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About David Ling
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Expertise
I have 40 year`s experience tasting, collecting and enjoying wines as an amateur enthusiast. Bordeaux and Port are my particular loves and I regularly buy and sell at auction. I have a good library and frequently participate in on-line discussions. I can only help with valuations, buying or selling if you tell me where you live as there are many variations around the world.

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I would not feel confident answering questions on German wines or those of the USA, South Africa or Australia. But please check my prestige rating and browse "Browse Past Answers" at the top of this page to see if I'm the one you want to help on everything else! (PLEASE don't forget to tell me where you are if you want my estimation of value or help buying or selling!)

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In Category  Wine

SubjectDate Asked

Calvet St. Julien - 196711/21/2009
  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 wine11/21/2009
  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 1980s11/21/2009
  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 port11/21/2009
  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 SPARK11/20/2009
  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 ...
Petrus11/20/2009
  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 197311/19/2009
  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 Port11/19/2009
  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” celebration11/19/2009
  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 & chandon11/18/2009
  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 madeira11/17/2009
  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 cognac11/17/2009
  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 wine11/17/2009
  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 madeira11/16/2009
  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 top11/13/2009
  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/brandy11/13/2009
  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 Minvielle11/13/2009
  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 WINE11/11/2009
  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 cognanc11/9/2009
  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 cognanc11/9/2009
  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-Rothschild11/8/2009
  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 198211/8/2009
  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 valuation11/7/2009
  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 Maurin11/6/2009
  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 Maurin11/6/2009
  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 198611/4/2009
  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 Imperial11/3/2009
  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 port11/1/2009
  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 Brandy10/31/2009
  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 Coronas10/31/2009
  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 Rothchild10/31/2009
  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 Wine10/30/2009
  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 196210/29/2009
  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 196210/29/2009
  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 Port10/29/2009
  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 196210/29/2009
  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 Dussaillant10/29/2009
  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 decantors10/27/2009
  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 196910/27/2009
  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 port10/26/2009
  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 198510/26/2009
  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 184810/25/2009
  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 ...
champagne10/24/2009
  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 6610/24/2009
  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 wine10/22/2009
  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 Jouet10/21/2009
  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 ...
valueation10/21/2009
  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 ...
Port10/21/2009
  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 Bordeaux10/21/2009
  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 bleu10/20/2009
  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 sauternes10/19/2009
  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 Port10/18/2009
  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 cognac10/17/2009
  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 Cru10/15/2009
  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 valuation10/13/2009
  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 champagne10/13/2009
  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 collection10/12/2009
  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 196410/12/2009
  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 Portwine10/12/2009
  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 etc10/11/2009
  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 ...
valuation10/11/2009
  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 Port10/11/2009
  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 Values10/10/2009
  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 Champagne10/9/2009
  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 wine10/8/2009
  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 wine10/7/2009
  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 Baynard10/5/2009
  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 champagne10/4/2009
  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 Lee10/3/2009
  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 port10/3/2009
  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 ...
Wine10/2/2009
  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 valuation10/1/2009
  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 wine9/30/2009
  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 cognac9/29/2009
  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 port9/29/2009
  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 value9/29/2009
  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 Champagne9/29/2009
  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 cognac9/29/2009
  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 19759/28/2009
  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 valuation9/28/2009
  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 champagne9/28/2009
  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 found9/27/2009
  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 Port9/26/2009
  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 Cadet9/22/2009
  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 ...
19889/22/2009
  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 port9/20/2009
  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 Sabourin9/19/2009
  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 have9/18/2009
  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 Bordeaux9/18/2009
  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 Meyney9/15/2009
  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 up9/13/2009
  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 image9/13/2009
  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 help9/13/2009
  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 ...
Colheita9/13/2009
  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 19699/11/2009
  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 Cognac9/11/2009
  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 19699/10/2009
  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 Cognac9/10/2009
  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 Flutes9/9/2009
  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 girl9/8/2009
  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 wine9/8/2009
  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 Cognac9/6/2009
  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 19749/5/2009
  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 value9/5/2009
  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 ...
Champagne9/4/2009
  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 port9/3/2009
  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 ...
Codorniu9/3/2009
  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 portugal9/1/2009
  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 Bordeaux9/1/2009
  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 value8/30/2009
  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 champagne8/29/2009
  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 Selection8/27/2009
  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 wines8/25/2009
  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. Charmolue8/24/2009
  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 medaillon8/22/2009
  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 . value8/22/2009
  Q: I was given a beautiful velvet presentation case containing 2 bottles of "Wolf Blass" "Royal ...
  A: Like this: ...
Niersteiner Spatburgunder Rotwein 20088/21/2009
  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 Bordeaux8/19/2009
  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 ...
Champagne8/19/2009
  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 champagne8/17/2009
  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 cognac8/17/2009
  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 Bottling8/15/2009
  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 Reserve8/15/2009
  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 Champagne8/13/2009
  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 Port8/13/2009
  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 Champagne8/12/2009
  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 value8/11/2009
  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 Valuation8/10/2009
  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, ...
Cognac8/10/2009
  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 riesling8/10/2009
  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 riesling8/9/2009
  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 wine8/8/2009
  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 drinkeable8/7/2009
  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 Bordeaux8/6/2009
  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 19738/6/2009
  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 19148/5/2009
  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 ...
Champagne8/5/2009
  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 19718/4/2009
  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 Port8/3/2009
  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 Port8/3/2009
  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 ...
champagne8/2/2009
  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 cognac8/2/2009
  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 value8/1/2009
  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 Wine8/1/2009
  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 Demoiselles8/1/2009
  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 Bardolino7/31/2009
  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/Port7/30/2009
  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 Cognac7/30/2009
  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 ...
VALUES7/29/2009
  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 turkey7/28/2009
  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 Champagne7/28/2009
  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 chapagne7/27/2009
  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 Bayard7/26/2009
  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 Perignon7/23/2009
  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 Rothschild7/23/2009
  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 Port7/23/2009
  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 age7/22/2009
  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 please7/22/2009
  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 Puch7/21/2009
  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 Cognac7/21/2009
  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 Vintage7/20/2009
  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 red7/20/2009
  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 ...
cognac7/19/2009
  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 19837/17/2009
  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 cognac7/16/2009
  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 Valuation7/16/2009
  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 valuation7/15/2009
  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 Porto7/15/2009
  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 wines7/14/2009
  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 19907/13/2009
  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 ...
Cognac7/13/2009
  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/drinkability7/12/2009
  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 wine7/12/2009
  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 ...
champagne7/11/2009
  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 Bordeaux7/11/2009
  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 ...
redwine7/9/2009
  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 VSOP7/9/2009
  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 Port7/8/2009
  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 Cognac7/7/2009
  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 CESARE7/6/2009
  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 up7/6/2009
  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 Undurrago7/5/2009
  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 Box7/5/2009
  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 Wine7/4/2009
  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 Bordeaux7/4/2009
  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 APPRAISAL7/2/2009
  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 wine7/2/2009
  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 Bordeaux7/2/2009
  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 bordeaux7/1/2009
  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 wine7/1/2009
  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 Wines7/1/2009
  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 Champagne7/1/2009
  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 bordeaux6/30/2009
  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 Valuation6/30/2009
  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 , 19076/29/2009
  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 valuation6/29/2009
  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'on6/29/2009
  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 bottles6/29/2009
  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 Port6/29/2009
  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 19766/28/2009
  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 20076/27/2009
  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 question6/27/2009
  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 question6/26/2009
  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 Bordeaux6/26/2009
  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 19706/25/2009
  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'Or6/24/2009
  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-Estephe6/24/2009
  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 collection6/24/2009
  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-champange6/24/2009
  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-Canet6/24/2009
  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 wines6/23/2009
  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 perignon6/22/2009
  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. Africa6/22/2009
  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 Cognac6/21/2009
  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 henri6/21/2009
  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 cognac6/20/2009
  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-baja6/19/2009
  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 Perignon6/19/2009
  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 Baron6/17/2009
  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 ...
wine6/17/2009
  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 Blue6/17/2009
  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 ...
champagne6/16/2009
  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 ...
champagne6/16/2009
  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 Champagne6/14/2009
  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 Champagne6/14/2009
  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 19746/14/2009
  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 19856/13/2009
  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 valuation6/13/2009
  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 Reception6/12/2009
  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 QUESTION6/12/2009
  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 Packs6/11/2009
  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 ...
champagne6/11/2009
  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 Zinfandel6/11/2009
  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 port6/10/2009
  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 taste6/10/2009
  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 ...
info6/9/2009
  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&Chandon6/6/2009
  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 Cognac6/5/2009
  Q: Mr. Ling, My grandfather recently passed away. As we were clearing out the basement, I found a ...
  A: Old Cognacs are difficult to value from afar so I suggest you ask Wine Commune ...
Wine6/5/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Gori Chanti 1971. It's a one gallon bottle. It's imported by St. Julian's Wine ...
  A: I'm afraid there's no value in this wine as it is far too old to have survived this long, especially ...
Almeida Ruby Port6/4/2009
  Q: My mother has just given me 5 bottles of port. 4 bottles of Almeida's Ruby Port with a reference ...
  A: I'm afraid none of these Ports is very exciting to enthusiasts, even before the extended ageing ...
Valuation of VIntage Port6/2/2009
  Q: My father died a few months ago and we have found some bottles of vintage port. They have been ...
  A: Sorry to hear about your dad. This collection deserves professional valuation, perhaps by these ...
Martell Cognac Cordon Argent6/2/2009
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of J & F Martell Cognac Cordon Argent, 4/5 Quart 80 proof with intact U.S. ...
  A: Valuation of old Cognacs is always difficult so I suggest you contact Wine Commune ...
What are they worth?5/31/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Tawny California port and a 1979 bottle of Chevalier de Vedrines ...
  A: I'm afraid both of these would be difficult to sell so I can't see any value here - the California ...
1955 fonseca port5/28/2009
  Q: I found this bottle upright in my closet. It has been there since 1994. Is it still drinkable? ...
  A: Upright storage is never a good idea with old bottles because corks need to be kept moist to stop ...
GILBEYS TRIPLE CROWN PORT5/27/2009
  Q: COULD YOU PLEASE TELL ME IF THIS PORT HAS ANY VALUE,IT IS PRODUCE OF PORTUGAL SHIPPED AND BOTTLED BY ...
  A: I'm afraid there's no significant value here; it must be fairly old as I don't think Croft - now ...
La Grande Dame 19965/26/2009
  Q: I recieved a bottle of La Grande Dame 1996 in presentation box while in France in 2005 and have ...
  A: La Grande Dame started with the 1969 vintage, which was released in 1977 to commemorate Veuve ...
2000 magnum cristal louis roederer5/26/2009
  Q: I was given as a gift a magnum of cristal, 2000, in a large wooden presentation box. Its been stored ...
  A: I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny (http://www.strakerchadwick.co.uk) to offer ...
old wines?5/25/2009
  Q: Please can you tell me if I should sell, drink (if it's safe to) or throw the following wines. My ...
  A: I hope mum's store was cool - because the Latours would probably be catalogued at around £200/220 ...
red wine5/25/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of french red wine details as follows: Domaine "La fourmone" VACQUEYRAS" ...
  A: This was only a fairly good vintage in the southern Rhone so this may be past its best by now - but ...
Value of Fine Douro Port (1958 Vintage)5/25/2009
  Q: David, I have an unopened bottle of Five Crown, Fine Douro Port, Port of the 1958 Vintage wine. ...
  A: You have what's called a 'Colheita' in wine speak - meaning an aged Tawny from a single vintage. Da ...
wine5/24/2009
  Q: i just want to knoe if this bottle of champagne i have is worth anything its moet&chandon champagne ...
  A: Google is useful on these occasions, viz ...
Value of a bottle of wine5/23/2009
  Q: Just curious if it's worth anything, if not, if it would be delightful to drink. Chianti Frazione ...
  A: I'm afraid this is much too old to open with any confidence as Chiantis aren't made for long ...
vintage wine5/21/2009
  Q: I live in Barnstaple, North Devon, England. I have a friend who has a bottle of the following wine ...
  A: Delaforce is one of the many historic names in Oporto, dating from 1834 - when the company was ...
wine5/20/2009
  Q: i just want to knoe if this bottle of champagne i have is worth anything its moet&chandon champagne ...
  A: I'm afraid this is now very old indeed for any Champagne so it wouldn't be easy to sell - although ...
Hurricane Katrina Wine Victims5/19/2009
  Q: My mother-in-law was given a bottle of wine from her neighbor which look to have been damaged during ...
  A: That's not as bad as I'd feared from your description so it might be worth asking WineCommune to ...
Hurricane Katrina Wine Victims5/18/2009
  Q: My mother-in-law was given a bottle of wine from her neighbor which look to have been damaged during ...
  A: I'm afraid merchants and auctioneers are all-too-well aware of the damage Katrina caused to wine - ...
Charbaut certificate champagne5/16/2009
  Q: We have recently been given a bottle of Charbaut Certificate Champagne 1982 750ml, it is in its ...
  A: This was one of my favourite Champagnes in its day - but I haven't tasted it since about 1987 and ...
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 19595/15/2009
  Q: I have had the above bottle for the past 25 yrs,since receiving it as a gift. It has always been ...
  A: Dunno what happened there, sorry! The homepage address of the firm I had in mind is: ...
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 19595/15/2009
  Q: I have had the above bottle for the past 25 yrs,since receiving it as a gift. It has always been ...
