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| Subject | Date Asked |
| value of 'millenium bollinger' | 2/8/2012 |
| Q: Sorry to bother you again I just wondered if the bottle of 'millenium bollinger' would be worth ... A: You seem to have missed my answer to your previous follow-up so here it is again: It would be a ... | |
| port 1980 | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: I have a wooden boxed bottle of port which I wandered if you could roughly value and give me advice ... A: This is from a good but not outstanding vintage, from a producer just below the top rank and is now ... | |
| millenium bollinger | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: i was given this as a gift for the millenium and wondered if you could tell me anything about it - ... A: It would be a criminal offence to offer a known fake for sale so this would only have any value if ... | |
| millenium bollinger | 2/6/2012 |
| Q: i was given this as a gift for the millenium and wondered if you could tell me anything about it - ... A: I think you are right to have doubts about this as there was a major scam in which bottles of Perry ... | |
| info about champagne | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I have read your text about paul masson california champagne it was interesting ,infact, personally ... A: except to comment that the condition of the foil looks some way from pristine and might concern any ... | |
| info about champagne | 2/3/2012 |
| Q: I have read your text about paul masson california champagne it was interesting ,infact, personally ... A: Sorry but you have a very old bottle of Californian Sparkling Wine from a large producer of wines ... | |
| port information/valuation | 1/30/2012 |
| Q: I have recently been asked to find out about a bottle of port by a neighbour and wondered if you ... A: Is there any chance of you coming back with a photo as I'm rather confused why a 'Victorian Old ... | |
| 1981 5 Liter Philippe Rothschild Bordeaux | 1/29/2012 |
| Q: I have a l981 five liter bottle in the original wooden crate which has been in my cellar for thirty ... A: I'm sorry but it's difficult to see how you'd be able to sell this as I can't think why anyone would ... | |
| Champagne valuation | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: not sure if it is worth anything but I have got a bottle of J.Chayoux champagne dated 1959. It is a ... A: This is from a reputable 'Negociant Manipulant', I.E. a Champagne house that sources the majority of ... | |
| about a calvet 1986 wine | 1/26/2012 |
| Q: i would like to know the price of a GRAND VIN 1986 DE BORDEAUX" CALVET RESERVE bottle, and if it is ... A: This is, or was, a good example of a negociant blend but I'd walk away from this offer as it is now ... | |
| Port | 1/25/2012 |
| Q: David, I have a bottle of 1944 Porto House Reserve 1944 port bottled in 1972. Labels are pristine. ... A: This is a Colheita or aged Tawny from the '44 vintage that had extended aging in wood before ... | |
| sale of wine | 1/21/2012 |
| Q: i have two bottles of porto colheita 1912 envelhecido em casco niepoort & ca la in excellant ... A: These are rare and from a famous maker and vintage so they should attract considerable collector ... | |
| 1976 Champagne Tattinger | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I would like to know if the above has a value. Comtes de Champagne, Taittinger, Blanc de Blancs ... A: This isn't from a great vintage but Comtes de Champagne is a top Champagne that always attracts ... | |
| Italia Marchio Nazionale Wine 1964 | 1/17/2012 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine, still sealed. The bottle is porcelain (I think) and is a child sitting on ... A: Fancy bottles such as you describe are commonplace tourist souvenirs in Italy but I'm afraid they ... | |
| cognac | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: My location is Idaho,USA I acquired a bottle of Remy Martin Luis XIII Grande Champagne (rarest ... A: I'm sorry but I have no information about R-M's various bottling styles so I suggest you ask them ... | |
| 1979 Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe Pauillac | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I was wondering if this is worth keeping and or if this is still drinkable. Or should I give it ... A: Mouton-Baronne-Philippe, or Armaillhac as it's been known since 1989, didn't have any great ... | |
| Australian Navy Collector Ports | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have a diverse range of unopened Navy collector ports, some of which are 30 years or more old. Due ... A: Isle of Wine in Tasmania (http://www.isleofwine.com.au) specialise in collectable Australian ports ... | |
| scotch whisky | 1/16/2012 |
| Q: I have 2 750 ml bottles of Chivas Royal Salute 21 I was given by my mother in-law who bought them 45 ... A: These are premium bottlings of a popular de luxe brand that retails for around $160 per so you might ... | |
| Hennessy aging | 1/14/2012 |
| Q: I would just like to know if this bottle is safe to drink or if there is any value? The label reads ... A: Cognacs last virtually indefinitely and neither improve nor decline with age, as long as the corks ... | |
| 1979 Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe Pauillac | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I was wondering if this is worth keeping and or if this is still drinkable. Or should I give it ... A: This wasn't a great vintage so there'd be little assurance that you could open these with the ... | |
| Port | 1/12/2012 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Taylor's 'over 40 years old' port. Rich tawny, bottled in Portugal in 1988. It ... A: I'm not sure why the value should influence the decision as old Tawnies don't appreciate in value ... | |
| champagne valuation | 1/8/2012 |
| Q: The bottle is gold in colour and has the words brut antique gold on the label.It is in perfect ... A: Single bottles of old NV Champagnes are seldom worth trying to sell - unless they're Krug or ... | |
| 1971 chateau clerc milon | 1/7/2012 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Philippe de Rothschild 1971 chateau clerc milon. I was wondering what it is worth ... A: This is from the first vintage produced after the property was acquired by Rothschild Estates and ... | |
| Vintage 1978 Dom Perignon | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: I have two bottles, unopened still in their original boxes, of 1978 Curvee Dom Perignon Champagne. I ... A: I'd rather not quote any numbers regarding these particular bottles as so much depends on their ... | |
| wine evaluation | 1/6/2012 |
| Q: We have a bottle of, Pieroth Blue 1993 Burg Layer Schlosskapelle, Kabinette - Nahe thanks for your ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old for what it is but I wouldn't dump it untasted as surprises do ... | |
| Vino rosso red table wine | 1/5/2012 |
| Q: I have recently can across two bottles of Vino Rosso red table wine, the bottles stand about 3 feet ... A: Fancy bottles like yours are popular tourist souvenirs but I'm afraid they always contain the ... | |
| Commemorative Wine Value | 12/30/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 wines (a red, white and a rose) from the 2010 FIFA world cup. The wines are commemorative ... A: Commemorative bottlings are promotional souvenirs produced at low cost for event enthusiasts - not ... | |
| Buton Brandy - St Peters Distellery | 12/29/2011 |
| Q: Apologies if I shouldn't be asking this! I have 3 bottles of french brandy (Numbered) - they are in ... A: I suggest you have a word with Langton's (http://www.langtons.com.au/) to see if they can throw any ... | |
| CHAMPAGNE | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I have abottle of EXTRA QUALITY VERY DRY RENAUDIN BOLLINGER AY CHAMPAGNE VINTAGE 1937. DOES IT ... A: This is from a famous vintage and there is always considerable interest in pre-war Champagnes so I ... | |
| Chateau Magnol | 12/27/2011 |
| Q: I would love to learn more about a bottle of Barton & Guestier Chateau Magnol 1994 I was given as a ... A: Ch Magnol is a reputable Haut Medoc that is a showcase for the negociant/merchant B & G - see ... | |
| Value | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Anniversaire 50e du Bebarquement Normandy Landing Anniversary wine that my ... A: I'm sorry but I can't identify this without the full text from the label so please come back so that ... | |
| Cream Sherry | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of John William Burdon Three Centuries Cream Sherry immaculate condition. Is this ... A: I'm sorry but there's little collector interest in cream Sherries so I don't think the potential ... | |
| Buton Brandy - St Peters Distellery | 12/26/2011 |
| Q: Apologies if I shouldn't be asking this! I have 3 bottles of french brandy (Numbered) - they are in ... A: No problem asking anything you want. I'm mystified though because the only Buton Brandy I can find ... | |
| Mouton Cadet | 12/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1989 Bottle of Mouton Cadet that I bought in the UK I am now living in California. There ... A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell this as it is rather old now for a low-cost ... | |
| Port Wine history and valuation | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: We have a bottle of Hunter and Oliver Ltd, Bury St Edmunds 'Charter Port'. The bottle is 13 fl oz ... A: Hunter & Oliver were trade bottlers, not Port producers, so I can't identify your Port without ... | |
| Chianti valuation | 12/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1.880 liter bottle of Chianti. Vintage 1977 made my Geograficio. It is called Chianti ... A: I'm afraid this wouldn't be worth trying to sell as Chiantis are usually at their best within 5 ... | |
| Port wine | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Port which came to me when my father in law passed away. The label reads Dalva ... A: This is a reputable Tawny Port from one of the better specialists in this style so it should have ... | |
| Offley Boa Vista LBV 1984 port bottled 1990 in a wooden box and serial number 490290 | 12/23/2011 |
| Q: Is it valuable ? A: This is from a reputable house but a rather ordinary vintage that's now fully mature. Value will ... | |
| cusenier bottle(full) | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: mine is full,containing all 4 liqeuers...any difference do you think? i dont know, but i would think ... A: Mike, Empty bottles MIGHT attract bottle collectors but the folks at ... | |
| PORT WINE | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: I WAS GIVEN THREE BOTTLES OF PORT BY A FRIEND. I HAVE DRUNK TWO WITH FRIENDS WHO ENJOYED IMMENSELY. ... A: Borges aren't considered to be one of the better Port houses but if you and your friends enjoyed the ... | |
| cusenier bottle(full) | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle of cusenier 4 chamber bottle w/ 4 corks. it has creme de cacao,kummel,freezamint & ... A: This was produced for the souvenir/gift market and is a curiosity rather than a valuable item. But ... | |
| Porto Colheita 1912 | 12/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of the above - Envelhecido Em Casco 1912. It is in the original wooden box. Is it ... A: Please come back with the full text off the label so that I can identify what you have. Any Port of ... | |
| Dala House Reserve Porto 1944 | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Dalva House Reserve Vinho do Porto, 1944, bottled in 1972. Unopened and no cork ... A: This is a Colheita, or Aged Tawny Port from a Single Vintage, from a notable producer of wines in ... | |
| Delva's Port Wine | 12/21/2011 |
| Q: A friend gave me a bottle of Dalva's Port. There isn't a year on it which I'd like to know and also ... A: This was a kind and thoughtful present but not a costly one so I suggest you drink it with a clear ... | |
| Port and dessert wine | 12/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of port and dessert wine and do not know whether to drink them or try to sell them!! ... A: At 3 Putts, your Tokaji is the least sweet version of this famous wine and it might be attractive to ... | |
| Pauillac 1990 | 12/19/2011 |
| Q: i have a pauillac 1990 domains barons de rothschild lafite to mark the opening of the wine cellars ... A: This is very difficult to value as this negociant/merchant blend has long gone from merchants' ... | |
| Antinori Wines | 12/18/2011 |
| Q: I am located in San Diego, California. I purchased 4 bottles of wine that have been stored in a ... A: I'm afraid you'll need to approach these with caution rather than with any expectation of pleasure. ... | |
| improving taste | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: is there anyway to improve the taste of wine?and whats the healthiest ?is it pinot noir? ive heard ... A: Most wines benefit from serving at the appropriate temperature, say 45 deg F (ish!) for whites and ... | |
| champagne price | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a quick question if yo could help. I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon champagne. no year but ... A: 'White Star' is Moet's NV Extra Dry (Meaning LESS dry than the more commonplace Brut!) Champagne so ... | |
| wine values | 12/17/2011 |
| Q: I live in Reno Nevada and have two bottles of wine, and wondered if you could give me an estimate of ... A: The value of these will depend on the condition of the bottles in terms of color, level, label and ... | |
| 4-wine decanters | 12/15/2011 |
| Q: They say net contents 12 fluid oz. and alcohol 13-8% by volume.3 of them still have wine in them ... A: I'm afraid fancy bottles like this aren't of any interest to wine enthusiasts so they would be ... | |
| a 1941 bottle of Cordon Rouge numbered | 12/13/2011 |
| Q: H. Mumm & CO. from Reims france. Also i need to know if it is drinkable now? Michelle Miller A: I'm afraid the value of any Champagne of this age could only be estimated after professional ... | |
| Port valuation | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help? I have a bottle of Dalva Vintage 1977 porto purchased many years ago in ... A: Dalva, or Da Silva in some markets, is best known to enthusiasts for its aged Tawnies rather than ... | |
| 1962 Jouvet Sauternes | 12/12/2011 |
| Q: I recently moved in with my significant other and while cleaning behind the bar found a bottle of ... A: This is now very old for a negociant/merchant Sauternes so it will be some way into decline by now, ... | |
| 1983 port | 12/11/2011 |
| Q: what would you expect to pay for a bottle of royal aporto vintage port, 1983.I have a friend who ... A: If you've tasted this and like it enough to want to buy any, then £15 per would be generous but this ... | |
| Isabellita Perfection Sherry | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of something. They are very old and dusty but they are gold painted bottles of ... A: This is a new brand to me so I'm afraid I can't say much about these, except that you'd find it very ... | |
| Alfred Rothschild wines | 12/8/2011 |
| Q: A frend gave me a bottle of red wine as a gift , i for one belives that all wines are made to be ... A: I'm afraid that a 1989 Beaujolais Villages will now be very old indeed as this was probably at its ... | |
| Sandeman 20 year old tawny port | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: .. I have a bottle of 20 year old Sandeman tawny port. It states on the label that it was bottled ... A: This should be fine drinking now and over the next few years as Tawnies 'With a Statement of Age' ... | |
| Taylor's Port | 12/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Taylor's "Over 40yrs Old Tawny". The label states that the port was bottled in ... A: Ports 'With a Statement of Age' can be confusing as they are Tawnies blended from the wood at the ... | |
| Re-sellable value of port and champagne. | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: I recently moved to an old house and to my surprise found a couple of full bottles of beverages ... A: The Croft is definitely their 1966 Vintage Port so I think the invoice is a red herring. The ... | |
| Re-sellable value of port and champagne. | 12/6/2011 |
| Q: I recently moved to an old house and to my surprise found a couple of full bottles of beverages ... A: Could you please come back with the full text from both the Croft label and the receipt dated ... | |
| 1981 veuve clicquot ponsardin | 12/4/2011 |
| Q: Pleasecan you give me some information on a bottle of veuve clicquot ponsardin The lable has Rose ... A: You don't describe the storage conditions your father's collection enjoyed so it's difficult to be ... | |
| Query about my 1926 vintage champagne | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I bought a bottle of 1926 vintage champagne from a car boot sale a couple of years ago and was just ... A: I have never heard of Jules Richolle and suspect it is a made-up name, or 'Buyers Own Brand' (BOB), ... | |
| Wines/Value | 12/3/2011 |
| Q: I live in Birmingham, Alabama, USA and have four old bottles of wine. We are not sure if they are ... A: I'd rather pass on the Californians as I don't have sufficient experience of wines from this area to ... | |
| Value of Bordeaux | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: I saw you answered a question similar to mine, so I apologize if I am re-hashing old topics. We ... A: I think you have been seduced by the 'Mouton' word on this label and are confusing the great First ... | |
| 1969 Siglo | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: recently acquired a Siglo, 1969 estate bottled red, the label has ACE,Bodeges Unidas, S.A. with ... A: I'm afraid this is very old for a volume-produced commercial Rioja so it's not likely to be ... | |
| Mateus wine | 12/2/2011 |
| Q: I just came into a bottle of wine from my parents belongings and trying to find if it is good enough ... A: This is a popular Portuguese table wine, but it's made for drinking on release so I'm afraid there's ... | |
| Casa Dos Vinhos Madeira Wine | 12/1/2011 |
| Q: I looked up a question you answered for another curious soul. Expert: David Ling - 1/25/2010 ... A: I'm afraid my answer will be the same as 'value', by definition, means what a willing purchaser ... | |
| Valuation/Drinking | 11/30/2011 |
| Q: Mr Ling, with regard to subject, can you advise on the following: One bottle 1971 Fontanafredda ... A: Wines of this age are always a gamble because so much depends on the way they were stored so I think ... | |
| Taylor Fladgate valuation | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of 1955 vintage bottled 1957 Taylor Fladgate port. I live in France, so if ... A: These are from a very famous vintage but the value would depend on condition in terms of level, ... | |
| maybe vintage port? | 11/29/2011 |
| Q: i have 3 bottles of port that seems to be old but has no date on the labels, bottle one is a ... A: These aren't Vintage Ports I'm afraid as those words, plus a date, are always printed on the label ... | |
| Port valuation | 11/25/2011 |
| Q: I have several cases of port purchased from Harrods over a number of years, and am considering ... A: Please come back with the full details off these labels as the values will depend more on the ... | |
| Casa Dos Vinhos Madeira Wine | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: I looked up a question you answered for another curious soul. Expert: David Ling - 1/25/2010 ... A: You won't like this answer but I don't know any lawful way you could sell this privately in Canada - ... | |
| Partners Port | 11/21/2011 |
| Q: I have been given a commemorative DON DECANTER made by Wedgwood celebrating the Royal Silver ... A: As the silver jubilee was in 1977 and Partners is Sandeman's de-luxe Ruby Port I'm afraid the ... | |
| Sealed wine charles and diana | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: My mum was given 2 sealed corked bottles of wine still boxed as a gift back in 1981 to commemorate ... A: Sekt is a commercial sparkler made in Germany for drinking on release or shortly after so one from ... | |
| Permartin Sherry Casa Fundada En 181 | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I have an very old bottle of Pemartin Sherry which appears to be from 1810. Label on the front says ... A: There are Sherry collectors but only of the very top ones carrying a Solera date, as far as I know. ... | |
| Karrawirra Premium Vintage Port1980 | 11/16/2011 |
| Q: Box of 6 Wildflowers of the Australian Mainland set no. 1424 Are they still ok and how do i know if ... A: A similar set is currently on offer at Gumtree for $250.00 ... | |
| Rare Mercier wine? | 11/12/2011 |
| Q: I recently found a bottle of champagne hidden away at home despite searching google for hours I ... A: I'm glad you found some of my previous answers helpful. Mercier was a famous company in its day ... | |
| Wooden boxed bottle of offley boa vista lbv 1982 | 11/11/2011 |
| Q: I have been told that this gift box is collectable and quite expensive. Could you please advise me ... A: I'm afraid Offley Ports don't command the prices of some other brands; besides which, this is rather ... | |
| Warre's Tawny Port | 11/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle, in a presentation box, labelled “Warre’s - Oldest Ally – Very Finest Old Tawney ... A: I've never come across this labeling before but I'd be surprised if it attracted collectors any more ... | |
| Taylor Fladgate Port | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: 1995. Bottled 1997. Quinta de Vargellas Vintage Porto. When to open? Approximate value? Live on ... A: This would be a thoughtful present for a Port lover as single-quinta Ports usually mature at around ... | |
| Valuation - Hennessy VSOP Reserve & Remy Martin | 11/6/2011 |
| Q: I am from Singapore. I have 2 old liquor bought 29years ago and intend to sell them. I don't drink ... A: The value will depend very much on the level and I'm afraid many Cognacs of this age have lost much ... | |
| Chateau Pavillon Bel Air | 11/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1996 Chateau Pavillon Del Air Lalande de Pomerol. It says J F and D Quenin proprietaires. ... A: This property has enjoyed investment by the new owners since 1994 and is one of the best in this ... | |
| mirafiore wine bottle | 11/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a leather pheasant chianti empty wine bottle mint condition. (1966) curious to know if it is ... A: I'm afraid bottle collecting isn't my field so I suggest you have a browse on this directory: ... | |
| Moet & Chandon 1996 Vintage Champagne | 11/2/2011 |
| Q: I have an unopened boxed bottle 750 ml of Millesime Blanc Vintage Moet & Chandon Champagne 1996 and ... A: This should be fine drinking if you've kept it properly - lying down in a cool dark place. ... | |
| 1994 Box set Perrier Jouet | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1994 Perrier Jouet Belle Epoque, in it's original box, given as a gift direct ... A: This was a poor year in Champagne, as in much of France, so this won't be a good example of Belle ... | |
| Is my wine still good? | 10/30/2011 |
| Q: I recently came across a bottle of wine from 1983 and was wondering if it is still good. I will do ... A: 'Schwarze Katz', or 'Black Cat', is a brand of low-cost German table wine produced in the off-dry or ... | |
| value | 10/29/2011 |
| Q: David my father-inlaw recently brought out a bottle of arch duke yugoslav laski riesling from the ... A: Laski Riesling has no connection with the fine Riesling grape and is just one of the many confusing ... | |
| WINDFALL WINES | 10/26/2011 |
| Q: Just come into ownership of following, stored upright in dry,dark indoors in Cardiff until ... A: The Taylor '27 is a famous and very valuable Port so I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's in ... | |
| Please price this port | 10/24/2011 |
| Q: Do you have any info on this port, price, age, and how rare. Thanks a lot ! A: This is a sweet white Port from a very old company, now part of the Barros Almeida group, that's ... | |
| Aloxe Corton Latour Wine | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: I am helping a good friend clear out her late fathers garage and we have come accross a bottle of ... A: There's a good description of Aloxe-Corton at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Aloxe-Corton_wine that ... | |
| Taylor's Port | 10/21/2011 |
| Q: Have got a bottle of Taylor's late bottled vintage reserve port 1971. Bottled in Oporto 1977. Is ... A: This should still be OK to drink but it's now old for a LBV so it will be in decline - losing fruit ... | |
| Wine valuation | 10/18/2011 |
| Q: I would be interested to know how much a bottle of wine that we have had for quite some time would ... A: This is one of the most confusing names as it's often mixed up with the, rather better, Pauillac Ch ... | |
| Similar question | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: A.5.848.454,also Chateau de Belleverne 1976 Beajolais and finally Chateau de Tracy Pouilly Fume 1974 ... A: I'm flattered that anyone teaching WSET 4 needs help from me; shouldn't you sign-up and become an ... | |
| Haut-médoc | 10/14/2011 |
| Q: Bonjour,mon nom est PETRY. J'ai un bordeaux haut-médoc de l'année 1949 du chateau Monteil du Moulina ... A: Salut Petry, Acceptez s'il vous plaît mes apologies de cette traduction automatique mais je suis ... | |
| Rouyer Guillet Cognac | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of rouyer guillet cognac, it has a lable on it that says grande reserve it also has ... A: This certainly has a value as this is a fine Cognac from a very reputable producer but it's ... | |
| Chianti Bessi (1977) | 10/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chianti Bessi (1977) Vintage. It is a decanter, in the shape of an eagle in green ... A: I'm sorry but Chiantis aren't intended for keeping much beyond 5 years, even when from a major ... | |
| Hennessy Private Reserve 1865 | 10/12/2011 |
| Q: I have an unopened mint condition bottle of Hennessy Private Reserve 1865. Im selling and i have a ... A: It would seem fair to me for your buyer to pay a shade below your purchase price as he could get it ... | |
| Vintage Martell VSOP price | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: I live in malaysia and would appreciate your expertise to evaluate 2 vintage martell vsop sealed ... A: Both of these old bottles are rather ullaged, I.E. they have lost some of the original contents ... | |
| Laurent-Perrier Champagne Labelling | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have inherited a Magnum of Laurent-Perrier Champagne that had lain in a cellar for many years. It ... A: Did you try Laurent-Perrier (UK) as they should be able to give you a better answer than I could? ... | |
| Rocha`s port | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: so my 65 year old port does not have any sign of a date on it,on the bottom left of the bottle it ... A: 'Supposed to be 40 years old then' worries me as any 'Port With an Indication of Age' should say ... | |
| 2001 French wine | 10/5/2011 |
| Q: I have just received a case of 12 bottles of French wine produced by Perrin & Fils, Vacqueyras, 'Les ... A: This is one of the top village wines of the Rhone, from a good producer and a good year so these ... | |
| 1969 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: My husband bought a bottle of 1969 Piper Heidsieck Brut Champagne at a flea market for $4.00. We're ... A: Hy Lynda, That sounds a good gamble for $4.00 but I'm afraid there is no way for you to sell such ... | |
| Vintage Port | 10/3/2011 |
| Q: I have two bottles of vintage port. Both Niepoorts Vintage - one is 1933 and the other 1945. Can ... A: Both of these would attract bidder interest at auction as Niepoort is a famous family firm. And '45 ... | |
| Dom Perignon 1982 - with box - value | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1982, Dom Perignon - in its box - the seal has been opened at some stage. Slight ... A: I think you could hope for an auction catalogue figure around the £200 mark if the wear on the foil ... | |
| Siglo Rioja 1961 | 9/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of vintage wine -- 1961 Siglo Rioja. It has a burlap covering the bottle. The label ... A: I'm afraid this is very old for what it is so it's not likely to be enjoyable after so long; not ... | |
| 1904 Hooper Port Wine | 9/27/2011 |
| Q: I was just given this bottle of wine and was wondering how good it was and what the estimated price ... A: Any dated Port of this age deserves professional appraisal as any Vintage or Colheita Port that old ... | |
| validity of an old bottle of champagne | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: I am from Beirut Lebanon i found a bottle of champagne in my grandparent’s house, but I don’t know ... A: I'm sorry but it would be impossible to sell any Champagne that's lost so much of its contents - ... | |
| vintage port | 9/26/2011 |
| Q: I have several bottles of port that I would like to know if they are of any value. They are all ... A: These all have significant value - especially the Dow '63s - but accurate valuation will depend on ... | |
| 1970 Dom Perignon | 9/23/2011 |
| Q: I live in Salisbury, Maryland in the USA. I purchaced an estate last week and found a bottle of ... A: Not even Champagne of this quality lasts for ever so this needs appraising professionally in terms ... | |
| Giunti&Figli Bottle | 9/17/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know if the bottle is of Value. My Aunt is 90 years old and has a bottle that has ... A: It would be easier to identify this if you could PLEASE upload a photo but I feel fairly sure that ... | |
| Graham's late bottled vintage port 1979 miniature bottle. | 9/16/2011 |
| Q: I have just been given over 50 miniature bottles from my mum bar display that she has had for over ... A: This LBV is from one of the best producers, but isn't from a great vintage - which is why they ... | |
| Champagne/ Wine Valuations | 9/15/2011 |
| Q: My mum (a tee-totaller!) wishes to query the following: 1. Charles Hiedsieck. Reims France. 75cl. ... A: No; they're not poison but they are all a bit old for what they are. The star is obviously the ... | |
| Chateau | 9/14/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a storage unit in the U.S. And came across a big wooden box of various wines all ... A: You got a bonus buing that unit! Assuming the bottles are all in good condition in terms of levels, ... | |
| Advise & Valuation | 9/13/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of champagne as below and kindly request your expert advise, knowledge and ... A: Vintage dates are always shown on Vintage Champagne labels but Krug's name and fame is based on ... | |
| Chambolle-Musigny | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: I have found a bottle in cellar from an old house my brother was doing up. It is 1971 Chambolle ... A: This is now rather old, although it come from a good maker and a good vintage. I wouldn't rush to ... | |
| VERY OLD LIQUEUR BRANDY 1858 | 9/12/2011 |
| Q: I AM INTERESTED IN THE VALUATION OF THIS BOTTLE I INHERITED FROM MY GRANDFATHER. IT IS UNOPENED ... A: The moisture you can feel will result from the failure of the cork, which is allowing some of the ... | |
| Advise & Valuation | 9/11/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of champagne as below and kindly request your expert advise, knowledge and ... A: These are both very fine Champagnes - I have very fond memories of the '66 - but I'm always ... | |
| Mouton-Cadet 1970 | 9/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Baron Phillipe de Rothschild 1970 Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux Red wine....1Qt, 1pt 2 fl ... A: I'm sorry but you'd find it very difficult to sell this lawfully as I don't think any auction house ... | |
| Wines&champagne | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a collection of wines and champagne of approximately 200-300 bottles from DP to M&CH , ... A: A collection of this size deserves professional appraisal as potential entries into a fine wine ... | |
| opened Cognac Camus Napoleon | 9/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a opened bottle of Cognac Camus Napoleon La grande marque belonging to my dad who bought it ... A: I'm not familiar with Australian legislation on the subject but generally Health and Safety laws do ... | |
| charles/diana wedding commemorative port | 9/6/2011 |
| Q: david, i have a 750ml bottle of "Royal Wedding Commemorative 1981 Vintage Port" made by B.Liebich & ... A: Liebich is a large producer in Barossa Valley that offers a wide range of wines, including ... | |
| 1bottle of chateau laftte rothschild1pt 8 oz | 9/5/2011 |
| Q: I have had this bottle for almost 30 years i have kept in a dark closet all this time and i keep it ... A: Assuming that your closet is cold and that the bottle is pristine in terms of level and capsule, I ... | |
| 1986 bordeaux | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I have found 3 bottles of Grand Vin de Bordeaux 1986 Chateau Gaudin pauillac whilst clearing out my ... A: I don't think investment was in your father's mind when he bought these as only the very top wines ... | |
| Label for a Moselblumchen bottle | 9/1/2011 |
| Q: Hey David! I am looking for a picture of an label from a Moselblumchen bottle. I am working on a ... A: I'm afraid you may find this difficult in Sweden so I suggest you ask the scriptwriter to adjust the ... | |
