotschild | 3/17/2008 |
Q: My husband has a bottle of Lafite Rotschild 1982. It has been stored on its side in a normal ...
A: I don't know how Finnish wine fairs work but it wouldn't be very easy to sell this bottle in the UK ...
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| Vintage Champagne Deutz | 3/16/2008 |
Q: I'm in Reading, Berkshire, UK. I have kept a vintage half bottle of Extra Dry Vintage 1966 Champagne ...
A: According to the company's website here: http://www.champagne-deutz.com/presentation/index.html ...
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| Lafite Rotschild | 3/16/2008 |
Q: My husband has a bottle of Lafite Rotschild 1982. It has been stored on its side in a normal ...
A: If cellared properly lying down in a cool place this bottle would be worth well over Euros1000 but ...
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| Chateau La Becade 1996Hi David, | 3/15/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of the above and can't find any information on that particular year nor can I ...
A: . Hi David, La Becade is a reputable property in Listrac that was acquired by the excellent cru ...
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| PS re Bollinger | 3/14/2008 |
Q: The 1970 Bollinger was kept in the box in my parents basement, lying horizontally for all theses ...
A: . Hi Kay, Thanks for adding that; good news assuming that your parents' CH boiler isn't in the same ...
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| Wine Value | 3/14/2008 |
Q: Mr. Ling, I know the likely answer but.....I have a bottle of 1957 Chambolle Musigny Les Amoureuses. ...
A: I'm afraid I can only confirm your fears! 1: 72F is "room temperature" in winespeak, not "cool" at ...
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| wine worth | 3/13/2008 |
Q: I would like to know if you know the value of these wines that I have. 1) 1979 Bordeaux Baron ...
A: These were never valuable wines and I'm afraid they are now in serious decline after so long and ...
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| 3 bottles, their estimated value please... | 3/11/2008 |
Q: I found 3 bottles of wine recently at a hotel I work at in Nashville TN, and after asking around, ...
A: Sorry but someone lives in fantasy land. Without trying to find the lowest US prices, you could ...
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| Porto Colheita 1974 | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Porto Colheita 1974 which I am interested in learning about. I know virtually ...
A: Now don't go all girly! (LOL) Just go to http://www.flickr.com/, register for a free account and ...
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| Royal Oporto 1985 | 3/10/2008 |
Q: Nearly 20 years ago I bought a few cases of Royal Oporto 1985 Vintage Port which I hoped would be ...
A: I'm afraid Royal Oporto isn't a producer I'd ever buy - and especially not for long keeping - as ...
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| Porto Colheita 1974 | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Porto Colheita 1974 which I am interested in learning about. I know virtually ...
A: Photos always help so please upload what you want me to see to Flickr or whatever photosharing ...
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| Taittinger Champagne | 3/10/2008 |
Q: I recently inherited a bottle of Taittinger Brut La Fracaise Champagne. Unfortunately there is no ...
A: The great majority of Champagne is non-vintage, that is blended from several years to give a ...
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| shelf life of champagne | 3/9/2008 |
Q: How about a bottle of Andre Brut (705 and B24 and 9 on the bottom), or a Martini & Rossi Asti ...
A: Some top Champagnes can easily last for 20 years or more when properly cellared lying down in a cool ...
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| Wine | 3/8/2008 |
Q: I have a Mouton-Cadet two bottle gift box it is made of wood and contains a bottle of 1986 Bordeaux ...
A: Sorry but I can't see how these would be worth anything in the US as no merchant would want to buy ...
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| champagne | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of 1961 champagne Royal Charter shipped by WACHTER & cO. would this still ...
A: Unfortunately the Champagne authorities do not publish the names to which they issue code numbers ...
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| Wine | 3/7/2008 |
Q: I have a Mouton-Cadet two bottle gift box it is made of wood and contains a bottle of 1986 Bordeaux ...
A: I can't tell you what these are worth because you haven't told me where you are. But I'm afraid ...
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| Talors 1971 Port | 3/5/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of Taylors 1971 late bottled vintage reserve port, bottled in Oporto in 1977. please ...
A: Your Taylor is no longer available from Australian merchants so I can't give an accurate valuation. ...
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| Talors 1971 Port | 3/5/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of Taylors 1971 late bottled vintage reserve port, bottled in Oporto in 1977. please ...
A: Taylor's make good and popular LBVs so this should be fine to drink, sooner rather than later. I ...
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| 1979 champagne | 3/5/2008 |
Q: my parents have a bottle of Perrier-Jouet Champagne, special reserve from france. Is it worth ...
A: Fridges aren't really a good idea for ageing wine as they are usually too cold and they vibrate. ...