  A: I'm glad to hear this bottle is in pristine condition and has always been stored properly as you ...
Champagne cuvee dom perignon year 19835/15/2009
  Q: I'm Nick from Malaysia. I got Champagne cuvee dom perignon year 1983 and well kept. What is the ...
  A: This was an outstanding Champagne from an average year but I can't find a retail listing for it in ...
Port5/14/2009
  Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
  A: Glad you got Flickr to work in the end! I'm afraid your pics don't help me as much as I'd hoped as ...
WIne selling5/13/2009
  Q: I have a fairly extensive Super Tuscan(Gaya, Sassacia, etc), California (Silver Oak, Opus, etc), and ...
  A: It sounds to me that you may be trying to sell these in one batch directly to a merchant - which ...
Cristal5/13/2009
  Q: My mum has kept a botle of Champagne for a long time now and I have been told it may be worth some ...
  A: I'm afraid this was an awful vintage and there's no chance that this will still be drinkable after ...
Chateau Giscours Wine5/12/2009
  Q: Please tell me about a bottle of wine that I just found in the back of my cellar (we forgot it was ...
  A: This was a fairly good vintage, although overshadowed by its predecessor, but the only tasting note ...
1964 Moet e Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon5/12/2009
  Q: Is there any value to an old unopened bottle. I can't guarantee it's had proper storage as it has ...
  A: That's not good news as the combination of a brownish tinge and the ullage probably means it's ...
German wine5/12/2009
  Q: I have 2 old wine bottles both Beameister, one is labeled May-Wine and dated 1966 andis bottled in a ...
  A: I'm sorry but neither of these is actually Champagne, whatever the labels may say, as that ONLY ...
German wine5/12/2009
  Q: I have 2 old wine bottles both Beameister, one is labeled May-Wine and dated 1966 andis bottled in a ...
  A: I'm afraid I'd be very surprised indeed if either of these would still be pleasant to drink after so ...
Value of Vintage 1961 Dom Perignon5/11/2009
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of Moet & Chandon Champagne Cuvee Dom Perignon - Vintage 1961. It is in ...
  A: This was a star of a very good vintage and I'd expect your bottle to fetch over $1000 at auction if ...
Port5/11/2009
  Q: I have had a bottle of Borges Port since 1978. The neck of the bottle has a red metallic seal with a ...
  A: Most single-quinta Ports are bottled as single vintage wines so a NV one is slightly curious - but ...
Chateau Latour 19625/10/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour 1962 which my late father-in-law gave me. I don't ...
  A: It's very difficult to advise from the limited information you've given about storage but I think ...
Value of a Bottle of Queens silver jubilee champagne5/7/2009
  Q: I have 2 bottles of Moet & chandon 1977 queens silver jubilee cuvee and i wanted to know if they ...
  A: I'm afraid these are now very old indeed for any Champagne from such a dismal vintage and are ...
Bordeaux5/6/2009
  Q: Ling, A woman came in the other day with a bottle of 1967 Carruades, Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. She ...
  A: I'm afraid giving it away is probably the best option with this - but please not to a friend; even ...
wie/port5/6/2009
  Q: i have recently purchased a bottle of something of interest from an elderly lady who informed me ...
  A: It's nice to hear that you and your friends have a new topic for conversation but I don't think I'll ...
chateau meaume 1985,1986,19875/6/2009
  Q: I have about 100 cases of this wine that has been stored in a temperature controlled environment and ...
  A: These are all rather old now for a Bordeaux Superieur so I'd be inclined to sell the lot soon. I ...
Louis Jadot5/6/2009
  Q: I have a couple of bottles of Louis Jadot Savigny Les Beaune 2000 and they have what look likes ...
  A: These should be fine. What you have here are tartrate crystals,(specifically potassium hydrogen ...
Want to know if two bottles of wine are still good5/6/2009
  Q: I was given two bottles of wine and want to know if they are still good or should they be thrown ...
  A: You wouldn't get sick by drinking these, but I think it's highly unlikely that you'll want to finish ...
Monnet Cognac Anniversaire5/6/2009
  Q: My grandmother has a bottle of Cognac that she was given back in the 70's or 80's and she was ...
  A: Cognacs are a bit outside my field but I think Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) would be ...
1964 Moet e Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon5/5/2009
  Q: Is there any value to an old unopened bottle. I can't guarantee it's had proper storage as it has ...
  A: Please don't write this off as worthless or undrinkable until you've had it appraised ...
Cote de Beaune-Villages wine5/5/2009
  Q: I have just discovered a box in my garage containing a bottle of red wine (or burgundy perhaps). ...
  A: This is a Burgundy, from a large negotiant, or merchant, of sufficient quality to qualify for the ...
valuation of vintage port please5/4/2009
  Q: Is it possible that you can value these 2 items please? 1 bottle in box. Royal Oporto vinho do porto ...
  A: I'm afraid neither of these would have great appeal to collectors - because Royal Oporto didn't ...
Quinta Do Noval 19825/4/2009
  Q: He's long moved on but the bottle remains! What I'd like to know is when should I be drinking it? ...
  A: 1982 certainly wasn't in the class of '83 or '85 in that decade but some fine Ports were made by the ...
please can you value this bottle of wine for me5/4/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Barons De Rothchild, Lafite, reserve special,which was given as a gift, i am not ...
  A: I'm afraid this is just a generic Bordeaux blend of the 1998 vintage assembled by the negotiant arm ...
Valuation5/4/2009
  Q: Having just seen that you are the expert on German wines.(ha ha ha)could you please try and help me ...
  A: Flatterer! This is the perfect example of why I don't like to advise about German wines - but I can ...
port vintage 19455/4/2009
  Q: I have an unopened, tightly sealed bottle of Port. The label says "Fine Douro Port" "Five Crown" ...
  A: which confirm what I hoped to see. I think your next step should be to get this appraised and ...
1990 vintage italian red5/3/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1990 Monte Antico italian red wine. I have searched and searched for a value for ...
  A: I think you'll have difficulty finding a retailer still offering the '90 vintage of this wine as ...
Value of a particular wine5/3/2009
  Q: a bottle of 'CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD' 1979 PAUILLAC 75cl
  A: Assuming this bottle is in pristine condition in terms of level, label and capsule, I think you ...
Chateau Latour 19645/3/2009
  Q: I hope my question doesn't appear as naive as it reads! I was recently given a 'small' bottle of ...
  A: Please don't be concerned by 'niavity' as your Q is far better and more sensible than some I get! ...
I have some old wine i gor from my father and would like to know the value5/3/2009
  Q: i received some old wine from my father. some seems to be important. but I'm not the expert on this. ...
  A: I'm afraid none of these would be called 'important' by wine collectors, nor are any ones that would ...
How to Sell 2 Bottles of Champagne5/3/2009
  Q: I have two bottles of Cuvee Dom Perignon 1985. One in a sealed box and one in an opened box. I ...
  A: Assuming these bottles are appraised by Wine Commune (http://www.winecommune.com/) as pristine, ...
valuation for one bottle 1947 Chianti extra classico5/3/2009
  Q: originally it did have a straw casing but now only the bottle which has a round base and long neck. ...
  A: I'm sorry but this is now far too old for you to be able to find a buyer so it has now lost all it's ...
wie/port5/2/2009
  Q: i have recently purchased a bottle of something of interest from an elderly lady who informed me ...
  A: This is a bit outside my field but I can tell you that you have a fruit brandy - 'Aguardente' - made ...
port vintage 19455/2/2009
  Q: I have an unopened, tightly sealed bottle of Port. The label says "Fine Douro Port" "Five Crown" ...
  A: Da Silva - or Dalva in some countries - have a good reputation for their Colheita Ports, which is ...
commemorative wwine5/1/2009
  Q: I have several bottles of commemorative wine from the handover of Hong Kong to the Chinese in ...
  A: I'm afraid commemorative wines seldom have significant resale vale, simply because they are usually ...
Question5/1/2009
  Q: My father was cleaning out the garage when he came across 20 bottles on Sparkling Burgandy wine ...
  A: I'm afraid there's not much good to say about these as they must date from before the passing-off of ...
mumm pink champagne4/30/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1988 mumm pink champagne it was stored underneath my parents house (we live in ...
  A: Your Mumm should be perfectly 'safe' as no wines ever deteriorate to the extent that they become ...
Moet & Chandon4/29/2009
  Q: I am trying to find out if it has any value. I have attached a picture of the bottle. The label ...
  A: Old non-vintage Champagnes aren't easy to sell because they tend to decline fairly quickly unless ...
wine values4/29/2009
  Q: I have one wine bottle (unfortunately the wine cork leaked so the wine is no good) but the label I ...
  A: The '71 Margaux would cost you €150 to replace in France, from these people: ...
value of bottles4/28/2009
  Q: i have an empty bottle of chateau-lascombes margaux from 1966, and an empty bottle of chateau lynch ...
  A: Sorry but I can't see any potential value in those as neither have collectible labels, unlike ...
They seem so special but are they too old to drink?4/28/2009
  Q: My father was blessed enough to receive several fine bottles of wine as gifts from his associates ...
  A: Your dad was indeed well blessed as this is by some way the most valuable (in its time!) collection ...
Port4/28/2009
  Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
  A: No, I still haven't got a link from you so there's no way I can see your pics, as I said in my ...
Valuation of Chateau Lafite-Rothchild 19544/27/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lafite-Rothchild of 1954. It has been in a wine- cellar in a house of ...
  A: I'm afraid '54 was an awful vintage, which probably accounts for the colour. But it may have been an ...
2000 Millenium Edition Cordon Rouge Methusela4/26/2009
  Q: Good morning, I have a bottle of champagne still in the crate that has been kept in my closet for ...
  A: This should be very drinkable indeed as large-format bottles always age better that little 'uns, ...
old wines4/26/2009
  Q: I have about 10 bottles of old wine that my father stashed away and forgot about. In order of age ...
  A: The Montrose level would be typical for a wine of this age so I wouldn't worry about that - but any ...
Drink or Sell?4/26/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Ferreira Duque de Braganca, Bottled in 1972. It has AAF on the glass and was 40 ...
  A: You have a bottle of the definitive 40YO Tawny so this would have been fabulous in the 70s and 80s - ...
old wines4/25/2009
  Q: I have about 10 bottles of old wine that my father stashed away and forgot about. In order of age ...
  A: Your Montrose '60 was one of the best wines from a poor vintage but is now so old as to be difficult ...
Port4/25/2009
  Q: I live in Australia and have a bottle of port "real cia velha" the label also says "vinho do porto", ...
  A: I think this bottle should be appraised and valued professionally as I can't give a precise estimate ...
drink or keep4/24/2009
  Q: I HAVE A BOTTLE OF CHATEAU TALBOT 1971 VINTAGE. IT HAS BEEN WELL LOOKED AFTER, BUT SHOULD I HANG ON ...
  A: This isn't one to keep as it is now some way past it's peak but it should still be lovely if it's ...
1980 Hermitage4/23/2009
  Q: 1980 E. Guigal Hermitage Red Rhone Table Wine. I found it for $75 in Massachusetts, USA, and am ...
  A: I think this would be a very risky buy because: 1: 1980 was a much better vintage in the Southern ...
ARMAGNAC4/23/2009
  Q: I bought some very nice bottles of armagnac back in 2001, in Cannes, France. A recent person asked ...
  A: Lovely stuff eh? Try one of these; they all stock Tariquet but I can't promise they have the exact ...
old wines4/22/2009
  Q: I have recently accquired a few old bottles of wine and i'm wondering if theier worth anything since ...
  A: I'm afraid most of the old wines I'm asked about don't have much value - usually because they are ...
Perrier-jouet4/21/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of PJ Grand Brut that my husband received as a gift from work.How do I tell how old ...
  A: It's impossible to date non-vintage Champagnes as these are blends of stock wines from several years ...
Port4/21/2009
  Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't find anything under that name so are you sure you have set the files to allow ...
Moet & Chandon4/21/2009
  Q: I have one boxed, 75cl bottle of Moet and Chandon, Cuvee Dom Perignon 1985. It has been kept ...
  A: Given the condition you describe, I think you could expect a catalogue valuation of £110/130 if you ...
Charles Heidsieck REIMS Champagne4/21/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck Champagne REIMS that was from my mothers wedding back in 1969 ...
  A: I'm afraid 40-YO non-vintage sweet (rich) Champagne wouldn't interest many buyers so I can't see any ...
Wine bottle4/21/2009
  Q: I bought a wine bottle that still has wine in it at a garage sale a couple of weeks ago for $1.00. ...
  A: $1 was about right if you like the look of the bottle and want to display it as a curiosity. But ...
1929 Haut Sausternes4/21/2009
  Q: David, thank you for the response. I've attached a picture of the front of the bottle and I'll ...
  A: I needed to see them because Haut-Sauternes of this age and Haut Sauterne are easily confused ...
Old Chianti Drinkability4/20/2009
  Q: I have a 1964 Brolio Castle Chianti. Could it still be drinkable?
  A: I very much doubt if any '64 Chianti will still be drinkable but it would be impossible to sell so ...
Burmester Vintage Port 19854/20/2009
  Q: We have obtained several Vintage Ports from 1963, S.V. Borges & Irmao (Junco Vineyard), but know ...
  A: Although '85 was a lesser vintage than '63 I think you might get twice as much for this as it's ...
Chevalier de Bayard4/20/2009
  Q: I have one bottle of Chevalier de Bayard 2001, Vin De Pays De L'Herault 11%, in a violin shaped ...