| Browne-Vintners Co. Alcohol | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I Have This Bottle Dated In The 1880s, It Is Unopened,And The Brand Is Browne-Vintners Co. It Is 1 ... A: I'm sorry but you'd find it very difficult to sell this miniature lawfully as the selling costs - ... | |
| value of one bottle of wine | 8/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Welgemeend estate wine Douelle 1995 vintage and wondered if the bottle had any ... A: I'm afraid South African wines don't command high prices at auction so I don't think it would be ... | |
| Champagne Valuation | 8/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Champagne that I was given for my 16th birthday in 1996. I have no idea if ... A: Pol Roger, like most of the top producers, make several cuvées that have slightly different labels ... | |
| Vino Gran Caruso vintage wine | 8/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine from Italy with no date on it. It was imported by Kobrand Corporation, ... A: Ravello is a town situated above the Amalfi Coast in the province of Salerno, Campania in Southern ... | |
| Camus Celebration Cognac | 8/26/2011 |
| Q: What sort of value for a 1L bottle Camus Celebration Cognac (seal intact) Serial No.060050 A: It's difficult to be precise with this as it isn't on offer from any merchant but we're probably ... | |
| value of wine | 8/25/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle or 1979 grahams late bottled vintage port what is it worth and when\how long will it ... A: LBVs usually peak at around 10 years after bottling so this is probably into decline by now and ... | |
| Antique whiskey bottle I.W. Harper | 8/22/2011 |
| Q: I have an antique I.W.Harper whiskey bottle, empty,in perfect condition.It has the glass/cork ... A: I'm sorry but antique bottles are a specialist interest that I don't share so I can't help you ... | |
| wine valuation | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I live in Perth Australia and have some wine I brought from the UK.I dont know whether to keep o ... A: I don't think there's anything to be gained by keeping these any longer so I'd drink fairly soon, ... | |
| "rare ruby port" | 8/19/2011 |
| Q: My grandparents recently went through their very old liquor cabinet and found several 50+ year old ... A: I think Rodrigues & Company is now part of the Barros Almeida Group along with Feist, Hutcheson, ... | |
| 1966 vintage wine bottle of a dark lady | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: Sir, I have a 13" wine bottle of a dark woman with a water jug balanced on her head with her left ... A: Fancy bottles of Chianti are produced in Tuscany in great quantities for sale as tourist souvenirs ... | |
| wine evaluation (private individual) | 8/18/2011 |
| Q: I have (4) four btls. of wine I want to sell. Could you please give me an idea what I might expect ... A: Professional appraisal of these bottles in terms of levels, labels and capsules will be required to ... | |
| martell cognac | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: I have recently inherited a bottle of 'COGNAC XO SUPREME, 3.0 Litre' from the year 1715 at 40%vol ... A: Cognacs in such large formats are very rare but I can't see a reason why this shouldn't be genuine - ... | |
| the marketing/alcohol % changes in wines | 8/16/2011 |
| Q: I started drinking French wines in 1969 and enjoyed most of them with meals. It used to be easy to ... A: I share your view! I'm not sure how best to answer you though as I'm sure you don't need me to ... | |
| Pieroth Blue | 8/14/2011 |
| Q: I have recently been cleaning out my grandads house ready to sell and dug out a bottle of 1985 ... A: I'm sorry but this is many years too old for you to be able to open with any anticipation of ... | |
| Chateau Musseau 1964 | 8/13/2011 |
| Q: A friend of mine has shown me 6 bottles of a Chateau Musseau, Côtes Fransac of 1964. He has kept the ... A: I'm afraid there's little chance in enjoyment from drinking any Fronsac of this age as the region is ... | |
| Possible valuation | 8/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chateauneuf-Du-Pape 1966, the label has 'Applellation Chateauneuf-Du-Pape ... A: This is very old for any CdP and I'm afraid I can't see significant value in this bottle, which ... | |
| 1991 rugby world cup wine | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: I also have a bottle from the 1991 rugby world cup and live in NZ, it is a bordeaux, A.De Luze 33450 ... A: I don't know if there'd be any collector interest among NZ rugby enthusiasts but I'm afraid I don't ... | |
| Wert einer Weinflasche | 8/11/2011 |
| Q: Haben eine Fritz Lamby, 1974er Langenlonsheimer Sonnenborn, Bingen Büdesheim am Rhein, hat diese ... A: Dies ist sehr alt für das, was scheint, aa blended Tafelwein sein, wie du nicht benannt haben eine ... | |
| jules mignon & co cm8 475755 champagne | 8/10/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle of vintage jules mignon champagne, code number cm 8 475 755, i have owned it for ... A: I'm afraid this low-cost non-vintage Champagne won't be easy to sell after so long but possibly you ... | |
| Jose Peymartin Sherry | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: My uncle has a 1914 Sherry with the above name. Bottled in Spain Serial number 52254756 Bottle ... A: I assume there's a typo in your question and that your uncle has a bottle of Jose Pemartin Sherry ... | |
| 1976 PERRIER JOUET | 8/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1976 PERRIER JOUET CHAMPAGNE. SPECIAL RESERVE. EPERNAY FRANCE. 75 cl. It is in a ... A: Champagnes of this age are always a bit of a gamble as so much depends on storage conditions but it ... | |
| Vintage Champagne | 8/4/2011 |
| Q: I have two bottles of vintage Champagne: 1926 Appay Pere & Fils, Reims and a 1917 Delbeck & Co, ... A: These are extremely difficult to value as Champagnes of this age are only sought-after by specialist ... | |
| champagne | 8/3/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of Champagne all from the early 1980s 2 are G H Mumms Cordon rouge. One has number ... A: Non-vintage Champagne from the early 80's wouldn't be easy to sell as collectors usually prefer such ... | |
| 1973 Perrier Jouet Special Reserve & 1971 Salon le Mesnil | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a one bottle of each of the above and wondered if you might relay any information you may ... A: I'd rather not raise your hopes by mentioning a figure as the value of these very old Champagnes is ... | |
| House of Banfi Vintage 1974 | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: About 4' feet tall, 344/f ounces The design of the bottle is a basket design on the bottom, with ... A: This is one of the better examples of the fancy bottles produced in the Tuscany region of Italy for ... | |
| Assortment of wine | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I was recently given some bottles wine by my grandfather. Was just curious about aging on these ... A: I'm sorry but I think you should keep these on display to show your appreciation of your GD's ... | |
| GH mumm | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of G.H. Mumm Extra Dry Champagne approx. mid 1960 the only numbers I can find are ... A: I don't know any lawful way for you to sell this privately in Canada as all sales of alcohol are ... | |
| 1937 cordon rouge | 7/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of G.H.MUMM 1937 Cordon Rouge - Champagne Brut. On the label is stamped "Reserved ... A: Condition is all-important with Champagnes of this age - especially when they are from the last ... | |
| Offley Boa Vista 1977 | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: My Mother in Law has a crate of Offley Boa Vista 1977 Vintage Port in her garage. It has been there ... A: This is from a famous and popular vintage so I think these would be easy to sell for around £40/50 ... | |
| Wine and bottle info | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a spiral shaped bottle of wine that is 33 1/2 inches tall that was given to me a long time ... A: I don't think it would be possible to date this precisely as I think bottles in this shape are still ... | |
| Wine and bottle info | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a spiral shaped bottle of wine that is 33 1/2 inches tall that was given to me a long time ... A: This is one of the better examples of the fancy bottles produced in the Tuscany region of Italy for ... | |
| Wine bottle | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: Hope this isn't too trivial a question for you. I have a Mirafiore Chianti Classico 1966 bottle ( ... A: No questions are too trivial so well done for asking before you took a chance. However, there's no ... | |
| wine value | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: David: I have been saving an unusual "fluted" bottle of porto dalva house reserve 1944 (bottled in ... A: These are difficult to value precisely as both are specialist interests and demand is volatile but I ... | |
| Cuvee Josephine 1985 | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: We've been given a bottle of Champagne Joseph Perrier Cuvee Josephine 1985 a few years back. Have we ... A: This was a superb vintage and wines at this quality level should still be fine drinking if they've ... | |
| Palmela Wine question | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a wine left to me from my father. Portugese wine, with the following label: Palmela Superior ... A: Palmela is a well-regarded area of the Setubal peninsular near Lisbon that produces a range of ... | |
| croft port | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of crofts port made in 1920 bottled in 1922 The bottle is black and the cork is ... A: Old Ports always command a substantial premium from collectors simply because of the rarity - which ... | |
| Is my Wine of value? | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: I received a bottle of wine as a present to celebrate a birthday, some years passed. And, have ... A: This is a basic AC Bordeaux wine, rather than one of the quality to qualify for a higher ... | |
| cognac | 7/20/2011 |
| Q: what is the value of this cognac? the label reads as follows personally sellected by frank ... A: I think you might hope to sell this for around $50 as replacement costs seem rather higher than that ... | |
| 1996 Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac, France | 7/19/2011 |
| Q: I was given the following as a gift (based in the UK): 1 x 150cl, 1996, Baron Philippe de ... A: Your summary of this wine is perfect - and I'm glad you haven't ben seduced by thoughts that this ... | |
| vintage 1929 bottle | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Mirafiore Demi- sec, 13 oz still has original paper around it. vintage 1929 ... A: I'd like to know the full text from the label (come back if you want!) but it's difficult to see a ... | |
| Value of wine | 7/18/2011 |
| Q: My name is Renee, and I live in Minneapolis, Minnesota. I have a bottle of 1976 Romanian Premiat ... A: I'm sorry but these are both very old indeed for what they are - which would make them difficult for ... | |
| 1967 Sichel &fils Freres | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: Found this bottle of wine in a basement of a estate sale , was behind a shelf unit in the basement ... A: I don't think you'd be able to sell this lawfully as I don't think any auction house or merchant ... | |
| Smith Woodhouse Port | 7/15/2011 |
| Q: I recently spotted your name after I asked a question to another expert but I think you may be in a ... A: I'm sorry you didn't get the help you were seeking from my colleague so I hope this is what you ... | |
| Porto Colheita 1952 Niepoort | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: my friend has asked me to sell a bottle of this port on ebay, I have no idea about port, and was ... A: Ebay wouldn't be my preferred sale route for such a valuable bottle as I don't think that site ... | |
| Piper-Heidsieck | 7/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Piper-Heidsieck Champagne. The bottle and label are of good quality. The Bottle ... A: I'm afraid you'd find it very difficult to sell a single bottle of old NV Champagne lawfully as I ... | |
| Warres Vintage Port | 7/11/2011 |
| Q: We have a dozen bottles of 1975 Vintage Warres Port, could you give me some idea of value please? ... A: The average cost of replacing these from a retailer would be around £45 per, plus VAT and delivery, ... | |
| Old cognac | 7/10/2011 |
| Q: I've just found and old bottle of cognac in my grandpa cabinet. It is a Vieux Cognac VSOP Napoleon ... A: There's no reason why this shouldn't still be a fine drink as all spirits last virtually ... | |
| collectable champagne | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: i have 2 bottle of champagne and was wandering if they are collectables im guessing that the ... A: This was probably good value in its day but non-vintage Champagnes are intended for drinking within ... | |
| unopened wine | 7/7/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle of soave bolla white wine from italy never opened would this be valuable and what ... A: You don't say how long you've had this but Soaves are light table wines intended for drinking soon ... | |
| pommery and greno | 7/6/2011 |
| Q: The bottle is immaculate as it has been wrapped in tissue since the 50s , the level of liquid is to ... A: Two auction houses in Scotland come to mind as possible sources of professional help with this ... | |
| 3 Bottles 1987 Marilyn Monroe Merlot | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: David, Interested in knowing a realistic value for my 3 bottles of 1987 Marilyn Monroe Merlot. The ... A: These are very difficult to value as demand for this Nova Wines ultra-premium brand is volatile, due ... | |
| 1979 louis jadot | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: 1979 beaujolais jadot - what is its value? A: I'm afraid you'd find it very difficult to sell such an old Beaujolais as this so it's hard to see ... | |
| Vintage Port Value | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a single bottle of Port that I would like to know the value of please? It is a black bottle ... A: You could replace this for £48.50 inc VAT at the moment but availability is very small as '75s have ... | |
| finding a wine | 7/4/2011 |
| Q: Im trying to find a wine and having no luck finding it. details on the bottle are- 50eme ... A: These bottles used to crop up regularly on eBay France and other on-line sites with asking prices of ... | |
| 1975 chianti | 7/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1975 Chianti in a green glass eagle bottle, I know that 1975 was a good year, and I have ... A: Fancy bottles are popular tourist souvenirs in Tuscany but I'm afraid they never contain the best ... | |
| Are these wines too old too drink? | 7/2/2011 |
| Q: Please advise whether the following are ok to drink;_Semillon Chardonay 2000. Hardys Chardonnay ... A: These are all getting on a bit and need drinking soon - with an awareness that they may have lost ... | |
| Rare Douro Port 1905 | 6/28/2011 |
| Q: I live in the Denver, Colorado (USA) metro area and have a 1 pint 9 ounce bottle of Rare Douro Port ... A: You have a valuable bottle here if it has a pristine capsule as well as a good level as many ... | |
| pommery and greno | 6/27/2011 |
| Q: I have an immaculate bottle of Pommery and Greno 1929 champagne and was curios to find out a ... A: This might be attractive to collectors as it's from an excellent vintage but I'd rather not mention ... | |
| Marnier Lapostolle Fine Champagne Cognac | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I have a 750ml bottle of Marnier-Lapostolle cognac/fine champagne and was wondering if you could ... A: I'm sorry but I don't know of any way you could sell this lawfully in Canada - which means that your ... | |
| value of my wine | 6/25/2011 |
| Q: I had an aunt pass away some time ago, and I found a bottle of wine while cleaning out her house. I ... A: Sorry about your aunt - especially as she was obviously a serious wine enthusiast. However, I'm ... | |
| chateau .d. angludet | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle of chateau .d.anludet 1975 grand cru exceptionel shipped and bottled by andre simon ... A: This is listed by a London merchant for £25 plus VAT but it wasn't one of the better wines made in ... | |
| Champagne | 6/23/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Bollinger Champagne; Labeled: July 29th 1981; specially shipped to celebrate the ... A: A pristine bottle of '73 Bollinger RD certainly has a value - despite its age - and a substantial ... | |
| Wine bottles | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to find some empty wine bottles that are dated 1981. I would love to find at least 2, ... A: There's no ready source of dated empty bottles that I can think of as empties usually go straight to ... | |
| vaule of case of vintage port | 6/22/2011 |
| Q: Wanted to know the value of 12 bottles of Hooper's 1954 vintage port A: This is very difficult to put a figure on as 1954 wasn't a good vintage and the Hooper name hasn't ... | |
| 83 chateau saint colombe | 6/19/2011 |
| Q: Yesterday we opened with our father a 1983 Chateau Sainte Colombe Bordeaux Superieur -Cotes de ... A: This CdC has had considerable investment recently so don't be put off by your experience with that ... | |
| A 100+ year old Port | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired a bottle of Brotherhood Winery (Washingtonville, NY) Old Medicinal Port dated 1896. ... A: Good luck at the sale - but don't bet the farm that you'll turn a profit! Indeed 'Oporto type' ... | |
| A 100+ year old Port | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I just acquired a bottle of Brotherhood Winery (Washingtonville, NY) Old Medicinal Port dated 1896. ... A: Brotherhood have strong claims to be the oldest winery in the USA ... | |
| port valuation | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: Sorry, David, forgot to include pertinent information in the first posting we sent about the 1944 C. ... A: I suggest you ask Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) or Wine Gavel (http://winegavel.com/) ... | |
| C. Da Silva Oporto | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: We have three bottles of C. Da Silva port; we are interested in having them valuated. We've uploaded ... A: These are aged Tawnies, or 'Colheitas' in Portspeak, but I'm afraid I can't suggest a value without ... | |
| Value of Henry Selection | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: We have 2 bottles of the following, do you know if it's worth anything? We live in Illinois ... A: This isn't a top wine and value will depend very much on the condition of the bottles in terms of ... | |
| Rouyer cognac | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: I received a gift of RGB (Rouyer Guillet Brand est. 1701) cognac. The bottle is tied in wire, the ... A: Old Cognacs certainly have a value to collectors, but it's a specialist market so I suggest you ... | |
| wine value | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: how much a Chateau Anniche, premieres cotes de bordeaux 1991 will be worth on the market? and a ... A: That make it clear that this is a wine from the Cozes Hermitage that was bottled by a Burgundy ... | |
| wine value | 6/13/2011 |
| Q: how much a Chateau Anniche, premieres cotes de bordeaux 1991 will be worth on the market? and a ... A: I'm afraid Premieres Cotes wines don't command high prices from collectors, and this is rather old ... | |
| rare sherry? | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Berisford Solera 1914 Rare Amontillado Fino Sherry - Reserva Privada Bottle No ... A: I'd drink it because I'm a fan of good Sherries but it might be worth asking Bid for Wine ... | |
| 2 wines inherited | 6/12/2011 |
| Q: I've inherited two wines I am interested in getting a value for, as I am not really a wine drinker. ... A: I'm sorry but I can't see any value here as you'd find it very difficult to sell these. The ... | |
| 1926 Gouveia Port | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I've inherited an unopened bottle of port from my late aunt. Around the neck of the bottle is a ... A: 1926 wasn't a vintage that was declared generally and nor is J.P. Gouveia a notable shipper but I ... | |
| Charles Heidseick 1920 | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to find a value for my bottle of charles heidseick 1920. I have attached 2 pictures of ... A: As you're nearer to the US than any other country where private sale of wine isn't unlawful, I'd ... | |
| Charles Heidseick 1920 | 6/11/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to find a value for my bottle of charles heidseick 1920. I have attached 2 pictures of ... A: I'm sorry but I don't know any lawful way you could sell this in Canada so the blunt answer must be ... | |
| remy martin fine champagne, cognac, 946 ml, on back label says du 13 janvier 1938 art 1 | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: iv inherited a bottle, unopened of remy martin , dated 13 january 1938 with the box in very good ... A: Old Cognacs CAN be valuable because of collector interest but it's a specialist market so I'd rather ... | |
| Cognac | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: I found a bottle of Aigle Imperiale ; Distilled by E. Cusenier & C, Cognac, France. Imported by W.A. ... A: I think you may have found something that would interest Cognac collectors as Cusenier are best ... | |
| value please. | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne/wine 13 pints. 1983 Jeanmaire chalons sur marne from france. could you ... A: This is very difficult to value because 1983 wasn't a great vintage, Jeanmaire isn't a well-known ... | |
| 1971 Novaj | 6/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Pieroth Connoisseur Selection 1971 Novaj Gewurztraminer white Ausbruch grape ... A: I'm sorry but this is decades past its prime and will only decline further if you keep it longer. ... | |
| vintage port | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: i have a case of Warre 1970 Tercentenery vintage port i am thinking of selling, can you give me an ... A: This is a lovely Port that is now nicely mature so I don't think you'd have any difficulty selling. ... | |
| port value | 5/30/2011 |
| Q: My son was given a case of Quarles Harris 1983 vintage port for his christening and he is now ... A: QH is a good Port from the Symington stable but isn't quite in the class of their Warre, Graham or ... | |
| wine value | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: I have found these wines in the back closet wine rack in my basement. Is there any value to them, is ... A: These are all commercial whites that were intended for drinking on release so I don't think you'd ... | |
| sandeman port | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Sandeman 1970, bottle in 1972 port, is this worth anything. Thanks & regards ... A: Indeed this has a value as Sandeman is a leading Port house and the '70s are at their peak now and ... | |
| wine valuation | 5/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1983 somlo..muskat ottonel...Ausbruch..maker Fedinard Pieroth gmbh..could ... A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see any value here for three reasons: Firstly, this is now very old ... | |
| wine value | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I inherited a small collection of wine and was told that these particular ones may be some value. ... A: A collection of this quality deserves professional appraisal, perhaps by Wine Commune - ... | |
| wine | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1914 bottle of Grand Vin.. E. Thoreau & Fils ? ANSWER: Hi Heidi, I'm sorry ... A: or Buyer's Own Brand. (The medal decorations are probably fictitious; just added to the label to ... | |
| Port | 5/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Offley Baron de Forrester "1975 Reserve" very old tawney port bottled in 1998. I ... A: Colheitas can be very enjoyable for many years after bottling although the makers release them when ... | |
| wine | 5/25/2011 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1914 bottle of Grand Vin.. E. Thoreau & Fils ? A: I'm sorry but I need the full text from the label before I could answer this fully, and your opinion ... | |
| Champagne | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I live in Crawley, sussex.uk. I have a bottle of 1928 vintage renaudin- bollinger & co Ay-champagne ... A: Pristine bottles of '28 Champagne CAN make it into four figures GBP at auction as it was an ... | |
| Churchill's Quinta do Rio Vintage Port 2001 | 5/23/2011 |
| Q: I have bought 2 bottles of the above in a charity auction I paid £45 for the 2, was this a good ... A: I think you did well as Churchill single quintas usually retail at upwards of £30 each, although I ... | |
| Valuation please. | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Berisford Solera 1914-Sherry marked Rare Pale Cream/Reserva Privada/Bodegas de ... A: I'm afraid Cream Sherries don't attract much interest at wine auctions but I think you might hope ... | |
| Port | 5/20/2011 |
| Q: Can you give me an indication of the value of a bottle of 1958 SVP Constantino, SARL. What to expect ... A: Constantinos is part of the reputable Ferreira group but isn't a first-division Port producer and ... | |
| Valuation | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: Please could you tell me the value of bottle of SANDERMAN IMPERIAL 20yr old TAWNY PORT. Given as a ... A: Sandeman 20YO Port is available from several UK merchants at prices from £23.75 + VAT and might make ... | |
| Wine bottle | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I have what I think could be collectable. It is a large empty wine bottle. "VIEUX CELLIER D'YVECOURT ... A: This was a brand of blended table wine produced by the Bordeaux negociants Yvon Mau but I doubt if ... | |
| Pieroth Brut | 5/17/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of Pieroth Brut (Sekt)1981 limited edition boxed. Are they worth anything A: I'm sorry but these are very old indeed for Sekts as that style of German sparkler is intended for ... | |
| wine | 5/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a 4/5 quart bottle Paul Masson Rarity rare tawny port boxed with two hand made dessert wine ... A: This is from a large producer of low-cost Californian wines that don't interest enthusiasts so it ... | |
| 1943 Carvalho, Ribeiro & Ferreira Ducal | 5/13/2011 |
| Q: Our friends showed us a bottle of this wine today. It had a wax seal with ribbons attached and was ... A: Could there be a typo in your question? I suspect you mean 'Carcavelos' (a producer to the east of ... | |
| Please price this bottle | 5/12/2011 |
| Q: I have inherited 50 or so bottles of the attached picture. They are full and in original case. ... A: I'd need to know the full text from the labels, which your photo doesn't show, before agreeing with ... | |
| value | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of grand marnier cuvee du centenaire 1827-1927 still in box never been open what is ... A: The replacement value of this is around $100/125 plus taxes but I haven't seen any recent auction ... | |
| MADEIRA WINE | 5/9/2011 |
| Q: This bottle reads MANUEL de SOUSA, HERDEIROS MADEIRA WINE VERDELHO MADEIRA ISLAND. It has a crest ... A: This producer isn't as well-known as the big shippers like Blandy's but I've seen some very positive ... | |
| champagne | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: ,,both excellent condition and past and present storage,,,can you help me out on the value please A: I'm afraid this is a difficult one because these have long gone from merchants' shelves so I have no ... | |
| cognac | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: Hey David, I've recently bought 6 bottles of cognac for a party. But I am not a cognac drinker and ... A: Spirits aren't as sensitive to temperature as wines so I'd be fairly happy with your suggestion ... | |
| want to sell | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1962 Cuvee Dom Perignon. i'm looking sell it and would like to know its value. ... A: This was an excellent DP in its day and could still interest collectors even though it is now very ... | |
| dry monopole | 5/2/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Heidsieck & co gold top dry monopole with reserved for England and a crest on it ... A: 'Reserved for England' was a fairly common designation on Champagne bottles before and following ... | |
| Charles & Diana wine | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: we have two full bottles of wine with lables showing St Pauls Cathedral and 29 July 1981. The wine ... A: I'm sorry you had an unfortunate cork experience but this isn't unusual with wines of this age if ... | |
| 1965 barolo | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: ORIGINE CONTROLLATA. VINO DELL,ANNO 1965 * I love red wine , will this be ok to drink ? or i might ... A: This wasn't a great vintage for Barolo so it's difficult to see significant value here but I'd need ... | |
| vin mouton cadet 1966 | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: j'ai une bouteille de mouton cadet rotchild de 1966 que je veux vendre,ainsi que d'autres bouteilles ... A: Je suis désolé mais Mouton Cadet est un négociant mélange commercial destiné à la boisson à la ... | |
| Bollinger Champange | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I had a Magnum of Bollinger Millenium Champagne Special Cuvee Brut as a gift, can you tell me an ... A: Please come back with a photo of this bottle as I don't think there is any such thing as Bollinger ... | |
| pemartin sherry | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I have an old bottle of pemartin sherry. Label on the front says rich cream shery. The bottle is ... A: Bodegas de Jose Pemartin y Cia is a reputable firm but not one that many enthusiasts would rate in ... | |
| Royal Wedding Champagne 1981 | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck Royal Wedding Cuvee champagne selected for Prince of Wales ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old for any Champagne, although it was a good vintage and your bottle ... | |
| 1955 1er Cru Classe Pomerol | 4/28/2011 |
| Q: I worked for 28 years with a major wholesale wine and spirits Co. in Wash. DC. In 1983 I was given ... A: Wines of this age are extremely difficult to value but this may be worth professional appraisal as ... | |
| port cabnet | 4/27/2011 |
| Q: is it worth any think, is it worth holding on to? prince charles and princess diana commerative ... A: Some Australian 'ports' have a good following among collectors but I can't read the maker's name on ... | |
| Arbois Vin Jaune / Chateau Chalon | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: I have an arbois - Vin Jaune 2003 and a Chateau Chalon 1998. Were the years 2003 and 1998 good ... A: Specific vintages aren't important with Vins Jaune as these are deliberately oxidized in wood before ... | |
| champagne rene lalou | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: i have one champagne renea lalou,year 1969 in perfect situation,and i want to sell this ... A: This is one of the top Prestige Cuvées and was only produced in the period 1966 - 1985, until Mumm ... | |
| 1976 ruffino Chianti Classico | 4/26/2011 |
| Q: i have a picture of the bottle that i can send to you . any info at all would be great thanks. A: Rufino is a large and reputable producer in Tuscany - see http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ruffino - and ... | |
| Mateus white | 4/25/2011 |
| Q: David Is there a UK importer / supplier of Mateus white who could send a case to me in Edinburgh ? A: Mateus wines are widely available so most Edinburgh merchants should be able to supply you. The UK ... | |
| Cognac | 4/24/2011 |
| Q: I have a singler bottle of Girard Vintage 1865 Very Old Brandy. Label has Tonnay-Charente and a ... A: I'd rather not suggest a value for this as it is so rare that I wouldn't be able to find a reliable ... | |
| C Da Silva Porto shipping box | 4/23/2011 |
| Q: I noticed you responded to a C Da Silva question on this forum previously so wonder if you can help ... A: Old Port boxes sometimes come up on eBay so that might be a place to start; or a local wine merchant ... | |
| Champagne | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1943 Jean Bonet Champagne that I received from my parents. They bought it in the ... A: This is obviously very old indeed so you'd only be able to sell it to a Champagne enthusiast who ... | |
| Camus Napoleon Vieille Reserve Cognac | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I purchased this bottle about 20 years ago and was wondering what it's current value might be. The ... A: This will probably have appreciated considerably but I don't know any lawful way for you to sell it ... | |
| 1990 Edouard Vigneron Bordeaux | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I am wondering if this wine, labelled as "Historie de Paris, Edouard Vigneron, 1990 Bordeaux" ... A: AC Bordeaux is the most basic grade of wine that's legally allowed to use the Bordeaux name. They ... | |
| adelaide grand prix liqueur port | 4/22/2011 |
| Q: I have an old bottle of Liqueur Port celebrating the Adelaide Grandprix. I cannot remember the year ... A: McClaren Vale 'ports' have a good reputation for what they are - bearing in mind that real Port only ... | |