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| Lafite 1996 Labels/importers | 3/5/2008 |
Q: I recently came across a few bottles of Lafite 1996 imported by Dreyfus Ashby, whose labels appear ...
A: Multiple labellings are commonplace to cater for the various rules around the world so I don't think ...
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| 1979 champagne | 3/4/2008 |
Q: my parents have a bottle of Perrier-Jouet Champagne, special reserve from france. Is it worth ...
A: This is a famous Champagne House and your wine is from a very good vintage so it would probably cost ...
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| pontet-latour 1975 | 3/3/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Pontet-Latour Red Wine from 1975, it is a 6 litre bottle and is in it's original ...
A: I don't know of any specialist wine auctioneers in NI, but Wilson's in Newtownabbey might be able to ...
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| 1928 Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne | 3/3/2008 |
Q: Would there be any value to a 1928 bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne? The champagne itself is not ...
A: In the condition you describe - and thanks for the details - I can't see any value I'm afraid, ...
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| 1970 vintage port Borges & Irmao | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1970 vintage port Borges & Irmao, purchased in Portugal in 1983. Does the bottle ...
A: This is no longer listed by any UK merchant so it's difficult to value accurately but I think you ...
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| pontet-latour 1975 | 3/2/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Pontet-Latour Red Wine from 1975, it is a 6 litre bottle and is in it's original ...
A: I'm afraid '75 wasn't a great vintage in Bordeaux, and it's now rather old, but large formats always ...
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| 1985 Chateau Meaume Bordeaux Superieur Magnum | 3/1/2008 |
Q: Just been given the above bottle. Still drinkable? Was it a good year? Jom
A: Assuming this had been kept properly before you got it, you should be confident that it will turn ...
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| old bottle of wine | 3/1/2008 |
Q: i have come across a bottle wine its partners port sandeman has a labels on the neck vintage porto ...
A: Partners Port is Sandeman's offering in the de luxe Ruby category and is very good for what it is, ...
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| 1928 Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne | 2/28/2008 |
Q: Would there be any value to a 1928 bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne? The champagne itself is not ...
A: This is actually a famous wine that was still highly rated as recently as 1998 so are you sure your ...
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| 1961 Taittinger | 2/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 1961, and I was interested in finding out what ...
A: This is a fine but very old Champagne from a good year but I can't suggest a replacement value as it ...
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| Vino Barolo 1968 | 2/26/2008 |
Q: I recently inherited a bottle of Bersano Vino Barolo 1968 together with its original box. My ...
A: This is from a good producer but a below-average year - and the wine is a bit old now, even by ...
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| Dalva Golden White Porto 1952 Colheita | 2/25/2008 |
Q: Have any ideas where I can locate a bottle of this port, Dalva Golden White Porto, 1952 Colheita (da ...
A: I can understand your difficulty as Dalva, or Da Siva as they are known in some markets, are very ...
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| GRAND VIN CHateau lynch bages grand cru classe 1966. | 2/25/2008 |
Q: HI THERE I HAVE HAD 2 BOTTLES OF LYNCH BAGES 1966 PURCHASED 1973 CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME IF THEY ARE ...
A: You might have to pay anywhere between $100 and $400 per bottle, depending on where you are, so yes, ...
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| Offley Port | 2/24/2008 |
Q: I've received a bottle of Offley Port (1968 reserve) and was wondering how much the gift giver ...
A: I can't be precise as this wine is no longer available from merchants but I would have thought a ...
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| WINE TEMP. RANGE | 2/24/2008 |
Q: i JUST BOUGHT A WINE STORAGE UNIT AND NOTICED THAT THE TEMP RANGES FROM THE 55 i HAVE IT SET TO ...
A: There seems to be something odd! According to my AllExperts log there are additional answers from ...
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| WINE TEMP. RANGE | 2/23/2008 |
Q: i JUST BOUGHT A WINE STORAGE UNIT AND NOTICED THAT THE TEMP RANGES FROM THE 55 i HAVE IT SET TO ...
A: I wonder if you missed my previous answer when I said: Hi Steven, I think it's fairly usual for ...
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| Pontet Latour bordeaux White 1973 | 2/23/2008 |
Q: Is this possible to purchase this type of wine. Do they still produce this vintage? I am unable to ...
A: I don't think you'd find this wine anywhere nowadays as the name isn't used any more to avoid ...
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| Republique Francaise DGDDI | 2/23/2008 |
Q: I am trying to locate information on an unopened bottle that is wrapped in sewn burlap with no ...
A: I'm sorry but there's not enough information here for me to be able to help you much. But I can tell ...
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| Lafitte Rothschild Vertical 94-01 | 2/22/2008 |
Q: David, I have acquired through a friend in some financial difficulties. He purchased these through ...