  A: The '85 DP is a fine and valuable Champagne that should sell easily in the £125/150 range at ...
Borges & Irmao Vintage Port 19634/19/2009
  Q: We have obtained several Vintage Ports from 1963, S.V. Borges & Irmao (Junco Vineyard), but know ...
  A: This is generally regarded as one of the greatest of all Port vintages so I don't think you would ...
Chevalier de Bayard4/19/2009
  Q: I have one bottle of Chevalier de Bayard 2001, Vin De Pays De L'Herault 11%, in a violin shaped ...
  A: I'm sorry but I think you would find it difficult to sell this bottle of one of Pieroth's big-volume ...
quetion on dom p4/19/2009
  Q: 82, 88 ! don't have the bottles in front of me but if it would help can get it for you. I just ...
  A: It's always difficult to value old Champagne unseen so I suggest you ask WineCommune to appraise ...
Port4/18/2009
  Q: I recently sent a question regarding a bottle of Porto V V Niepoort that I found on line in Dec. ...
  A: Sorry but there's no pic with your post; nor a link to any photosharing website. I'm still keen to ...
pol roger champagne4/18/2009
  Q: I have a of Millesime Pol Roger 1979 Champagne. Its a commemorative boxed bottle H.R.H PRINCE ANDREW ...
  A: Ki Kerry, I'm always reluctant to quote figures when asked to value Champagnes of this age as so ...
pieroth wines4/17/2009
  Q: We were given dozens of bottles of wines that were purchased from Pieroth by our in laws. I have ...
  A: It's not so much that I'm not a fan of Pieroth's wines as such; rather of their party plan direct ...
wine question4/16/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of wine that my wife and I bought on vacaton in France. When we bought it the ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't suggest an accurate value as it has long gone from merchants shelves but I'd ...
Champagne4/16/2009
  Q: I work for a charity called www.toogoodtowaste.org We have recently been given a bottle of Moet and ...
  A: I'm afraid I think there are two problems with this donation: Firstly, I don't see any reference to ...
Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne.4/16/2009
  Q: My father left me a bottle of Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne. It was recently destoyed in a ...
  A: This is something I think you need to discuss with your insurers as they have grounds to refuse any ...
1969 Marteau Bordeaux4/15/2009
  Q: I'm turning 40 in May,I have a bottle of 1969 Marteau crown claret bordeaux rouge.Do you think its ...
  A: I'm sorry but 1969 was an awful vintage in Bordeaux which produced no wines worth drinking even at ...
Adet Seward Le Grand Cardinal 19764/14/2009
  Q: I own a bottle of Le Grand Cardinal - 1976 Vintage produced by Adet Seward with a Appellation ...
  A: Adet Seward is, or was, a negotiant - or merchant - selling wines under various brand names, of ...
1982 Ch. Mouton Baronne du Phillipe4/14/2009
  Q: I recently read your response to an inquiry about a 1980 Ch. Mouton Baronne du Phillipe and saw ...
  A: This is a very different vintage from '80 so I don't think you'd have any problem selling these in ...
Value of Champagne?4/13/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of "Cordon Rouge" G.H. Mumm & Co. - Reims / France dated "1959" "Champagne Brut" ...
  A: Several specialist wine auctioneers have offices in Los Angeles so I suggest you contact them to ...
Value of Champagne4/13/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Champagne which I purchased in the Ukraine in 1985. The label is in Ukrainian ...
  A: I'm afraid this isn't Champagne, whatever the label may say, and it probably wouldn't be lawful for ...
What value keeper or no?4/12/2009
  Q: Mr.D.Ling: I've recently discovered a bottle of MEXTAXA Greek specialty liqueur. It hails as the ...
  A: Metaxa sweetened brandy isn't to everyone's taste and I don't think you'd find it easy to sell ...
1888 wine4/12/2009
  Q: i have a bottle of 1888 madeira, vintage boal, that my grandfather left me. I was wondering if you ...
  A: I've never come across an 1888 Madeira but old ones are collectible so this may have considerable ...
Resale Value & Selling4/11/2009
  Q: I live in New Jersey, USA. Any help on where and how to sell and what price to ask would be ...
  A: You seem to have missed my previous reply so I'll repeat it: ---------- FOLLOW-UP ----------Hi ...
Pol Roger charles & diana whats it worth4/10/2009
  Q: We have just been given a bottle of Pol Roger cuvee reserve 1947,Charles & lady Diana 1981 special, ...
  A: I'd rather not quote a figure for a Champagne of this age as so much depends on the condition of the ...
whats it worth4/9/2009
  Q: i have six bottles of henkell trocken piccolo imported. it has a wicker basket like thing it was ...
  A: These don't have any resale value I'm afraid as I don't know any lawful way for you to sell them ...
A Q? ABOUT MOET CHANDON4/7/2009
  Q: is= cremant demi-sec moet & chandon, epernay-france the seal is gey but doesnt say brut and also I ...
  A: Petite Liquorelle was an attempt by Moet to market a new style of drink in the cocktail market ...
drinkability/value of champagne/wine4/7/2009
  Q: Recently I received a bottle of champagne: 1976 Cuvee De Reserve, Charbaut Certificate Brut Rose, ...
  A: There's no sign of ignorance in your lucid question, just a commendable request for knowledge! The ...
Port4/7/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of"Gilbeys Triple Crown Port " it has a black label and what appears to be " V514 S ...
  A: It's not possible to date blended Ruby Ports like your Triple Crown, although it might be possible ...
Value4/7/2009
  Q: Good afternoon! I found a bottle of wine from year 2000 called "Corleone" which is a Pinot Blanco ...
  A: There's an English translation of the technical stuff from that website at ...
camus napoleon cognac bi centenaire edition4/6/2009
  Q: I have a porcelain decanter never been opened cognac intact!- boxed-22 k embossed gold and navy ...
  A: Does it look like one of these: http://www.thewhiskyexchange.com/P-1685.aspx#|price_d[vin] or ...
Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne.4/6/2009
  Q: My father left me a bottle of Moet & Chandon vintage 1971 champagne. It was recently destoyed in a ...
  A: The only 1971 Moet still available is their de luxe Dom Perignon bottling, which I'd value at £350, ...
chateau pavie4/5/2009
  Q: I have inhereted a 1975 bottle of Chateau Pavie, Saint Emilion and was wondering if you have any ...
  A: Assuming that your assessment of 'tip top condition' is confirmed by professional appraisal - ...
Jouvet Beaujolais4/5/2009
  Q: I know absolutely nothing about wine, so please excuse me if this doesn't make sense as far as wine ...
  A: Please don't worry about how little you know about wine as the whole point of AllExperts is to help ...
Vintage Wine/Champagne4/5/2009
  Q: I have recently undergone a transformation in my attic converting it into a room. Upon clearing it ...
  A: I would have thought any wine shop owner would have known that lofts and attics are the worst ...
Please help with a potential value4/4/2009
  Q: I have one bottle of 1978 Chateau Frontenac Bordeaux. The lead cap seal reads "Turpin Freres & ...
  A: Frontenac comes from the Entre-Deux-Mers area of Bordeaux and is a volume producer of rustic wines ...
Wine rarity/value/drinkability4/4/2009
  Q: 1980 Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe en hommage a Pauline Baronne Philippe de Rothschild Cru Classe ...
  A: This is a relatively minor Fifth Growth and I suspect the lack of retail listings is due to it being ...
Antinori wine4/4/2009
  Q: I am from New Jersey and haven't been able to find this on the web. I have a bottle of Antinori ...
  A: Antinori is a large and highly-respected producer so this might have been a better offering in the ...
bottles found4/4/2009
  Q: Comte de Blanzac. EPERNAY. Top of foil round cork are 51-288.And 2 Lanson black label.No date says ...
  A: I'm afraid 20-YO non-vintage Champagnes are too old for you to be able to open with confidence as ...
1966 Italian Wine4/3/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1966 PINI wine produced and bottled in Italy by CERTALDO. It is in a fancy tall ...
  A: Certaldo is a small town in Tuscany, where glass-makers produce a wide range of fancy bottles for ...
value4/3/2009
  Q: David, I have a bottle each of Grand Vin de Chateau Latour, Premier Grand Cru Classe. One is from ...
  A: I don't like the sound of that '76, which probably became ullaged as a result of cork failure - ...
croizet conac4/2/2009
  Q: I have a presentation box of croizet cognac which includes two miniature brandy glasses the bottle ...
  A: You haven't said what you want to know about this so I'm guessing that you have it in mind to sell ...
!970 Dom Perignon4/1/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1970 Dom Perignon. It has been stored in a cool and dark basement. I would like ...
  A: This is from a good vintage but is now very old so I'd rather not suggest a value as so much depends ...
Q about wine4/1/2009
  Q: inherited some 1979 Chateau Lafite Rothschild and don't know it's worth?? any idea??
  A: These should sell easily in the $300/500 range per, depending on the storage conditions, the levels ...
Re: Value of Liebfraumilch 1986?4/1/2009
  Q: I have a 1.5L bottle of Black Knight Liebfraumilch 1986 1.5L made in Germany by Karl Albert ...
  A: I'm afraid this wouldn't be easy to sell and I wouldn't hold out much hope of enjoyment now, ...
old wiene3/31/2009
  Q: Hallo a sent this email from Belgium i have in mij Kelder a bottel of Chateau margaux Grand Cru ...
  A: This is from a famous vintage and the top wines can fetch over $1000 per at auction, IF, and only ...
value on a wine3/30/2009
  Q: I'm curious on the value of a wine that is currently in Georgia of the United States. The bottle is ...
  A: Prelude is Tattinger's de luxe non-vintage blend, made exclusively from grand cru vineyards. It fits ...
about rare wines3/30/2009
  Q: I have a un opened bottle of vintage 1967 mirafiore vino rosso chianti and can not find any. can u ...
  A: I don't think there's much to say about this, apart from it being very old indeed for a Chianti. ...
port3/29/2009
  Q: thankyou
  A: Colheitas attract good prices at auction if the bottles are pristine in terms of level, label and ...
Grand Vin de Chateau Latour 1958 from Last Voyage of the Queen Mary3/28/2009
  Q: My Dad offered me this bottle among others to auction off at my son's school auction in Sausalito, ...
  A: I dunno how you're going to tell your dad but the Latour and Haut-Brion are both very old and from ...
fine douro port3/28/2009
  Q: David, I was left a bottle of vintage 1927 fine douro port. Was wondering its value may be. The ...
  A: This is from a very famous vintage so I think it would attract considerable interest at auction, ...
GH Mumm & Co. Extra Dry Champagne3/28/2009
  Q: We have a bottle of G.H. Mumm & Co. Extra Dry Champagne that my in-laws had for a number of years. ...
  A: I'm afraid there is no way to date non-vintage Champagnes as they are all blended from whichever ...
keeping wine3/27/2009
  Q: although i have been drinking red wines for years i am now appreciating it more than ever. Our ...
  A: Riojas are offered by many UK merchants who would be happy to recommend '03 Reservas or Gran ...
valuation ?3/27/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Bereich Bingen Rheinhessen 1983 from Headquarters Sargeants Mess,Berlin could you ...
  A: I usually pass on questions about German wines because I don't know enough about the many class wine ...
Wine Value3/27/2009
  Q: I recently received a bottle of Chateau Margaux Grand Vin, 1986 Premier Grand Cru Classe. I was ...
  A: I don't think there is any obvious and lawful sales route for you in NJ so you could either try one ...
Dom Perignon3/26/2009
  Q: i have several bottles of Dom perignon champagne, years 1959,61,64,73,75 They are unopened i dont ...
  A: I wouldn't call any of these 'garbage' but neither would I want to estimate a value for such old ...
Henriot 89 Champagne3/24/2009
  Q: I want to sell 2 presentation packs of Henriot Vintage 89. Each pack has 3 * 150 bottles. The ...
  A: I can't be precise with a valuation estimate as this Henriot is no longer available on the UK retail ...
Marquis d'Aulnay3/20/2009
  Q: can you please advise whether this wine has a value. Marquis d'Aulnay Grand Vin Rouge de reserve, ...
  A: I'm afraid I can find no mention of the good marquis's name in relation to wine so in normal ...
value of 1990 vintage champagne3/20/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet et Chandon Imperial Brut, 1990 Vintage and wondered whether it was worth ...
  A: This was a very fine vintage so I don't think you'd have any difficulty selling this for around ...
1934 Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin3/19/2009
  Q: Dave, I have a single bottle, 1 pint 10 ounce, of Veuve Clicquot-Ponsardin champagne with a vintage ...
  A: This is from a good vintage but it is now VERY old indeed so this will only have retained any value ...
Paul Masson Rare Dry Sherry3/18/2009
  Q: I found a small heart shape bottle of this wine with the crest above the name with the year 1852. Do ...
  A: I'm afraid this isn't Sherry at all, which only comes from the SW of Spain, but a fortified ...
4 wine bottles found in estate.3/18/2009
  Q: I know nothing about wine so, I really need some help. My husband found some wine in an old house ...
  A: I'm sorry but none of these would be easy to sell in the US as they are all very old for what they ...
Valuation - Champagne3/18/2009
  Q: David My Uncle has a bottle of 1952 Krug champagne (with certificate/serial number)..is this of any ...
  A: This is a rare wine from a fine vintage so the value would be somewhere between very substantial to ...
Wine Value3/18/2009
  Q: I recently received a bottle of Chateau Margaux Grand Vin, 1986 Premier Grand Cru Classe. I was ...