| 1991 Bordeaux | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: Good morning David, Whilst clearing out my cellar I have discovered a bottle of La Marotte, 1991 ... A: They can be made from any grape grown anywhere in the Bordeaux region and are usually low-cost ... | |
| 1991 Bordeaux | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: Good morning David, Whilst clearing out my cellar I have discovered a bottle of La Marotte, 1991 ... A: This is a challenging one because I don't know a La Marotte in Bordeaux so please come back with the ... | |
| French wine from 1970s through 1980s | 4/21/2011 |
| Q: I have come into possession of several french wines. Could you please give a valuation of them. I ... A: The star of this group is probably the Trotanoy, which would cost you over $200 to replace, plus ... | |
| camus jubilee | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: is it worth the money and as a collectable? A: The top tier of all wines and spirits always seems expensive because these are usually bought more ... | |
| valuing and drinkability of 1953 champagne | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Pommery & Greno Reims Extra sec Champagne dated 1953. It is in the original straw ... A: This is now very old indeed for any Champagne - although it's from a fairly good vintage. I'd ... | |
| Estimado Superior Old Tawny Port 1938 | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: It's me again. ;-) I would like to know, if the "Estimado Superior Old Tawny Port 1938" is a good ... A: This could be fairly valuable to collectors if the bottle is in good condition in terms of level, ... | |
| 1983 brut and other wine qn | 4/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a charles heidsieck 1983 brut. How long more can I store It? How should I set store it? I ... A: This is now very old for a Champagne from a rather ordinary vintage but there's still a chance that ... | |
| 1969 bottle of rose wine | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a sealed, all original, bottle of Da Silva Porto Crackling rose wine. The label reads; 26 ... A: I'm sorry but there is very little chance of enjoyment from any Portuguese rosé of this age as they ... | |
| ARBOIS - Les Vins de France 1962 | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I have an "ARBOIS - Les Vins de France rouge 1962 Reserve des caves de la reine Pdedauque, Negociant ... A: Arbois wines come from the Jura area of France, between the Saone and Switzerland, where most red ... | |
| La paroisse Haut-Medoc | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know, if a "Paroisse 1976 Grand vin de Bordeaux Haut-Medoc" would be drinkable ... A: I think this is a negotiant/merchant blend - but I can't remember which one uses that brand name I'm ... | |
| CHÂTEAU LA BECADE 1976 HAUT MEDOC | 4/19/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know, if the "CHÂTEAU LA BECADE 1976 HAUT MEDOC " is still drinkable and how the ... A: This isn't from a great vintage and dates from before Becade was acquired by the excellent cru ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 4/18/2011 |
| Q: In 1983 I was given a bottle of 1981 Chateau Du Mignon, St Emilion Grand Cru - Baron S de Montfort. ... A: I'm afraid '81 wasn't an outstanding vintage in St-E so even the top wines are now rather old. And, ... | |
| 1961 Taittinger comtes de chapagne & Yago 1959 | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I have this bottle with this additional info on the label. "blanc de blancs" champagne ... A: I'm afraid the provenance doesn't bode well for the Champagne, which might otherwise have interested ... | |
| Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1989 | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I have one sealed box containing 12 bottles in their original wrapping paper and one opened box ... A: Lucky you! I think you could hope for a catalogue valuation in the order of £280/300 per for these ... | |
| Perrier-Jouet | 4/13/2011 |
| Q: I just wanted to get an approximate value on a bottle of Champagne. The label reads as follows: ... A: There's a good description and tasting note for this at ... | |
| 1989 Taylors vintage port | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: We have a bottle of 1989 Taylors vintage port and we do not know if it is ready to drink or if we ... A: I don't think Taylor's declared the small 1989 Vintage so this may be a Port from a Single Quinta ... | |
| Martell XO Supreme Cognac kept since 1980 | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: This bottle is kept intact in its original bottle and box how much will we be able to sell this for? ... A: This could be replaced for around 500RM, plus taxes, but your bottle isn't in perfect condition so ... | |
| hand blown etched Martini set value | 4/11/2011 |
| Q: As chair of my church's Silent Auction May 14, 2011, I have been donated but unable to get info on a ... A: You could try browsing on eBay to see if anything similar has been sold recently - but don't be ... | |
| Sherry | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Gallo Livingston Cream Sherry 1976. It has been upright for at least 8 ... A: I'm afraid this isn't Sherry, whatever the label may say, as that only comes from SW Spain, but a ... | |
| hand blown etched Martini set value | 4/10/2011 |
| Q: As chair of my church's Silent Auction May 14, 2011, I have been donated but unable to get info on a ... A: I'm sorry but glassware such as you describe isn't my field. But valuations for charity auctions ... | |
| CH Gaultier & Co French brandy 1937 | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: Are you able to provide any information as to the value of a bottle of CH Gaultier & Co French ... A: I look forward to seeing the photo in due course but as you say that much of the contents has ... | |
| Monte Crasto Vinho Branco | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I live in Pennsylvania USA and founda basket weaved (empty) bottle. This is what it says across the ... A: I'm sorry but empty bottles have no value to wine enthusiasts, although some rare antique ones do ... | |
| Port | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I was given 10 cases of Port for my 21st birthday: listed below:(I'm sorry i don't have pictures or ... A: Sorry, I shouldn't have used jargon! IB = In Bond (I.E. before payment of duty and taxes.) OWC = ... | |
| Port | 4/7/2011 |
| Q: I was given 10 cases of Port for my 21st birthday: listed below:(I'm sorry i don't have pictures or ... A: What a lovely present. I expect you know that Churchill Graham is the youngest British Port house, ... | |
| Fonseca Bin 27 Port | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of this port as a wedding gift in 1972 in South Africa. My friend was a wealthy ... A: Bin 27 is Fonseca's de luxe Ruby - sometimes called a Reserve or Vintage Character Port - made by ... | |
| Marcel Neau Sparkling Wine | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: Is this bottle of 1981 Marcel Neau Sparking Wine with the original box of any value? If so, where ... A: Sparkling Saumurs are often good value but even ones from top makers like Bouvet wouldn't be ... | |
| Wine bottle | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a wine bottle with a white poodle on it The lable says The poodle Bottle 1955 Feinste ... A: I'm sorry but it wouldn't be possible to sell any wine as old as this with a leaking cork/foil so ... | |
| 1961 bottle champagne | 4/5/2011 |
| Q: can you please tell me if a bottle of champagne from 1961 is worth selling please and approx value?? A: A few '61 Champagnes are still valuable ad sought-after by enthusiasts despite their age so please ... | |
| Coated Pink Champagne Bottle | 4/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a sort of reflective pink coated bottle of "Dry Imperator New Yok State Pink Champagne ... A: Champagne is only made in the Champagne district of France, whatever the label may say, so I've no ... | |
| Bardi decrotive wine bottles. | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: I have two bottles from the 70's that are figures of a Tiger and one of a Italian Solder filled with ... A: I'm afraid there is no value here. Fancy bottles are produced in large quantities in Italy for sale ... | |
| CH Gaultier & Co French brandy 1937 | 4/1/2011 |
| Q: Are you able to provide any information as to the value of a bottle of CH Gaultier & Co French ... A: Please come back with the full text from the label as your paraphrasing doesn't give enough ... | |
| poodle wine ? poodle cologne ? | 3/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a ' Vintage 1968 ' Poodle with the head that can turn all the way around, with what I ... A: Novelty bottles are commonplace tourist souvenirs in Italy but I've never heard of one such as you ... | |
| Wine vakue | 3/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Genuine Port 1862 Port fine Ruby - Correa Ribeiro wine, imported by Chas,Gilman, ... A: I think the 1862 date refers to some point in the company's history as Ruby Ports are blends from ... | |
| cristal | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I cant find them on any site or shop site,plenty of 2002 and 2004. I did find them two years ... A: I don't think you'll find '91 Cristal anywhere as this wasn't a great vintage for Roederer or any ... | |
| value of champagne | 3/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of De Venoge Brut Millisime Champagne 1991. The bottle is a presentation box in ... A: This is difficult to value as it's no longer available from any UK merchant and is now rather old ... | |
| Information on Bordeaux Bottle of Wine I Have | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: I am trying to possibly valuate a bottle of wine to make a determintation whether to drink it or ... A: This is a good LdP and usually matches mid-range Pomerols so is often good value. The property is ... | |
| Tytell Europa Bordeaux | 3/28/2011 |
| Q: Greetings David! I live in Pennsylvania, USA and a friend of mine was clearing out her cellar this ... A: Visible sediment isn't an automatic sign of spoilage as all unfiltered wine throw some as they age ... | |
| Rare Vintage Port Wine | 3/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1927 basket weaved port in very good condition. When purchased it, it came with an old 1988 ... A: !927 was indeed a great vintage and Vintage Ports from this year command considerable interest and ... | |
| Fine wine discovery | 3/25/2011 |
| Q: I recently inherited a box of fine wine. Included in the box is Tommasi Bardolino 1981 Chateau Haut ... A: I'm afraid your inheritance probably isn't as fine as you hope as only the PJ '88 has retained any ... | |
| Ducal 1978 | 3/22/2011 |
| Q: the wax at the top of the bottle has cracked and some of has fallen away. There is no label on the ... A: Ducal is a brand name used by Douro Wine Shippers and Growers Association LDA for private-labelled ... | |
| Vintage port | 3/19/2011 |
| Q: I have several bottles of Hoopers 1985 vintage port I bought 20 years ago for my daughters wedding, ... A: The famous old name of Hooper was bought by Royal Oporto in 1951 and has been used by them as a ... | |
| port value | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: i would like to know the value, it is labeled royal oporto vinho do porto vintage 1983. The front of ... A: I'm sorry but this was made when Royal Oporto was still suffering the depths of mismanagement that ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck | 3/18/2011 |
| Q: it was given to us when my partners grandmother died it has a white label on with purveyors of ... A: This is a non-vintage Champagne from a reputable maker and the bottle appears to be in good ... | |
| Vintage Port 1904 | 3/17/2011 |
| Q: In a few weeks I will be sampling a "Pure Vintage Port" from 1904 which is an Alto Douro bottled by ... A: This should be a memorable experience so I envy you. Pierce's will not have been the makers as they ... | |
| 1948 port | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of port whose label says: 'port of the 1948 vintage' ARMADA RESERVE PORT produce of ... A: This is a Colheita Port, or Tawny from a famous single vintage (1948) that was aged in wood for ... | |
| perrier-jouet | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: i have a display box with a single bottle of perrier-jouet belle epooue 1990, with two glasses all ... A: I think this would probably be catalogued in the £80/100 range if you were to enter it in a fine ... | |
| Port | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Port from JW Burmester & Co Ltd - Colheita 1955 Extra Selected - bottled in 1979. ... A: Sorry; my fault. 'Level' is simply a description of how full the bottle is. The scale ranges from ... | |
| Port | 3/12/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Port from JW Burmester & Co Ltd - Colheita 1955 Extra Selected - bottled in 1979. ... A: Burmester is one of the top producers of aged Tawnies from a single vintage - or Colheitas in ... | |
| G.H.Martel Champagne | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: We have a 1929 vintage bottled in 1930 G.H. Martel Champagne in a pristine bottle with the contents ... A: This old and rare Champagne deserves professional appraisal as it could be of considerable interest ... | |
| Unusual bottle | 3/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a rather unusual bottle and know nothing about it. It's very tall, 80cm, and shaped like a ... A: This bottle is almost certainly from Italy as that country's glass industry is a major producer of ... | |
| Da Silva Porto | 3/9/2011 |
| Q: David, I was recently given a one pint bottle of Da Silva "Fine Douro Port" "Reserve". The bottle ... A: Da Silva, known as 'Dalva' in some markets is a reputable 'second division' shipper best known for ... | |
| Baron Phillipe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet | 3/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Mouton Cadet 1977 ( B de R)in good condition. Is this worth keeping, and is there ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for a commercial negotiant blend so it's not worth keeping; ... | |
| Vintage Champagne | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Brut 1962 Vintage Champagne "extra quality" by Bollinger company!My husband was ... A: I'm afraid this is now too old for you to be able to sell easily so I can't see significant value ... | |
| Cognac bottle value | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of cognac that I'm trying to find it's value. It's a Rouyer Guillet Cheval Soleil ... A: Old Cognac always has an appeal to collectors so your bottle could be fairly valuable. However I'd ... | |
| Vintage Bordeaux | 3/7/2011 |
| Q: I have just inherited a bottle of 1929 St Emilion 'Domaine du Jura' 1e cru. The label also includes ... A: I'm afraid I very much doubt if you'd find a buyer for such an old St-E - although 1929 was a famous ... | |
| dom perignon 1990 | 3/6/2011 |
| Q: mike in ireland here. i have a bottle of moet et chandon cuvee dom perignon, vintage ... A: This should be OK if you are lucky, despite the age, but proper storage really is important with ... | |
| Vintage Port | 3/4/2011 |
| Q: I have 2 sons & each was given a case of vintage port as a chritianing present to reflect their ... A: These are both fine Ports so well done for picking them. Both should be fine drinking now, or in ... | |
| Champagne | 3/3/2011 |
| Q: I have got a bottle of 1962 Private Brut Champagne Mercier. Is this worth keeping and maybe passing ... A: I'm afraid this is already very old indeed so I suggest you open it - with caution in case you find ... | |
| Champagne Cognac 1848 | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: My father has a bottle of champagne cognac with the label A De Luze et Fils and the date on the ... A: IF your Cognac really is from the 1848 vintage, this would be very valuable indeed, to say the ... | |
| Larsens Champagne Cognac | 3/1/2011 |
| Q: my name is deb and my father has a vikingship bottle of larsens cognac,it is white with the 24ct ... A: Larsen's Viking bottles are popular with Cognac collectors but I don't think they are available from ... | |
| vintage port | 2/28/2011 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of port, one bottle has a black lable and says MARTINEZ 1960 Vintage Port product ... A: I don't think there's much value in your old Dow Tawny as collectors concentrate on Vintage Ports - ... | |
| 100 Year Old Sherry | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: , I have a gold bottle of Cream Sherry I received about 15 years ago. The top label says 100 years ... A: Cream Sherries are a popular commercial style that commands a large share of store sales but it is ... | |
| Wine Valuations | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: ..I have three bottles of wine that I would love to know their value: (1) Barolo Dry Red Wine ... A: The Barolo is very old, even for a Barolo, so it's difficult to see much value here and retail ... | |
| MARTELL GORDON BLEU | 2/27/2011 |
| Q: I HAVE A UNOPENED BOTTLE (FACTORY SEALED) OF MARTELL GORDON BLEU THAT I BELIEVE IS ABOUT 50 YEARS ... A: You could replace this with current stock for for around $80 plus taxes but it's difficult to ... | |
| Undurraga wine | 2/25/2011 |
| Q: I found in my grandfather house a bottle of 1976 Viña Undurraga Pinot Gran Vino. Can I still drink ... A: Undurraga is a reputable Chilean producer, largely of good-value table wines, so this will have been ... | |
| Valuation of vintage port | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I currently reside in Providence,Rhode Island, USA and have a numbered bottle of Brotherhood 1978 ... A: I'm afraid this isn't Vintage Port - whatever the label may say - as that only comes from Portugal, ... | |
| port wine | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle of taylors quinta de vargellas red port vintage 1958 and a bottle of chateau mouton ... A: The Vargellas is rather old for a Single Quinta Port but I still think this would sell easily ... | |
| wine bottles value | 2/24/2011 |
| Q: I have two political wine bottles one Donkey one elephant never opened,The wine has evaporated.They ... A: Sorry but these are made in such huge quantities that I don't think you'll find it easy to sell ... | |
| Remy Martin 1974 | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: I read your answer about a bottle Remy Martin 1974 (250 anniversary edition). We have a bottle of ... A: I suggest you ask one of these auctioneers to value this as a potential entry into one of their ... | |
| vintage hennessy | 2/22/2011 |
| Q: Just find this wine at my dads old cabinet, maybe there is someone whom you may refer that may have ... A: Old spirits last indefinitely but they lose some of their original character if the stopper ... | |
| Dom Perignon champagne | 2/20/2011 |
| Q: I recently bought a bottle of the above as a gift for my Dad's 80th birthday. I don't know much ... A: Your father is lucky. You don't mention the vintage but DP is at the pinnacle of Champagnes, along ... | |
| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1969 | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1969 that I would like to sell. Prices vary from $900 ... A: I'm afraid 1969 was a very poor vintage in Bordeaux so I'm not surprised that you have seen a wide ... | |
| cognac bottle | 2/19/2011 |
| Q: I have no idea about this cognac bottle so anything you could tell me about it will be of help. My ... A: Please DON'T disturb anything as that might reduce the value. If you can get to the USA easily, I ... | |
| cognac bottle | 2/18/2011 |
| Q: I have no idea about this cognac bottle so anything you could tell me about it will be of help. My ... A: Baccarat decanters are only used by Hennessey for their top (expensive!) Cognacs so this has ... | |
| Vintage Port Valuation | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: Please can you give me a quote on the possible price of: W & J Grahams 1977 Vintage Port bottled in ... A: I don't think this will lose value for many years but I'm not sure that any increase will do much ... | |
| 1961 Barton & Guestier Haut-Sauternes | 2/17/2011 |
| Q: I would like to know what kind of dessert is best to pair with a 1961 Barton & Guestier ... A: I'm afraid I'd advise caution here as this is very old for a negotiant-blended Sauternes from a ... | |
| Vintage Port Valuation | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Please can you give me a quote on the possible price of: W & J Grahams 1977 Vintage Port bottled in ... A: You could replace this for around £65 + VAT and delivery so I think you might hope for a catalogue ... | |
| Almaden Reagan Inauguration Champagne | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: For 30 years off and on I have tried to find out the value of a full bottle of Almaden Blanc de ... A: This isn't Champagne, which only comes from the Champagne district of France, but a Californian ... | |
| 1926 Unopened Bottle | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: We have been holding on to an unopened bottle of 1926 Henri De Marneville from my granmothers ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell a single bottle of any Champagne of this age ... | |
| Very Old Bottle | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of (the label reads...) DE LUZE & FILS Bordeaux France Saint Julien Superieur 1904 ... A: I'm afraid I doubt if this would be easy to sell as it's a negotiant/merchant bottling of wines ... | |
| wine ? | 2/15/2011 |
| Q: i have had this bottle of wine for about 35 years at the back of the cupboards and wondered if you ... A: 1962 was a superb vintage in Burgundy but your wine is now very old, especially as it's not been ... | |
| Vintage and Value unknown | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: We were given as a keepsake a bottle of “Monopoles Alfred Rothschild”, Brut, Blanc De Blancs. It ... A: This is a provincial French sparkling wine, NOT Champagne, made entirely from white grapes that ... | |
| Cognac | 2/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Prince Hubert Polignac Cognac VSOP. The bottle is decorative with an astrology ... A: There's a profile of this at http://www.polignac.fr/index.asp?langue=2 that may help. I'm not sure ... | |
| 1945 port | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: i have bottle of 1945 v.borges & irmao port. laele has come away from bottle, i have just put ... A: This is from a very famous vintage so I'd expect it to attract considerable interest at auction but ... | |
| 1974 Chateau Lafite Rothschild | 2/13/2011 |
| Q: A client of mine had a bottle of wine in a storage locker which was exposed to all elements of ... A: I'm afraid your client has problems here: Firstly: The high summer temperatures in Atlanta mean ... | |
| Old bottles of spirits | 2/12/2011 |
| Q: How long it it safe to keep unopened bottles of Port, Brandy & Cointreau? A: Spirits, such as brandy, whisky and rum, keep almost indefinitely - but can lose some character if ... | |
| vintage hennessy | 2/11/2011 |
| Q: Just find this wine at my dads old cabinet, maybe there is someone whom you may refer that may have ... A: Your photos show a very old bottle of basic 3-star Hennessy with poor labels, a reduced level and ... | |
| CHARLES HEIDSIECK CHAMPAGNE | 2/9/2011 |
| Q: I AM NINETY TWO YEARS OF AGE AM ABOUT TO CELEBERATE A SPECIAL WEDDING ANNIVERSARY.I HAVE 2 BOTTLES ... A: Congratulations! Your Champagne will be perfectly safe to drink and MAY be a great experience if it ... | |
| Zinfandel Port | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I recently received (at a fundraiser) a few bottles of Zinfandel Port by Rutherford Hill (Napa, CA, ... A: I don't usually answer questions about specific Californian wines but I can tell you that these ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck Champagne | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Bottle of Champagne Charlie Cuvee Millesimee 1979 in its original box.Is this drinkable and ... A: Selling in the UK should be much easier than in some countries but an estimate of the actual value, ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck Champagne | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Bottle of Champagne Charlie Cuvee Millesimee 1979 in its original box.Is this drinkable and ... A: This is old but there's no reason why it shouldn't still be drinkable if it's always been stored ... | |
| vintage port | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: David my friends husband died recently and she is having a clear out of a lot of his old ... A: These are all fine Ports that your friend will be able to sell easily. The Royal Oporto Colheitas ... | |
| very old Louis X111 decanter (E.Remy Martin & Co) full of cognac | 2/7/2011 |
| Q: What should this cognac be worth unopened and with stopper. A: Does your decanter look like this: ... | |
| champagne valuation | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: For more than 15 years now sitting in our pantry in its case is a salmanazar of Brut Imperial Moet & ... A: I suggest you ask your local Liquor Control Board to advise you how to proceed lawfully in Canada. ... | |
| Cognac | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: I am writing from Mexico. I have a bottle of Cognac Napoleon, Grande fine Champagne, reserve 1802. ... A: I'd need to know the full text from the label before I could suggest a UK price as Cognac values ... | |
| 1979 Valpolicella- San giorgio | 2/6/2011 |
| Q: When my grandmother passed I found a 750ml bottle of wine that says it was imported from Italy by ... A: This is a light table wine made by a reputable co-operative so should have been good value in its ... | |
| 1982 bordeaux | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1982 bottle of bordeaux, the lable says GRAND VIN DE BORDEAUX DOMAINE DE CHEVAL BLANC ... A: 'Any' would have been a severe understatement if you had the famous Saint-Emilion CHATEAU CB instead ... | |
| Shefffield Shield Port | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: My father recently gave me a bottle of port that commemorates Western Australia's Sheffield shield ... A: Australian 'Ports' are collectible in your country and thus have some value although that won't ... | |
| vintage port. | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I was HM Consul in Oporto from 1987 to 1991. In my vintage port collection I have two bottles of ... A: What a great appointment to have held; I envy you. 1939 isn't considered a great vintage and wasn't ... | |
| Cognac | 2/2/2011 |
| Q: I am writing from Mexico. I have a bottle of Cognac Napoleon, Grande fine Champagne, reserve 1802. ... A: This should be fine to drink as all spirits keep virtually indefinitely if the cork remains sound. ... | |
| Were can i get | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: Were can i get a set of Andy Warhols Dom Preigon. Thanks, Sean A: Moet produced a limited edition of Dom Perignon 2002 Vintage Champagne Andy Warhol tribute in ... | |
| Auction Donation | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: we were given a 3.0L Double Magnum of 1998 Claar Cellars Cabernet Sauvignon White Bluffs Signed by ... A: This can only be very much a guestimate as I don't think this size is widely available. But if any ... | |
| bordeaux eschenauer 1971 | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: Can you advise if a bottle of boreaux eschenauer 1971 is a good wine and does it have any value? A: Louis Eschenauer is a large firm of negotiants/merchants based in Bordeaux that bottles and markets ... | |
| 1962 L'Abbe Benin | 1/31/2011 |
| Q: I have a 1962 L'Abbe Benin Chateau LeChapelot from Montagne Saint-Emilion. This bottle was 1 of 4 ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for an St-Emilion satellite, which will never have been a ... | |
| A very old 4 foot bottle of Chianti | 1/30/2011 |
| Q: I own a bottle of Chianti in a very ornate bottle that stands a good 4 feet. It's a green bottle and ... A: These decorative bottles of Chianti are made in fairly large quantities as display items for ... | |
| Chateau Poujeaux,Maulis en Medoc 1984 | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: Appelation controlee, bottled by Th. Darriet & Co. Is this drinkable? ANSWER: Hi Stanton, I don't ... A: I'd be delighted to try this as Poujeaux is one of my favourites - and is often very good value. It ... | |
| 1967 Bordeaux Superior | 1/29/2011 |
| Q: Appelation controlee, bottled by Th. Darriet & Co. Is this drinkable? A: I don't think there's any chance of you enjoying this. Bord Sups are right at the bottom of the ... | |
| Chateau Gruaud Larose 1976 | 1/28/2011 |
| Q: Let's try this way! I have 28 bottles of the above and wondered whether it is still worth drinking ... A: Dunno why you aren't seeing my previous answers but here we go again! ---------- FOLLOW-UP ... | |
| Advice | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Am clearing out a wine-fridge after divorce as I am not a big drinker. Amongst many others, I have ... A: Are you scrolling down the page? Follow-ups get added to the bottom, thus: ---------- FOLLOW-UP ... | |
| Advice | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: Am clearing out a wine-fridge after divorce as I am not a big drinker. Amongst many others, I have ... A: I thought my second answer had gone astray as you came back so quickly first time and I'd answered ... | |
| 1973 Chateau Mouton Rothschild | 1/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 750 mL bottle of Chateau Mouton Rothschild Which I inherited from my late uncle who kept it ... A: I'm afraid 1973 was a poor vintage, further hit by a financial crisis in Bordeaux that restricted ... | |
| Wine value | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: I have had a bottle of Warre's Grand Reserve 1962 Porto, excellent condition, bottled in Portugal in ... A: This is a Colheita Port - a Tawny from the 1962 vintage that was aged in wood until it was bottled ... | |
| Red Wine | 1/26/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chivite Reserva 1983 from Navarra. It is listed on a website as "a very good ... A: This is now very old indeed for what it is but I'd certainly open it in the hope of pleasure if ... | |
| unidentifiable wines | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I have several bottles of wine that I was given in the past. I would be very grateful for any ... A: No apology necessary - I'm always happy to help whenever I can. I'm afraid all of these are now too ... | |
| Baccarat decanter Martell Cordon Argent | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: This intricately etched decanter retains its original labels and the Baccarat etch logo on the base. ... A: What a lovely thing! I'm afraid valuation of empty bottles isn't my field so I suggest you have a ... | |
| royal oporto port 1944 | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: could you please tell me what this bottle is worth i live in australia and thinking of selling it ... A: This isn't available in Australia so there aren't any retail prices to guide me so I suggest you ask ... | |
| Power's Madeira | 1/25/2011 |
| Q: I have what appears to be a very old bottle of wine that came from my 94 year old aunt's estate when ... A: Power Drury was founded in 1757 but the company no longer exists. (I think their operations were ... | |
| Advice | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Am clearing out a wine-fridge after divorce as I am not a big drinker. Amongst many others, I have ... A: I don't think the G-L was a very wise purchase as this wasn't a great vintage, this wine isn't one ... | |
| Advice | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Am clearing out a wine-fridge after divorce as I am not a big drinker. Amongst many others, I have ... A: These are getting on a bit for what they are but storage in a wine fridge should have kept them well ... | |
| bottle port | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: I have found a bottle of Warre's port garantia label SY 890765 53 bottled in 1986 COLH???ta de 1??7 ... A: Colheitas have to be aged for a minimum of 7 years and I know Warre made some from their 1976 ... | |
| berisford solera 1914 rare sherry | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: can you please tell me how much will I get for them, thank you for your rely to my email. your ... A: Vintage Wine Gifts have this Amontillado available for £159.77 inc VAT so it might be worth ... | |
| Jouvet Saint Julien Red Bordeaux - 1961 | 1/22/2011 |
| Q: It is T.Jouvet Saint Julien Red Bordeaux. Should I drink it, sell it or throw it in the trash? ... A: This is now very old for an AC Saint Julien so it will be some way into decline by now even if it's ... | |
| port | 1/21/2011 |
| Q: I have 9 bottles of port that I would like to have an idea of the the sale value. The label reads - ... A: Smith Woodhouse is one of my favourite Ports for value and they did an excellent '77 so these were a ... | |
| 1973Perrier-Jouet Champagne Bottle | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: Label is embossed with green & white flowers outlined in embossed gold,#Bouteille no 21 **755, ... A: This wasn't a great vintage and your bottle is now very old so it's difficult to see significant ... | |
| 30 years old cream sherry vintage 1932 | 1/20/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of bodegas casa blanca, spain's golden cream sherry 30 years old vintage 1932. Which ... A: This is very difficult to value as most cream Sherries have limited appeal to collectors and thus ... | |