A: I'm sorry to hear that your friend has had some problems. A vertical of such a popular First as ...
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| Signed bottle of wine | 2/22/2008 |
Q: Is it ok to drink a signed bottle of wine - or is it best to keep it and never drink it. Our intent ...
A: I think the answer may depend on "what wine" and "whose signature" because I can see a full bottle ...
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| The Dreaded Pieroth again!! | 2/21/2008 |
Q: I was introduced to the Pieroth Mafia several years ago. I had the usual home visit for tasting. I ...
A: "Mafia" is a good word for Pieroth and their high-pressure sales techniques! As you know what you ...
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| wine | 2/20/2008 |
Q: i am the the grandson of the hedges and butler wine taster to a man called Henry long but known as ...
A: There are collectors of wine promotional gifts and suchlike who buy and sell via the Collectors' ...
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| Pieroth wine - Graf Istvan | 2/20/2008 |
Q: I have had a couple of cases of 'Graf Istvan' wine from Pieroth wines. This is a soft sweet ...
A: I'm afraid you're not alone in finding Pieroth wines very expensive for what they are by the time ...
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| Value of my Porto and Madeira Wines | 2/19/2008 |
Q: Would you be so kind to help me with the value of the list below. Do you know if there is any ...
A: I don't know of any specialist wine auctioneers in Portugal but as you are in a country where the ...
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| Champagner - Price/Drinkability? | 2/19/2008 |
Q: I'm from Germany desperately looking for the price of a "Moet&Chandon" "Brut Imperial" 1966 ...
A: This was a very good vintage for Champagne but they have long-since vanished from merchants so it ...
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| wine | 2/19/2008 |
Q: hi found a bottle of rose up a fireplace in my house i dont know who put it there but i the housees ...
A: I don't uually advise anyone to dump wine without tasting it but I strongly advise you to do just ...
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| Value of my Porto and Madeira Wines | 2/18/2008 |
Q: Would you be so kind to help me with the value of the list below. Do you know if there is any ...
A: I'm sorry but a list of this length would take me several hours to research properly and that's ...
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| Black Tower 1983 Bottled in Germany | 2/17/2008 |
Q: A few years ago I came across a bottle of Black Tower Wine. The bottle says it was Bottled in ...
A: I'm sorry but Black Tower is a commercial brand of semi-sweet blended wine that enjoyed some ...
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| PORT Sale | 2/17/2008 |
Q: I am currently searching the web to sell a case of Port (9lts)of Fonseca 1983 & Grahams 1983. I ...
A: These could both be replaced in the UK for around £35 per bottle, duty paid but plus VAT and ...
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| WINE TEMP. RANGE | 2/16/2008 |
Q: i JUST BOUGHT A WINE STORAGE UNIT AND NOTICED THAT THE TEMP RANGES FROM THE 55 i HAVE IT SET TO ...
A: I think it's fairly usual for units to cycle like this when they're empty because the thermal mass ...
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| Do I toss them? | 2/16/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Very Cold Duck - "A blend of California Champagne and Sparkling ...
A: I hate to have to agree that any wines are only fit for the drains but if you don't drink - and thus ...
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| how much is it worth | 2/15/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of wine that was my grandfathers,I will give you all the information that is on the ...
A: You don't say how long your GF had this before you and, as there's no vintage date, the wine comes ...
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| 1915 Metaxa | 2/15/2008 |
Q: David, I'm located in the state of New Jersey, USA, and I have a bottle of Metaxa, with the seal ...
A: Metaxa's sweet brandy isn't to everyone's taste but you could replace this bottle locally for around ...
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| A port i found | 2/12/2008 |
Q: Recently my father was cleaning out the liquor/wine stash and found a bottle of port he received as ...
A: This was only an average year and it has long-since vanished from merchants so I can't give you a ...
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| Valuation of champagne | 2/12/2008 |
Q: Would you be able to confirm the price of the following Champagne Taittinger - Comtes de Champagne ...
A: Replacement cost for this ranges from $194/369 around the world at the moment. I hope that's a ...
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| Valuation of single bottles of wine | 2/12/2008 |
Q: Sir, My wife and I live in Belgium and she has the following bottles of wine which she is ...
A: Your Mouton deserved to be stored lying down in a cool cellar, not in a centrally-heated apartment, ...
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| Pomerol bordeaux | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I INHERITED A BOTTLE OF 1967 a. DE luze 8. FILS BORDEAUX BENEATH IT SAYS POMEROL FROM SHAW AND ROSS ...
A: Sorry but '67 was a poor vintage and there's little chance that your negotiant blend of wine from ...