  A: This is a famous First Growth and '86 was a very good, if rather tannic and thus slow-maturing ...
old 1984 Bordeaux is it worth anything?3/17/2009
  Q: I found an old bottle of wine at my Fathers'estate, it is a Chateau Puy-Jalon Bordeaux Superieur, ...
  A: I'm afraid I wouldn't want to drink this for several reasons: 1: Bordeaux Superieur is a lowly ...
napoleon rothchild extra fine brandy3/16/2009
  Q: we have a sealed bottle...i cant drink it...is 100 us too much?please call me
  A: Assuming you're in the US, it wouldn't be lawful for you to sell this privately so I suggest you ...
bordeaux wine valuation3/15/2009
  Q: I have two bottles of wine I would llike to know if they are of any value: The first is 1 1985 ...
  A: Although some of the better '85s continue to drink well if they have been properly stored I'm afraid ...
K.W.V. Tawny Port 1929 in Casket3/14/2009
  Q: I have a Sealed bottle of above wine which came in a Casket and was a gift to my late father in 1968 ...
  A: I'm afraid I have no experience of selling wine in South Africa but I do know of one annual auction ...
1928 piper brut3/14/2009
  Q: My parents were given a small bottle (13 oz.) of 1928 Piper Brut Champagne(Piper-Heidsieck)as a ...
  A: I normally need to know where questioners are before commenting on values or sale possibilities ...
1977 Porto Pocas Colheita3/12/2009
  Q: I purchased one bottle of 1977 Porto Pocas Colheita while in Portugal four years ago. I paid 75 Euro ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't be precise with this as no stocks of this Pocas remain anywhere, so I have to ...
Is this wine too OLD to drink?3/11/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Ronchi San Giuseppe, Cabernet Franc, from 1999. I bought when I was in Italy in ...
  A: This is from a reputable producer in Fruili and the Cab Franc often makes wines that improve with a ...
Melnotte & Fils champagne3/11/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1933 Melnotte & Fils champagne and wondered if it was worth anything, and even if ...
  A: As you are so near to London I suggest you ring around the 'big three' to see if an appraiser might ...
ltd edition Paradis Cognac Hennessy3/11/2009
  Q: I've been holding on to this cognac i obtained some yrs ago from my gfathers estate. I have several ...
  A: This is a difficult one to value as this bottling is no longer offered, AFAIK. But as Paradis in ...
1985 Vintage Port3/10/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of VP labelled: DUCAL 1985 VINTAGE PORT Produced, bottled and shipped by The Douro ...
  A: I've never tasted this, I'm sorry to admit, but your value guess is probably optimistic if anything, ...
Melnotte & Fils champagne3/10/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1933 Melnotte & Fils champagne and wondered if it was worth anything, and even if ...
  A: I suspect the bottle is probably worth more than the contents as I don't think there's any ...
4/5 Pint of Metaxa3/10/2009
  Q: Ling, I have a full, unopened, 5 star 4/5pint bottle of 84 proof Metaxa with a red sticker on it ...
  A: You have a bottle of Greek brandy - a style of spirit that many find too sweet to enjoy, but others ...
wine value3/10/2009
  Q: I have 12 bottles of wine that I purchased 25 years ago and am interested in it's value, if any. I ...
  A: I'm afraid none of these will find buyers easily as the Pieroth party-plan company generally release ...
value of 3 wines if any3/10/2009
  Q: #1. 1959 MARTEAU Crown Reserve Bordeau Blanc . Jean De Montelambert. #2. Tytell Europa Medoc 1966 ...
  A: Did you ask Paul if he could help? This is so far out of my field that I'm reluctant to comment ...
J. & F. Martell Very Old Pale Cognac3/10/2009
  Q: I live in Solihull, England and I have a bottle (suspect 70cl.) of the above. The label on the neck ...
  A: This is one of Martell's standard blends made by assembling distillations of various vintages and ...
value of 3 wines if any3/9/2009
  Q: #1. 1959 MARTEAU Crown Reserve Bordeau Blanc . Jean De Montelambert. #2. Tytell Europa Medoc 1966 ...
  A: I'd need the full label text off these before I could identify them so please come back - also ...
1976 Chateau Duhart Milon Rothschild3/9/2009
  Q: I live in St. Louis, Missouri. I've had a bottle 1976 Chateau Duhart Milon Rothschild for five ...
  A: I suggest you contact WineCommune as they are the only lawful sale route I know for single bottles ...
1985 Veuve Clicquot RD (1998) Magnum3/9/2009
  Q: We received a MAGNUM of 1985 Veuve Clicquot brut, recently disgorged (1998) gold label,"Millennium ...
  A: $200 would be a good guide figure for a retail price, I think, so I'd be inclined to start the ...
Mouton-Cadet3/8/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Baron Philippe DE Rothschild, Mouton-Cadet, Bordeaux, Appellation Bordeaux ...
  A: I'm sorry to be the bearer of bad news but Mouton-Cadet is a commercial blend produced in vast ...
Bottle of Chianti3/8/2009
  Q: OK, i was given a bottle of Chianti bottled by Bardi Ubaldo from 1969. I know NOTHING of wine, but ...
  A: I bet the bottle looks better than the contents would taste! Fancy bottles are commonplace in ...
wine value3/6/2009
  Q: I was given a bottle of wine from France as a gift. It is Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux 1985 Phillipe De ...
  A: I can't give you a meaningful valuation because you haven't told me where you are or said if you ...
Champagne3/5/2009
  Q: David My father died recently and left me with a bottle of Veuve Clicuot Ponsardin Champagne ...
  A: I agree with you that it would be difficult to find anyone who might want to drink this but an email ...
Royal Oporto 19773/4/2009
  Q: I have in my possesion a full case +1 bottle of Royal Oporto. Vinho do Porto Vintage 1977. I'm ...
  A: I think it would be a good idea to sell this for whatever it will fetch as this is possibly the ...
Going to an auction3/3/2009
  Q: So I'm going to an auction with vintage wines mostly french wines and wanted to know where I can ...
  A: I can't help with values without knowing where you are - nor could I offer to value the whole ...
Murfatler.3/3/2009
  Q: I recently received a gift of a rather curious wine called Graf Istvan. Now considering I have been ...
  A: I answered a similar question quite recently that you may have missed: ...
Dom Perignon 1970 Vintage produced and bottled by Moet& Chandon , Epernay France3/3/2009
  Q: A friend gave me this bottle in 1977 and told me not to drink it only for a special occasion or save ...
  A: This was a generous present and your friend was right to suggest you kept it for a special occasion. ...
Taylors LBV port 19853/1/2009
  Q: Iam trying to find the value of Taylors Late Bottled Vintage port 1985. I have 12 bottles given as a ...
  A: This is getting a bit old for a filtered LBV I'm afraid so I don't think your daughter should count ...
Value of unique bottle of 1966 wine2/27/2009
  Q: I inherited a bottle of 1966 wine. I will list all that I see on lable: 1966, Chianti Wine, Casa ...
  A: You might like to keep this on display in memory of your benefactor but it would be impossible to ...
1960s wines2/25/2009
  Q: I have some wines from the 1960s, eg. gevrey chambertin, patriarch pere et fils, 1966 (half bottle) ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't hold out much hope for any of these as they are all very old now for what they ...
vintage red wine pricing2/25/2009
  Q: We were given a bottle of wine from a collectors cellar after his passing, but I am afraid my ...
  A: Sorry about the fire; I hope you didn't lose much. I'm afraid the Valpolicella was very old and ...
value of collectable2/24/2009
  Q: I am looking for a ballpark value of a bottle of wine I have. It is a bottle of Rhine Riesling from ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't add much to the answer I gave here: ...
Ferreira Port 19772/24/2009
  Q: David, I have a bottle of Ferreira Port that was given to me when I was christened. The bottle is ...
  A: This was a very good vintage and Ferreira is one of the best Portuguese houses, who all tend towards ...
Chateux de latour2/23/2009
  Q: A family member has inherited 25 bottles of very old wine dating between 1886 - 1936. Not sure what ...
  A: The first bit of advice I can offer your family member would be to leave these bottles undisturbed ...
Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac2/22/2009
  Q: I found a reaaly old unopened bottle of this. No date or markings, but a US Internal Revenue Tax ...
  A: This is is Martell's flagship brand that currently retails in the $80 price range. It won't have ...
Bor Forras2/22/2009
  Q: My husband will only drink a 'sweeter' wine, although not a desert wine. I have been buying him Bor ...
  A: Lambruscos come in a range of qualities and sparklingness, ranging from the top-end Lambrusco di ...
chateau pichon2/21/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of chateau pichon-lalande 1969 and was wondering if it is worth anythingor whether I ...
  A: I hate looking gift horses in the mouth but 1969 was a notoriously poor vintage and I don't think ...
Martell Cordon Bleu cognac2/21/2009
  Q: .. I am from the uk. my girlfriend was given an un-opened bottle of Martell Cordon Bleu Cognac a few ...
  A: This is is Martell's flagship brand that currently retails in the £60/70 price range. It won't have ...
1975 Echézéaux2/21/2009
  Q: What is it worth how do I sell it I can email photos of the label to help you better identify it.
  A: I'm afraid '75 wasn't a great vintage in Burgundy but you wine COULD still have some interest to ...
Vintage Wine Valuations2/21/2009
  Q: I would like to sell 12 bottles of vintage wine, either separately or as a whole. I have no idea as ...
  A: I'm afraid your doubts about these being past their best are well-founded but I think J Straker ...
Rouyer Guillet Napoleon Cognac 18482/21/2009
  Q: I am in New Jersey, USA. I have a vintage bottle of "Rouyer Guillet & Sons Cognac, Genuine Napoleon ...
  A: This is a valuable bottle from a reputable producer, but there's no connection with Napoleon, who ...
cognac2/21/2009
  Q: What whould be the apoproxmate replacement cost of a bottle of couvassier-vsop that is from the mid ...
  A: Cognacs don't improve or appreciate over time so a replacement would cost whatever the shelf price ...
champagne2/20/2009
  Q: rene lalou gh mumm 1971 champagne,you asked where i live so you could give me a more accurate value ...
  A: Old Champagnes are always difficult to value as so much depends on the condition in terms of level. ...
Bor Forras2/20/2009
  Q: My husband will only drink a 'sweeter' wine, although not a desert wine. I have been buying him Bor ...
  A: This is a difficult one because quality red wines are only sweet if made for drinking as dessert ...
Vieux Chateau Landon 19892/19/2009
  Q: I have recently come across a 1.5 litre bottle of Vieux Chateau Landon 1989, Medoc, Cru Bourgeois, ...
  A: VCL isn't regarded as one of the better CBs but. given the overall quality of this good vintage and ...
Inherited Dom Perignon2/19/2009
  Q: We are located in the US, Southern New Jersey, near the Shore. My family recently inherited a ...
  A: These are all very old for Champagnes, even DPs, but the three bottles with good levels still retain ...
Casa Vincola Bardi Ubaldo2/19/2009
  Q: I was looking through some of your previous questions and answers on this subject but, never did get ...
  A: I doubt if anyone in AllExperts wine section will be able to help you very much about the value of ...
Valuation and drinkability of 1962 and 1967 Nuits Saint Georges2/17/2009
  Q: I have been gifted two bottles of Burgundy. One 1962 which is the year of my birth and 1967. They ...
  A: Your description sounds very much like one of Mommessin's negotiant ranges, but I couldn't swear to ...
Valuation and drinkability of 1962 and 1967 Nuits Saint Georges2/17/2009
  Q: I have been gifted two bottles of Burgundy. One 1962 which is the year of my birth and 1967. They ...
  A: I need to know where you are before I can talk values but I can't see why anyone would want to buy ...
Selling a bottle of Taylor's port (1987)2/17/2009
  Q: I live in England and have one bottle of Taylor's Quinta de Vargellas Port (1987) (75cl, bottled in ...
  A: I suggest you accept any offer you get of £60 for this as '87 wasn't a great vintage and I think £30 ...
Heidsieck Dry Monopole 19152/16/2009
  Q: My office, the salvation army in NZ, has been donated a bottle of the above champagne, would it be ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a value for this as any Champagne of this age would only interest ...
best wines of 19692/16/2009
  Q: I want to get my wine loving husband a 1969 vintage for his 40th birthday, I'd like to stay around ...
  A: 1969 was an awful vintage almost everywhere so you really should only be looking in the only two ...
1978 antinore soave2/16/2009
  Q: we have a 1978 fish bottle of antinore soave. i can find other antinore wines and their values, but ...
  A: Soaves aren't long-lived wines so I'm afraid little value remains in this. Also, you worry me ...
Chateau Baron Pichon Longueville 1980 and McLaren Vale d'Arenberg The Dead Arm 1996 shiraz2/15/2009
  Q: I have 1 bottle of each.Please give me an idea of value and direct me to an online site where I ...
  A: I'm afraid there's no such thing as a reliable personal on-line wine auction site in the UK in the ...
value of my bottle of port (if any!)2/14/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of port purchased in Santa Barbara years ago. I think if there is any real value it ...
  A: This is fairly well regarded among Californian 'ports' although it isn't a real Port, which only ...
Vintage '87 - Any good? Worth Antything?2/14/2009
  Q: I have come across a bottle of Clos Du Moulin Fine Red Wine blend from Agrelo, Mendoza, Argentina. ...
  A: There are some lovely wines made in Argentina nowadays - especially their Malbecs - but I'm afraid ...