| Remy Martin Cognac | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I have had in my possession for the last 27 years, a bottle of Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac. It was ... A: Cognac of this age and quality deserves professional appraisal as this would appeal most to a ... | |
| Remy Martin XO Special | 1/18/2011 |
| Q: I was thinking of selling 3 bottles of Remy Martin XO Specials in Hong Kong. Could you please give ... A: In view of the reduced level in one of these and the lower sale opportunity for small bottles I ... | |
| Narrow neck wine | 1/17/2011 |
| Q: You were asked by a Cindy about a 3 foot long narrow neck bottle of Chianti by Marianelli. I just ... A: I'm sorry but AllExperts' policy is to withhold questioners' email addresses from everybody, ... | |
| Port 1985 & 1982 | 1/16/2011 |
| Q: I live in Warwickshire and have found two bottles of port, I am trying to find out how to sell them ... A: Neither of these Ports is very valuable but I'm sure J Straker Chadwick's ... | |
| peel estate western australia | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: Please could advise of what a 1999 bottle of shiraz would be worth today and if it will increase in ... A: Peel is a well-regarded winery near Perth but their wines don't command the interest of, say, ... | |
| Fine Wines | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: I have the following wines which I may consider for sale. Please can you quote me the best prices ... A: Wines of this class deserve professional appraisal and valuation as much depends on the condition of ... | |
| Several Bottles of wine | 1/15/2011 |
| Q: We have several bottles of wine that we'd like to get an estimated value on: A. deLuze & Fils: ... A: Apart from the Yquem, which is the star of this collection, I'm afraid you would find it difficult ... | |
| value of cognac | 1/13/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of rouyer guillet fine champagne cognac it has a brass label with a angel on it. My ... A: I'm afraid it isn't possible to date this as virtually all Cognacs are blends from casks of ... | |
| Valuing wines - help needed | 1/12/2011 |
| Q: I have three bottles of wine that were given as a gift and have remained unopened and stored in the ... A: I don't think you'd have any problem selling these if the bottles are pristine in terms of colour, ... | |
| royer guillet & co 1811 bottle of cognac | 1/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle in my possession along with a letter that has a signature and seal on it. I am ... A: Old Cognac always has an appeal to collectors so your bottle could be fairly valuable. However I ... | |
| Martell Cognac | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Martell, Cordon Argent Cognac - 4/5 quart 80 proof -distributor ... A: I'm afraid you'll have to check with your local Liquor Control Board to check how you might go about ... | |
| Royal oporto wine co. | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: above this is a darkened oblond which says 'engarrafado'EM 1973 and the neck label has a number ... A: This wasn't a very good vintage but that's not really important with Colheitas as this style of aged ... | |
| Port storage. Unopened | 1/10/2011 |
| Q: I bought a bottle of Port DH Lescombes. I'm planning on storing it for a year or 3. Should I store ... A: I only know of DH Lescombes as a winery in New Mexico so your bottle won't be Port, whatever the ... | |
| 1988 sepplet moyston hermitage cabernet | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle kept in my wine rack for sometime being a 1988 sepplet moyston hermitage cabernet. I ... A: Seppelt is a reputable producer but your wine is no longer available from any Australian merchant so ... | |
| Value of a bottle of Porto 1920 | 1/9/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Porto named "Vinho do Porto Casa das Torres Oliveira Mesao frio On the side I can ... A: I think any Port of this age deserves professional appraisal and valuation so I suggest you ask Wine ... | |
| 1964 Latour | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: and thanks in advance for your help. I have the chance to buy a 1964 bottle of Chateau Latour for ... A: Sub-£300 is a good price if it includes VAT as Latour '64 is famed as the wine of the very good ... | |
| 1975 Chateau Talbot St. Julien | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1975 Chateau Talbot Saint-Julien. Should it still be drinkable? Also, is it worth ... A: Any wine of this age will be a bit of a gamble but the odds will be more in your favor if this ... | |
| 1950 Bordeaux | 1/7/2011 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of 1950 Bordeaux around 1987 by my mother in law. I do not remember anything ... A: I'm afraid the only thing that's special about this is that it was a gift from your MIL. This is ... | |
| 1945 A. De Luze & Fils Bordeuax wines | 1/6/2011 |
| Q: To whom this may concern: I have almost 40 bottles of some A. De Luze & Fils Bordeaux wine ... A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see any value in negotiant blends of this age as they will have been ... | |
| Brandy valuation | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have some bottles of martell extra Cordon Brandy each being numbered and in a velvet covered ... A: Indeed it does, to the extent that you might do better offering them to a merchant that specialises ... | |
| Brandy valuation | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: I have some bottles of martell extra Cordon Brandy each being numbered and in a velvet covered ... A: Assuming these are Martell Cordon Bleu, I'd expect them to be catalogued in the £50/70 range in a ... | |
| Champagne Pricing Louis Roederer Blanc de Blancs 1989 | 1/5/2011 |
| Q: Could you possibly tell me how much Louis Roederer Blanc de Blancs 1989 vintage champagne is worth a ... A: I'd expect pristine, well-cellar bottles to be catalogued at around the £75 mark at auction. ... | |
| Champagne Value | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck Blanc de Blancs 1971, 77cl. Just wondering what it might be ... A: This is from a famous vintage so it might be worth asking Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) ... | |
| Vintage 1965 Marchio Nazionale Red Chianti | 1/4/2011 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Vintage 1965 Marchio Nazionale Red Chianti. It has a six digit ID ... A: I'm afraid even the very top Chiantis don't last much beyond the 10-year mark so there's little ... | |
| Bottle of 1978 Cristal Louis Roederer | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: What is it worth? ANSWER: Hi Blake, This wasn't a great vintage for Champagne but Cristal always ... A: Auction houses act as vendors' agents so you wouldn't get paid until someone bids successfully and ... | |
| Aged French white wine | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of French wine some years ago. It is a 1945 Moulin Touchais Anjou J Touchais ... A: Moulin Touchais is a famous sweet Loire, made from the Chenin Blanc, see ... | |
| Bottle of 1978 Cristal Louis Roederer | 1/3/2011 |
| Q: What is it worth? A: This wasn't a great vintage for Champagne but Cristal always attracts interest at auction so I ... | |
| Port | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I was hoping you may be able to tell me weather some of my ports are valuable or not! the first is a ... A: Old Tawnies don't create the same level of collector interest as Vintage Ports but all of these ... | |
| Moet | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: I just wondered if you could answer the following - I have a 13 year old bottle of Moet and am ... A: I think you will be pushing your luck to hope that any NV Champagne will keep well for 21 years so I ... | |
| Has my wine lost it's value? | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: Have a bottle of Chateau Lafite Rothschiled, 1959, Appellation Paulic. wine is not full to the top ... A: I wouldn't expect a 'high fill' with any '59 as the natural maturing processes always result in some ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 1/2/2011 |
| Q: Have a bottle of 1946 Chateau Magnol (formerly Chateau Dehez) Barton and Guestler presented to our ... A: I'm afraid I don't see significant value in this in cash terms but the historical connection might ... | |
| vintage port | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: i have a bottle of Barossa Settlers commemorative vintage port 1887-1987,bottle n#001019 ,my parents ... A: Australian 'port' is collectible in Australia but it prices don't compare with real ones, which only ... | |
| Bottle of Moet | 1/1/2011 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Moet (white seal, Moet & Chandon) This particular bottle I have has a Queen ... A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell this as collectors seek vintage and prestige cuvées rather ... | |
| Valuation of bottle of wine | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I have one bottle of 1959 Chateau D'Arche-Lafaurie white bordeaux wine. Can you tell me what it is ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think it would be fair for me to speculate about what Wine Commune may say ... | |
| Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I live in Hong Kong and would like to sell a bottle of Remy Martin Louis XIII Cognac (0.70 litre, ... A: I think this bottle deserves professional appraisal as your photo seems to show a non-standard ... | |
| shelf life | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Martini & Rossi Asti Sparkling wine that has been in the refrigerator for 12 yrs ... A: Asti is intended for drinking on release so I'm afraid 12 years in your fridge won't have done it ... | |
| Valuation of bottle of wine | 12/31/2010 |
| Q: I have one bottle of 1959 Chateau D'Arche-Lafaurie white bordeaux wine. Can you tell me what it is ... A: This is from a very fine vintage but is difficult to value as this wine pre-dates production ... | |
| Port Valuations | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I have read with interest your replies to other questions and hope you will be able to assist me. I ... A: The Warres are the stars of this collection with the excellent '85 ahead of the more ordinary '75. ... | |
| Value of port wine "more than 40 years old" and bottled in 1984 | 12/29/2010 |
| Q: I bought a port wine in Algarve in 1987. It is a Real Compania Vinicola do Norte bottle and an ... A: Ports are very robust so I think you could open this with some confidence as Royal Oporto's Aged ... | |
| lafite rotschild 1991 | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I found a bottle (75cl) in the cellar of my mother who wants to sell her wines. I found a Chateau ... A: I'd rather not raise your mother's hopes by mentioning figures as so much will depend on ... | |
| Wine Value | 12/28/2010 |
| Q: I have two bottles of wine that I have inherited and am not sure if they are of any value; or still ... A: Horizontal storage is important when wines are to kept for a long time as that keeps the cork from ... | |
| 1937 Port (Correa Ribiero?) | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come across a 1937 vintage bottle of Port, bottled in 1969. I have searched high ... A: This is a Colheita or aged tawny from a single vintage (1938) that was bottled in 1969. This might ... | |
| When should I drink these? | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: Happy holidays! My name is Trevor, and I live in Ontario, Canada. I am a new wine enthusiast doing ... A: I like Chiantis at about 8/10 years old and Barolos from good vintages (like yours) at 10/15, ... | |
| 2 vintage bottles of white wine | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of white wine, have been stored in a box in a basement since receipt of them. I ... A: I'm afraid both of these would be difficult to sell so I can't see any value here. The first came ... | |
| 1989 imperiale red bordeaux | 12/27/2010 |
| Q: I inherited a 600cl (imperiale) chateaux Emmanuel red. It tasted great as 14 of us drank it dry ... A: I don't know of any property of this name so I think you are right to deduce that this is a BOB ... | |
| 1971 henriot reserve baron philippe champagne | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I have this one bottle and it is in a Black box with a clear face and we have had it for a wile and ... A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell this very old Champagne so I can't see a cash value here ... | |
| Celebration Cuvee | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: I currently own two bottle of Royal Celebration Cuvee,commemorating the wedding of Charles and ... A: I'm afraid bottles such as you describe with commendable honesty wouldn't be acceptable by any ... | |
| 1979 Barton & Guestier | 12/26/2010 |
| Q: Family member found bottle of 1979 Barton & Guestier Chateauneuf Du Pape and was wondering if it was ... A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell a single bottle of this old negotiant CdP so I can't see ... | |
| cecchi wine | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: I am from victoria Australia and am currently cleaning out my parents house for a big move and have ... A: Chianti isn't intended for long keeping so I'm afraid the first thing to say about this bottle is ... | |
| port | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of ..Sandeman vintage 1967 port , bottled in 1969, can you tell me if its worth ... A: Sandeman went out on a limb when they followed their excellent '66 by declaring a '67 immediately ... | |
| quality and value of my item | 12/25/2010 |
| Q: 1 750ml bottle in gift container with 2 wine glasses of champagne brut perrier-jouet fleur de ... A: This is difficult because '89 PJ is now rather old and is no longer available generally so the only ... | |
| chateau timberlay 1969 | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: i have a 1969 chateau timberlay bottle of wine shipped by alexis lichine & co. it is from grand vin ... A: Timberlay is a huge property producing large quantities of good value commercial wines but they are ... | |
| Red Wine | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Biston-Brillette 2000. Please can you advise as to how long an unopened ... A: This property is in Moulis-en-Medoc and 2000 was a good vintage but I'd expect this to be fully ... | |
| 2 Bottles of wine values: 1979 Barolo and 1971 Amarone | 12/24/2010 |
| Q: We received 2 bottles of wine from my husband's father and were wondering the value. We live outside ... A: I'm afraid these are difficult to value as I don't know any sales route for you in Ontario so I ... | |
| wine valuation | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: A: i Gary, I'm afraid the value of this very old Champagne is so dependent on the bottle condition in ... | |
| Camus cognac | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Camus Napoleon Cognac 700ml Serial number 217471 CG and wondering should i drink ... A: Like all spirits, Cognacs don't change after bottling so yours will be just the same decades ahead - ... | |
| value | 12/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a old bottle of Chianti-on the front is a pratial label and #43942, VINTAGE 1957, CHIANTI ... A: I'm afraid Chianti is made for drinking on release or within a year or so and your old bottle would ... | |
| Fonseca 1977 vintage | 12/22/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened case of 12 bottles of Fonseca 1977 vintage port 81/150 [cases?] bottled in Oporto ... A: Forget any ideas about £600 per - the prices shown by 90Plus are offers from gift companies in the ... | |
| chateau barreyres 1985 | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I am wondering if you would be able to give me an idea of the value of the one bottle of wine left ... A: I'm afraid this may indeed be past its best now but 1985 was a good vintage and Barreyres is a large ... | |
| 1984 Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux Blanc | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I received a bottle of 1984 Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux Blanc 750 ml with writing Baron Phillippe de ... A: This will be perfectly safe to drink but I'd be surprised if you wanted to finish the glass as this ... | |
| Fonseca 1977 vintage | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened case of 12 bottles of Fonseca 1977 vintage port 81/150 [cases?] bottled in Oporto ... A: As a general rule, OWCs (Original Wooden Cases) fetch higher prices than 12x singletons but it's ... | |
| Brandy Borges...? | 12/21/2010 |
| Q: I noticed that you have responded to a few questions regarding SV Borges & Imao Porto, we have ... A: Odd-sized bottles do turn up from time to time, dating from before standardisation in the '70s and ... | |
| 1988 Moet & Chandon Imperial Brut Champagne | 12/20/2010 |
| Q: it has been kept lying flat. Do you know if it has any value as an item or is it still drinkable? ... A: I think you could still open this with confidence if it's been kept cool as '88 was a superb vintage ... | |
| Chateau Reysson 1992 | 12/19/2010 |
| Q: I just found a bottle in my pantry...should I just open it with friends and see how it is? Any ... A: I'd certainly open this, but without high expectations as 1992 has been described as the worst ... | |
| Value of Montmartre Champagne | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: We recently had to clear out my Fathers basement, and found this bottle of champagne. I don't know ... A: I'm sorry but what you found isn't Champagne, whatever the label may say, as that only comes from ... | |
| i have a bottle of 1996 red wine, is it drinkable or is it worth any money? | 12/18/2010 |
| Q: the bottle is marked- cout vinage btl no 007555 julienas 1996 chateau des capitans. bottle is ... A: Julienas is one of my favourite Beaujolais crus and is usually at its best around 10 years after the ... | |
| Bourgogne Negociants of Yesteryear; Fake Dom Perignon? | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: So many books often comment/strongly suggest that when buying burgundy, know thy producers. Yet, ... A: One sometime comes across old reds that show distinct brownish tones, even through green glass, and ... | |
| Harvey's Hunting Port | 12/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a tightly sealed bottle of Harvey's Fine Tawny Hunting Port which I would like to sell. ... A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see any value in this as similar Tawny Ports are widely available in ... | |
| Bourgogne Negociants of Yesteryear | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: So many books often comment/strongly suggest that when buying burgundy, know thy producers. Yet, ... A: I'm afraid old Burgundy is always a crapshoot at auction unless bottles are available for tasting, ... | |
| Martin Johnson 2003 Rugby World Cup Wine | 12/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 1 x bottle of Martin Johnson Limited Edition - Testimonial Collection 2003 Vintage Red Wine ( ... A: I'm afraid this would only be of interest to Rugby enthusiasts (as opposed to wine buffs) as ... | |
| champagne | 12/15/2010 |
| Q: fondee en 1743, champagne, cuvee dom perignon, vintage 1971, produce of france and was wondering how ... A: This is old for any Champagne, even one of this quality, but DP always attracts bids at auction if ... | |
| Chateau Duhart-Milon 1984 Pauillac | 12/14/2010 |
| Q: Can you advise if this wine is ok to drink or is it worth anything, it has been stored laying down ... A: I'm afraid '84 was such a poor vintage that I don't think you'd get much pleasure after so long - ... | |
| bordeaux | 12/13/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of 2001 maison sichel margaux will it still be ok to drink A: This is from a reputable negotiant who assembled this blend from grapes grown only in the AC Margaux ... | |
| valuation | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have found some old bottles whilst clearing out my late fathers house and was wondering if there ... A: I'm sorry but I don't see high values here but it might be worth asking a local auctioneer to value ... | |
| petite liqueur | 12/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a 200ml bottle of 1982 petite liqueur petillante par moet and chandon just wanted to know how ... A: This was an unsuccessful attempt by Moet et Chandon to break into the cocktail bar market by ... | |
| When best to dringk - value | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a few bottles of the following and would like to know when optimum age to drink and possibly ... A: Both clarets are now old for what they are so they won't improve with further keeping and may ... | |
| Valuation-Bordeaux from 1945 | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: I want to sell one bottle of Bordeaux from 1945,the label reads A.de Luze & Fils, Chateau ... A: I'm sorry but I don't know of any wine auction houses that operate in Serbia so I suggest you ask ... | |
| Rothschild Brut 1964 | 12/10/2010 |
| Q: We have a bottle of Reserve Baron Phillippe De Rotschild, Brut 1964, Ruinart Pere & Fils, est 1729. ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for any Champagne but 1964 was a very good vintage and ... | |
| Mercier Vendange 1995 | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: this may sound like a daft question but i know nothing about wine ect i have a bottle of 1995 ... A: This was a fairly good vintage so I think you could open this with some confidence if it's been ... | |
| Reserve Napolean Cognac III | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: Can you give me what the estimated value for a 750 bottle of 1865 Reserve Napolean III Cognac. The ... A: Old Gagneur vintage Cognacs can attract high prices at auction if the bottles are in good condition ... | |
| Bordeaux | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have recently found a 1.5 gallon bottle of 1971 Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Bordeaux ... A: This is very old indeed for a commercial table wine so I don't think you'd find it easy to sell and ... | |
| wine | 12/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Aguardente velha 1920, can you tell me the worth of this? thx A: I don't think collector interest in this Portuguese brandy would be sufficient to make this easy to ... | |
| port wine one bottle | 12/7/2010 |
| Q: We have a bottle of port on the label it says ; produce of PORTUGAL fORRESTER'S #96 port ,vintage ... A: I assume there's a typo in your question and that you probably meant 1996 - but that vintage wasn't ... | |
| Will selling or drinking wine be the best option | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have got 4 bottles of Chateau Bibian-Darriet Haut Medoc 1981. H. Bibian, Proprietaire a Listrac; ... A: These are now very old for what they are, I'm afraid, and really should have been drunk when you got ... | |
| wine | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1961 Cruse & Fils Freres Sauternes Cruse white bordeaux wine and a 1961 bottle of ... A: I'm sorry but there is no possibility of any negotiant blend white Bordeaux of this age still being ... | |
| help | 12/6/2010 |
| Q: My father gave me a bottle of cognac many years ago I believe from the 60s j.f martell 35floz with ... A: I think your dad must have served in the British armed forces or with them as this will have come ... | |
| value of champagne | 12/5/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help me to value a couple of bottles of champagne. The first is a Renaudin ... A: Sorry but I'm not prepared to mention numbers for Champagnes of this age as so much depends on the ... | |
| what a bottle looks like | 12/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of ITALIA MARCHIO NAZIONALE and I am trying to figure out what year it is I can ... A: Without any label text, I can only judge visually that the 'bamboo looking skin' is a fairly modern ... | |
| Wine value | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon 1964. Location New England USA. Any idea what it ... A: This has long-gone from merchants' shelves so there are no guide prices I could quote that would ... | |
| champagne ? | 12/2/2010 |
| Q: i recently got a bottle of champagne and the year says 1965 cuvee its a Almaden california Blanc de ... A: This is a Californian sparking wine, not a Champagne I'm afraid because that only comes from the ... | |
| pauillac wine 1985 | 12/1/2010 |
| Q: Can you let me know if my bottle of les forte de latour 1985 pauillac can still be drunk or do you ... A: This wasn't a great year for Latour and their Les Forts second wine reflects that so I'm afraid this ... | |
| 1975 Bordeaux | 11/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1975 bottle of Chateau Montrose received as a wedding gift/purchased May 1984, Estate L. ... A: This bottle seems pristine from your excellent photo so I doubt if you could replace it for much ... | |
| Moet&Chandon | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: my mother has given my daughter a magnum bottle of Moet&Chandon Premiere Cuvee to open on her ... A: Non-Vintage Champagne of this age is always rather a gamble so I don't think I'd take the risk of ... | |
| Niepoort Porto VV | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: I have had this bottle of Niepoort Porto VV in my home for 25 years. The writing is on Portuguese ... A: I don't think I'd consider opening this before it had been professionally appraised as Niepoort VV ... | |
| Alexis Lichine Pinot Noir 1969 | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: We have found this is our cellar as we were organizing to move homes. The cork appears to be in ... A: I'm afraid you can only expect this to be very tired and possibly to have developed an unpleasant ... | |
| 1985 Chateau Reysson Haut Medoc | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: I'm in Chicago and have a 1985 bottle of Chateau Reysson Haut-Medoc - A Monsieur Henri Selection. ... A: This is getting a bit old for what it is but '85 was a good vintage so the odds are in your favour ... | |
| Port from 1984 | 11/26/2010 |
| Q: Greetings, I came across a Malvedos 1984 Vintage Porto from W & J Grahams. Can I still enjoy it? A: I think this should still be very enjoyable although Single Quinta Ports like this don't last as ... | |
| SOGRAPE | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: Helly David, this Thanksgiving my grandmother gave me a bottle of port that my grandfather brought ... A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell this as old non-vintage blended Ports don't attract buyers ... | |
| Madeira wine valuation | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: My wife & I were recently given a gift of a Madeira Wine. We'd like to know more about it. It ... A: Malmsey is the sweetest style of Madeira and Rutherford and Miles were one of the leading producers. ... | |
| vintage wine | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I found a bottle of Warre's Warrior Porto with a label/seal "Vinho Do Porto Garantia" with a stamp ... A: This is a fine 'Reserve' Ruby Port but I hope there's a typo in the price you quoted as this retails ... | |
| Porto Barros 1985 Vintage Port Question | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: I write from Florida, USA on behalf of a friend who has been hoarding a black bottle of port he is ... A: Barros Almeida is a large group of Portuguese Port producers offering good-value wines just below ... | |
| dry white wine 1959 | 11/25/2010 |
| Q: i know nothing about wine, but i have a 12oz bottle of wine in front of me with the words Bianco ... A: A picture here or uploaded to Flickr would be a great help in identifying this so yes please! ... | |
| 6 old wines | 11/24/2010 |
| Q: ia have 6 bottles of wines and i want to sell them,but please help me with the prices.one of then is ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think any of these old wines will be easy to sell in Italy so I can't suggest ... | |
| Vintage Champagne | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: We would appreciate your help in deciding the fate of a bottle of champagne that we have acquired. ... A: This comes from the small family firm of Jacques Copinet and should be nicely mature now and very ... | |
| Porto colheita 1959 envelhecido em cass niepoort | 11/23/2010 |
| Q: I have found a bottle of port that I was given as a christening present. The label on the bottle in ... A: as one might have expected for this style of aged Tawny. However I'd like to know if Dirk Niepoort ... | |
| Serchi Vino Rosso 1967 | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a treasure shaped bottle of Serchi Vino Rosso wine here. It was stored in my uncle's ... A: However I'm afraid I haven't got good news for you as this is an example of the Italian art of ... | |
| Porto colheita 1959 envelhecido em cass niepoort | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have found a bottle of port that I was given as a christening present. The label on the bottle in ... A: The plot thickens! Yes please regarding the photo suggestion. But please don't use the simple ... | |
| Porto colheita 1959 envelhecido em cass niepoort | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have found a bottle of port that I was given as a christening present. The label on the bottle in ... A: I didn't know that Niepoort produced a Colheita 1959 and it's not a vintage they claim: ... | |
| Champagne | 11/22/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of Rene Brisset Epernay 1981. Is there any value to these and are they still ... A: MA means 'Marque d'acheteur' - French for 'Buyer's Own Brand' - so that is positive confirmation ... | |
| armagnac valuation | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: I own a bottle of Exposition Universelle 1937: Armagnac SAINT VIVANT VSOP. I understand this was ... A: I'm afraid collector interest, and thus value, of old Armagnacs is very variable so I couldn't do ... | |
| Estimation of Value | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: Ling; I have a single 750 ml. bottle of Chateau Rauzan Gassies Margaux, 1966. It was given to me as ... A: This could be replaced in NY for $175 but I don't think you'd be able to sell it to a merchant or ... | |
| mercier champagne | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of mercier champagne from 1943 could u tell me if it would be worth any thing now? A: This was a good vintage but your bottle is now very old indeed and would be difficult to sell to ... | |
| 1955 A. de LUZE & FILS Bordeaux | 11/20/2010 |
| Q: Hope this finds you well. My father recently passed away and cleaning out the basement we found a ... A: Sorry about your dad. I'm afraid these are for the dump as there is no possibility that any white ... | |
| 1964 Table Wine | 11/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1964 Vallee Rouge bottled by J. Morillon & Fils. It is a bordeaux,imported into ... A: I'm sorry but there is no possibility of any value here, nor that it would be good to drink after so ... | |
| 1973 Bollinger Tradition | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1973 Bollinger Tradition my husband and I received on the night of our wedding in ... A: This was one of the stars of a rather ordinary vintage and a lovely wedding present. However it's a ... | |
| Moet & Chandon 1977 | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: bottle of champagne. I can find very little info about it. I live in Chesterfield, Derbyshire. Do ... A: I'm not surprised you found information about this hard to come by as 1977 was a very poor vintage ... | |
| Champagne | 11/18/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of Rene Brisset Epernay 1981. Is there any value to these and are they still ... A: Vicomte Bernard de Romanet is a negotiant firm based in the Rhone, which rather reinforces my BOB ... | |
| champagne | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1962 vintage bollinger extra quality brut bollinger extra. The number on the ... A: I'm afraid it really isn't possible for me to suggest a value of any Champagne of this age as so ... | |
| Valuation | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you could help me regarding a bottle of champagne I have. I would love to know if it is ... A: I'm afraid it really isn't possible for me to suggest a value of any Champagne of this age as so ... | |
| Faustino I 1974 | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Faustino I - Rioja Gran Reserva 1974 - No. 496444 and was wondering if it had ... A: Faustino 1 is a good example of commercial aged Rioja that normally retails in the $20/30 range but ... | |
| wine | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: i picked up recently at a sale a few bottles of 1971 gewuerztraminer cabinet wine vintage 1971 ... A: Sichel & Fils Freres is a negotiant/merchant operating throughout France but predominately in ... | |
| Champagne | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of Rene Brisset Epernay 1981. Is there any value to these and are they still ... A: I think Rene Brisset is a BOB - or Buyer's Own Brand - but I'd need to know the code number on the ... | |
| PORT WINE | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: What would the avg. price be for a 1963 HOOPERS port wine? A: I can't find any merchant, anywhere, who's offering '63 Hooper at the moment so there isn't an ... | |