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| Old Sherry | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I wonder can you help me, I have two old bottles of sherry from Spain and I wonder if you can tell ...
A: There isn't much interest in old Sherry among wine enthusiasts I'm afraid and I know nothing about ...
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| Ols Sherry | 2/11/2008 |
Q: I wonder can you help me, I have two old bottles of sherry from Spain and I wonder if you can tell ...
A: W & H Pando is a high-quality medium dry Sherry that enjoys a good reputation but I don't recognise ...
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| A Certain Wine... | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I am wanting to purchase a certain type of wine. My spelling will not be great of its name, but i ...
A: I'm pretty sure you're thinking of St-Emilion as that's how it often sounds when spoken quickly. ...
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| 1963 Croft | 2/10/2008 |
Q: I have a case of the above, would you be kind enough to let me have your views and if possible an ...
A: This was one of my favourite '63s - twenty years ago (!) - as it was more forward than some others. ...
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| 1964 bottles of wine | 2/9/2008 |
Q: David I live in Reading Berkshire UK I have been given 3 bottles of wine from 1964 they have a label ...
A: I'm afraid these were never intended for long ageing and will now be in serious decline. I don't ...
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| Gumpoldskirchner Wine | 2/8/2008 |
Q: Sir, I was given a bottle of properly stored 1977 Gumpoldskirchner White Still Wine bottled by Wein ...
A: Austrian wines aren't my speciality but this seems very old and I can't see much valuer here - ...
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| Chateau Latour 1957 | 2/7/2008 |
Q: I have a Grand Vin de Chateau Latour Pauillac-Medoc 1957. There is a second label stating it was ...
A: Ullage as bad as you describe isn't a good sign I'm afraid but as this is one of a few failures ...
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| Valuation of collection | 2/5/2008 |
Q: 1974 Seppelt Moyston Claret 1974 Penfolds Coonawarra Claret Bin 128 1977 Black Tower White wine ...
A: It's never possible to give meaningful valuations on an international site like AllExperts without ...
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| Port | 2/4/2008 |
Q: David, What is the value of DOW'S 1970 vintage Port and can I enjoy it today? Thanks
A: This is a fine Port from a fine vintage that would cost you between $118 and $325, plus taxes, to ...
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| Charles Heidsieck 1943 | 2/4/2008 |
Q: ive just inherited a bottle of charles heidsieck champagne from 1943, i just wondered if you knew ...
A: I'm afraid I don't see significant value in any Champagne of such age. But this was a good vintage ...
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| Port wine value and info | 2/2/2008 |
Q: Many years ago a woman who had a brief but profound impact on my life and my daughter's life passed ...
A: I'm sorry to spoil a lovely story but this isn't Port, which only comes from Portugal, but a sweet ...
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| Bollinger Tradition 1973 | 2/1/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of R.D. Bollinger Tradition 1973 champagne in original box (dark green/black and ...
A: The only UK merchant still offering this wine lists it at £150 + VAT, for the 1981 disgorgement so ...
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| Croft port | 1/31/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Croft port, made for Tercentenary Year, 1978, numbered 11753, it comes in a box ...
A: This is a very fancy presentation of an aged Tawny and should still be enjoyable. I'm afraid I ...
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| Chateau Plagnac | 1/30/2008 |
Q: I have an older bottle of Chateau Plagnac (1990), which is labled as a Cru Bourgeois. Recently, I ...
A: The 2003 cru bourgeois reclassification was annulled by the administrative court of appeals in ...
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| J.G Monnet EBR Cognac | 1/27/2008 |
Q: I have just rec'd an unopened bottle of JG Monnet Extra Belle Reserve Cognac. It was purchased ...
A: Sorry but Cognac isn't my speciality although I hope this will help: ...
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| are these wines drinkable | 1/26/2008 |
Q: We have inherited several wines that were not kept in optimal condition, just in a heated basement. ...
A: I'm sorry you've had to wait for a reply but questions posted to the pool always take longer to ...
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| port valuation | 1/25/2008 |
Q: got a w&j graham port 1963 o porto vintage can you give a valuation on it & if still any good ? how ...
A: This is one of the stars of a very great vintage and would cost you between $266 and $696, plus ...
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| Cognac | 1/23/2008 |
Q: David I have a 4/5 bottle of cognac from J.G. Monnet & Co. in a wooden box #43298 It is called ...
A: This fine Cognac would be fairly costly to replace - say $100+ if you could find any - but single ...
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| Old Madera | 1/21/2008 |
Q: I have a squat shaped wicker covered unopened bottle of Portugese Baol Madera dated 1860. Could it ...
A: Wicker baskets are usually a sign of wines aimed at the tourist market, as opposed to wine ...