Offley Port2/13/2009
  Q: Among some liquors a friend left with us because he was moving overseas is a bottle of "1951 ...
  A: This is a Tawny from the 1951 vintage that was aged in wood until bottling in 1984 to produce a ...
Wine Values of Private Collections - more2/13/2009
  Q: I have one bottle left of the following wines, as well as a few more. I want to sell them. Can you ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't help with the Burgundies without knowing the full label text off every label ...
Margaux2/13/2009
  Q: I recently purchased this wine at an auction, can you tell me if it has any value in keeping, or ...
  A: I don't think this would be easy to sell as collectors seek the classified growths rather than ...
Vintage 1950 Serchi Chianti2/13/2009
  Q: I have just come into the care of several wines that all seem to have some age on them. The one I ...
  A: I'm afraid none of these has a high value or would be easy to sell as they aren't from top ...
Wine Values of Private Collections2/13/2009
  Q: I have one bottle left of the following wines, as well as a few more. I want to sell them. Can you ...
  A: I suggest you contact WineCommune and ask them to appraise these in terms of levels and the ...
Margaux2/12/2009
  Q: I recently purchased this wine at an auction, can you tell me if it has any value in keeping, or ...
  A: I think your negotiant blend of Margaux from 2005 would be fine to drink now and would probably ...
martell cognac2/9/2009
  Q: i have abottle of martell cognac from the first world war it has no poercentage on botlle the bottle ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't see any value here that would be greater than a basic Martell Cognac you could ...
sandeman1958 vintage port2/9/2009
  Q: Taylors Quinta De Vargellas 1961 vintage port bottled 1964 in Oporto and a bottle of Vino Da Tavola ...
  A: The Sandeman would cost you £95 to replace but I'd be surprised if it fetched anywhere near that at ...
Haven't got a clue what it is?2/5/2009
  Q: just stumbled across your site and read your rpofile and think you might be able to help me, I've ...
  A: The only UK auctioneer I can think of who would probably accept this would be Bigwood's in ...
1989 Lanson2/5/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Lanson Noble Cuvee brut 1989, I have no experience with champagne, I was just ...
  A: This should be a lovely bottle now if you've stored it properly, lying down in a cool dark place, as ...
Wine2/5/2009
  Q: Hi i have acquired a bottle of Commanderie St Johns Cyprus vintage 1927 i have done a search on the ...
  A: I answered an identical question a few months ago so forgive me for copying my reply: Hi Charles, ...
Portugese Quinta Lisbon Wine2/5/2009
  Q: I know nothing about wine whatsoever, and am hoping that maybe you can help me. In a box of older ...
  A: I'm pretty sure you have a bottle of Setubal; a very long-lived sweet, fortified wine made in a way ...
Chateau Mouton-Rothschild 1969 1ere Cru Grand Classe Paulliac2/4/2009
  Q: I and all my family are great french wine lover, my sister is turning 40 in america and i would like ...
  A: Please think again about giving ANY '69 Bordeaux, red or white, to anyone who might drink it. It ...
Help with Port2/3/2009
  Q: I have 2 bottles of Port that I'm trying to get some more information on. Ferreira Duque de ...
  A: Duque de Braganza is regarded as the benchmark for 20-YO Tawnies and is priced accordingly as it is ...
Wines and Spirits2/3/2009
  Q: Wines and Spirits After many unsuccessful searches I have come across you site, by accident. ...
  A: All the spirits should still be fine as they last virtually indefinitely, provided the cork or ...
1970 cruse & fils freres white bordeaux2/3/2009
  Q: i have two bottles of this wine on my shelf and i would like to know if there is any value or reason ...
  A: I'm afraid I don't think there's any possibility of an anonymous white Bordeaux blend from a ...
Valuation2/2/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Pol Roger and Co Champagne, 1943, Reserved for Great Britain. I live in ...
  A: I'm sorry but I don't think you'll find it easy to sell a single bottle of such old Champagne of ...
port2/2/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Real Companhia Velha LBV 1967 reg number 28207 which I purchased in portugal some ...
  A: The LBV is rather old now for what it is and would never have been very costly so I don't think ...
Courvoisier cognac2/2/2009
  Q: I'm John from the U.K and i have a bottle of unopened & boxed Courvoisier cognac from the reign of ...
  A: Cognacs don't improve, or deteriorate, with age like wine - if the cork/stopper remains sound - so ...
Remy Martin conac louie XIII2/1/2009
  Q: I have a 1957 vintage bottle of Remy Martin Louie XIII in the crystal decanter and stopper. It is in ...
  A: De Luxe Cognacs have become very difficult to value realistically due to the economic situation so - ...
Haven't got a clue what it is?2/1/2009
  Q: just stumbled across your site and read your rpofile and think you might be able to help me, I've ...
  A: Aguardente is the brandy made in Portugal that is best known in wine circles as the fortifying ...
Mark inside bottle2/1/2009
  Q: I bought a few bottle of Penfold RWT 1999 and at delivery I realise that there are wine residual ...
  A: I wouldn't worry about staining inside the bottle as this just shows that it was stored properly, ...
Chianti wine bottle2/1/2009
  Q: I have unopened vintage 1967 Ricardo Giuntie Figli s martino, chianti wine bottle, it is 1 gallon ...
  A: I'm afraid it's difficult to see much value in this, both because the wine is now very old indeed ...
Sandemans Partners' Port1/31/2009
  Q: I have a miniature of Sandeman Partners' Port and it has a bottle number on it 400934, is there ...
  A: Full bottles of this retail in the UK for around £7.50, plus VAT, but it won't have improved over ...
Sandemans Partners' Port1/31/2009
  Q: I have a miniature of Sandeman Partners' Port and it has a bottle number on it 400934, is there ...
  A: 'Partners' is a very good Ruby Port and one of the benchmarks of the Sandeman range but isn't ...
Moet chandon1/31/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Dry Imperial Champagne unopened 1964 Bottle Queens Label, ...
  A: Good to here about the outstanding storage conditions your Moet has enjoyed. About the only ...
Black tower wine 19811/30/2009
  Q: I found a bottle of 1981 Black tower wine from germany. I would like to know more infromation about ...
  A: I'm afraid Black Tower is a brand of mass-market Liebfraumilch intended for drinking on release. ...
Valuation1/29/2009
  Q: Good evening David, I wondered if you could help, I live in Norwich, Norfolk and I was wondering ...
  A: I'm afraid giant bottles are difficult to value as few people have a need to serve 5 litres over ...
Moet chandon1/29/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Dry Imperial Champagne unopened 1964 Bottle Queens Label, ...
  A: This was an outstanding vintage so if you've stored it properly, lying down in a cool dark place, ...
Hennessy Timeless Cognac1/28/2009
  Q: I live in the Western US and we are considering selling our bottle of Hennessy Timeless cognac. We ...
  A: This is so rare that I can't find any current retailer listing for it anywhere, world wide. ...
Lable Details1/28/2009
  Q: Label details as follows 1/AMANDIO,S Old Rvby Port 1955. Matured in wood. Amandio Silva & Filhos ...
  A: Taking the easy part first: The Noval '58 will now be past its best as it wasn't a great vintage ...
imported port1/27/2009
  Q: David,I have a bottle of Fine Dom Port,Five Crown. 1927 vintage 20% by volume,copyright 1934 and ...
  A: Sorry but Google should have taken you straight to http://www.winecommune.com/. They are the ...
Martell EXTRA Cognac1/26/2009
  Q: I have a 750 bottle of Martell Extra Cognac 88 proof with the numbers SG AF on the bottom. I know it ...
  A: I'm glad you came back before you did an 'Opus One' with the L'Or! (What a sad story BTW!) You ...
Porto branco Sandeman1/26/2009
  Q: My mother gave me a bottle of Porto Branco White Port It looks pretty old however, I do not see a ...
  A: White Port is always blended so it is impossible to date more accurately than your mother's memory ...
Martell EXTRA Cognac1/26/2009
  Q: I have a 750 bottle of Martell Extra Cognac 88 proof with the numbers SG AF on the bottom. I know it ...
  A: Cognacs don't change after bottling as the ageing process only takes place in wood, before the ...
value1/26/2009
  Q: I have recently aquired a bottle of Ayala 1942 champagne, and was wondering if there was any ...
  A: This bottle looks in remarkable condition for its age so I suppose someone might want to buy it - ...
1940 Gognac1/25/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of ADSET 1940 VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac. Drink a lot of wine but haven't really ...
  A: That's better! I didn't think of them when I read your original question but Adet Seward were taken ...
Old wine and sherry - is it drinkable?1/25/2009
  Q: We found these cool old bottles of wine in the cellar of our home. I don't think they should ever ...
  A: I don't think these would cause any harm if your son wanted to taste them - if he ever got that far! ...
1940 Gognac1/25/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of ADSET 1940 VSOP Fine Champagne Cognac. Drink a lot of wine but haven't really ...
  A: I've never heard of this maker so perhaps it's the name of a merchant who bought it from a Cognac ...
Port Wine1/24/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of vintage 1926 Port. Big bold letters says Rich Full Port. Shipped by da Silva. ...
  A: This is a curiosity because I didn't know that da Silva declared a '26 VP as it wasn't a very good ...
Value of Wine1/24/2009
  Q: I have two bottles of Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton-Cadet wines. One is 1985 Bordeaux and the ...
  A: I'm sorry but Mouton-Cadet is a brand of table wines produced by the large Baron Philippe de ...
curious about bordeaux1/23/2009
  Q: 2 bottles of bordeaux bottle read as follow. baron philippe de rothschild s.a,mouton-cadet,one is ...
  A: I'm afraid Mouton-Cadet is a brand of low-cost blended table wines produced by the large negotiant ...
identification/value1/23/2009
  Q: I was able to reference 1 of the 2 bottles I recently purchased from an estate. I can't find ...
  A: I'm afraid many properties bend the truth slightly by writing their labels as 'LaTour' or some such ...
imported port1/22/2009
  Q: David,I have a bottle of Fine Dom Port,Five Crown. 1927 vintage 20% by volume,copyright 1934 and ...
  A: This is from one of the greatest of all Port vintages so it could have substantial value to ...
Champagne value1/22/2009
  Q: How much is a boxed bottle of 1979 louis roederer crystal champagne brut worth? And also a boxed ...
  A: The value of old Champagne is difficult to estimate without sight of the bottles as much depends on ...
Vintage Prot Valuation1/22/2009
  Q: David, Could you please give me a valuation for a 1970 Vintage bottle of Port (The supplier is ...
  A: This is from a very fine vintage but I'm afraid Gonzalez Byass are better known as a Sherry house ...
mumm champagne1/22/2009
  Q: I wonder if you can help me. Im based in Bourne end in Buckinghmashire & I have a boxed, 3 magnum ...
  A: Assuming these are pristine in terms of level, labels and capsules I'd expect J Straker Chadwick's ...
Value1/22/2009
  Q: I recently recieved a bottle of whine and was just wondering what its value might be and if it is ...
  A: I don't think you'll be able to get a realistic valuation of this without entering it - ...
Value1/21/2009
  Q: I recently recieved a bottle of whine and was just wondering what its value might be and if it is ...
  A: I'll be happy to help you get an approximate valuation but can't do anything unless you tell me ...
Rene Lalou Champange1/21/2009
  Q: can you help me with a value of a bottle from 1969. i live in Riverside, Ca and would be willing to ...
  A: This is one of the top Prestige Cuvées and was only produced in the period 1966 - 1985, until Mumm ...
1979 Pieroth-Trocken Guldentaler Honigberg kabinett1/21/2009
  Q: I have several bottles of Pieroth-Trocken 1979 Guldentaler Honigberg Kabinett, region Nahe, Germany. ...
  A: I don't think these would be easy to sell - although I can't be sure as you haven't told me where ...
1981 Moet & Chandon Brut 750 ml1/21/2009
  Q: Does it have a collectors value and if so what would it be worth. Thankyou
  A: I don't think much value remains in this in wine terms as most buyers prefer Champagne considerably ...
veuve clicquot1/20/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of veuve clicquot ponsardin 1973. I wondered if it has any value and if so, how do i ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't see any great value in what is now a very old Champagne from a rather ordinary ...
Ets. Saint Ferdinand1/19/2009
  Q: I was wondering if you know if my bottle of Ets. Saint Ferdinand is worth anything? Its a Courtin ...
  A: Macons are usually at their best drunk fairly young and always in the first 10 years. However, ...
villadoria barolo reserva speciale 19741/17/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of villadoria barolo reserva speciale 1974. It is in an unusual presentation bottle ...
  A: I'm afraid fancy bottles of Italian wines are always made for sale as tourist souvenirs - displaying ...
Martell Cognac Brandy1/17/2009
  Q: Sorry David, I forgot to tell you where I live with my last question. I am in Connecticut, USA. ...
  A: Spirits such as your Martell Cognac are bottled after ageing in wood and last unchanged virtually ...
wine and migraines1/17/2009
  Q: I am 35 years of age and haven't always had migraines. I love champagne and wine but because of the ...
  A: I'm not qualified to offer advice in response to this question but the onset of a migraine reaction ...
cuvee dom perignon 19761/16/2009
  Q: It is in its original green box and paper wrapper. There is slight damage to the box (one corner on ...
  A: This was a fine Champagne in its day but many buyers would prefer not to risk buying a DP of this ...
Cristal Brut 19701/16/2009
  Q: I just found an un-opened bottle of Louis Roederer Cristal Brut Vintage 1970. Was this a good year ...