| pierre joiut | 11/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Pierre Jouit 1988- and am curious about flavor- I have yet to taste. We do reside ... A: Did you mean Perrier-Jouët - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Perrier-Jou%C3%ABt? If so, please come ... | |
| BURGANDY PRODUCER | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I RECENTLY OPENED A 1934 AND 1949 CHAMBOLLE MUSIGNY FROM MY CELLAR.BOTH WERE PRODUCED BY A.LAIR. ... A: I'm afraid I've never heard of that producer so my guess would be that their land was sold - ... | |
| 60 year old cognac bottle | 11/15/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to sell a bottle of Prince Hubert de polignac cognac VSOP. i aquired it will living in ... A: This Cognac brand is widely distributed but doesn't enjoy the following of some other names so it ... | |
| T. Hine & Co. Cognac | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of cognac marked "4/5 Quart, 84 proof, imported by "21" Brands Inc., Twenty three ... A: Hine is a famous name in Cognac - see http://www.hinecognac.com/ - but it's never possible to date ... | |
| 1937 Mouton Cadet | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Baron Philippe De Rothschild, L'Art de L'Assemblage, Mouton Cadet. 750ml white ... A: I didn't know that Mouton Cadet Blanc existed before 1970 so are you sure about the vintage date? ... | |
| 1994 Charles Krug Gamay Beaujolais | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: Will any of them be drinkable? Or saleable? Thank you. 1994 Charles Krug Gamay Beaujolais 1991 ... A: These are all rather old now for what they are but I wouldn't dump them untasted - but with caution ... | |
| value in any | 11/12/2010 |
| Q: We have a full seal still on pint 1971 I.L.Ruffino wine I'm in Florida Thank you A: Ruffino is best known as a large commercial producer of Chianti that's at its best when young so ... | |
| Curious | 11/11/2010 |
| Q: I just received a bottle of Chateau Chavin Grand Cru Classe 1964 Henri Ondet table wine. The owner ... A: Chauvin is a respected St-Emilion but I'm afraid there is little chance that this will still be ... | |
| Value of bottle of wine | 11/10/2010 |
| Q: A few years ago we viited Lake Bled in Slovina. While there we vitied an abbey and purchased a ... A: There's a bit about De Adami at http://tinyurl.com/35o8e7g that you may like to see and ... | |
| 1983 Vintage Champagnes? | 11/9/2010 |
| Q: I have just found two bottles (stored on their sides) of champagne in my mother's estate. She claims ... A: I'm afraid the Andre isn't Champagne, despite the label, but a commercial sparkling wine produced, ... | |
| Information and worth of bottle? | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle in excellent shape of Bollinger 1973. The label above the Bollinger label says July ... A: I'm not sure what more you want to know about the history of this bottle as it comes from the very ... | |
| Valuation Please :-) | 11/7/2010 |
| Q: Just wondering if you could please tell me if there is any value in a bottle of henri dunant 150th ... A: I wouldn't want to quote a figure for this but Yaldara 'Ports' are well regarded - although real ... | |
| champagne | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: I was recently in New Zealand when I was shown a bottle Charles Heidsieck Champagne Extradry ... A: I'm afraid this only has interest as a curiosity. 1926 wasn't an outstanding vintage and there is no ... | |
| champagne mercier brut 1990 | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: after getting rid of all the early 90s moldy snapps and Newcastle brown i discovered a bottle of ... A: This Champagne house didn't retain it's fine reputation after acquisition by Moet in the 1959s, as ... | |
| Champagne valuation | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: Could you please tell me the value of a bottle of Krug. Grand Cuvee Champagne Krug Reims product of ... A: Champagnes of this age are very difficult to value as so much depends on the condition of the bottle ... | |
| Cuvee Dom Perign 1969, Moet et Chandon in Epernay | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "Cuvee Dom Perign 1969, Moet et Chandon in Epernay", I wonder how much is the ... A: I'm sorry that you didn't find my answer as helpful as you'd hoped but nobody could give you a ... | |
| Cuvee Dom Perign 1969, Moet et Chandon in Epernay | 11/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "Cuvee Dom Perign 1969, Moet et Chandon in Epernay", I wonder how much is the ... A: This is a bit difficult because I can't find any merchant listings for this old DP in the US or ... | |
| value | 11/1/2010 |
| Q: can you tell me the approximate value of two 12 oz. bottles of 1947 Chateau De Grand-Puch Red ... A: Please come back with the full text from the label as the only Grand-Puch that comes to mind is a ... | |
| Wine value | 10/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Extra Quality, Extra Dry Leon Monte' Freres Champagne (Griersons London) (1961) I ... A: This is very old indeed for any Champagne so I don't think you'd find it easy to sell so I suggest ... | |
| puisseguin st emilion 1983 | 10/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of the above wine the label has 3 barrels on it with a crown above and has what may ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old for any St-E satellite - especially a merchant blend - so I can't ... | |
| Trying to find value and quality of a wine | 10/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Hospice De Beanue (1990). Below the name and vintage, the bottle reads: ... A: This comes from a tiny patch of vineyard of just 0.68ha that was left to the Hospice in 1804 on the ... | |
| Champagne | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Piper Heidsieck brut vintage 750ml. The bottom label is gold color with the year ... A: Champagnes of this age are very difficult to value as so much depends on the condition of the bottle ... | |
| Value of old bottle | 10/28/2010 |
| Q: I live in B.C. Canada. I was given a bottle of Napoleon Cognac in the late 80's It's in a box in a ... A: This is one of Courvoisier's premium Cognacs in a very attractive gift presentation that might cost ... | |
| Wine valuation & drinkability?? | 10/26/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "Calvet Cuvee Reservee" 150cl in its original box. It is a 1987 limited edition ... A: I can't comment on the value of this as that depends solely on what someone might pay for it and I ... | |
| Antinori Soave 1978 | 10/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 'Antinori Soave - 1978' It is a green fish shaped bottle in perfect condition. ... A: Soaves are light table wines from the Veneto region of north-eastern Italy ... | |
| 1967 del Magnifico I.L. Ruffino | 10/24/2010 |
| Q: here's the description of "the patient" - located in NY :) Del Magnifico (Il Magnifico - Lorenzo le' ... A: I have heard of a Ruffino Chianti Del Magnfico - which would imply a blend of 75/90% Sangiovesi plus ... | |
| Case of 4 bottles of 1977-1980 Italian Wine Value? | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I've come across a Case of wine that contains 4 bottles, The Case says Casa Vinicola, L A Bardi, ... A: I'm sorry but none these was intended for such long ageing and they should all have been drunk soon ... | |
| Chablis Sichel 1971 | 10/23/2010 |
| Q: I had a few sips of this wine when I was about 15 and it stood out to me as being remarkably, ... A: Congratulations to your enlightened parents for starting your wine education in the proper way - and ... | |
| virgin islan coffee house liquor | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: Found an open bottle of VI coffee house liquor. Bottle is green, yellow, white and blue striped. Was ... A: I'm afraid it's not lawful in most countries to offer opened bottles of wine for sale due to health ... | |
| wine valuation | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: hi there i have 1 bottle of 1964 rioja gran reserva franco espanolas from logrono rioja its in ... A: I can't find a merchant listing for this to guide me I'm afraid so I suggest you post a query on the ... | |
| chateauneuf-du-pape | 10/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of this wine 1983 vintage Marquis de Jouennes and would like to know if it is still ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old for any CdP from this rather ordinary vintage, especially one that ... | |
| Primus Wine | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Primus wine bottled by Carvalho, Ribeiro & Ferreira. The bottle has a very ... A: This comes from a notable Portuguese producer but I'm afraid fancy bottles such as you describe are ... | |
| Is this wine still alright to drink | 10/21/2010 |
| Q: I'm trying to find information on a 1996 white bordeaux. Grand vin de Bordeaux - Chateau de Pic ... A: This comes from the Premieres Cotes, which isn't one of the great wine districts of Bordeaux but it ... | |
| taylors 1963 port | 10/20/2010 |
| Q: We bought the bottle of port from Averys wine merchant in Bristol in 2001 for £200. It arrived ... A: It's difficult to suggest a value for a single bottle in the condition you describe as collectors ... | |
| Champagne! | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Rene Brisset Epernay Brut, from 1964. The bottle is in a wooden box and packed ... A: By coincidence, a similar bottle was catalogued recently by a provincial UK auctioneer at £30-60 but ... | |
| Graves Cruse White Bordeaux 1959 | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: What is this bottle worth? Where I can find information on this bottle A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see any value in this as I don't think you'd be able to find a buyer ... | |
| damaged chateau lafite rothschild label | 10/17/2010 |
| Q: I recently went through my parents wine rack and as they no longer drink they had several dozen ... A: There were some very good wines made in the period your parents had and some might have substantial ... | |
| Messias Vintage port wine | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1985 Messias Vintage port wine It has a tag on its neck which is hard to read. I ... A: Messias is a reputable Port house, although not one in the top rank as they are less consistent than ... | |
| rothschild | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: My husband has some old bottles of prestige monopoles alfred rothschild brut blanc de blancs french ... A: I'd like to know all the text from this label to be sure of identifying this but French sparkling ... | |
| Red Wine valuation | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: I have 4 bottles left over from a case I bought direct from the vineyard whilst visiting ST ... A: This property is popular with tourists because of its prominent position ... | |
| find out price | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of benedictine with us seel that is broke.cork is not broke. the bottle is still ... A: You could replace this for around $20 but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell one with a broken ... | |
| 1966 veuve clicquot ponsardin | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: HDR 300108 N M 3343.382 B it could be a B instead of 8 I have a Bottle of 1966 veuve ... A: Veuve Cliquot '66 is currently listed by a reputable London merchant at £150 + VAT and I would have ... | |
| Pol Roger 1986 Cuvee Sir Winston Churchill Champagne | 10/10/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Pol Roger 1986 Cuvee Sir Winston Churchill Champagne, in presentation box. I ... A: I'm very sorry to hear that you want to sell this generous present as I would have thought sharing ... | |
| 1929 French wine value | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: Mr. Ling, I know little to nothing about wine. I have come to possess an old bottle of ... A: This sounds like a Bordeaux Mousseux, a name now superseded by the Crémant de Bordeaux ... | |
| value of vintage champagne | 10/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1920 champagne brut- veuve clicquot-ponsardin - AGENCE GENERALE DE FRANCE label ... A: This was an outstanding vintage but I'm afraid this is now very old indeed so any value will be to ... | |
| Bollinger Champagne | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: Could you please tell me if there is any value to an unopened bottle of Bollinger extra quality ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old - even for such a popular brand from a good vintage - so any value ... | |
| cockburn 1947 | 10/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a single bottle of 1947 Cockburn port. Label has now disintegrated, but my memory is intact. ... A: The most important precaution would be to invite me to join you! But seriously, you have one of the ... | |
| old pol roger champagne | 10/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a champagne, half size pol roger & co. extra cuvee reserve 1915. It has conisderable ... A: I'm afraid I don't know if you'd find any interest in this in Australia but I have to say that this ... | |
| Old Bottle of Port | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a question regarding a 30 year old bottle of Port with the brand name Real Vinicola Vintage ... A: Royal Oporto, as this company is usually called, had a bad patch during the period of state ... | |
| Taylors vintage port | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Taylors 20 year old Tawny Port bottled in Oporto in 1979. can you please give me ... A: This is a quality 'Tawny Port with an Indication of Age' - not a VP I'm afraid - and you could buy ... | |
| Gaston Briand cognac | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: A wealthy neighbor gave us a bottle of Gaston Briand cognac from his wine celler. (The bottlers ... A: What a lovely present! I'm sure you've tried Google's Images Search feature as a starting point, ... | |
| corsi | 10/1/2010 |
| Q: I have two Corsi rose wine bottles. They are beautiful. They have a blue bird and tree with ... A: Decorative wine bottles are popular tourist souvenirs in Italian gift shops but I'm afraid they are ... | |
| Cuvee Dom Perignon | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: We know next to nothing about wines but have a bottle of Moet et Chandon, Cuvee Dom Perignon, ... A: This certainly sounds like leakage past the cork so I'm afraid there's a risk that this DP won't ... | |
| Louis Eschenauer 1959 Bordeaux (Gironde) | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: Ling, Just for fun we recently puchased some very old wines at an estate sale. They are a ... A: I'm afraid you are unlikely to find much fun in these. 1957 was an appalling vintage (in contrast ... | |
| 1959 Chateau Gloria | 9/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1959 bottle of Chateau Gloria which has been shipped in wood by Barton & Guestier and ... A: It's difficult to see significant value in such an old bottle and I doubt if any merchant would want ... | |
| Port Value | 9/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Warre's Warrior Port- I think its 1987 Reference SY 129847 Is it worth anything ... A: This is one of the best premium or 'Reserve' Rubies (see ... | |
| Port Value | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "A Frank Schoonmaker Selectio' Warre's age 1960 Vintage Porto Produce of ... A: This would cost you around CA$230 to replace in the US but I don't think it's available in Canada. ... | |
| Rare Douro PortSpecial Reserve 5 crown Garrafeira Particular Vintage 1905 | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I will read everything on bottle, besides the yellow /gold band around top of bottle,the next ... A: This is a rare and potentially valuable bottle if it is in good condition in terms of level, label ... | |
| 1955 cordon rouge champagne brut | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I have this sealed bottle which has been stored on its side in a dark place. Is it worth anything? ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for any Champagne, despite your good storage and the quality ... | |
| Valuations | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I came across two bottles recently, one is a 1976 yago condal rioja santiago, a white table wine; ... A: I think you'd find it difficult to find a buyer for either of these now as they are very old indeed ... | |
| vintage port | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a similar question to one you answered for another person earlier this year :- I have a ... A: This is from a fairly good vintage, but one that lacked the tannin needed for long life so even the ... | |
| Cream Sherry | 9/23/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a case amongst other spirits and wines of Spanish Sherry Fandango Reserve 1914 The ... A: Vintage-dated Sherries usually come from a Solera started in the year stated and are very difficult ... | |
| wine purchasing | 9/21/2010 |
| Q: i was always curious how do the big brands like rothschild etc sell their first growths is it all le ... A: There's a detailed description of the Bordeaux wine trade here: ... | |
| Sandeman Vintage 1957 Port | 9/20/2010 |
| Q: Bottled in 1959 label on neck reads VINHO DO PORTO SELO DE GARANTIA. Label has SC 40 31698 I ... A: Valuation is very difficult here because of the age and rarity so I suggest you offer it to Wine ... | |
| Sandeman Vintage 1957 Port | 9/19/2010 |
| Q: Bottled in 1959 label on neck reads VINHO DO PORTO SELO DE GARANTIA. Label has SC 40 31698 I ... A: I didn't know that Sandeman released a Vintage Port from 1959 as this year wasn't generally declared ... | |
| Kabinet | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Dalberger Pfarrgarten 1983 Kabinet< I would like to know if it is special , rare ... A: This came from the Nahe region of Germany but I don't think any collector would be interested in ... | |
| INfo | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: Please, could you tell me something about A.Deluze & Fils Bordeaux wine, chateau Saint Leoville, ... A: Leoville Las Cases is one of the many stars of a famous and superb vintage and you can read about ... | |
| Vintage Champagne | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Moet et Chandon a Epernay Fondee en 1745. Champagne Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage ... A: I don't think you'd have any trouble selling this, assuming that's in your mind, as it is one of the ... | |
| Value of 1970 and 180 Cuvee Dom Perignon Champagen | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: David, What is the value of the following. 10 bottles 75cl Cuvee Dom Perignon Champagen 1980 6 ... A: Several merchants currently list '80 DP at approaching the $300 mark per so I think you are right to ... | |
| old bottle of wine | 9/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine vintage 1967 is a Quinta Brand. Lisbon wines sweet Portuguese red grape. ... A: I think you probably have a Setubal (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Set%C3%BAbal_DOC), in which case a ... | |
| Value and longevity | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of MOET et CHANDON a Empernay - Champagne - Cuvee Dom Perignon - Vintage 1982. I was ... A: The '82 DP isn't the greatest wine Moet have ever made and I fear that your bottle may now be past ... | |
| Ferreira Port | 9/7/2010 |
| Q: I have a boxed bottle of Ferreira Late Bottled Vintage Port 1981. How good is it likely to be please ... A: Ferreira is a well-regarded Portuguese producer with an especially good reputation for their aged ... | |
| Alexis Lichine - Rose D'Anjou | 9/5/2010 |
| Q: David: The last time my wife and I had this wine was about 35 years ago, then it disappeared from ... A: Grand Wine and Spirit in Groton CT is the nearest store that should have a Rosé d'Anjou ... | |
| Alexis Lichine - Rose D'Anjou | 9/4/2010 |
| Q: David: The last time my wife and I had this wine was about 35 years ago, then it disappeared from ... A: Rosé d'Anjou is widely available world-wide but I'm not sure that the importers Alexis Lichine still ... | |
| Remy Martin Louis XIII | 9/3/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a bottle that was given to my great grandfather. It is nearly half full. It was ... A: I'm so sorry but I think a bottle in the condition you describe would be almost impossible to sell ... | |
| Warre's 1994 Vintage Port | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: I was given a case of Warre's 1994 Vintage Port many years ago and I can't decide whether or not to ... A: The most important factor in the ageing potential of Port is its original quality, which is a ... | |
| What are my wines worth | 9/2/2010 |
| Q: Good evening. I have someone who wants to purchase 3 bottles from me, but have no idea what a fair ... A: This is a very difficult situation to offer advice about as these are all very old, although from a ... | |
| 1971 est! est! est! montefiascone | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of the above in peoria, illinois, usa. does it have any value? thank you. A: ) This is another wine that was made for drinking young I'm afraid so this is now far too old to ... | |
| 1975 mirassou monterey gamay beaujolais | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of the above. produced and bottled by mirassou vineyard, san jose, ca. any value? A: I don't usually answer questions about Californian wines but I'd be astonished if any 1975 Gamay is ... | |
| pocas junior 1977 vintage port | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: is it worth keeping or do you think i could sell it A: I don't think I'd do either. Pocas has good reputation but isn't among the top rank of producers ... | |
| Perrier Jouet Special Reserve Rose 1979 | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of this at my Christening, but am worried that we have missed the boat for ... A: This was a fine Champagne in its day but I think you'd be lucky to find it so after so long. But, ... | |
| Lisbon Wine | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Quinta Brand Lisbon Wine Vintage 1955. The bottle stands about 8-1/4 high and ... A: Setubals are neither rare nor worthless - but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell a single ... | |
| Lisbon Wine | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Quinta Brand Lisbon Wine Vintage 1955. The bottle stands about 8-1/4 high and ... A: I'm pretty sure you have a bottle of Setubal, a very long-lived sweet, fortified wine made in a way ... | |
| Hello:) | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Benedictine liquor 8257.I would like to fin out about the value of this bottle.It ... A: This retails at around the £20 mark but old bottles do interest collectors and can fetch £100 or ... | |
| Warre's 1994 Vintage Port | 8/31/2010 |
| Q: I was given a case of Warre's 1994 Vintage Port many years ago and I can't decide whether or not to ... A: Offer prices don't always mean the same thing as 'selling for'! Also, it may be that the higher ... | |
| Hello:) | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Benedictine liquor 8257.I would like to fin out about the value of this bottle.It ... A: Benedictine is a famous Cognac-based liqueur originally made in Fécamp by the Benedictine monks from ... | |
| Bollinger | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired a bottle of Bollinger special Cuvee brut 760 ml with the number 2433362 in the ... A: I'm sorry but bottling codes aren't published so there's no way to tell when this was bottled, but ... | |
| Grand Cru Classe En 1855 | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: My husband was given a bottle of Grand Cru Classe En 1855 Brane-Cantenac Margaux 1964. It is a red ... A: This is from a good vintage but is now very old so I can't see 'any great value' in it, as you put ... | |
| wine storage | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: How long can I keep a wine in my wine refrigerator. What is the proper temperature for whites and ... A: I'll start at the end and say that long term storage at room temperature is NEVER a good idea; nor ... | |
| Wine | 8/23/2010 |
| Q: Good evening, I have one bottle only of the below. Chateau La Mission Haut Brion Appelation Graves ... A: Sorry but I don't know any merchant in Fort Lauderdale who's looking to buy from collectors so Wine ... | |
| Wine | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: Good evening, I have one bottle only of the below. Chateau La Mission Haut Brion Appelation Graves ... A: This is a notable property and '59 was a fine vintage but I don't like to suggest values for wine of ... | |
| Valuation and selling enquiry | 8/22/2010 |
| Q: When my grandmother died I found some wine and I would like to know if it is of any value. The ... A: I don't like to suggest values for wine of this age as so much depends on the condition of the ... | |
| prices | 8/21/2010 |
| Q: just recieved 2 bottles of wine im clueless.BL Baron De Lestac BORDEAUX eleve en futs de chene ... A: I'm afraid neither of these would be easy to sell so they don't have any value in cash terms. I dont ... | |
| 1967 Dom Perignon | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: My friend is trying to estimate the current market value of his bottle of 1967 Dom Perignon. He ... A: I wouldn't be confident that any Champagne of this age, even a DP, would still be very enjoyable but ... | |
| 1967 Dom Perignon | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: My friend is trying to estimate the current market value of his bottle of 1967 Dom Perignon. He ... A: Please ask your friend to check the date as I didn't know that Moet made a DP from that poor year in ... | |
| value of wine | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: i was given a bottle of 1949 nuits-st-georges wine is there any value to this trade mark arc de ... A: I don't know of any grower in NSG who uses that trade mark - so I suspect this is a negotiant blend ... | |
| Found bottle, curious | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: Cleaning out a friends liquor cabinet after the death of her husband, and found a 1975 bottle of ... A: This comes from a maker in the center of the Bersano area of Italy and was made by the respected ... | |
| Cognac | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened and sealed bottle of Marie Antoinette Armagnac. It states it has been aged 30 ... A: These might be worth a try as they are local to you but please don't be surprised if neither show ... | |
| Cognac | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened and sealed bottle of Marie Antoinette Armagnac. It states it has been aged 30 ... A: I'm sorry you aren't a fan of Cognacs or Armagnacs because I'm one of many who love them! The ... | |
| hunting wine | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of harveys hunting wine and was wandering if its ok to drink, or is it best kept. ... A: This is a brand of Tawny Port from a respected and old-established firm - now part of Pernod-Ricard ... | |
| Henri Marchant | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: Please forgive my complete ignorance on this subject. My husband found a bottle of Henri Marchant ... A: Cold Duck is the name of a sparkling wine made in the United States that was at one stage the ... | |
| Two bottles of wine | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I've just come across your name on the web and am wondering if you would be so good as to advise me ... A: C Da Silva are better-known for their Dalva Ports but many houses also produce table wines, usually ... | |
| Rare Douro PortSpecial Reserve 5 crown Garrafeira Particular Vintage 1905 | 8/16/2010 |
| Q: I would really like to find out if this wine is worth anything, the seal is unbroken. It is 1 Pint 9 ... A: You haven't given me the full text off the label so I can't be certain but I think you have a very ... | |
| Warre'sV | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1980 Warre's Vintage Porto. It's been in my collection, and I can tell you ... A: Warre '70 is one of the best Ports from a good but not outstanding vintage so I don't think you'd ... | |
| Champagne | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of "1942 Vintage Royal Chadron Champagne" On the bottle is says Maison Chadron & ... A: I'm sorry but it's difficult to see any value in such an old Champagne from a less-than-stellar ... | |
| Vintage Champagne | 8/10/2010 |
| Q: Ling, I have a bottle of 1959 Charles Heidsieck Reims Champagne and was wondering if it is worth ... A: This is from an excellent vintage but is now very old indeed so I don't think you'll find it easy to ... | |
| 1943 Champagne Brut | 8/9/2010 |
| Q: My mother has a Btl. of GH Mumm Champagne Brut 1943 Cordon Rouge, Reims, France Lot 602668 she would ... A: This was a good vintage in Champagne so a pristine bottle - with a good clear color, a high fill, ... | |
| SHELF LIFE OF CHAMPAGNE? | 8/8/2010 |
| Q: I had a bottle of champagne given to me on my 50th birthday i am now 53 and the bottle is still in ... A: Presumably you don't know how old the Champagne was when you got it but most quality non-vintage ... | |
| large marchio red wine | 8/7/2010 |
| Q: How much is a fair price to ask for my very large red wine bottle {full} It is from 1977 italy lable ... A: I'm sorry but I can't see why anyone would want to buy any 1977 Italian table wine in a bottle with ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 8/5/2010 |
| Q: My partner and I were given a bottle of wine by my Grandfather. Could you tell me the value of the ... A: This was a generous and thoughful present as Clos des Quatre Vents is a small property adjoining the ... | |
| Diamant Blue Champagne Brut Reims 1985 | 8/3/2010 |
| Q: My question is as of todays market this bottle is going for $79.99 2010, but i have this bottle for ... A: That price is from a NY merchant who doesn't ship out-of-State and lists stocks ex taxes so a ... | |
| valuation | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: the label says specially shipped & bottled by real companhia vinicola. A: This is a difficult one as Royal Oporto - to use the English form of the shipper's name - was at a ... | |
| wine | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine that I was wondering is worth anything? It is a 1983 Piesporter Michelsberg ... A: I'm afraid you'd find it very difficult to sell a generic Piesporter of this age as I don't think ... | |
| valuation - graham vintage port wine 1970 | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of Graham Vintage Port Wine - Finest Reserve 1970. It has a wax seal ... A: This was a generous present as Graham '70 is a superb Vintage Port that's drinking well now - and ... | |
| valuation | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: my mum has a bottle of wine that she thinks might be worth something and i am trying to find out for ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think there would be much interest in this rather old South African wine if ... | |
| Bollinger 1955 | 7/30/2010 |
| Q: Please could you help give a valuation to a bottle of bollinger Extra Quality Very Dry 1955 vintage ... A: Assuming that the good condition is confirmed by professional appraisal by a specialist local wine ... | |
| Dom Perignon | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: I have two (2) bottles of Dom Perigon 1982 in the orginal cardboard box with original seal unbroken ... A: These could be replaced from several merchants in the US for around the $400 mark so I think you ... | |
| vintage cordon bleu cognac | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: Were you ever able to locate any vintage cordon bleu cognacs? I myself have been trying to find a ... A: I haven't been looking for any Vintage Cordon Bleu Cognac - and doubt if I'd have been successful ... | |
| 1944 Da Silva Port | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: David, I have recently acquired an unopened bottle of Port Wine. The bottle is bell shaped dark ... A: This is a Colheita - a Tawny Port from a single vintage (1944) that was aged in wood for longer than ... | |
| Valuation | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne and would like it valued. It's a bottle of Montebello cordon blanc ... A: (This is important because it would make the difference between a valuation of worthless if this is ... | |
| Valuation | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne and would like it valued. It's a bottle of Montebello cordon blanc ... A: I'd like to see a photo of this and the full text from the label before commenting fully but I can ... | |
| Hess Select Cabernet Sauvignon 2003 Magnum | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: "Hello,i hope all are ok with family and friend. My name are Loy Garcia,form Houston,Texas i looking ... A: I don't usually answer questions about Californian wines but I can tell you that no 2003's of this ... | |
| 1961 Baron Philippe Brut Bottle | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: A good friend has an unopened bottle of Baron Philippe de Rothschild champagne. She doesn't think ... A: I think your friend is probably right not to have high hopes of this but it's from a good year and ... | |
| J.G.Monnet Cognac | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of J.G Monnet Anniversaire Fine Champagne Cognac. It is in its original box with two ... A: Michael, Cognacs are a bit outside my field but I can tell you that blends such as this are ... | |