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| Vale of a bottle of wine | 1/20/2008 |
Q: My father recently passed away and gave me a bottle of Alexis Lichine Beaujolais vintage 1969. I ...
A: Sorry but however I calculate this the number is still zero. For two reasons: 1: Beaujolais is made ...
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| Dow's 1961 Late Bottled Vintage Port - value? | 1/19/2008 |
Q: My dad just announced he's leaving me several cases of a Dow's 1961 Late Bottled Vintage Port ...
A: What a nice dad! This was a good buy as '61 prices were much lower in the mid '60s than the ...
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| bottle of something | 1/18/2008 |
Q: i need some help identifying a bottle of alcohol that has been handed down through my Italian ...
A: Aguardente, literally "firewater", is distilled from vinho verde grapes, using a process similar to ...
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| The Berliner wine | 1/17/2008 |
Q: My husband was stationed in Germany and was give this bottle of wine I am about to describe, Regular ...
A: I don't think this would be of much interest to wine enthusiasts as it's just a commercial wine, ...
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| Old Madeira Information | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me find more information and a value in USD for this bottle. It is a ...
A: Your bottle is a Solera wine, not a Vintage one - meaning that a barrel was laid down in 1748 (we ...
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| Old Madeira Information | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I am hoping you can help me find more information and a value in USD for this bottle. It is a ...
A: very helpful! There's a bit about the shipper here: http://tinyurl.com/ys7oqd but old Madeira is ...
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| Port | 1/15/2008 |
Q: I have had for many years one bottle of port. The labal says"DALVA VINTAGE 1963, Produce of ...
A: Dalva (known as Da Silva in some markets) isn't a top-line producer of vintage Ports and are ...
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| Wine evaluation | 1/14/2008 |
Q: As a gift I was given a bottle of Chateau Haut-Beychevelle Gloria Saint-Julien 1978 1. I wanted ...
A: I wouldn't be very confident about this after so long as drinkability will very much depend on how ...
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| Perrier-Jouet 1975 | 1/14/2008 |
Q: We found a large bottle of Perrier- Jouet. It has on the lable #42 of 548 champagne 1975 ...
A: This is now VERY old for Champagne, even one from such a reputable house as PJ, although this was a ...
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| chateaux montrose | 1/14/2008 |
Q: I have a 1954 bottle oh Chateaux Montrose ,L Charmolue J Calvert & Co It has been kept somewhere ...
A: I'm afraid the level, "into body" in winespeak, doesn't bode well for the sale price as most ...
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| Mouton Rothschild 1997 Label | 1/13/2008 |
Q: On the day of our wedding, my husband and I shared a bottle of Mouton Rothschild 1997 (with art by ...
A: I can't offer personal advice on this as I have never done it with labels fixed with modern ...
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| Chateau Batailley | 1/13/2008 |
Q: I have inherited 3 bottles of Vintage port, and wonder if they have any value, and what to do with ...
A: I'm glad you put the word "experts" in quotes because that's just crazy. I suggest your dad accepts ...
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| Chateau Batailley | 1/12/2008 |
Q: I have inherited 3 bottles of Vintage port, and wonder if they have any value, and what to do with ...
A: Your dad could replace this bottle for around £40, plus VAT, so I'd be interested to know what other ...
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| 1961 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I am located in Columbia, South Carolina. I am looking to sell two bottles of 1961 Chateau Mouton ...
A: This is a very famous and valuable wine so I hope you've kept it properly - lying down in a cool ...
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| Moet and Chandon Champagne | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of a 1937 Moet and Chandon Champagne. Is there any value in them? If so what is a ...
A: As you're in the US, I'm afraid your choice of lawful sales routes is limited. Try WineCommune as a ...
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| liebfraumilch | 1/11/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1981 limited edition charles and diana. wedding day wine.1980 steinweiler kloster ...
A: Sorry but bottle-collecting isn't my field so I suggest you have a browse in that section of eBay to ...
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| Moet and Chandon Champagne | 1/10/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of a 1937 Moet and Chandon Champagne. Is there any value in them? If so what is a ...
A: IF these have been properly stored, lying down in the same cool dark place for the last 60 years, ...
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| Value / quality questions | 1/9/2008 |
Q: A friend of mine returning from the Middle East stopped in Paris coming back to the states. ...
A: Silva and Cosens are best known for their superb Dow Ports so your aged Tawny from a single vintage ...
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| Hooper's Port Récolte 1937 | 1/8/2008 |
Q: Without knowing anything about Port I opened an old bottle Port during our Ski holiday last week. ...
A: I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed this lovely old Port. This was bottled in 1937 from ...