  A: 1970 was a fairly good year for Champagnes but they are all way past their best after so long - even ...
1957 bordeaux1/15/2009
  Q: I have a 1957 Grand Cru Classe, chateau Angelus, Bordeaux...when should it be opened or is it too ...
  A: I'm sorry but this wasn't a very good vintaqge so I'm afraid you've missed the drinking window for ...
Wine Quality/Value1/15/2009
  Q: I have a few bottles of wine that I would like to know the approximate valuation of. Since I know ...
  A: 1988 was a fairly good year so there would be a reasonable chance that this St-E could still be good ...
Perrier Champagne1/14/2009
  Q: I have a 6000 ml bottle of Joseph Perrier Champagne.It appears to be from the first third of the ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a valuation figure for this as, although large-format bottles of old ...
Port valuation1/13/2009
  Q: I wish I had the bottle in front of me, but here goes with the info I have. My father in law has a ...
  A: This is a curiosity because 1944 wasn't a great vintage and Gonzalez Byass were never a great Port ...
Wine Value1/13/2009
  Q: I have a 1969 Chateau Lafite Rothschild Bordeaux wine, it has been carefully stored during this ...
  A: I'm sorry but 1969 was an appalling vintage so no, I wouldn't think this is "still" good because it ...
Taylor's Tawny Port1/12/2009
  Q: I live in London and have recently been given a bottle of "Taylor's 20 Years Old Tawny Port", the ...
  A: Tawnies 'with a statement of age' are bottled to suit market demands by assembling a blend from ...
Bollinger Tradition 19731/11/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Bollinger Tradition 1973 in original box given to me as a gift by Christian Bizot ...
  A: I'm sorry but this is now very old for a Champagne; what a shame you didn't drink it soon after you ...
Vintage wine value1/10/2009
  Q: David, I have inherited some vintage wine (listed below), can you give me an idea what the value ...
  A: I'm sorry but this is a list of very old wines, mostly from poor vintages, that your benefactor ...
Valuation1/10/2009
  Q: I was given a bottle of CHATEAU PONTET-CANET 1989 in a presentation box for the millenium from one ...
  A: You'd be able to replace this today for £46, plus about £15 for the presentation box and delivery, ...
Marcialla RedWine / Zoni DI1/8/2009
  Q: I have what looks like a presidential Donkey decanter The lable reads RED WINE / ZONA DI/ Marcialla ...
  A: This sounds like a tourist souvenir you gran bought while on holiday in Italy - or perhaps a present ...
1982 bordeaux1/8/2009
  Q: A friend had shown me a bottle of 1982 Chateau de Cortis. Her deceased husband had purchased two ...
  A: I have never heard of this wine and can find no reference to it in any of my books or on-line. That ...
1964 and 2004 wines1/8/2009
  Q: You're right - I don't want to spend €400 in fact I was thinking of maybe around €100, I would pay a ...
  A: Had you thought of Port? Q. do Vesuvio's '04 seduced me to buy a case and is excellent value IMHO ...
A.de Luze & Fils1/8/2009
  Q: I wondered if you can tell me if the bottle I have is worth keeping...The label reads A.de Luze & ...
  A: As you are in the UK, it might be easier to start by contacting The Whisky Exchange ...
Information on Prasidenten-Gold1/7/2009
  Q: Good Evening David, I was wondering if you can provide any information including value on a 750 ML ...
  A: I'm sorry but German sparkling wine - or "Sekt" - isn't a wine made for keeping so this is several ...
A.de Luze & Fils1/7/2009
  Q: I wondered if you can tell me if the bottle I have is worth keeping...The label reads A.de Luze & ...
  A: This is certainly worth keeping as Cognacs keep virtually indefinitely, but vintage-dated ones are ...
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 19561/7/2009
  Q: In clearing out my late Fathers possessions I have found a bottle of the above in the coat cupboard! ...
  A: I'm afraid this was an atrocious vintage - which might account for your father never opening it! ...
chateauneuf1/7/2009
  Q: 1984 Chateauneuf-du-pape (vintage selection - St Michael) produced abd bottled by famille J R QUIOT ...
  A: I'm sorry but Vignobles Jérôme Quiot is a large negotiant who blends and bottles wines for many ...
Dom Perignon Champagne1/7/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon Cuvee Dom Perignon 1988 Vintage (Brut) Champagne. It is still in ...
  A: This was a very good vintage but I don't know of a retailer in SA who stocks this DP so I can't ...
Valuation1/7/2009
  Q: I have a bottle of 1964 Moet & Chandon Champagne Curvee Dom Perignon in excellent condition. It has ...
  A: This was a good DP in its day but its value after so long will depend on how cool you stored it. ...
1964 and 2004 wines1/7/2009
  Q: You're right - I don't want to spend €400 in fact I was thinking of maybe around €100, I would pay a ...
  A: I suggest you contact Fine and Rare (http://www.frw.co.uk/) and ask what they could do within your ...
SO SLEEPY 21/7/2009
  Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does wine make you sleepy? Thanks ANSWER: Hi ...
  A: Yes; the body's reaction to alcohol is much the same, however concentrated it is. Table wine has a ...
SO SLEEPY1/7/2009
  Q: I was wondering would you please explain to me: why does wine make you sleepy? Thanks
  A: In brief, because alcohol, specifically ethanol, is a potent central nervous system depressant, with ...
wine1/6/2009
  Q: i have a bottle of 1957 white wine the label reads castelli frascati romani made by ...
  A: I'm sorry but Frascati is a light table wine intended for drinking within a few months of release - ...
Moet Chandon Dom Perignon 19801/6/2009
  Q: a friend has an unopened bottle of Moet Chandon Dom Perignon 1980....he has kept it refrigerated ...
  A: I'm afraid '80 wasn't a very good vintage in Champagne and much DP was bought fairly cheaply for ...
Cheminaud Fine Brandy...1/5/2009
  Q: My question isn't about wine, but since the wine category is the closest to it, here it is... My ...
  A: Spirits don't change at all after bottling so this should be exactly the same as when your godfather ...
old champagne1/5/2009
  Q: How can I sell a single bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, vintage 1942? And what would it be ...
  A: This was a good vintage but is now very old indeed for any Champagne. It could possibly be of ...
Value of wine1/5/2009
  Q: I have bottle Chateau d'Emeringes 1989. Beaujolais-Villages Primeur.Does this have any value? I am ...
  A: Beaujolais Villages Primeur should be drunk young, within the first year of the vintage, but can be ...
Identify wine (if possible)1/4/2009
  Q: Several years ago my cousin gave me six bottles of unlabeled wine from Italy. I would like to know ...
  A: Try this: http://www.cantinedragani.it/index.php?option=com_frontpage&Itemid=1 Anything from ...
1962 magnum dom perignon1/3/2009
  Q: I am in studio city, california. I have called numerous high end liquor stores in beverly hills and ...
  A: This was a very fine Champagne in its time but it isn't easy to value wine of this age without ...
Krug Champagne 19621/2/2009
  Q: I also have a bottle of champagne, 1962 extra sec, Krug & co. private cuvee, Reims, France. It ...
  A: I think it could be very worthwhile contacting any merchant offering single bottles of any ...
champagne1/1/2009
  Q: I live in the south west - bristol. Have found 2 bottles of old looking champagne - 1. Charles ...
  A: I'm afraid lofts are the worst possible places to store wines as they will cook in summer and freeze ...
Brut Imperial Moet & Chandon vintage 1964 champagne1/1/2009
  Q: My husband purchased a bottle of this champagne for our wedding night in 1971. We did not drink it ...
  A: I'm afraid there is little chance that this will still be enjoyable after so long and I can't see it ...
Does this wine have any value1/1/2009
  Q: While cleaning, I found a bottle of wine. This is what is on the lable. 1971 Gancia Valpolicella ...
  A: I think your assessment is spot on: 1: Valpolicella is made for drinking young, while its freshness ...
Champagne1/1/2009
  Q: David thanks for your response the label just says product of France. It was given to my wife's ...
  A: I'll repeat your original question for the benefit of other readers: "I have been given 2 bottles ...
value of 40 yr old btl of Muscadet (se boit frais)1/1/2009
  Q: We were given a 40 year old btl of Muscadet wine (France). On the back side of the btl is a label ...
  A: I'm afraid Muscadet isn't intended for ageing so this is now decades past its time. I hate to ...
Dom Perginon Vintage 19551/1/2009
  Q: My father-in-law has one bottle of this great champagne. He claims that 1955 was the best year ever. ...
  A: 1955 was indeed a good Champagne vintage but I think FIL may be optimistic with the 'best year ever' ...
1980 Certified Bottle of KWV Cabernet Sauvignon12/31/2008
  Q: Just curious to know if this is so? Kind regards Lynda ANSWER: Hi Lynda, KWV wines don't fetch ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't find anything useful to add as this wine dates from the era when KWV was a ...
A bottle of Chateau Maillard12/31/2008
  Q: I own a bottle of '64 Chateau Maillard and I wasn't able to find the current price for it (if a ...
  A: I'm not surprised that you can't find a price for this as minor Bordeaux such as this probably ...
champagne12/31/2008
  Q: My dad gave me a bottle of 1973 La Royale champagne approximately 20 years ago. The bottle also has ...
  A: I'm afraid this is now very old for what it is so it's a shame you didn't share it with your dad! ...
1929 bordeaux12/31/2008
  Q: My father has a 1929 A.de Luze & Fils "Graves Superieur" Bordeaux wine that he was wondering about ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't see any value in any negotiant blend of Graves Sup of such an age, although it ...
Chateau Laroque 199012/30/2008
  Q: I've been offered a Chateau Laroque Bordeaux bottle. Label Description: Chateau Laroque 1990 ...
  A: I'm afraid I've never tasted this but my instinct suggests caution as it was a ripe, early-maturing ...
Champagne valuation12/30/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1969 Louis Roederer Cristal Brut which was given to me as a wedding present 20 ...
  A: I'm afraid '69 was a rather ordinary Champagne vintage and I'm not confident that your Cristal will ...
wine12/30/2008
  Q: I am Stephen. I had asked Tracy to make contact with you to start the leg work. The Leoville is ...
  A: The star here, by a distance, is the Las Cases as this was one of the best Second Growths of an ...
1980 Certified Bottle of KWV Cabernet Sauvignon12/29/2008
  Q: Just curious to know if this is so? Kind regards Lynda
  A: KWV wines don't fetch high prices in the UK I'm afraid so I can't see why this bottle was thought to ...
Charmes-Chambertin 1921 Wine12/29/2008
  Q: I recently acquired a bottle of wine at an estate sale on the gold coast of Long Island, NY. ...
  A: 'Potentially' is the keyword in your question as Barolet wines attract very high prices at auction ...
Wine Value12/29/2008
  Q: My parents have recently been given a 1954 bottle of Louis Latour Maison Fondee by an old friend. ...
  A: I'm sorry but Louis Latour is a very large firm of Burgundy-based negotiants, or merchants, and I'd ...
port12/29/2008
  Q: The cork is dry and all intacked. The seller at the winery assured us that it was fine and was a ...
  A: It was a lovely idea of your relation to buy you a Port for Christmas and I hope you'll invite ...
Wine intake12/29/2008
  Q: I have got Cabernet Red Wine. his is the first time I am taking wine. Request you to pleas let me ...
  A: Red wines are not normally diluted as that would spoil the balance of fruit, tannin, alcohol and ...
Red Wine 197012/28/2008
  Q: From my late father-in-law I have received 2 bottles: 1) Chateau Pontet Canet 1970 Cruse & Fils ...
  A: I'd have more confidence about the Pontet-Canet as this is from a far better vintage but both are ...
Were can I sell and how much is it worth12/28/2008
  Q: I have a perfect 3 bottle box set of Vintage 1985 Dom Perignon. It has been properly stored since I ...
  A: I think Magnum Wines (http://www.magnumwines.com/), Hart Davis Hart (http://www.hdhwine.com/) and ...
graf zoltan 200512/28/2008
  Q: do you know how much a single bottle is worth my sister was left 6 cases
  A: This is difficult to value for resale as Graf Zoltan is a brand of the Pieroth party-plan sales ...
Chevalier de Bayard12/27/2008
  Q: I know you feel this Herault is overpriced, so do you have a suggestion for a similar wine? Since I ...
  A: If you want to explore alternatives from the Languedoc I think you'll do better to go to a merchant ...
Advice on the few bottles of wine and liquors12/27/2008
  Q: I'm not an expert on wines or liquors (apart from having tasted a few of them). Yesterday I was ...
  A: I'm afraid whoever told you that 'wines. spirits and liquors will taste better as they age' ...
Wine Valuation Chateau Latour12/27/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1983 Chateau Latour ( Prem Gran Cru Classe ) Pauillac that I am thinking of ...
  A: Assuming pristine condition in terms of level, label and capsule, I think you might hope for a sale ...
vintage champagne12/26/2008
  Q: I have been given a bottle of moet et chandon champagne cuvee dom perignon vintage 1973 when my baby ...
  A: The value of such an old Champagne will depend on the storage conditions and won't be really ...
1959 Bottle of Rose d' Anjou12/26/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of the wine mentioned in the subject line. Does this wine have any ...
  A: There's not much I can say about this bottle without knowing the maker but it is a sweetish Rosé ...
chianti campani12/25/2008
  Q: we have a bottle that is one pint of Chianti Campani, it says that it is vintage 1954 and it is kind ...
  A: I'm sorry but fancy bottles of Italian wines are commonplace as they are often offered in tourist ...