| Wine Info | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine that was picked up some years ago in Cuba and wanted any info to value if ... A: I'm pretty sure you have a bottle of Setubal; a very long-lived sweet, fortified wine made in a way ... | |
| Sediment in old Champagne | 7/19/2010 |
| Q: Does the presence of a small amount of sediment in an old bottle of Champagne mean that it is ... A: RD is a fresh and distinctive style of Champagne achieved by extended ageing on the lees before ... | |
| Fronsac | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: we exchanged messages the other day about my bottle of hill of grace and others, I went to a car ... A: There's not much I can say about this I'm afraid as Haut Des Tonnelles isn't one of the better-known ... | |
| value of champagne | 7/18/2010 |
| Q: On the neck of the bottle it reads, Maison Fondee a Reims en Mil Sept Cent Soixante Douze. I would ... A: Veuve Cliquot is a large and famous Champagne house that makes a wide range of wines at various ... | |
| Neat Find | 7/17/2010 |
| Q: I am from Tennessee in the US, and I found a neat bottle of wine a friend of mine was selling at her ... A: This is a red table wine, I.E. a low-cost quaffer, but bottled as a tourist souvenir so there's ... | |
| Valuation | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: Cheers ANSWER: Hi Kevin, I don't usually answer questions about Australian wines but I can tell ... A: Keep looking in case you find another Hill of Grace! This might be a small step up from your last ... | |
| Valuation | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: Cheers ANSWER: Hi Kevin, I don't usually answer questions about Australian wines but I can tell ... A: You've certainly got an eye for the 'quite interesting', to say the least (!), as there's nothing on ... | |
| Valuation | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: Cheers A: I don't usually answer questions about Australian wines but I can tell you that your wine is ... | |
| Wine | 7/12/2010 |
| Q: What is the value of a 1970 Chateau Lafite Rothschild Appellation Pauillac Controlee? A: Lafite '70 currently sells at merchants in the $450/500 range, plus taxes, so I think you could hope ... | |
| Real Companhia Velha Port | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: can you tell be a bit about this port & what the price of it is in todays market, it is still in its ... A: Colheitas are aged Tawnies from a single vintage bottled whenever the maker judges best. They ... | |
| Perrier Jouet | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: I would like to find the value of a Perrier Jouet gift set in a cardboard box with 2 glasses and 1 ... A: I don't think you threw out your family inheritance as a non-vintage Champagne of this age would ... | |
| wine valuation | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: A few years ago i bought some wine to lay down and I was wondering how much it would be worth and if ... A: I can't find all of these on any merchants' lists so I think you should seek professional appraisal ... | |
| cuvee dom perignon 1988 | 7/7/2010 |
| Q: I have one bottle of wine, 1988 cuvee dom perignon in a gift box. How much is it worth? And who ... A: This is a fine champagne from a fine vintage that sells for around the $250 mark so I think you ... | |
| 3l 1999 Chateau Gloria St julien .red | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: red , and i was wondering if you could help me find the price of it. And where to sell it online. if ... A: The average retail value of Gloria '99 is around the $50 mark, per 750, plus taxes. Thus I think you ... | |
| 1975 Sichel Sauternes | 7/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1975 Sichel Sauternes white Bordeaux wine that I bought around 1982 for $5.69 ... A: This was a fine vintage but I'm afraid this bottle is now very old for what it is. The darkening ... | |
| Champagne Renaudin Bollinger 1928 | 7/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Champagne Brut Renaudin Bollinger Vintage 1928 bottled in Ay Champagne, France. I ... A: This is from a famous Champagne vintage but any wine of this age is a bit of a gamble - especially ... | |
| Port | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: "I have come in possession of a bottle of 1925 R Taylor Fladgate Yeatman Vargellas Port.The short ... A: I suggest you contact Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) and ask them to comment on this ... | |
| charles and diana port | 7/3/2010 |
| Q: My dad has left to me a port set to commemerate the wedding of prince Charles and Lady Diana ... A: I hope my crystal ball is working properly because you haven't given me the full text from the label ... | |
| 2nd question | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a green box with 3 bottles of wine in. Bottles are in the shape of the world cup, sealed and ... A: The 'Cabernet' name refers to the grape(s) from which the wine was made - Cabernet Franc is the ... | |
| Where is it from? | 7/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a green box with 3 bottles of wine in. Bottles are in the shape of the world cup, sealed and ... A: Gaec Couillaud are wine makers in Le Landreau, a commune in the Loire-Atlantique department in ... | |
| graf zoltan 2008, ferdinand pieroth | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: My wife and I love this wine. Can you suggest another similar wine that we can buy at a more ... A: Graf Zoltan is always expensive for what it is because it's only available through Pieroth's ... | |
| Prager Port Set 1980-1984 | 6/29/2010 |
| Q: I have the first ever assembled 14 bottle vertical selection from the library of Prager Winery and ... A: I'm afraid I can't help with the first part of your question as I do not answer questions about ... | |
| Unique wine bottle lamp | 6/28/2010 |
| Q: Sorry my last queastion was outside of your speciality. Would you happen to know who or where I ... A: I think you'd do better browsing some of these: ... | |
| Siglo Wine | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I also have a bottle of 1969 Siglo Wine - however it says red wine not rose. Does that make a ... A: Yes, in general terms, red wines usually last longer than rosés because they usually have more ... | |
| Moet & Chandon 1992 Valuation | 6/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a boxed bottle of 1992 Brut Imperial Vintage, I would like to give this as an 18th gift to my ... A: This was a huge vintage that demanded care in wine making so any bottle of this age below the level ... | |
| How much is my wine worth please? | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of tour st Bonnet 1996 wine in a box and its 150cl and the box that its in says made ... A: Justerini And Brooks are old-establihed and very respected London wine merchants, not makers, but ... | |
| Port | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I have just read your answer regarding a bottle of Offley Boa Port, I have a full sealed crate of ... A: This case should be a popular lot at any specialist wine auction so I suggest you ask one of these ... | |
| St. Remy Napoleon Brandy | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: Here is my third and last question. The back label is almost gone. The liquid level is located right ... A: This is a cut above your other brandy but still not one that you'll find easy to sell as enthusiasts ... | |
| cognac prices | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: Here is my second image and question. The lower part of the lable refers to the importer to ... A: This is the best of your brandies by a distance and I'd expect Wine Commune ... | |
| cognac prices | 6/23/2010 |
| Q: I've some unopened bottles and I'm wondering if you could advise of age and approx value I've ... A: I'm afraid this isn't Cognac - which can only be distilled in the Cognac area of SW France from at ... | |
| Champagne | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I was given a bottle as a present some time ago and was interested what the value of the bottle is ... A: Charbaut Certificate was one of my favourites in the '80s but I've not had one recently and I ... | |
| Champagne Valuation | 6/22/2010 |
| Q: I have one bottle of Jeanmaire Rose Champagne dated 1981 and one Lanson Black Label from the same ... A: I'm afraid it is difficult to see significant value in any Champagnes of this age, below the level ... | |
| wine | 6/21/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of 1985 castillo de molina, cabernet sauvigonon, vina san pedro, the label has a key ... A: San Pedro is a large commercial wine maker in Chile (http://www.sanpedro.cl/) whose wines sell at ... | |
| Porto Messias 1968 | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I have just discovered this bottle(75cl) of port. Would probably want to sell it. Live in Reading ... A: This wasn't a great year for Port and was only declared by a few relatively minor producers - such ... | |
| 1989 Perrier Jouet | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I saw a similar posting you had addressed. I have a boxed gift set that contains a painted bottle of ... A: I think you could hope for bids up to $100/125 if you were to enter this into Wine Commune's on-line ... | |
| Vintage Port Wine | 6/19/2010 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of Gonzalez Byass Vintage Port 1958 (bottled 1961) and would be most ... A: LBVs do usually need decanting if they are bottled unfiltered, as I think this was but I don't know ... | |
| Dom Perignon 1982 | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1982 bottle not in case or box but has been well kept in good condition. I live in Reading ... A: I think you could hope for a hammer price of around £175/200 for this if the bottle is pristine in ... | |
| Vintage Port Wine | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of Gonzalez Byass Vintage Port 1958 (bottled 1961) and would be most ... A: Gonzalez Byass was involved in the Port trade from 1896 until 1983, when they sold their stocks to ... | |
| want to sell Mumm 1949 bottle of champagne | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I would like your help and advise on how to sell a bottle of Gordon Rouge - G.H. Mumm and Co. 1949 ... A: This was a very good vintage for Champagne and a pristine bottle from professional storage might be ... | |
| Australian (Adelaide) Grand Prix Port Set | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a set of Grand Prix ports from when the event was held in Adelaide the range is made via ... A: I'm afraid I know more about real Port from Portugal than I do about Australian fortifieds so I ... | |
| Vintage port | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of 1987 (bottled 1989) Quinta Da Cavadinha vintage port a few years ago and ... A: Port is more robust than most other wines - thanks to the fortification with brandy - so I wouldn't ... | |
| port value | 6/14/2010 |
| Q: i have recently perchist a bottel of port {seppeltfield 1977 para liqueur vintage tawny port}white ... A: I'm afraid I know more about real Port from Portugal than I do about Australian fortifieds so I ... | |
| value 1985 dom perignon cuvee brut | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle (not a magnum) of Dom Perignon 1985 vintage. It has been stored chilled. Can you ... A: If this is pristine in terms of color, label and capsule, I think you could hope to sell this for ... | |
| Vintage Port 1978 | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a Croft Late Bottled Vintage 1978 Port. It was bottled in Oporto in 1982 by Croft & Ca. LDA. ... A: This wasn't a great year for Port because of the weather; it came hard on the heels of the excellent ... | |
| Valuation and rarity of world cup wine | 6/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a life size limited edition world cup shape un-opened and bottle containg 3 liters of Barolo ... A: Commemorative or souvenir bottles are always difficult to value as they appeal more to collectors ... | |
| dom perignon rose 1980 | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: It has not been specially stored and I just wanted a rough idea of how much it was worth so as to ... A: This was a generous present as a pristine bottle would cost you £313.00, plus VAT and delivery, to ... | |
| 1983 margaux chateaux palmer medoc | 6/7/2010 |
| Q: We have a bottle of 1983 margaux chateaux palmer medoc - written on the label is as follows - ... A: Palmer '83 is a famous wine so I think you could expect considerable collector interest at auction. ... | |
| linie aquavit | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of loiten braenderi's linie aquavit it has the dates 2-2-77 - 5-5-77 on it i was ... A: Aquavits don't command high prices in the UK but I think you could probably hope for around £20/25 ... | |
| 1887 Haut Sauterne | 6/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an 1887 Haut Sauterne from A. De luze & fils. It apears to have the original cork and lead ... A: This might, just, be of interest to collectors of wine history because the 'Haut' is a misnomer that ... | |
| cognac | 5/28/2010 |
| Q: i have recently aqquired a bottle of rouyer and guillet Co, "damoisel" cognac, and i was hoping you ... A: This is a well-known Cognac house, especially for the delicate Damoisel (Damsel) blend they promote ... | |
| Remy Martin XO | 5/26/2010 |
| Q: does remy martin xo expire? A: 'Expire'? (If you are wondering how long an unopened bottle of this would last, my answer would be ... | |
| vintage cognac | 5/25/2010 |
| Q: I have unearthed an old 1/2 bottle of Martell brandy, 1947 to be exact. I wonder if you can shed any ... A: Not a vintage Cognac, I'm afraid if it doesn't quote a date on the label; nor a valuable one as I ... | |
| 1970 bottle of wine | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you can help me? I have a friend who has a bottle of red 1970, Harveys, Domaine de bel ... A: I'm afraid this is now far too old for your friend to open with any confidence as even the very best ... | |
| Pieroth sekt brut | 5/24/2010 |
| Q: I have found an old bottle of vine and I'm wondering what the price is. It is a dull, black bottle. ... A: You could replace this with a similar wine at your local wine store for around €5.00 but old sekts ... | |
| paul tasson champagne | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I am hoping you can help me as I've trawled the internet but with no success. I have a small bottle ... A: I can tell you that 1923 was a good vintage in Champagne - but I'm afraid that's about as far as I ... | |
| Ferreira port 1830 | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Ferreira port vintage 1830 and it is also signed by Jorge Ferreira. It was ... A: It rather confirms my thought that Christies's may have missed the boat here and I'll be very ... | |
| Wine expert | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I'm hoping you can answer a general question I have - I was reading through a good housekeeping ... A: Trading in wine is a very risky business, even for professionals, so I'd advise caution here but it ... | |
| Martell Brandy | 5/23/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Martell Brandy which I believe is76 years old. I understand it was ... A: Assuming that this was bought as 'medical brandy' and isn't one of Martell's de luxe brands, I don't ... | |
| Ferreira port 1830 | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Ferreira port vintage 1830 and it is also signed by Jorge Ferreira. It was ... A: Then that's Christies's loss. Try Sothebys as there is no way this bottle is worth less than £800 ... | |
| old unopened liqueurs | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: i have several unopened bottles of liqueurs that belonged to my grandfather. I do not know how to ... A: Triple Sec is the general name for an orange-flavored liqueur such as Cointreau, made by the Remy ... | |
| Ferreira port 1830 | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Ferreira port vintage 1830 and it is also signed by Jorge Ferreira. It was ... A: I'm still not willing to suggest a value for this as I think this bottle could be of international ... | |
| Ferreira port 1830 | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Ferreira port vintage 1830 and it is also signed by Jorge Ferreira. It was ... A: If this really is a Vintage Port from 1830 then you have a very valuable bottle indeed - especially ... | |
| 1985 port | 5/22/2010 |
| Q: ..we have aquired a 1985 bottle of port and were wondering what the value of it is,it is unopened ... A: Royal Oporto wasn't in the top rank of Port houses after the '74 revolution until a resurgence in ... | |
| HARVEYS BRISTOL CREAM 1973, 600TH ANNIVERSARY | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: My husband bought a bottle of Harveys Special Blend Bristol Cream pruduced in 1973 and there were ... A: An old bottle of Bristol Cream wouldn't normally be of much interest to wine enthusiasts as this is ... | |
| Smith Woodhouse 1983 valuation | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I am looking to sell up to 6 bottles of Smith Woodhouse 1983 vintage port, can you tell me what a ... A: These could be replaced in the UK for £33.19 each, plus VAT and delivery, so I'd expect a catalogue ... | |
| Perrier-Jouet | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: 5 years ago I purchased a bottle of Perrier-Jouet from "a friend of a friend". I was told that the ... A: Thers's no way to date this, I'm afraid, as Grand Brut is a blend of several vintages that were aged ... | |
| FIRST BOTTLE OF MATEUS ROSE FROM THE 1940'S | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I live very close to Chicago, IL. I have a bottle of the FIRST MATEUS ROSE BOTTLE from back in the ... A: Mateus transformed the popularity of Portuguese table wines when they introduced this rosé - but ... | |
| value of bottle of wine | 5/17/2010 |
| Q: I am cleaning out my liquor cabinet. I have 3 bottle of wines I got from my father-in-law. They ... A: These are all very old for what they are and difficult to value as I'm not sure that you'd get a ... | |
| Bersano Barolo 1977 | 5/16/2010 |
| Q: What can you tell me about this wine my late father had in his house-is this a good vintage ... A: This is getting old, even for a Barolo, as '77 wasn't a great year in Piedmont and I don't think ... | |
| Tawny Port Kay Brothers Australia | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: Sealed with a cork under wax I am guessing. My query is would the port be ok to drink? And do you ... A: I can't be specific about your bottle as it isn't Port in the strict sense as that only comes from ... | |
| Cognac - worth anything | 5/15/2010 |
| Q: I live in the US state of Illinois and found a bottle of cognac in my deceased grandfathers ... A: This is a high-quality blended Cognac assembled from several distillations and aged in wood for ... | |
| Charles Heidseick Champagne | 5/7/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a 1982 vintage bottle of CH champagne and wondered what you could tell me about it. ... A: If the bottle has been stored properly, lying down in a cool dark place and the condition seems ... | |
| Charles Heidseick Champagne | 5/6/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a 1982 vintage bottle of CH champagne and wondered what you could tell me about it. ... A: This is a good, but not great, Champagne from a great but rather old vintage so its value and ... | |
| Chateau Albiet | 5/5/2010 |
| Q: Regarding the above wine,I have had a case of the 1985 vintage for 25 years.It has been stored in a ... A: This is a difficult one because Ch Albiet is a new name to me and isn't listed in any of my ... | |
| Niersteiner Riesling dated 1955 | 5/4/2010 |
| Q: Question I HAVE A BOTTLE OF NIERSTEINER RIESLING OF JULIUS KAYSER AND CO.GERMANY,DATED 1955.IS IT ... A: I'm afraid anything labelled simply "Niersteiner Riesling". will be a simple generic wine from the ... | |
| Rocha's 1967 Tawny Port | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have one 26 2/3 FL.OZ. bottle of Rocha's 1967 (bottled 1978)Tawny Port, which has been stored at ... A: Aged Tawny Ports from a single vintage and a stated bottling date are 'Colheitas' and are a style ... | |
| Value | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: MONOPOLES A.ROTHSCHILD SPARKLING BURGUNDY (Maison Fondee en 1875) Produce of France (Neg.ts a ... A: It would not be lawful for you to sell this privately so any value will depend on what Wine Commune ... | |
| Pontet Canet | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have recently acquired a sealed case of Pontet Canet Bordeaux 1973 vintage. Could you give me any ... A: This is a difficult one because, as you know, PC 1973 was implicated in the scandal that brought ... | |
| Value of Champagne - Taittinger | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: Would you please be able to give my Dad a valuation for a bottle of Champagne he has? The details ... A: Comtes de Champagne is a lovely de luxe cuvée but this bottle is now very old for a rosé as many ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck Vintage 1949 | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heisieck, Reims, Vintage 1949, Reserve for Britain. Unfortunately, the ... A: A pristine bottle of a top cuvée like Dom Perignon or Krug from the very good 1949 vintage might be ... | |
| 1961 Champagne - Richard de Ayala. | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come into pocession of a bottle of 1961 Richard e Ayala champagne - which has a ... A: Well, that blows me out of the water big time! NM stands for 'Négociant-Manipulant' (a house which ... | |
| 1961 Champagne - Richard de Ayala. | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come into pocession of a bottle of 1961 Richard e Ayala champagne - which has a ... A: I'm not surprised you had difficulty researching this and am not sure I can add much, but: 1961 was ... | |
| camus cognac limoges royal wedding book | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a numbered Camus cognac Royal Wedding Book of Charles %26 Dianas wedding. It is in mint ... A: This is difficult to value as it wouldn't be replaceable from any Australian merchant nowadays - ... | |
| Wine value | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I have owned a bottle of 1980 Bairrada Reserva red wine from Caves Monteiros Portugal for well over ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for a Portuguese table wine so I can't see any significant ... | |
| Justerini's Muscadet Recolte 1988 | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I've been given a bottle of 1988 Recolte Justerini's Muscadet. Is this too old now or a pleasant ... A: Pleasant surprises do happen but I'd be astonished if one awaited you here. Muscadet is a light, ... | |
| wine | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I have two bottles of wine which I am curious about. 1.200ml.bottle of "Petite Liquorelle Petillante ... A: Petite Liquorelle was an attempt by Moet to market a new style of drink in the cocktail market ... | |
| Does my cognac have any value? | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I found a J.R. Brillet Reserve Limitee Cognac Grande Champagne -- Its a numbered bottle 36/36 -- i ... A: Well done for dating this with the producer. It appears to be in excellent condition, judging by ... | |
| Wine Value | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I have been given a bottle of Beverly Crest International 1969 cabernet savignon, bin 146, by rhine ... A: This is now very rare so might have a significant value to collectors although it is now too old to ... | |
| 1945 bollinger extra quality brut | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a sealed bottle of 1945 Bollinger extra quality frnch champagne. The bottle and lables are in ... A: This is a famous vintage but one that is now very difficult to value as so much depends on the color ... | |
| 1968 barolo | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: David - my husband gifted me with a case of 1968 Barolo, but unfortunately, I don't think it's fit ... A: I'm sorry to hear this sorry tale. I'm inclined to agree with you all as Barolo is typically dark ... | |
| Chianti 1958 | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of wine by my aunt who has had it stored well for over 20 years. This is what ... A: There's good description of Chianti at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chianti so I think that will ... | |
| Vintage Port | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I hope that you may be able to help me, I have some vintage port which I may be interested in ... A: Your Novals aren't Vintage Port in the strict sense because they were bottled a year later than they ... | |
| valuation of port | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could help me... I have one bottle of KWV 1986 Limited Release Certified ... A: I don't think any UK collector of Port would be interested in your South African fortified wine - ... | |
| the royal wedding port | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: hey David i also own a royal wedding port in the blue velvet case i was looking at selling and i ... A: I assume you have a Wolf Blass Australian 'Port' - not a real Port, which only comes from Portugal? ... | |
| Chateaux Maillard Bordeau 1962 | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: Is this wine drinkable, or should we toss it? It has sentimental value to our family, but as ... A: There two Bordeaux wines of this name and I'd need to know the full text from the label before going ... | |
| Royal Oporto | 4/23/2010 |
| Q: Can you please advise value of port and whether still good to drink. Label: Royal Oporto - 750 Vinho ... A: This is a 'Colheita' or Tawny Port from a single vintage (1944) that was aged in wood before ... | |
| italian world cup wine | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: 25 ltrs small bottles of red rose and white wine in the shape of the world cup one at 12% and the ... A: I'm afraid commemorative bottles have little resale value - especially in small sizes - as they are ... | |
| Cecchi Chianti | 4/20/2010 |
| Q: I have two bottles of Cecchi Chianti DOCG in the raffia basket bottles from 2000 and wonder whether ... A: This is old for a Chianti, which is usually at its best within a couple of years of bottling - and ... | |
| Taittinger comtes de champagne brut 1959 | 4/19/2010 |
| Q: Can you tell me what a bottle of Taittinger comtes de champagne brut 1959 is worth? I found it when ... A: This magnificent Champagne is one of my favourites and 1959 was a magnificent vintage but I'm afraid ... | |
| Domaine Chandon | 4/18/2010 |
| Q: "I have a few bottles of a Chandon Commemorative Cuvee by Domaine Chandon,Ca. that were blended and ... A: I'd try one fairly soon as these are now old for a Napa sparkler (NOT a Champagne, of course, as ... | |
| Chau Yon Figeac, vintage 1955, value ? | 4/17/2010 |
| Q: Ling, While in San Francisco in 1967, I purchased a bottle of red bordeaux wine from National Wine ... A: Yon Figeac is one of the largest properties in St-Emilion and has a good reputation for its wines ... | |
| Madeira and port valuations | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles to sell and not sure how to go about it as I am not sure what they are worth. The ... A: I think both of these would attract bidding at a specialist wine auction, assuming they are in good ... | |
| camus napoleon lagrande marque | 4/15/2010 |
| Q: could you please put a value on this cognac it is a Camus napoleon LaGrande Marque No177652 it has ... A: I'm afraid it would be impossible - and probably unlawful - to sell an opened bottle, because air ... | |
| 1993 Bordeaux - World Cup USA 94 | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine and was wondering if it is rare and of any value as I would like to sell it. ... A: Commemorative bottles are pretty commonplace as many event organisers commission them as an ... | |
| vintage liquor | 4/14/2010 |
| Q: i am from Malaysia and i am keen to sell the following cognacs if i get a good value for them. 1) ... A: I don't have any information about values in Malaysia but the Hennessy Paradis, in particular, is a ... | |
| Valuation | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I have inherited a bottle of 1959 Piper Heidsieck champagne, with the name Kunkelmann & Co. The seal ... A: Piper Heidsieck is an interesting and old-established house, now part of Remy Cointreau, that ... | |
| Vintage Martell Cordon Bleu | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: We have an unopened bottle of vintage Martell Cordon Bleu. I have attached a picture for your ... A: This is a lovely Cognac so I'm sure you'll enjoy it. It is currently available in Singapore for ... | |
| Chateau Pontet Canet 1988 | 4/13/2010 |
| Q: I've been looking to buy a case of this wine as a gift for a friend who expressed that was his ... A: I share your friend's liking for Pontet-Canet as this 5th growth has been performing more like a 2nd ... | |
| Old wine | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have three bottles of wine I'm trying to see if they are worth anything. They are 1974 ... A: Mouton Cadet is a commercial Bordeaux blend produced by the large negotiant, or merchant, Baron ... | |
| port wine-valuation and selling | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have 11 cases of Cockburn's Special Reserve porto circa 1980 (no vintage on bottles), most cases ... A: These are both premium Rubies - sometimes known by the misnomer 'Vintage Character' - and as such ... | |
| Wine Bottle | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I picked up an old ceramic wine bottle at a garage sale for 1 dollar. It has a paper label its ... A: I'm sorry but this is a new one on me so I suggest you contact a bottle-collectors' site such as ... | |
| cureus | 4/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of don decanter filled with partners port commemorating the ROYAL SILVER JUBILEE ... A: 'Partners' was Sandeman's premium Ruby Port for many years, until replaced by their 'Founders' ... | |
| Graf Istvan' Red Wine | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I would just like to ask if you could give me some idea to where i can buy this wine. Are there any ... A: Graft Istvan is a brand of sweetish table wine made exclusively for the Pieroth party-plan ... | |
| 1961 Barton & Guestier Chablis | 4/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a sealed bottle of 1961 B & G Chablis that I inherited from my mother. On the neck of the ... A: I'm sorry but even the best Chablis from the top growers are intended for drinking within 5 - 10 ... | |
| Dalva porto (da Silva) 1969 Reserve | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I purchased the above bottle of port whilst on holiday in Portugal about 15 years ago. I would be ... A: Dalva specialise in aged tawnies from a single vintage - known as 'Colheitas' - so I'd be confident ... | |
| Wine Value | 4/10/2010 |
| Q: I have been asked to research the value of a bottle of wine my family owns. It is Ste. Michelle ... A: The oldest vintage of this that's still available is the 1983, which several merchants list in the ... | |
| too old?? | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm in New England & have 6 bottles of 1993 Clos Saint-Vincent, Saint-Emilion, Grand Cru Am I ... A: The '95s should be fine as this was a good vintage in St-E, although Clos Castelot is the second ... | |
| too old?? | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I'm in New England & have 6 bottles of 1993 Clos Saint-Vincent, Saint-Emilion, Grand Cru Am I ... A: I don't think these will improve as '93 wasn't a great vintage so I'd drink these soon - hoping, as ... | |
| value?? | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1972 Appellation Bordeaux Superieur Controlee. Is it worth anything? A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for any wine of this class, which is only one step up from ... | |
| cold duck magnum | 4/9/2010 |
| Q: .. I was wondering if you could offer a price on a magnum of 1974 cold duck I found under my ... A: Your old Cold Duck might be of some historic interest, although there is no possibility that it ... | |
| WINE VALUATION | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: Good evening. I have a bottle of Marques DE Riscal , ELCIEGO (Alava) 1968. can you advise how much ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old for what it is so I don't think you'd find it easy to sell a single ... | |
| 3 bottles | 4/8/2010 |
| Q: Wisconsin USA values of: 1) Trapiche Malbec 2007 Mendoza Argentina 2)Glorioso Rioja 2004 Bodegas ... A: The Trapiche might be difficult to sell as Argentine wines don't command much collector interest so ... | |
| Louise Brison 2004 Vintage Champagen | 4/6/2010 |
| Q: I have the opportunity to purchase, minimum order 48 bottles, of Louise Brison 2004 vintage ... A: HYi Burt, This is difficult because I only know of Louise Brison as a merchant, not a Champagne ... | |
| vintage cognac | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have an original sealed bottle "Josephine" cognac dated 1807 with almost 3/4 of the label intact. ... A: Josephine is a good blended Cognac from Camus but the date refers to some point in history and not ... | |