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| 1976 Tytell Beaujolais | 1/8/2008 |
Q: Was given a bottle -- I don't care about selling it- just want to know if it's decent to drink! ...
A: I'm afraid I wouldn't expect much pleasure from this after so long as it was probably at its best ...
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| hoopers 1985 vintage port | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of the above in 1995 and told to keep it until 2010 when it would be at its ...
A: Hooper's had a notable success with their 1985, which is much better than the dismal effort (as ...
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| Garrett's wine bottle | 1/7/2008 |
Q: I have an empty 4 oz clear bottle that says Garrett's wine embossed on it. There is also an Eagle ...
A: Neither the history of American winemaking nor bottle collecting come even close to my area of ...
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| Re Vintage Chianti | 1/7/2008 |
Q: L. Ruffino Chianti in a basket unopened with a date from 1956…….The front label says I.L. Ruffino – ...
A: I'm afraid this is VERY old for a white Chianti, especially one from a large commercial producer ...
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| port valuation | 1/7/2008 |
Q: For my christianing (back in 1981) i received 12 bottles of "noval lp port", bottled by Quinta do ...
A: Noval LB is a high-quality Ruby Port in a style sometimes called "Vintage Character", although ...
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| Moet & Chandon White Star | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon White Star that was purchased for a special occasion about 15 ...
A: This would be very difficult for you to sell lawfully so drink up - and hope that it hasn't aged so ...
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| Hooper's rare port | 1/6/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Hooper's rare port, 5 star reserve. The bottle is slightly oval and is covered in ...
A: Hooper's is part of the Royal Oporto group and thus isn't in the top flight of producers I'm afraid. ...
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| Queens Banquet Champagne | 1/5/2008 |
Q: While visiting Portsmouth England in 2006, I was given, as a gift, a bottle of Champagne, left over ...
A: I'm sorry but this isn't Champagne but a semi-sparkling or "Mousseaux" wine from the Var area of ...
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| Ferreira Porto Vintage 1966 | 1/5/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of Ferreira Porto Vintage 1966 750 ml, alcohol 19.5% by volume, produced ...
A: This is a fine Port from a fine vintage and producer and is now nicely mature. But it is no longer ...
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| question on bottle of 1981 bordeaux | 1/5/2008 |
Q: we came across a bottle of 1981 Bordeaux chai de bordes. the bottle reads -grand vin de Bordeaux ...
A: You don't say what you want to know about this bottle but I don't think there'd be much to say about ...
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| Barolo | 1/4/2008 |
Q: Sorry, I should have given you more details. The Barolo is actually a 1974, not a 1968. the label ...
A: I'll repeat your question here so that everyone can see what we're talking about: "I have been left ...
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| white wine | 1/4/2008 |
Q: After opening a white wine how long can it survive in the refridgerator?
A: All wine starts to decline a few hours after opening so it's always best to finish the bottle the ...
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| Bad Champagne? | 1/3/2008 |
Q: We opened a bottle of 1993 Cristal and the cork stayed compressed, plus there wasn't much pressure. ...
A: It's always very disappointing when a particular bottle of a great and expensive wine doesn't live ...
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| st ferdinand almeida ruby port | 1/3/2008 |
Q: many thanks and best regards scott ANSWER: Hi Scott, Barros Almeida is a prominent Port house, ...
A: I'm afraid that doesn't help regarding age as the DWSGA is simply an associated contract bottling ...
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| Dom Perignon Cuvee Vintage 1988 | 1/3/2008 |
Q: Hope you can help as I'm a novice when it comes to wines. I inherited a bottle of Dom Perignon ...
A: I can't be precise because you haven't told me where you are but a replacement would cost you ...
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| Port | 1/3/2008 |
Q: I have inherited 3 bottles of Vintage port, and wonder if they have any value, and what to do with ...
A: These are all from relatively minor producers that don't rank in the top flight of Port houses and ...
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| old Bordeaux | 1/3/2008 |
Q: Have an old bottle of bordeaux and hoping you can shed some light on its value . Chateau Larrivet - ...
A: I'm sorry but this Ch doesn't have a reputation for long-lasting wines so I can't see why anyone ...
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| Bor Forras | 1/3/2008 |
Q: If the wine is not sold through normal distribution how do you buy it? I live in Houston Texas
A: The reason why you can't buy Bor Foras in a wine store is that it's a brand of Hungarian Cabernet ...
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| Baron Philippe Rothchild | 1/2/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened 1 gallon 2 qt. (6 quart) bottle of Baron Philippe Rothschild Mouton-Cadet 1971. ...
A: Mouton-Cadet is a commercial blend produced by the Rothschild's merchant operation to suit a fairly ...