Is my inventory worthless?12/25/2008
  Q: I work for a hotel in the southwest and currently have a large supply of Moet Chandon White Star ...
  A: The very reputable auctioneers Bonhams have a representative local to you: ...
Is my inventory worthless?12/24/2008
  Q: I work for a hotel in the southwest and currently have a large supply of Moet Chandon White Star ...
  A: 'White Star' is Moet's extra dry non-vintage Champagne, I.E decidedly off-dry when compared with ...
Courvoisier Napolean 3 star Cognac12/24/2008
  Q: David, we have been given a bottle of Courvoisier Napolean 3 star Cognac 70% proof with a volume ...
  A: I'm afraid 3-star Cognacs aren't much sought-after by collectors as they are widely available in ...
St Emilion Baron Philippe 198512/23/2008
  Q: we have a bottle of 1985 St Emilion Baron Philippe de Rothchild Bordeaux. As far as I know the ...
  A: I'm afraid you would find it difficult to sell a single bottle of any negotiant (merchant) blend of ...
Graf Istvan12/23/2008
  Q: Where can I purchase Graf Istvan or something very very similar please but not through Pieroth ...
  A: I can't suggest a specific merchant near you without knowing where you are but most reputable ones ...
Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque 198812/22/2008
  Q: Good afternoon, I have a bottle Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque 1988 - is still drinkable and what would ...
  A: This is from a very fine vintage so it should still be lovely if you've stored it properly - lying ...
Vintage Port12/22/2008
  Q: I live in Vancouver B.C. Canada. Also picked up a bottle on 1985 Vintage Port (Royalo Oporto Wine ...
  A: I can't be precise on this as there is no retailer listing in Canada for this vintage but, basing my ...
Wine Valuation12/21/2008
  Q: The wine I have is a 1977 St. Emilion Baron Phillippe de Rothschild. I live in Houston, Texas. The ...
  A: I'm sorry not to have better news for you but this is a blended St Emilion made in an appalling year ...
Cruse Bordeaux Wine12/21/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Cruse Bordeaux. There is no year printed on the label. It does say: ...
  A: There's not much to say about this: 'Appellation Bordeaux Controlee' simply means it was made ...
Valuation12/21/2008
  Q: I have acquired a bottle of: Burgundy Victorian Hermitage & Mondeuse 1970 Bin No 209 Bottled in the ...
  A: I'm afraid this was made in a period when Australian winemaking and labelling was a laughing stock ...
value of bottle of cognac12/21/2008
  Q: David, I received two bottles of cognac when my aunt passed away and was wondering the value. On ...
  A: I'm afraid old Cognacs are difficult to value as some wine auctioneers decline spirits. However, ...
approx values of wine found stored in basement12/20/2008
  Q: I live in the States, recently came across the following wines that have been stored in a relatives ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't see a value in any of these: 1957 was a very poor vintage in St-Emilion and ...
Porto Rocha 150th Anniversary Old Tawny12/18/2008
  Q: I have a 500ml wedge shaped bottle of Port in an oak box. "150th Anniversary" is printed vertically ...
  A: A): I'm afraid I can neither confirm nor deny this but I have seen the claim too so it may well be ...
champagne valuation12/16/2008
  Q: I have got a bottle of J.Demaret-Fagot Champagne from the Rilly la Montagne region. I was given it ...
  A: Champagnes from small producers like Demaret-Fagot are often at least as good as those from some of ...
Dom Perignon12/15/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon 1979 that has been for the most part stored in my basement. I live ...
  A: This is an interesting question because I didn't know that Moet released a DP '79. So, sorry but I ...
Don Corleone Wine12/15/2008
  Q: I have recently discovered 6 cases of a wine in an abandoned basement. The wine is from Italia ...
  A: I'm afraid Soave and Valpolicella aren't intended for long ageing - added to which commemorative or ...
Borges&Irmao S.A.R.L. 1963 Vintage port12/15/2008
  Q: We have a bottle of this port - Borges * Irmao S.A.R.L. vintage port, Alto Douro, 1963 and wonder ...
  A: This is from a famous vintage from which the stars such as Fonseca are drinking beautifully now and ...
1988 Dom Perignon12/15/2008
  Q: I have a 1988 bottle of Dom Perignon in a sealed box. I've kept it in a cool dark cupboard if that ...
  A: This fine DP should be at its peak if you've kept it lying down in a cool dark place - and yes, it ...
Value12/12/2008
  Q: I have one bottle of Veuve cliquot Ponsardin 1970 brut Queens Silver Jubilee Champagne in top ...
  A: I'm afraid the value of such old Champagne as this is difficult to quote as it is no longer ...
Schofield 1922 Port12/12/2008
  Q: When clearing my mothers estate I came across a bottle of 1922 vintage Schofields Port. It has no ...
  A: I'd start by contacting this very reputable merchant in Clitheroe: ...
Pieroth 1971 Ausbruch12/12/2008
  Q: Mr. Ling I am cleaning out the cellar and found a Pieroth 1971 Ausbruch Szigetvar-Inserburger ...
  A: In a word "no"! This might have been enjoyable around 1975/80 if you like the German style of sweet ...
1977 Rothschild Mouton-Cadet12/11/2008
  Q: Is the following of value in taste and/or dollars? Baron Philippe deRothschild Mouton-Cadet Bordeaux ...
  A: I'm afraid Mouton Cadet is a commercial blend from a large negotiant, or merchant, that's produced ...
Value of wine12/11/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of wine that I would like to sell. The first is a 1947 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. ...
  A: I could only suggest 'ballpark' valuations for rarities in this class as so much depends on the ...
Schofield 1922 Port12/11/2008
  Q: When clearing my mothers estate I came across a bottle of 1922 vintage Schofields Port. It has no ...
  A: This must have a value to Port enthusiasts as I only know of this shipper by name so it has a ...
some wine that I have aquired12/10/2008
  Q: can you plse give me an idea on the quality and value ? 3 bots Gaudet St Julien 1983 - St ...
  A: I can't think of a London merchant or auctioneer who would help you as the quantities and potential ...
some wine that I have aquired12/10/2008
  Q: can you plse give me an idea on the quality and value ? 3 bots Gaudet St Julien 1983 - St ...
  A: I can't help with values without knowing where you are as they vary so much around the world, but ...
Old Vintage Port Government House 196312/9/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Old Vintage Port from the company Sedewicks & Co Cape Town South Africa and would ...
  A: I'm afraid South African pseudo-Ports don't enjoy the same reputation as the real stuff, which only ...
Croft 1980 Port Valuation12/9/2008
  Q: My Father purchased me 2 cases of Croft port in the year that i was born, I have now been advised ...
  A: I didn't know that Croft released a Vintage Port in 1980 so I assume you have their Quinta da Roeda? ...
chapagne valuation12/8/2008
  Q: my wife has been given a bottle of geismann epernay brut 1964.the year she was born.which one would ...
  A: 1964 was a fine vintage for Champagnes as well as for wives but I think the latter will have aged ...
mumm grand cordon special cuvee 199012/8/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of mumm special cuvee grand cordon 1990. They both have numbers on, one is 005 ...
  A: These are Mumm's flagship Champagnes and I don't think you'd be able to replace them for less than ...
quality of my wine12/8/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Barbaresco GIRI 1969 Is it worth drinking if it has appropriately stored
  A: I'm afraid this is now an old wine - even for a Barbaresco, which can last for 20 years or more if ...
don perrinon12/7/2008
  Q: i've a bottle of don perignon 1976 in presentation box in very good condition . firstly how much is ...
  A: I think you could expect this to sell for around £300 if it is in perfect condition and suggest you ...
perrier jouet12/6/2008
  Q: I have acquired a gift box of Brut Champagne Fleur De Champagne Cuvee Belle Epoque 1989 750ml ...
  A: I think you'd probably have to pay at least $250 to replace this set, if you could find one. ...
Help with possible value12/5/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1993 Domaine Long Depaquit Chablis Premier Cru Les Vaillons. This bottle is a ...
  A: I'm afraid '93 was a difficult vintage in Chablis and I don't think Long Depaquit made any of the ...
Red Wine - price range US$60-8012/4/2008
  Q: I was looking for a very good bottle of wine that is available in the New York (City) area within a ...
  A: I think Ch Sociando-Mallet 2000 would fit your needs well as this is an excellent vintage and a ...
Wine Valuation and Where to sell12/2/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of wine that I was given 10 years ago and would like to see if they are worth ...
  A: I usually pass on questions about Italian wines because the field is so big and complex but I can ...
1947 Port question12/2/2008
  Q: We received a bottle of port from a neighbor who was moving cross country and was unloading his ...
  A: This is an aged Tawny from a superb vintage, or 'Colheita' in portspeak, and of considerable value ...
Taittinger champagne selection question12/2/2008
  Q: Sir, My wife has requested a bottle of Taittinger champagne for her birthday. Although we ...
  A: Taittinger are a large producer with extensive distribution so you should be able to find this at ...
Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port, 197712/1/2008
  Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
  A: Again! (Hope you get it this time.)Hi David, Sorry to be a pain - but once again, no link was ...
Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 197712/1/2008
  Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
  A: I suggest you contact Tech Support as your problem seems to be something to do with the site - or ...
Dom Perignon 198212/1/2008
  Q: David. I have a bottle of Dom 1982, unopened, no box that I am interested in selling. I am in ...
  A: This is a fine DP and should be easy to sell if the bottle is pristine in terms of level, capsule ...
Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 197712/1/2008
  Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
  A: Copy as requested: Hi Hardeep, This case is probably worth around £350 at auction. Your easiest ...
Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 197712/1/2008
  Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
  A: This case is probably worth around £350 at auction. Your easiest sale route in the UK would be to ...
Lafite wine11/30/2008
  Q: Lafite-Rothschild Pauillac v. chateau lafite Which wines are better?
  A: The full name of the great Pauillac First Growth is 'Château Lafite-Rothschild' but the owners, ...
WInes circa 1938 - 194011/30/2008
  Q: David -- Please excuse me. I ask this question of you before and lost the answer. Nor could I find ...
  A: I remember Marlene asking an interesting question about wine that would have been served around that ...
is my wine worth anything11/30/2008
  Q: i have a couple of bottles of wine which i had for quite a while could you please tell me if you ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't see much value in the Chianti, which is probably too old now, or the St-E, which ...
Offley Boa Vista, Vintage Port 197711/30/2008
  Q: I have recently found a case, intact, of the above in my father's garage. He used to own an off ...
  A: This is a nice, mature, VP and it would be easy to sell in most countries at a price rather below ...
1972 chateau martinet11/29/2008
  Q: I recently found a bottle of chateau martinet (appellation sables saint emilion controlee CRU ...
  A: I'm afraid the best time to have enjoyed this wine was probably before the 1980s as '72 was an awful ...
Graf Istivan11/29/2008
  Q: can you recommend a wine similar to pieroth graf istvan that i can purchase from a retailer in ...
  A: You would probably do best to go into your local Oddbins and ask them to advise from whatever full ...
Valuation11/29/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1955 Heidsieck & Co, Dry Monopole champagne and was wondering if it was of any ...
  A: I'm sorry but I don't see any value in a Champagne of this age, simply because few people would want ...
Mouton Cadet 2 bottle gift box 1988, 198911/29/2008
  Q: Just recently found a 2 bottle box set of Mouton-Cadet Appellation Bordeaux Controlee Two Bottle ...
  A: These are low-priced commercial wines from a large Bordeaux merchant and are now well past their ...
value of wine11/29/2008
  Q: I would like to know the value of a 1976 Chateau Mouton Baronne Philippe, Pauillac. I would like to ...
  A: I'll be happy to help with an approximate valuation and appropriate sale route but can't suggest ...
Valuation11/28/2008
  Q: I have a bogtle of dom perignon 1976 and Dom Perignon 1971. I am interested in selling them and ...
  A: I think WineCommune will be the best and easiest sale route for anyone in PA as I don't think your ...
french wine value/ when to drink11/28/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of chateauneuf du pape domaine de saint prefert 1997. that I bought in Chateaneuf ...
  A: As this was an average vintage in CdP and Ste Prefert had a reputation for producing relatively ...
1979 Krug11/27/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Krug (1979 vintage) that was purchased from the Chicago Wine Company about ...
  A: It's very honourable of you to be concerned that the eventual buyer might be unhappy with the Krug ...
wine price11/27/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of Mirafiore wine(Chianti classico) produced & bottled in Italy by Soc.An.Mirafiore ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't see any value in these bottles - apart from whatever you think they are worth as ...
port11/27/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Offley Port Baron de Forrester "1975 Reserve", bottled in 1999. I received it ...
  A: This is a well-regarded 'Colheita' or aged Tawny from a single vintage so it should be at a peak now ...
1979 Krug11/27/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Krug (1979 vintage) that was purchased from the Chicago Wine Company about ...
  A: This has now appreciated substantially and I doubt if the quality of your bottle would be in doubt, ...
Valuation11/27/2008
  Q: I have a bogtle of dom perignon 1976 and Dom Perignon 1971. I am interested in selling them and ...
  A: I'll be happy to help with an approximate valuation and suggest a sale route for you but this would ...
chevalier montrachet11/26/2008
  Q: sorry i didnt say where i was, i live in birmingham england.And have some bottles of louis latour ...
  A: Dunno what happened here but I answered this on the 22nd, although there's no record that you have ...
Quality of wine11/25/2008
  Q: My knowledge of wines is very limited, so please bear with me. I live in the UK, and I have a ...