| What is the value of my bottle of 1992 Dom Perignon and where can I sell it? | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: A couple years ago I received this bottle of champagne as a gift for my wedding. It is a 1992 Cuvee ... A: This is one of the stars of the very good 1992 vintage and I think you'll find Wine Commune ... | |
| world cup wine 1990 | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a world cup shaped bottle of wine from 1990. The label on the bottle reads "BARBERA D'ASTI", ... A: Barbera d'Asti is a fairly light Italian table wine intended for drinking within about 3 - 4 years ... | |
| champagne | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a magnum of 1982 Moet & Chandon Brut Imperial. What is it worth? A: Old Champagne is always difficult to value as so much depends on bottle condition in terms of ... | |
| 1979 Brut Imperial Moet & Chandon 1 star | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: Wife and I were given this bottle for our honeymoon in September 1979. We decided that instead of ... A: 1979 was a good vintage so there's some chance that this would still be drinkable - and indeed ... | |
| gauthier champayne | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: I have read what you said about the other pre wqr chqmpayne we have found one with label in good ... A: You won't be surprised to hear that I can't see significant value in this as I don't think many wine ... | |
| Very Rare Cognac | 3/31/2010 |
| Q: The label reads: 4/5 quart Produce of France 80 proof This is bottle No 007082 of the Rare ... A: I'm afraid old Cognacs are difficult to value as bottlings and collector interest are so variable ... | |
| 3 bottles | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: my dad has : 1) a bottle of Melini Chianti Classico from 1986 and if it helps you , the label ... A: I'm sorry but these are all much too old to have retained any value after so long. Chiantis are at ... | |
| Value and drinkability | 3/30/2010 |
| Q: I have a Sandeman Partners Port in a Don Decanter (and Box) commemorating Queen Elizabeth II Silver ... A: Sandeman is one of the oldest Port houses but I'm afraid 'Partners' is only a good commercial Ruby, ... | |
| champagne value | 3/29/2010 |
| Q: please can you tell me how much an original bottle of 1953 coronation Guvée moet & chandon is worth. ... A: These are all from good vintages but are now VERY old for Champagne so I think you should only open ... | |
| Value of G.H. Mumm & Co. Champagne | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My grandfather left a bottle of G.H. Mumm & Co. champagne to me and said it was worth quite a bit. ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell this lawfully as I don't think any merchant ... | |
| very old port | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of C. Da Silva Port in EXCELLENT condition. It's a 1 pt 9 oz bottle and ... A: This would certainly be safe to drink but I think what you have is an aged tawny from the 1905 ... | |
| 1979 Chateau Gloria St. Julien | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: for my 25th birthday my sister gave me a bottle of 1979 Chateau Gloria St.Julien Bordeaux red wine. ... A: It's a shame that you didn't drink this to celebrate your 25th as it will have been mature around ... | |
| chammpagne | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: bollinger grande annee 1983,1985, taittinger artist collection 1985 ,1986, pol roger winston ... A: These are all very nice and I think you could work on the basis of £75 as the auction value of all ... | |
| Port | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: Bottle no is 09276 and is No 1 of the grand prix series sorry if i repeat i am new to this A: Peter Liebich are a reputable producer of 'Ports' - although these are made from Shiraz grapes and ... | |
| chammpagne | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: bollinger grande annee 1983,1985, taittinger artist collection 1985 ,1986, pol roger winston ... A: Depending on the condition of these bottles in terms of colour, level, label and capsule, I think we ... | |
| 1935 Grahams Port | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1935 Grahams Port that I am considering selling. Please could you give me a ... A: This is one of the stars from a very fine and famous vintage so, assuming the level and capsule are ... | |
| Value of Larsen Cognac Viking Ship | 3/27/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened Larsen Cognac Viking Ship that's 24K gold plated porcelain that I got from my ... A: Larsen currently produce five versions of the Viking decanter, which they introduced as collectors' ... | |
| Port | 3/26/2010 |
| Q: I have recently come across a bottle of port from the first grand prix held in Australia in Adelaide ... A: This should be a very welcome present as fortified wines have a long life and Peter Liebich are a ... | |
| old wines | 3/25/2010 |
| Q: my name is antonio and i leave in sout of italy, recentely i fixed my father callar.. and on the ... A: Gombaude-Guillot is a small property with a reputation for big wines so this would probably have ... | |
| value and drinkablity of my wine | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of what was a very nice rust coloured wine back in 1983 when I purchased a half ... A: I'm afraid it is very unlikely that these will still offer the pleasure you remember from 1983 as ... | |
| valuation | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I have 3 bottles of Dom Perignon, Moet Chandon epesnay France. One vintage 1966, 1970 and 1973 and ... A: I think you should ask Wine Commune (http://www.wine-searcher.com/) to appraise these professionally ... | |
| Torres 1949 Gran Coronas Red Dry Wine | 3/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1949 Torres Gran Coronas Red Dr. Wine Reserv A wine. It says it was produced & ... A: I'm sorry but it's difficult to see any value in this as I'd be surprised - pleasantly (!) - if you ... | |
| Is this bottle worth anything? Chateau Nenin 1966 | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: when they moved from Wisconsin to CA. I can't seem to find enough information to know whether this ... A: I'm afraid I can't see $350 in a bottle of '66 Nenin now but I do think your bottle deserves ... | |
| Ampolla Domaine Rothschild | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine of 1968 labelled Chateau Mouton Baron Philippe Domaine Rothschild. I ... A: I'm afraid '68 was an appalling vintage that started with a cold spring and didn't improve much so ... | |
| LaTour du Haut-Moulin | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I have recently been given teh following wine by my parents. I would be intereested to know if ... A: This is a very reputable Cru Bourgeois and one that is often very good value but your bottle comes ... | |
| Old Madeira Wine | 3/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a wicker covered squat shaped bottle of Old Madeira Wine. it is Malmsey Solera 1920 sweet. H ... A: I don't think Borges still have soleras so I can't suggest a replacement cost - but that might make ... | |
| a 5 Litre bottle of Italian wine | 3/17/2010 |
| Q: On vacation in coastal South Carolina, I came across a 5L bottle of Col-Di-Sasso Sangiovese-Cabernet ... A: One can never be absolutely certain about wines in large formats because they age much better than ... | |
| a 5 Litre bottle of Italian wine | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: On vacation in coastal South Carolina, I came across a 5L bottle of Col-Di-Sasso Sangiovese-Cabernet ... A: This isn't one of Banfi's top wines, see: http://www.castellobanfi.com/wines/index.php?wine=19 and ... | |
| Please tell me what I have | 3/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1/2 Gallon bottle of Marchio Nazionale that says Chianti red table wine, bottled by Mario ... A: This could have been a good buy as a decorative item as this style of bottle isn't commonplace but I ... | |
| Port valuation | 3/15/2010 |
| Q: I wonder if you could please give me a valuation for my Dad. He has a bottle of Graham Vintage 1960 ... A: This is probably the best of a fine vintage that's now fully mature and it might cost in the order ... | |
| How much worth it and should i keep it? | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: You can see pictures here: http://img709.imageshack.us/gal.php?g=87598531.jpg I will appreciate ... A: I can only find this listed in the UK, at 95GBP plus taxes, but I'm not sure the merchant is ... | |
| 1945 port | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a A.A. Ferreira, Succrs. OPORTO Vintage 1945 Produce of Portugal for $500 USD. ... A: I think this was a good price if the bottle is pristine in terms of level, capsule, etc, as ... | |
| 2000 Chateau Mouton Rothchild | 3/13/2010 |
| Q: How much longer should I hold before drinking this great Red wine. A: I hope you are a young and patient man as I don't think you should even start thinking about ... | |
| wine valuation | 3/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a lovely wooden box with a 3L bottle of Marques de Caceres Vendimia Seleccionada 2004 Rioja ... A: If you are planning a dinner party where the equivalent of four bottles of Rioja are likely to be ... | |
| VSOP value | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: Greetings David, Belongs to my grandfather born 1900, he mention got after WW2. Kindly provide me ... A: I think your best way to sell this would be to contact Wine Exchange Asia ... | |
| age of this Kopke Port wine bottle | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I am a wine label collector and the other day I was given a couple of Kopke Port bottles as shown in ... A: Ruby Ports are always blends from several years so there's no way to date them; sorry! However, ... | |
| age of this Kopke Port wine bottle | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I am a wine label collector and the other day I was given a couple of Kopke Port bottles as shown in ... A: This looks a useful addition to your collection as the label seems in such good condition. Kopke ... | |
| 1959 melini | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired 7 bottles of 1959 melini gold cap Chianti. I don't know too much about wine and ... A: I'm sorry but Chiantis are at their best within five years of bottling so there is no chance that ... | |
| 2000 Adventus Merlot y syrah | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: My husband bought this wine in Spain. Can you tell me how much it is worth? It is enclosed in a ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think this is exported so I can't suggest a replacement value in the US. ... | |
| Port | 3/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Forrester 1970 Offley Boa Vista Vintage Port. Does it have a value? A: This would certainly attract bids at a specialist wine auction as the '70s are all in demand because ... | |
| Bottle | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: Have seen others asking about oddly shapped bottles and I was wondering if someone could help me ... A: This looks a step up from the usual mass-produced tourist souvenir that others have asked about so I ... | |
| Pieroth Wines | 3/7/2010 |
| Q: I have been purchasing wines from Pieroth for quite a few years and love the velvety slightly sweet ... A: This isn't a top Vin de Pays and I share you view that it is highly-priced for what it is - as it ... | |
| wine | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I found an old bottle of wine in my father in laws basement, and wonder if it is still good to drink ... A: I'm sorry but Bardolino is a fairly light table wine that's at its best soon after bottling so there ... | |
| how can wine make an "effort"? | 3/6/2010 |
| Q: I have noticed some wine experts - including Robert Parker - occasionally use the word "effortless" ... A: Winespeak can be a minefield but I think RP was predicting that a particular wine was likely to ... | |
| wine price and comments | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: to auction at our hospital fundraiser, a 1964 chateau mouton rothschild 750ml. What would be a fair ... A: This is a curiosity as '64 was a good vintage generally but Mouton contrived to mis-manage their ... | |
| 1985 Rothschild and 1988 Baroness | 3/4/2010 |
| Q: I received these two bottles of wine a few years ago and wanted to sell them. I have tried to look ... A: I think these should be appraised and valued professionally by Wine Commune ... | |
| Marmot Imperial Reims Champagne | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Marmot Imperial Reims Champagne from 1959. Do you know where I can find any ... A: I don't think you should expect too much from this after so long - although it was a famous vintage ... | |
| 1989 Mouton Cadet Bourdeax 3L | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I live in the U.S. and I have a double magnum (3L) bottle of the mentioned wine and am wondering two ... A: Mouton Cadet is a blended table wine made by the owners of the great First Growth Ch ... | |
| Churchill 2003 Vintage Port | 3/2/2010 |
| Q: I live in Florida USA. I have several bottles of the above. I would like to know how much they are ... A: This is a but tricky to value as the 2003 Vintage Ports are still very young and only just coming ... | |
| Camus cognac celebration | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: my grandad has a bottle of camus cognac celebartion La grande marque, it's a 40fl oz bottle 70% ... A: It's impossible to date Cognacs without access to the makers' confidential codes I'm afraid. (The ... | |
| Value of 1995 Sauternes Baron Philippe | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: someone left a bottle of Baron Philippe De Rothschild Sauternes 1995 at a Xmas party. I know ... A: I was trying to be polite! 'wouldn't be easy to sell' = this has no value as you couldn't sell it ... | |
| Value of 1995 Sauternes Baron Philippe | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: someone left a bottle of Baron Philippe De Rothschild Sauternes 1995 at a Xmas party. I know ... A: There's good general description of Sauternes at http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sauternes_%28wine%29 ... | |
| bottle | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: . you truly greg A: This sounds interesting so I'm sure it must have a value. To somebody! However, I don't think many ... | |
| 1959 Piat Pere & Fils Clos Vougeot | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: I am attempting to determine the value of this bottle for a charity auction in Florida. The fill is ... A: A top Clos Vougeot from this excellent vintage would probably be worth in the order of $350. ... | |
| value of Sercial Madeira | 2/28/2010 |
| Q: Could you tell me the value of a bottle of Madeira I have (U.K.) There is a neck label saying:- SELO ... A: This is currently available in the UK at £145 per, plus duty and VAT, and might fetch around that ... | |
| Moet & Chandon 1971 Brut Imperial Champagne | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: I live in Melbourne, Australia. A relative recently passed away %26 I have been given a bottle of ... A: I think you would be expecting a bit much to hope that a Champagne of this age will still be very ... | |
| Tyrrells Valuation | 2/27/2010 |
| Q: i recently purchased two bottles of Tyrrells 1984 Pinot Noir and a bottle of 1980 Pinot Noir. i was ... A: I'm sorry but these Pinot Noirs were intended for drinking years ago, even if they have always been ... | |
| Saint-Emilion | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I have read in other places that '93 was a bad year, could you shed any light on this? Thank you ... A: I wouldn't call '93 a bad year in Bordeaux but it was definately an inconsistent one with many ... | |
| Wine and Other Glasses | 2/26/2010 |
| Q: I have many wine glasses, but as they are all bought in second hand markets, they are old fashioned. ... A: The choice of wine glasses is very much a personal matter. How do you define 'very pretty' for ... | |
| enquirying about a bottle of port | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: I was hoping you could give me some answers on this bottle of port i have. Here is a description of ... A: This is very similar to a question about Rocha's Ruby that I answered a few years ago so please ... | |
| help with price | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: 1895 marques de riscal shield with lion at top of label,two stamps either side and emblem below. ... A: I'm afraid it is very unlikely that this dates from 1895 but I can't be certain without seeing a ... | |
| FW: 1976 Fontana Condida Frascati Superior Monteporzio Catone | 2/25/2010 |
| Q: David - Thanks for your help again. This is another bottle I acquired as part of a large cellar. ... A: Sorry but Frascati is a light table wine intended for drinking within a few years of the vintage so ... | |
| Value of wine for school auction | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: David: I've been searching for the U.S. value of some wines purchased and properly stored as '89 ... A: Most of these are on offer at a range of prices so I suggest you 'list' midway between these but set ... | |
| CARRUADES DE CHATEAU LAFITE-ROTHSCHILD (1 pint) 1966 | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: Ling, I live in Los Angeles and am writing to inquire about your estimation for the (i) valuation ... A: This is available in your country for $120 but I doubt if you would be able to get that much on ... | |
| Chateau Lafite-Rothschild 1964 (Mis En Bouteilles Au Chateau) 1.5 Liter | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: Ling, I live in Los Angeles and am writing to inquire about your estimation for the (i) valuation ... A: I have just answered you on the basis that you have a botlle of this, I.E. a 750ml, but magnums age ... | |
| Everyday or Special Occasion | 2/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Suaternes. Just wondering if I should save it for a special occaasion or not. ... A: I'm sorry but this isn't Sauternes, which only comes from the Sauternes district of Bordeaux, but ... | |
| wine residue | 2/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Shiraz 2001,which I kept it in a dark and cool condition. But a few days before, ... A: Deposits on the inside or at the bottom of mature wines - as this will be - is a good sign as it ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: David, My grandfather who was a wine enthusiast gave me the following wines. I know very little ... A: Your granddad was a wealthy enthusiast to have had these and I hope he kept them properly, lying ... | |
| wish to know | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: casa vinicola boccacio 16oz red wine Back label "banfi products permit N 2-1-305 I am sorry ... A: This is a bit of an oddity as I only know this producers as a supplier of fancy wine bottles as ... | |
| Moet & Chandon/White Star | 2/20/2010 |
| Q: Where is the date on a bottle? so I can figure out what it's worth A: You won't be able to date this as White Star is Moet's Extra Dry non-vintage blend - meaning that it ... | |
| valuation of port wine | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: L bottle of commendador port wine circ.about 1940 sealed writing on the bottle reads commendador ... A: I'm not surprised to hear that you have had difficulty valuing this as Feuerheed's Ports aren't ... | |
| 1966 Chateau de la Maltroye Chassagne Montrachet | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1966 Chateau de la Maltroye Chassagne Montrachet in MAGNUM. Photo is attached. I ... A: I'm afraid any Burgundy of this age will be a gamble although '66 was a good vintage and the magnum ... | |
| Dating Cognac | 2/17/2010 |
| Q: I have a 750 mil bottle of cognac. I'm living in Pa I believe the bottle is at least 60 to 70 years ... A: In this case, you have a regular Cognac from a very reputable house that should still be fine to ... | |
| Louis XIV from Rouyer Guillet & Cie | 2/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Louis XIV from Rouyer Guillet & Cie from my Mother-in-law's estate. I believe ... A: I don't think this Cognac is available in BC so I have no retail price to guide me on value. You ... | |
| Taylors 55 | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: I have 6 bottles of Taylors 1955 port. Two have a foil seal still on and 3 have the wax seal marked ... A: You have some much sought-after and potentially valuable Port that deserves professional appraisal ... | |
| Wine Value | 2/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine I want to find out the value. It is Loitens Aquavit 100% neutral spirits ... A: Aquavits sell in the US for around the $25/35 mark so that's probably a reasonable figure for a ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of this champagne dated 1947 and extra dry. Could you advise on value, etc A: Champagnes of this age are very difficult to value as so much depends on the condition in terms of ... | |
| 1964 Taylor's Vintage Port | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have just been given two bottles of Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas 1964 Port. Bottled in 1966. My ... A: I'm afraid '64 was a poor vintage that wasn't declared and only a few shippers bothered much with it ... | |
| 1959 Chateau Lafite Rothschild | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: The storage and caring of it may not be perfect how can you tell if it is still good, and how can he ... A: This is a very famous and potentially very valuable wine so I think it deserves professional ... | |
| Stolichnaya Cristall | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a sealed black cylinder of the above vodka. It has the barcode of 8602400299. Also the ... A: YUP, just so! (And only those merchants who are licensed by the State Liquor Control Board, or ... | |
| french medoc | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: on the label it states in bracket (33) is that the year of production...and do you think this is ... A: The 33 isn't a date but the code for the Gironde department, one of six in the Aquitaine region of ... | |
| Stolichnaya Cristall | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a sealed black cylinder of the above vodka. It has the barcode of 8602400299. Also the ... A: By 'pre-owned' I meant that you are hoping to sell this bottle as its current owner and not as ... | |
| 1965 Alanden Blanc de Blancs | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1965 Cuvee Almaden California Blanc de Blancs Champagne - Is this any good to ... A: This is now very old indeed for a Californian sparkling wine (NOT Champagne, whatever the label may ... | |
| Stolichnaya Cristall | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a sealed black cylinder of the above vodka. It has the barcode of 8602400299. Also the ... A: I don't think there's much demand for pre-owned commercial* vodkas so this may not be easy for you ... | |
| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1966 red Bordeaux wine | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I have recently recieved many wine bottles still corked like the one described in my subject line. ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your damaged collection but I admire your honesty in admitting the ... | |
| Rare martini rossi | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: L'm looking for your expertise to let me know about the value of of my rare bottle bouth last month. ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell such a large and old bottle of commercial ... | |
| 1975 Unopened bottle of Moody Blue Wine | 2/7/2010 |
| Q: I recently acquired an unopened bottle of 1975 Moody Blue Sparkling wine from a friend who knows I ... A: I cannot imagine that any wine enthusiast would pay money for any sparkling wine as old as this so ... | |
| Found Wine at my Fathers | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of wine I have found at my fathers house who recently passed away. The bottle looks ... A: Jean Montbray is a negotiant, or merchant, operating throughout the Loire region of France from a ... | |
| Camus Cognac | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Would you please value the following for me please - 70cl bottle Camus Napoleon Cognac, La Grande ... A: Cognac valuation is really a professional matter as collectabilty varies so much. I suggest you ask ... | |
| champagne valuation | 2/4/2010 |
| Q: Could you give me some idea as to the value of a bottle of champagne.The information off the bottle ... A: It's very difficult to value a single bottle of Champagne of this age, but from a famous vintage, as ... | |
| 30 yr old dry red cesari | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have this bottle of 1977 Cesari Amarone. The wedding gift lasted much longer than the marriage and ... A: I suspect the wine may not have lasted much longer than your marriage (sorry about that!) so I'd ... | |
| Renaudin Bollinger Vintage Champagne. 1949 | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have an un opened bottle of Renaudin Bollinger Vintage Champagne. 1949 and was wondering if it was ... A: I certainly wouldn't keep any Champagne of this age, even one from such a good vintage. 1: A ... | |
| Taittinger 1941 Champagne | 2/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of this that was given to my uncle during the war. It is not drinkable as the cork ... A: I think this is an astonishing offer for a bottle as you describe it so I'd accept it before they ... | |
| Approx. Value of various wines | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: My boss as asked me to find out if any of the following wines are of any value: Chateau Margaux ... A: A collection including such potentially valuable wines as the Chx Margaux, Mouton and Haut Brion ... | |
| Maderia (old trinity house bual) | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Old Trinity House Bual. I was given this in 1969. I have no idea when it was ... A: Madeira is very long-lived so this should be fine. It's good commercial blend in the rich/sweet end ... | |
| Fleur du cap 1989 | 1/31/2010 |
| Q: bottles in great nik A: I'll need to know more about this before trying to answer fully as Fleur du Cap is a popular ... | |
| Prince of Denmark Port | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: I have been searching for Prince of Denmark Port. It was a favorite xmas drink for the adult members ... A: Sorry but I've never heard of this and suspect that it was a sweetened red wine made to resemble ... | |
| Camus Celebration Cognac | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I too, have a bottle of this I found buried under all kinds of liquor bottles in an old house. I ... A: Small-format bottles like your 200ml don't attract collectors so this would be difficult to sell and ... | |
| Are my wines worth selling or keeping? | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: trying to value about 15 bottles that I have been given/not used over many years, but main websites ... A: More note=form comments: Marlborough Wither Hills Sauvignon Blanc NZ 2001; - getting old but might ... | |
| Vinho Do Porto | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: Just curious regarding a bottle of port we drank at the weekend. It was believed to have been ... A: I'm glad you enjoyed your Port! This came from a curious company named Royal Oporto who had a ... | |
| re Barros port | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I have just realised that I did not tell you where I live when I asked you about my bottle of port. ... A: I don't know any fine wine auctioneers in Dundee but Bid for Wine and J Straker Chadwick's both ... | |
| Barros Port | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: I was gifted a bottle of Barros Colheita 1947 port by my late mother, some 20 years ago. All though ... A: Colheitas are Tawny Ports from a single vintage (1947) that have been aged in wood for a minimum of ... | |
| Are my wines worth selling or keeping? | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: trying to value about 15 bottles that I have been given/not used over many years, but main websites ... A: initial thoughts in note form below: Baron Philippe De Rothschild Blanc 1990; - very old for what ... | |
| Are my wines worth selling or keeping? | 1/29/2010 |
| Q: trying to value about 15 bottles that I have been given/not used over many years, but main websites ... A: The most likely reason for 'not recogniseds' is that you may be searching in too much detail as many ... | |
| Champagne | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I have two bottles of champagne and I was wondering what their valves are. 1. Moet & Chandon Dry ... A: I can't be specific about Champagnes as old as your Moet, and you didn't say what vintage the Irroy ... | |
| A little knowledge! | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: I was recently given a bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Brut 1973 gold label bicentenaire. I have ... A: It's very difficult to be specific about Champagnes of this age, especially as it was only an ... | |
| vintage port | 1/28/2010 |
| Q: Could you tell me if this bottle of port is worth keeping, it came from south africa when england ... A: This is difficult to answer because South African so-called ports aren't sought after in the UK ... | |
| If you can help me! | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: hey! i'm from venezuela and i don't speak english very well but it is my question. I have a bottle ... A: Let me start by saying I know nothing about selling old wines in Venezuela and by inviting anyone ... | |
| price of a bottle | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: We live in Mexico City. My mom just found two old bottles of wine in her cellar and she wanted to ... A: In that case, I suggest you contact Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) and ask if they would ... | |
| 1928 Chateau Pichon Longueville Lalande | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1928 Chateau Pichon Longueville Lalande which I found in my mother's pantry ... A: I'm afraid your photo upload didn't work but it's dreadful shame that your mum kept this bottle in ... | |
| price of a bottle | 1/26/2010 |
| Q: We live in Mexico City. My mom just found two old bottles of wine in her cellar and she wanted to ... A: Let me start by saying I know nothing about selling old wines in Mexico and by inviting anyone ... | |
| port collection | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: porto messias 1968 port and dows 1983 vintage port , dows 1987 vintage port , sainsburys 1985 ... A: The Taylor 2000 is probably the star here, with an auction value in the £45/55 range, with the Dow ... | |
| fine old malmsey | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of CASA dos VINHO da MADEIRA, LDA. Shippers of the finest Madeira WINE. Produce of ... A: Madeira is unique among wines in that the production process includes a period of cooking in an ... | |
| CHATEAU HAUT-BRION 1966 | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: Ling, I have a bottle of wine and would like to know its value. It was given to me as a gift in 1991 ... A: Sorry, my first answer must have got lost in hyper-space! Anyway, this is a valuable wine from a ... | |
| Wine Value | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: My Father-in-Law gave us three bottles of wine, which expect for one has limited information due to ... A: I'm afraid the Wyndham is a basic Australian blend indented for drinking on release so is now FAR ... | |
| bottleof port | 1/24/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of port dows 1977 produced in the 25 years of the queen is it worth anything A: Indeed it is. You would need to pay around £75 to replace this, inclusive of taxes, so it might ... | |
| value of 1969 Siglo | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1969 Siglo Rose Wine. It has a burlap covering over the bottle. The label say ... A: I'm afraid rosés are not intended for long keeping so I doubt if you'll find it very enjoyable to ... | |
| 1959 Wine | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of: Harvy's Selection- By Appointment to Her Majestry Queen Elizabeth II - Chateau ... A: I'm afraid these are both too old to be easy to sell lawfully in the US so I can't see any value ... | |
| 1966 Chateau-Lascombes Margaux | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I've been given a bottle of 1966 Chateau-Lascombes Margaux and am curious to know about the value ... A: This was one of the best Lascombes produced in the Lichine era, before it declined under Bass ... | |
| Dom Perignon Rose 1998 | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a case of Dom Perignon Rose vintage 1998, I'm no lover of Rose and would like to ask who may ... A: This is a very valuable wine, although I share your opinion of rosés in general, I think you could ... | |
| Port Valuation | 1/23/2010 |
| Q: I have a case of Taylors Quinta de Vargellas 1974 Vintage Port. The label reads 'Bottled in Oporto ... A: This is fully mature so should be drunk fairly soon; it will not appreciate in value so there's no ... | |
| sekt-trocken german sparkling wine | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I noticed that you said that the German sparkling wine would not be good after several years. We ... A: I'm afraid there's nothing in your additional information that indicates to me that these could be ... | |