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| st ferdinand almeida ruby port | 1/1/2008 |
Q: many thanks and best regards scott
A: Barros Almeida is a prominent Port house, best known under its Feist, Hutcheson, Feuerheed, Kopke ...
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| Valuation please | 1/1/2008 |
Q: Moet et Chandon a Epernay...Champagne............Cuvee Dom Perignon....Vintage 1980. I was given ...
A: This wasn't a great Champagne vintage, nor a great DP, and your friend may be right unless this ...
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| Wine Values | 1/1/2008 |
Q: about me RE-POST Pvt individual Ted Kadala Chester NY 10918 If you need more info. plesae email me ...
A: I'm so glad my notes were helpful! 1: Yes most certainly, and it won't do you any harm if you find ...
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| 1980 Paul Masson Champagne | 1/1/2008 |
Q: I just received a gift and it is a 1980 bottle of Paul Masson Champagne Extra Dry. On the label it ...
A: Sorry but this isn't Champagne, which only comes from that area of France, whatever the maker may ...
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| 1964 vintage port | 1/1/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of port Guimarens reserve 1964 is it drinkable? label says FONSECA bottled and ...
A: This is from Fonseca's secondary brand, which they use when the vintage isn't quite good enough to ...
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| 61 chateauneuf du pape | 12/31/2007 |
Q: I recently aquired a couple of bottles of a 1961 Chateau du Mont Redon Chateauneuf du Pape that had ...
A: Wines of this age are always a risk, even ones as great as the '61 Mont Redon that have been ...
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| Port query | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of 1947 Constantinos with a plain label showing SVP Constantinos SARL. The paper ...
A: Constantinos is part of the reputable Ferreira group but isn't a first-division Port producer and ...
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| 1977 port | 12/30/2007 |
Q: David, my daughter has three bottles of Vintage Port (2 x Warre & 1 x Grahams) that she would like ...
A: These are both fine Ports and should sell easily - but not at any of the big London auction houses ...
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| Niepoort Port 1938 | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of Niepoort Port dated 1938. The label also reads "Bottled 1943" and on the bottom ...
A: You should be answering questions about Port, not asking them, as I didn't know Ferreira had ever ...
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| Niepoort Port 1938 | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of Niepoort Port dated 1938. The label also reads "Bottled 1943" and on the bottom ...
A: You are correct; but you may not know that Neipoort are unique in using this method which combines ...
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| wine value | 12/30/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of grand vin de chateau latour-premier grand cru classe- pauillic-medoc 1951- could ...
A: Sorry but this is a very old wine from an awful vintage and I can't see why anyone would want to buy ...
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| MOUTON- CADET WINE | 12/29/2007 |
Q: I have two bottle of M-C Wines in theior original box, a 1971 Bordelaises Ci,#25065, and a M-C 1990 ...
A: There's chance that the '90 may still be drinkable if it's been kept cool, although this is a ...
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| Taittinger Champagne, 1971 | 12/28/2007 |
Q: David, I have an individual boxed bottle of Taittinger Champagne. The box is a hinged red velvet ...
A: This was a very fine wine from a superb vintage - in its day - but it's no longer available from any ...
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| cognac value$. | 12/28/2007 |
Q: i have a 1985 bottle of cognac rothschild. on the label it says the cognac was selected by MONOPLES ...
A: I can't help much I'm afraid as Cognac isn't my speciality but I can tell you that this wasn't ...
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| For Sale | 12/27/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of Cuvee Dom Perignon 1985. It still has the original box with the paper inside. ...
A: You wouldn't be able to replace this from a NJ retailer but this outstanding DP from the excellent ...
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| 1989 Chateauneuf du Pape | 12/26/2007 |
Q: Here is the text from the label to go along with my earlier question (see below): Selection Reflets ...
A: Don't even think of using this for cooking! This is a very fine CdP from a good year and producer ...
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| Moet Chandons' 76, 78 Magnum 78 | 12/26/2007 |
Q: Dave, My father has 3 bottles of Moet Chandon that he was given years ago. 1 of them is a 78 Magnum ...
A: Champagne should always be stored lying down in a cool dark place so I'm afraid there is a real risk ...
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| 1988 Abbaye Saint-Hilaire | 12/25/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1988 Abbaye Saint-Hilaire from the Villeroy region. I bought it in 1988 for about ...
A: I only know this as a dry semi-sparking wine that goes well with oysters. If this is what you have ...
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| Value of Camus Napoleon No 377745 | 12/22/2007 |
Q: My husband received a bottle of Camus Napoleon Cognac for his 50th birthday, 38 years ago. We were ...
A: This is a fine Cognac from a famous family firm and I think it would probably cost around $100 to ...