| sekt-trocken german sparkling wine | 1/20/2010 |
| Q: I noticed that you said that the German sparkling wine would not be good after several years. We ... A: I'm a bit worried that a pre-'93 non-vintage (I assume?) Sekt might serve you well on your ... | |
| G. Briand Cognac 1904 | 1/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 1/2 bottle 1904 Cognac (the bottle stands at approx 9 1/2" high), made by G. Briand and Co. ... A: I think you are right to be sceptical about any offer made under these circumstances but the ... | |
| 1979 baron philippe de rothschild mouton cadet | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1979 Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Bordeaux and I was wondering how ... A: I'm sorry but this ia a commercial negotiant/merchant blend from a poor vintage and was not intended ... | |
| Cognac | 1/18/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a book like shaped decanter of Camus Napoleon Cognac near or about 1980. Though the ... A: Camus have a good website at http://www.camus.fr/ so I suggest you start your researches there as ... | |
| Gozalas byass vintage port 1958 | 1/17/2010 |
| Q: I was given 6 bottles of this port by a wealthy collector back in the 1990's. I have enjoyed a ... A: This is difficult to value precisely for two reasons: Firstly, '58 wasn't a great vintage and your ... | |
| wines | 1/16/2010 |
| Q: I have 10 bottles old france wines for sell from 64 till 1982 A: I'll be happy to help you find a sales route and suggest possible values but I'll need to know more ... | |
| value of 4 glass giftbox of Perrier Jouet | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: 1989 Fleur de champagne, Cavee Belle Epoque, Epernay, France. I live in N. Florida an have kept the ... A: This isn't available in FL at the moment but you could replace it in NC for $249.99, plus taxes, ... | |
| port wine | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: what can you tell me re quality and possibly value on my port wine. It is labeled by direct ... A: The point about keeping wine lying down is to keep the cork wet so that it doesn't shrink and allow ... | |
| port wine | 1/15/2010 |
| Q: what can you tell me re quality and possibly value on my port wine. It is labeled by direct ... A: Barros Almeida is one of the leading producers of wood-aged Tawny Ports from a single vintage, a ... | |
| port wine enquiry | 1/14/2010 |
| Q: we have a green bottle of port with no label but with a cork and lead cork cover embossed with G on ... A: I'm afraid I can't identify this bottle from the information you've given. However it is not ... | |
| BRANDY 1979 | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: we have three wooden gift selection boxes of Bolla Wine dating:1985-1986 ... A: According to Google, L'Abbaye De Latroun is near Jerusalem so my guess would be that it was made by ... | |
| Fonseca's Finest 1977 Vintage Port | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: It is with great enthusiasim that 2010, the maturing year of the Fonseca's Finest 1977 Vintage Port, ... A: Glad we agree about Port and Chocolate - Maury is the classic accompaniment for that or I like a ... | |
| BOLLA GIFT SELECTION-wooden box of (4) | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: we have three wooden gift selection boxes of Bolla Wine dating:1985-1986 ... A: I'm afraid all the table wines were made for drinking young so they'd be difficult for you to sell ... | |
| Port | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: I have an unopened bottle of Port: Delaforce Paramount Choice Tawny Port from Delaforce Sons & Ca. ... A: I'm sorry but Tawny Ports don't improve in bottle - but their decline is a matter of years, not ... | |
| Fonseca's Finest 1977 Vintage Port | 1/12/2010 |
| Q: It is with great enthusiasim that 2010, the maturing year of the Fonseca's Finest 1977 Vintage Port, ... A: Another Fonseca fan eh? I'd go for nuts after the meal, but others will say cheese and I can't ... | |
| i need info from an expert | 1/11/2010 |
| Q: i have a bottle of METAXA Brandy, 7 stars from 1915 What is the value? i am from Fort Lauderdale ... A: You could replace this in CA for around $20 but I don't think you'd find it easy to sell your bottle ... | |
| Monetary Value | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: David: Recently, I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour (1926). Does this wine have ... A: Wines of this quality and age deserve professional appraisal and valuation as '26 was a famous ... | |
| Pontet-Latour 1972 | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: Mr Ling, I have a bottle of Pontet-Latour 1972. What do you think of its drinkability and its ... A: I'm sorry but '72 was a very poor vintage so there is virtually no chance of pleasure from this now ... | |
| Information and value of old wines recently found . | 1/10/2010 |
| Q: Could you please tell me if the bottle of wine I recently found, is drinkable, and whether it would ... A: Your Las Cases is a fine Second Growth Bordeaux but from a fairly poor vintage and is now old for ... | |
| St. Emilion | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I was recently given a Chateau Milon 1992 Saint Emilion Grand Cru, the chateau details are ... A: I'm afraid this is from a poor vintage so please don't look a gift horse in the mouth. It would be ... | |
| champagne value | 1/9/2010 |
| Q: I have two bottles of Perrier-Jouet Fleur from 1997. I'm just wondering if they're still good and ... A: I think this is an excellent choice as '97 Champagnes are richer than many and are now nicely mature ... | |
| value | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I was given a bottle of red wine a number of years ago with the undersdtanding that it was worth ... A: This is a Valpolicella but I've never come across one that was worth 100 dollars (US or CA). ... | |
| old bottle of champagne | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: we have inherited an old bottle of chapagne de castellane 10 years ago which it has no date on it ... A: I can't read the capacity information on the label so I'm not certain if this is a half or quarter ... | |
| Champagne | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I wrote to you earlier and I don't think I gave you enough info on what I was asking, I asked about ... A: Comtes de Champagne is Taittinger's prestige cuvée and it always commands a substantial premium over ... | |
| 1979 Taittinger and 1980 Dom Perignon | 1/7/2010 |
| Q: I have 1 bottle of 1979 Taittinger Rose and a bottle of 1980 cuvee Don Perignon, The Taittinger is ... A: These are both rather old now and from poor vintages so I think they should be valued professionally ... | |
| Vintage Moulin Rouge Champagne | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: Back in 1966 my husband received a bottle of Moulin Rouge Champagne. On the label it says, New York ... A: I'm sorry but age does not a valuable wine make (!) You have a 'bulk process' sparkler - a term ... | |
| vintage wine | 1/6/2010 |
| Q: I'm from the Netherlands and i have a vintage bottle of wine. It's a Chateau - Tour Musset 1976, ... A: I don't think you'd find this easy to sell as Montagne-St-E's only fetch a fraction of the price ... | |
| chateau montagne bordeaux red win 1950's | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: i live in belgium an my granddad gave me an old bottle with allot of dust on it and a ripped label ... A: I'm sure you are right to keep this for its emotional value but I'm afraid I can't tell you much ... | |
| Value of 1936 Port | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: We have an intact bottle of 1936 Marmot Grandes Mearcas Fine Duoro Port in very good condition. I ... A: I think any Vintage Port of this age deserves professional appraisal and valuation as your bottle is ... | |
| selling single bottles of wine | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I have a few old single bottles of wine and I would like to know if they are worth selling and how I ... A: I'm not sure that these would fetch very much at auction but it might be worth asking J Straker ... | |
| Cognac Vieux 1858 | 1/4/2010 |
| Q: I'm a cognac collector and located in HKG. Would you please kindly advise the details of Cognac ... A: There are three major wine auction houses in London, but they all set minimum lot sizes and values ... | |
| Royal Oporto 1983 | 1/3/2010 |
| Q: I too have a case of Royal Oporto 1983 Vintage. I am planning to open my first bottle on Wed, Jan. ... A: Royal Oporto was a respected, old-established Port producer in the period before nationalisation in ... | |
| 1944 vinho | 1/2/2010 |
| Q: I was given this bottle several years ago by a friend and it has sit around collecting dust, I would ... A: This is a Tawny Port made from grapes grown in the very good 1944 vintage, only, and bottled after a ... | |
| Charles Heidsieck Reims Champagne, 1926 | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: David, My 99 year old grandfather has an un-opend bottle of: Charles Heidsieck Reims Champagne, ... A: This is now very old indeed for any Champagne, especially one from a rather ordinary vintage, so I ... | |
| Gabbiano Red | 1/1/2010 |
| Q: My husband purchased a 3 liter bottle at a silent auction some years ago and was wondering what it ... A: Gabbiano is a large producer of commercial Chianti but isn't known for 'Super Tuscans' as this seems ... | |
| Clos-de-Vougeot 2001 | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: A friend of ours gave us a 1500ML bottle of wine I have a few questions about. The full label text: ... A: I think this was a generous present as Drouhin-Laroze is a respected producer - but I can't remember ... | |
| old wine | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: could you please advise what it is worth. The label says: Cru Bourgeois, 1997 Chateau Beaumont, ... A: I don't think you'd find it easy to sell a single bottle of this as it wasn't a great vintage - see: ... | |
| 1962 Ruffino Chianti | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: My great aunt and uncle gave me an unopened bottle of Ruffino 1962 Chianti for Christmas. I have 2 ... A: I think it would be a shame to open this as the raffia wrapping is in such good condition - thanks ... | |
| 1973 Dom Perignon | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: About 30 years ago I received a gift of a Moet Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon...from Epernay,Vintage ... A: This is now very old, as you realise - even for a DP - so I don't feel confident answering all your ... | |
| Cognac Vieux 1858 | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: I'm a cognac collector and located in HKG. Would you please kindly advise the details of Cognac ... A: I'm afraid I can't read the small text at the bottom of the label, nor any marking embossed on the ... | |
| Royal Oporto Wine Co | 12/30/2009 |
| Q: In my late father's effects was a bottle with label details "Royal Oporto Wine Co 625878, Vinho do ... A: This is indeed wine, and a quality one at that. 'Colheita de 1940' means that it is a Tawny Port ... | |
| Royal Oporto Vintage 1978 | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: We received this port about 15 years ago as a gift from someone located in Essex, England. We live ... A: I think you'd have to pay around $50/60 to replace this - if you could find any. (Or Approaching ... | |
| wine-value of | 12/28/2009 |
| Q: David: I have an unopened large bottle ( 1 qt-1pt-11 0z) bottle of Chianti-classico-brolio. Is it ... A: This would be safe, or wouldn't harm you, but I'm not sure that you'll find it very enjoyable ... | |
| 1990 Grand Cordon Brut Champage | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: My question is: Is it drinkable, does it have any value? A: I'm having to guess that this is a Mumm Champagne because you haven't told me the maker - and the ... | |
| Vintage port | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Martinez & Gassiot vintage port 1975 ref no. 520855. Could you give me an idea of ... A: '75 Ports are difficult to value as they are rarely seen on merchant's shelves nowadays as it wasn't ... | |
| Wine Valuation | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I've begun going through my parents extensive wine collection and have found some quite old wine. ... A: I'm afraid this is now very old for a Cal Cab so it's difficult to see a significant value in the UK ... | |
| Chateauneuf du Pape Perrins & Fils | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: David Thank you for your email back- the label reads as follows; 1995 Chateauneuf du Pape ... A: This is from one of the best producers but it isn't one of their top wines so it wouldn't be as much ... | |
| bordeaux question | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: I have the following "1982 domaine de la gravette appellation bordeaux controlee, mise en bouteille ... A: I'm sure you know that 1982 was a famous vintage in Bordeaux and that many of the top wines from the ... | |
| Another wine valuation | 12/27/2009 |
| Q: Ling, Please give a valuation of the following wine: Chateau Grand-Pontet 1979 Sant-Emilion, ... A: I'm afraid '79 wasn't a good year in St-E so I think this bottle will be some way into decline after ... | |
| wine value/significance | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have acquired a bottle of Adouard Vigneron bordeaux 1993 for the 50 year anniversary of the ... A: I'm afraid commemorative bottlings seldom attract the interest of wine enthusiasts as they are just ... | |
| Is this still drinkable? | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I still have a wedding gift I rec'd in 1994..it is a gift set with four glasses of Perrier-Jouet ... A: Champagne of this quality from such a good vintage as '88 should be a memorable experience if the ... | |
| Jerez Brandy | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I live in Sussex and my father-in-law has a rather old unopened bottle of Spanish brandy. Its an ... A: I'm sorry but there isn't a great demand for Spanish brandies so it's difficult for me to suggest a ... | |
| okay to drink 1986 Chevalier Lascombes | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Alexis Lichine 1986 Chavalier Lascombes Bordeaux. Appellation Bordeaux Controlee ... A: I think it would be fine to open this if you want but it may not be as exciting as you might hope as ... | |
| valuation | 12/26/2009 |
| Q: I have one unopened case of 1988 Pavie, St Emilion, 1er Grand Cru Classe and I was wondering how ... A: I'd expect J Straker Chadwick's or Bid for Wine, for example, to suggest catalogue valuations around ... | |
| whether champagne is still good | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: I have what I think may be a very old bottle of champagne. My question is, can it go "bad," as in ... A: Wine never become 'unsafe' but very old ones can become unpleasant to drink - which is a very ... | |
| Edition Pieroth Sekt Extra Dry | 12/25/2009 |
| Q: I received this bottle of wine from a client of mine however I know nothing about it as I usually ... A: Sekt is a German sparkling wine with a light flavour and intended to be served chilled as an ... | |
| Vintage Port 1945 | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: We was given a Vintage Port 1945 (Alto Douro)Port wine Growers. S V Borges & Irmao, S.A.R.L-Oporto. ... A: I think this deserves professional appraisal as: a) !945 was a stellar vintage that is much sought ... | |
| 1970 vintage port value and how to sell | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I have 8 bottles of 1970 Vintage Royal Oporto Quinta das Carvalhas Port in their original box and am ... A: I think this would probably be catalogued at around £25/36 at auction as single quinta Ports don't ... | |
| Wine storage | 12/24/2009 |
| Q: I currently store my wine in a wine fridge (made by Climacave) which is in my garage. During the ... A: Those temperature readings are getting a bit worrying as the wine may be approaching the temperature ... | |
| 1969 Barolo | 12/23/2009 |
| Q: I recently inherited a 1969 Barolo. The label specifically reads as Barolo Abbazia Dell'Annunziata ... A: This is getting a bit old, even for such a long-lived wine as Barolo but it should still make a fine ... | |
| Champagne | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: I am from Lincolnshire, England, and I have an unopened bottle of Krug 'Champagne Private Cuvee' ... A: Champagne of this age is extremely difficult to value unseen as so much depends on the bottle ... | |
| Valuation of Port and Sherry | 12/22/2009 |
| Q: My late father was a Lobby Correspondent in the House of Commons and had several interesting bottles ... A: You have chalk and cheese here: the Osborne Sherry is an ordinary commercial Amontillado that has no ... | |
| Vintage Port | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: one from 1983 and one from 1974, we were trying to find out what they may be worth now, if they will ... A: These aren't Vintage Ports but aged Tawnies from a single vintage (1983 and 1974) that were bottled ... | |
| royal oporto vintage 1958 | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: labelis in English other in Portuguese heading ROYAL APORT BOTTOM OF LABEL REAL Cia VELHA, AS I ... A: I don't think you'll find this easy to replace as 1958 wasn't a great vintage so most bottles will ... | |
| port | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: i was given a bottle of port from an elderly relative,but all details on the bottle are in ... A: You don't say what you want to know about this so I can only guess - and hope these notes are ... | |
| whats this worth | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a old bottle of 1962 vintage CHIANTI CETTI in a 1 gallon tall dark green glass container. It ... A: Fancy bottles, like your tall gallon, are sold as tourist souvenirs so the makers usually fill them ... | |
| Port | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Dalvo House Reserve, 1944 Port, Vinho do Porto, C.DA Silva, Oporto. What sort of ... A: This is a tawny made from the 1944 vintage and aged for at least seven years in wood before bottling ... | |
| My dad's wine | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: my 87 y/o father recently passed away. Over the years he was a huge fan of wine. He saved many ... A: 'Old' may or may not mean the same thing as 'valuable' so I think you should start by listing some ... | |
| 1976 Rothschild Medoc | 12/20/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Baron Philippe de Rothschild 1976 Medoc that has been stored well over the years. ... A: I'm afraid your assessment of this is spot-on. This is a merchant blend of wines originating ... | |
| Port | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I bought, in Portugal, a bottle of Dalvo Porto (10 years old-bottled in 1994) and I want to serve it ... A: Dalva is only less than great in relative terms and in relation to their Vintage Ports. They have an ... | |
| is 10 year old wine safe to drink | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: I have just been given 10 bottles of wine ranging from 1998 - 2001. Will they still be safe to ... A: There's no problem here in safety terms but these all need drinking soon as they weren't intended ... | |
| 1961 Chateau Mouton Rothschild | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Me and my father were cleaning out my grandmothers estate and we found this bottle in the cellar. ... A: This deserves to be valued professionally by Wine Commune as a potential entry into their on-line ... | |
| About "Cuvee Cruse" Wine | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: Season's Greetings! I live in India and have a wine bottle with the following label: Cuvee Cruse, ... A: Your bottle is a low-value wine intended for drinking within a year or so of bottling and produced ... | |
| 1970 german wine | 12/18/2009 |
| Q: Let me start by saying you must bare with me because i no nothing about wine.Thank you.I have a 1970 ... A: I'm afraid you would find it very difficult to sell any German wine that's this old so I can't see ... | |
| sherry/cognoc | 12/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of cognac the label says : 45 grands prix, cognac napoleon, "aigle rouge" ... A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see any value in the sherry but the Cognac could be a different matter ... | |
| T.Hine Cognac | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: Please can you tell me the value of this: It's labled 'ANTIQUE' Vieille fine Champagne De T. Hine & ... A: Assuming your bottling looks like this one: http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-1737.aspx that page ... | |
| 1985 | 12/15/2009 |
| Q: 2nd photo I have recently purchased 2 bottles of Warre’s port 1985 from 2 different online ... A: I'm pretty sure these are both genuine, but that the one on the right of this picture was originally ... | |
| wine value | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: I am located in the state of Pennsylvania in the United States. I was wondering the value of two ... A: I'm afraid 1974 wasn't a good vintage in Bordeaux and both these are now very old indeed now. I ... | |
| pieroth graf istvan | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: hi where can i buy this wine a merlot/cabernet savighon A: Pieroth wines are only available from this party-plan company's sales agents who will be happy to ... | |
| Henriot Reims Value | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: Question I have a bottle of 1973 Brut Reserve Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Henriot Reims Champagne ... A: I'm afraid it is difficult to estimate a value for this as it is now VERY old and has long-gone from ... | |
| Which wines can be kept for a few years | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: I have found some wines whilst clearing my parent's house. Are they still drinkable please. Hardys ... A: I'm afraid all of these are commercial wines blended to suit relatively low price points and ... | |
| popped wine corks | 12/13/2009 |
| Q: I've been a wine collector for the last fifteen years and I recently had to build a wine cellar in ... A: Sorry to hear about your problems. I'm afraid I can offer no reassurance about these wines, nor ... | |
| charles heidsieck | 12/12/2009 |
| Q: i have a bottle of charles heidsieck champagne brut 1981 serial no 181. should i sell it on or keep ... A: I think you'll probably find it difficult to sell a single bottle of this in Ireland so I'd drink it ... | |
| Offey Port | 12/11/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Offley Port LBV 1992 Bottled 1996 Traditional Produce of Portugual. I had ... A: I'm glad my first answer was helpful. I'm afraid the Malvedos may be in decline by now as '60 was a ... | |
| champagne | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: My great aunt has given me a bottle of 1959 champagne. Royal Charter Wachter & Co. Maison Fondee en ... A: I'm afraid I don't know of any Champagne house that uses Royal Charter as a brand name, nor of a ... | |
| Martell VSOP Medaillon | 12/10/2009 |
| Q: I'm glad that I found you for my long unsolved problem which i couldn't get any answers from Goolge. ... A: I'm sorry but it's not my lack of specialism in Cognacs that will disappoint you but my total ... | |
| champagne | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: i have 2 bottles of moet and chandon 1993 do they have any value A: I think these might fetch around £25/35 each at auction if they are pristine in terms of colour, ... | |
| Price evaluation - | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a fair few bottles of wine/champagne I'd like to know if you could help evaluate the price - ... A: These are difficult to value accurately as none is still available from UK merchants as far as I can ... | |
| champagne | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I have just inherited a 1934 bottle of Moet and Chandon champagne and a bottle of GRANDE CHAMPAGNE ... A: I'm afraid there is little chance of finding a buyer for a single bottle of any Champagne of this ... | |
| 1943 Cordon Rouge | 12/9/2009 |
| Q: I recently inherited a bottle of 1943 G. H. Mumm and Co. - Reims Cordon Rouge Champagne Brut. The ... A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see any significant value in a single bottle of any Champagne of this ... | |
| Red Wine | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: My Dad is a big fan of red wine, his favourite being Blossom Hill's California Red. I would like to ... A: I wouldn't recommend buying on-line in this instance as many such suppliers only sell by the case ... | |
| value of a bottle of port | 12/7/2009 |
| Q: My father-in-law has a bottle of port he received as a gift and wonders if it would be worth saving, ... A: Krohn is better-known for its aged tawnies than for Vintage or LBVs, which rather limits demand for ... | |
| J&B / Berry Bro own brand wine | 12/5/2009 |
| Q: I am looking to order some wine and champagne for Christmas. The Justerini & Brooks Margaux and ... A: Both of these London merchants are very old-established and enjoy fine reputations so you'll be in ... | |
| Mouton Cadet | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 mouton cadet wine bottles in a wooden case. One is a white Bordeaux 2002, one is a red ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think you could give these to anyone with any confidence that they would enjoy ... | |
| 1966 Pol Roger Extra Cuvee De Reserve | 12/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1966 Pol Roger Extra Cuvee De Reserve and was wondering what it would be worth, ... A: This is very difficult to value as there are no similar bottles currently on offer that would give ... | |
| What to do with old wine???? | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: ..!!! My granny was having a clean out for Xmas etc and came accross 4 old bottles of wine champagne ... A: If you'll pardon the old joke: "if you want to sell wine privately, I wouldn't try to do it in ... | |
| Vintage Port | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I have 2 bottles of DOW 1963 and 1 bottle of Smith Woodhouse %26 Co 1970 and would like to sell ... A: You shouldn't have any difficulty selling these via J Straker Chadwick's or Bid for Wine ... | |
| Offey Port | 12/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Offley Port LBV 1992 Bottled 1996 Traditional Produce of Portugual. I had ... A: I don't think you've anything to worry about as this should be nicely mature now. I can't suggest a ... | |
| 1973 bottle of cuvee dom perignon | 12/2/2009 |
| Q: i bought a bottle of 1973 cuvee dom perignon champagne still in its green box. everything is intact. ... A: I'm sure many collectors of DP would be interested in buying this from you but unfortunately it ... | |
| wine valuation | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: A family member inherited her late fathers bottle of 1995 Beyerskloof Pinotage 5litre 1995 Rugby ... A: I don't think you'd find many wine enthusiasts who wanted to buy this as Pinotage isn't a grape ... | |
| Rust en Vrede Shiraz 1996 | 12/1/2009 |
| Q: I have received a bottle of Rust en Vrede shiraz 1996. It is an estate wine from Stellenbosch, South ... A: I'm sorry you plan to sell this present but I'm afraid it may not be easy to do that with a single ... | |
| Wine value | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: We were given a bottle of wine, the label read's Grand Vin de Leoville. appellation Saint-Julien ... A: This was a very generous gift, assuming that the full name is 'Grand Vin de Leoville du Marquis de ... | |
| 1987 OFFLEY BOA VISTA PORT | 11/30/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a case of 1987 Offley boa vista port years ago just found the last 4 bottles in my wine ... A: I'm not aware of any of this still being available, apart from in Sweden - where it's listed at ... | |
| value | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour 1940. Can you please give me an approximate value A: I never try to be precise when suggesting values of wines this old as so much depends on the ... | |
| sell champagne | 11/29/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of champagne vintage Krug 1985 Reims. Could you please give me a price and where i ... A: I think you could hope for £150/200 for this at auction, less commission, if the bottle is prisine ... | |
| what are they worth | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon 1970, a bottle of Krug 1973 and a bottle of Louis Roderer Cristal ... A: It's good that you're keeping these in a dark place; I hope it's cool too! These could all be very ... | |
| 1937 Shepherds Port | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: I found the posting from a few years ago from Ron v/d Noll regarding a bottle of Shepherds Port vin ... A: I'm sorry but I was never able to find more information about this. Your bottle might be worth ... | |
| 1983 Chianti | 11/27/2009 |
| Q: The bottle I have is 750 ml, and has twine wrapped around the bottom half. It is Mirafiore and ... A: You don't say what you want to know about this so I assume you are interested in the drinkability or ... | |
| Wine valuation | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1928 Chateau Mouton Rothschild produced and bottled by Louis Eschenauer in Bordeaux, ... A: I'm sorry but I'm not prepared to suggest a valuation figure for any wine as old as this as so much ... | |
| Chateau Beaulieu Lalande Pomerol | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: I have recently bought some 'Chateau Beaulieu, Lalande-de-Pomerol', 2007, with the intention of ... A: I wouldn't go so far as to say these will be undrinkable but I think your friend is right to say ... | |
| Champagne Geismann | 11/26/2009 |
| Q: As I saw you already answered a question on Champagne Geismann I thought you may help me. May I ask ... A: I'm sorry but I can't add anything to my previous answer when I noted that Geismann is now part of ... | |
| renseignement sur cognac A. de LUze et Fils | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: Bonjour, je souhaiterai savoir l'année et une estimation sur le prix de vente d'une bouteille de ... A: Bonjour Christian, Please forgive me if I reply to your courteous question in English but I ... | |
| Tawny Port value | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of Merito Tawny Port that has never been open. It was passed down from my ... A: This is an intriguing question that needs an expert in the history of Sherry and/or the Spanish wine ... | |
| Where to get it? | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: My name is Steven. Yesterday I have a customer ask me where can she get this wine name Rotwein ... A: I don't think any Spatburbunders are available from any merchants in Malasia but these may be able ... | |
| 1994 Kopke Colheita Port | 11/24/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Ling, I am a proud owner of a 1994 Kopke Colheita Port. I'm wondering the best way to store my ... A: You don't say if this is from the excellent '94 vintage or if that is the bottling date so I'll ... | |
| Taylor Fladgate 1925 | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a bottle of 1925 Taylor Fladgate Vargellas sealed full with the labeb intact. How can I find ... A: This is very difficult to value from afar as so much depends on the condition - although I ... | |
| Vintage Port | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: I have 12 bottles of Grahams 1977 Vintage Port bottled in 1979 please could you give me a price for ... A: I think J Straker Chadwick's (http://www.strakerchadwick.co.uk/) would probably suggest a catalogue ... | |
| Case of red Bordeaux wine to sell | 11/23/2009 |
| Q: A family member has a case of Villeneuve Chateau Cantemerle - Haut Medoc - 1967 they would like to ... A: Hi Rachel, Cantemerle is a good Fifth Growth that has improved its reputation since the '80s but it ... | |
| Two Bottle Gift Box | 11/22/2009 |
| Q: I Have a wood gift box set of two bottles of wine. The box states that it was imported by Palace ... A: This gift box contains blended commercial wines bottled by a large Bordeaux merchant and intended ... | |
| 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) ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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: ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 - ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 - ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 - ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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/) ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| Approx . value | 8/22/2009 |
| Q: I was given a beautiful velvet presentation case containing 2 bottles of "Wolf Blass" "Royal ... A: Like this: ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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' ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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, ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 - ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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 ... | |
| 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. ... | |
| Rare Cognac | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: Mr. Ling, My grandfather recently passed away. As we were clea | |