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| 1973 bottle Rene Lalou Champagne | 12/22/2007 |
Q: My father bought this champagne bottle for me 23 years ago. I have not opened it, kept in on it's ...
A: This is one of the top Prestige Cuvées and was only produced in the period 1966 - 1985, until Mumm ...
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| Smith Havt LaFitte | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I have recently discovered a great wine: Chateau Smith Havt LaFitte, Pessac-Leognan, 2004. I am ...
A: Your not alone in liking this great wine. For example the well-known US writer Robert Parker says ...
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| wine valuations | 12/21/2007 |
Q: my parents, who live in southern Ontario, Canada, have the following wines (one 750mL bottle each): ...
A: This is a lovely and valuable group - but it's difficult to value accurately as few are available in ...
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| what should i do with this bottle | 12/21/2007 |
Q: somewhere along the line, i've picked up this bottle: 1989 chateau de musset lalande de pomerol i ...
A: This is a very good L de P from a good vintage, although it's probably in decline after this time - ...
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| 1962 Dom Perignon | 12/21/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1962 Dom Perignon in excellent shape. I was wondering it's estimated value. I may ...
A: This is fine DP but you may not have done it or yourself any favours by keeping it at domestic ...
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| Philippe Guillet | 12/19/2007 |
Q: I am from Malaysia, I have a bottle of cognac, It was left to my care from my parents; They bought ...
A: The detailed history of Cognac brands is a very specialist field so I'm afraid I can't help with ...
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| alcohol % | 12/18/2007 |
Q: David Does the percentage of alcohol in a wine make it taste better, or is this a matter of ...
A: There's a tendency for winemakers to strive for ever-higher ABVs because that disguises some faults ...
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| life of chardonnay after oppening | 12/16/2007 |
Q: i was wondering how long after opening a bottle of say, [yellow tail] or sutter home chardonnay can ...
A: You're doing the right thing to recork and keep in the fridge but chilling will only slow the ...
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| wine ID | 12/16/2007 |
Q: My brother and sister-in-law recently discovered an old bottle of wine in their house that is dated ...
A: Monsieur Henri Wines is part of Pepsico, who I'm afraid aren't best known for the quality of their ...
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| frozen wine | 12/15/2007 |
Q: My wine fridge was reset accidently by the cleaner and we have a number of good red & white wines ...
A: Don't panic; freezing is far less damaging than overheating so thawing gently in the fridge is just ...
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| Chevy Red price | 12/13/2007 |
Q: David, what is your estimate for a bottle of 2001 Chevalier de Bayard, Vins De Pays D, Herault? ...
A: You don't say where you are but this is now rather old for a Herault of this class but current ...
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| Vintage Port | 12/13/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1963 Quinta do Noval Port. It looks as if it was imported by Edward Robinson Ltd. ...
A: I'm afaid Noval wasn't one of the stars of this superb vintage and it needs drinking - perhaps as a ...
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| Taylor Port | 12/12/2007 |
Q: My father paid $30 Can. for it 30 yrs ago and we still have it .Do you know the value of it and ...
A: You could replace this in Calgary for CA$155 or in Montreal for CA$241 but I'm afraid I don't know ...
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| 1998 Chateaux Montrose Gran Vin | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have been cellaring a magnum of 1998 Chateau Montrose Gran Vin for a few years and was wondering ...
A: This was a good buy and I wouldn't rush to open it for a few years if you can be patient. Montrose ...
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| MOET CHANDON 1972 Magnum | 12/11/2007 |
Q: My father just found a magnum of MOET CHANDON 1972 in the basement of his house.. It was on its ...
A: This is an odd one: 1972 wasn't a great vintage in Champagne so I'm afraid there is a risk that this ...
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| port | 12/11/2007 |
Q: i was bought a case of 1983 Dows vintage port and have had it for some years now. i was hoping i ...
A: This is a fine Port from a top house so you need have no fear about it being too old. I'd open your ...
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| value of a bottle of wine | 12/11/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of Echezeaux 1969 Jules Reginier & co, are you able to value this for me please. ...
A: Now you really have thrown me as I have no experience of Guernsey prices and don't know any valuers ...
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| value of a bottle of wine | 12/10/2007 |
Q: I have a bottle of Echezeaux 1969 Jules Reginier & co, are you able to value this for me please.
A: This is difficult for me to value as Jules Regnier isn't a sought-after merchant so I couldn't ...
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| Jose Pemartin's Cream Sherry | 12/8/2007 |
Q: I will assunme this is not very valuable, but I have a bottle of Jose Pemartin's Sherry (Jerez De La ...
A: I think you're right to see little value in this as Cream Sherries aren't the best blends and ar |