  A: I'm afraid your friend probably won't appreciate this as a gift: 1: The country wines from the Oc ...
sandeman vintage port 196611/24/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of this port and would like to know how much, if anything you think it is worth? ...
  A: I would expect J Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny - who operate nationally - to suggest a catalogue ...
sandeman vintage port 196611/24/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of this port and would like to know how much, if anything you think it is worth? ...
  A: This is a lovely Port that is now fully mature so it needs drinking soon. I'll be happy to help ...
Champagne11/23/2008
  Q: I bought a bottle of G+H Mumms Reims cordon rouge vintage 1966 back in 1974 when I turned 18 I payed ...
  A: If you also kept it undisturbed in a dark place at less than 55 deg F since 1974, then there's a ...
1987, barron philippe,11/23/2008
  Q: i received a bottle of wine & i wanted to know its worth.it is a rothschild, red bordeaux, ...
  A: I'll be happy to help with an approximate valuation but this would be meaningless unless you tell me ...
Wine values11/23/2008
  Q: I have three botles of wine that I would like to know the values of. The firat is a 1989 Sebastiani, ...
  A: I'm afraid none of your wines is available anywhere in the US at the moment, in any format, so I ...
Vintage ports11/22/2008
  Q: Hey David, I have recently come into possession of 2 cases of Taylors 1983 Vintage and 2 cases of ...
  A: London Wine Vaults will tell you under what conditions your Ports are being stored. They won't ...
Vintage ports11/21/2008
  Q: Hey David, I have recently come into possession of 2 cases of Taylors 1983 Vintage and 2 cases of ...
  A: I think you may find it easier to sell these IB - assuming they are In Bond now - as this will save ...
French wines11/21/2008
  Q: A neighbour has given me a couple of bottles of wine and told me they are "special". I wonder if ...
  A: I'm afraid these may not be as special as your neighbour thinks: Mouton Cadet is a commercial blend ...
Porto Dalva House Reserve11/20/2008
  Q: we have 6 bottles of 1934 Porto Dalva house Reserve , and 16 bottles of the same from 1940 all are ...
  A: Sorry about your wife's dad. These have a substantial value that is difficult to quantify because ...
Rouyer Guillet11/20/2008
  Q: box of Rouyer Guillet & Cie, Maire de Cognac, 1865 Vintage, Reserve de L'ange. I am located in ...
  A: This is a fine Cognac from a very reputable producer and it has considerable value. But I'm afraid I ...
Paul Masson11/20/2008
  Q: My inlaws were saving 3 bottles of Paul Masson Cabernet Sauvignon for many years. Before they ...
  A: I'm afraid the only value here is whatever you put on these bottles for the memory. Paul Masson was ...
G. H. Mumm Champagne - 192511/19/2008
  Q: I recently acquired an upopened bottle of G. H. Mumm Champagne. The woman I got it from said it was ...
  A: I'm sorry but there is no value as such in a non-vintage Champagne of this age that is so heavily ...
Value of a sauterne11/19/2008
  Q: I'm in NYC, it was purchased in Paris in the 70's at the great wine store on Ave Victor Hugo. Is it ...
  A: 'Suduiraut' (I imagine?) is one of the great First Growths of Sauternes and '67 was a famous vintage ...
Wine value11/18/2008
  Q: I have bottle of Dom Perigon 1990. It is still in it's unopened box. It's sealed. I live in ...
  A: This isn't available from any merchant in OH as far as I can see but retail prices in other States ...
Value of Grange Hermitage11/18/2008
  Q: We live in Canberra Act in Australia. We where given a bottle of Penfolds Grange Hermitage Bin 95, ...
  A: Yes, this has a bit of value. Replacement would cost you around AU$450 so I suggest you invite your ...
Valuation11/17/2008
  Q: I live in New Zealand and was given a bottle of Chateau Haut Brion 1977. I've struggled to find a ...
  A: Laroche Bel Air is from the Premieres Cotes, an outlying Bordeaux district that can be very ...
Chevalier de Bayard wine11/17/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of wine I received as a gift many years ago. I never opened it. Just wondered if ...
  A: This was an appalling vintage in France and I'm afraid there's no possibility of this wine, which is ...
Another Wierd Wine11/16/2008
  Q: With the other wine I asked a question about not too long ago, I found another wine I can't find on ...
  A: Jean Soleil is a well respected producer in Puisseguin - an important satellite adjoining St-E to ...
Mysterious Wine11/16/2008
  Q: I recently found an old bottle of wine in the basement (good storage - no light about 11-10 degrees ...
  A: Co-operatives don't usually produce wines for long ageing so I'm afraid this may be past its best by ...
BOLLINGER R. D. 197511/16/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of the above champagne. It is not opened the seal is still in tact but there is ...
  A: There isn't another bottle available in the UK at the moment but younger vintages range from about ...
1970 Vintage Port11/15/2008
  Q: the following and updated my question with more info as requested, but you repeated your original ...
  A: Dunno what happened here! I answered your follow-up promptly but you don't seem to have read the ...
Vintage Port11/15/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of vintage port, both Grahams. One says MALVEDOS 1995, bottled 1995 in Oporto. And ...
  A: You could probably replace the Malvedos for around £25, plus VAT, but the stunning '70 VP would cost ...
BOLLINGER R. D. 197511/15/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of the above champagne. It is not opened the seal is still in tact but there is ...
  A: I'm afraid sediment in Champagne isn't a good sign so I think this is now too old to offer the ...
Vintage Port11/15/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of vintage port, both Grahams. One says MALVEDOS 1995, bottled 1995 in Oporto. And ...
  A: I'll be happy to help but valuations are meaningless unless you tell me where you are and say if you ...
wine11/14/2008
  Q: David, I found your name as I was searching for a place to value/sell some individual botts of wine ...
  A: I'm sorry this wasn't clear: Instructions by Expert: '... Q's about values and selling MUST ...
Valuation - Please11/13/2008
  Q: I live in central Scotland and I was looking for a rough valuation for a bottle of Brut Imperial ...
  A: This would probably cost around £35 to replace but I doubt if you would get that much if you wanted ...
don perignon 85 vintage curvee11/13/2008
  Q: I am from Southend in Essex. On on my 40th birthday, i recieved a bottle of this vintage curvee ...
  A: Sorry your doc won't let you drink this lovely DP, which should have years ahead of it as you've ...
Wine that will age well...11/11/2008
  Q: I read that someone else wanted to know about buying wine for their daughter to save for about 30 ...
  A: This is a lovely idea but you'll have to wait for a couple of years before you can implement it as ...
Selling part of my cellar11/10/2008
  Q: I am located in the Chicago area. I have a fairly extensive collection of Mouton's Margaux's from ...
  A: You've got some nice stuff and its good to hear about such good storage. Very approximately I'd ...
Hennessy11/10/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of Hennessy with an intact tax stamp #45656947, I believe it's probably ...
  A: Very helpful; thanks. VS is the basic Hennessy blend that retails for around $25 per 750ml in CA. ...
Selling part of my cellar11/10/2008
  Q: I am located in the Chicago area. I have a fairly extensive collection of Mouton's Margaux's from ...
  A: A good place for you to start would be to ask Chicago Wine Company (http://www.tcwc.com) to appraise ...
Hennessy11/10/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of Hennessy with an intact tax stamp #45656947, I believe it's probably ...
  A: I can't help with values without knowing where you are; and I'd also need to know which of ...
champagne valuation11/10/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of Moet & Chandon cuvee Dom perignon 1980 vintage, the bottle is boxed and is in ...
  A: I'm afraid '80 was a poor year in Champagne and your DP is now well past it's poor best - although ...
port11/10/2008
  Q: hallo Ik heb een fles port en ik wil grraag weten hoe oud die is. Het is een porto da silva ...
  A: Hoi Tom, Vergeef deze machine translation, maar ik spreek geen Nederlands. Ik ben bang dat het ...
Valuation11/10/2008
  Q: I live in New Zealand and was given a bottle of Chateau Haut Brion 1977. I've struggled to find a ...
  A: I'm afraid this was hardly drinkable ever, at least not in First Growth terms, as this was an ...
Camus cognac11/8/2008
  Q: we have found an old bottle of La Grande Marque cognac at home and would like to know how much it ...
  A: I answered you promptly but there's no record that you have read my reply yet. Anyway this is what ...
Vintage Napoleon Gold Cognac11/8/2008
  Q: I am trying to find out about this bottle of cognac. I had to clean it up to read the label and the ...
  A: I think you should show this bottle to a professional valuer for appraisal as old Cognacs are a ...
Dom Perignon 197611/7/2008
  Q: I have a single bottle of 1976 Dom Perignon which I purchased many years ago at Moet and Chandon in ...
  A: This was a good Champagne vintage but I'm afraid this is probably past its best by now so my ...
very old bottle of Champange11/7/2008
  Q: Can't find an age on it but I am sure its at least 60 years old. The name is G.H. Mumm& Co REIMS ...
  A: I'm afraid there is little possibility that a non-vintage Champagne of this age will still be ...
valuation and condition of wine11/7/2008
  Q: We have a bottle of Chateau Cap de Haut 1970. The U.S. representative is given on the bottle as ...
  A: I'm afraid this is now too old for me to be confident that it will still be enjoyable but you might ...
White Chablis 194311/6/2008
  Q: Hallo David, I´ve been given a bottle of white wine Chablis 1943 - in the middle of World War II -, ...
  A: I don't like the sound of an oozing bottle of such age and I doubt if the fame of the Barolet name ...
1928 Chateau Haut-Brion11/6/2008
  Q: Mr. Ling, I have a couple bottle of wines that I am going to sell. I know absolutely nothing about ...
  A: Please forget the idea of selling these yourself as that would be unlawful in the US. It would cost ...
1928 Chateau Haut-Brion11/6/2008
  Q: Mr. Ling, I have a couple bottle of wines that I am going to sell. I know absolutely nothing about ...
  A: This is a valuable bottle but I can't tell you how valuable without knowing where you are because ...
wine value11/5/2008
  Q: I recently went to a state sales and had opportunity to buy a few bottles of wine that it appears ...
  A: I'm afraid all the wines you list are now rather old for what they are, would be difficult to resell ...
Pauillac 199811/4/2008
  Q: We have a 250cl bottle of Pauillac 1998. Exclusively bottled for Domaines Baron De Rothschild ...
  A: Small bottles from a negotiant - even one with "Lafite" in the name - are never intended for ageing ...
Camus cognac11/4/2008
  Q: we have found an old bottle of La Grande Marque cognac at home and would like to know how much it ...
  A: Old spirits are never easy to value as there is only a limited market for them because they don't ...
wines11/3/2008
  Q: I recently found a bottle of 1964 Bordeaux Cruse from Cruse and Fils Freres. Just curious about it ...
  A: Sorry but I don't think either of these is worth keeping - and you may not find that either contain ...
Where can I sell wine?11/3/2008
  Q: I have a few bottles of wine that I would like to sell. I read one of your posts where you ...
  A: I'd love to have these bottles; it's just that I couldn't afford them as the Latour, in particular, ...
found some wines11/2/2008
  Q: David- I dont know too much about wines but I found a case of french wine recently in my family's ...
  A: Haut Cadet is not a major producer in St-E but '82 was a famous vintage, when even some minor ...
Crofts Vintage Port 195511/2/2008
  Q: I have found a bottle of Crofts Vintage Port 1955 and would like to know its value and possible ...
  A: This is a fine Port from a famous vintage but it is now fully mature and unlikely to appreciate in ...
Where can I sell wine?11/2/2008
  Q: I have a few bottles of wine that I would like to sell. I read one of your posts where you ...
  A: I can't think why you thought I might want to buy either of these but both are valuable wines from ...
roche lacour11/2/2008
  Q: my mother has a bottle of 1988 brut Roche Lacour,methode fraditionnelle, blanc de ...
  A: Roche Lacour is one of the better known brands of Cremant de Limoux from southern France and is one ...
How much is this worth?11/2/2008
  Q: I found a bottle of 1983 Charles Krug Napa Valley Gamay Beaujolais in my Dad's old wine collection. ...
  A: I'm afraid Gamay wines aren't long-lived - even the top wines from Beaujolais - so there's no ...
"Very Rare Cognac"11/1/2008
  Q: The label reads: 4/5 quart Produce of France 80 proof This is bottle No 001511 of the Rare ...
  A: I'm sorry but if this bottle has lost nearly half its original contents through evaporation past a ...
Wine values10/28/2008
  Q: I have the following wines I have been holding onto for 8 years. Can you advise of their value or ...
  A: Sorry about the typo in my first answer; I realised I was commenting on a '92 Burgundy; dunno why I ...
Magnum of Taylors vintage port 197610/27/2008
  Q: I apologise for the lack of information. I live in the west yorkshire region of the United Kingdom. ...
  A: Andrew Hartley Auctions in Ilkley hold their annual wine auction just before Christmas so they might ...
Barsac Wines10/27/2008
  Q: I have recently been given four bottles of 1977 Barsac wines. The label simply says Barsac ...
  A: I'm afraid '77 was an awful vintage throughout Bordeaux and even the great Barsacs like Climens and ...
KWV PORT 1963 LIMITED RELEASE10/26/2008
  Q: I hope you can be of assistance, My husband had a KWV PORT 1963 LIMITED RELEASE PORT. he was given ...
  A: I'm afraid it could be possible that the original valuation has become outdated as I can't imagine ...
Recommend a good birthday wine10/26/2008
  Q: It is my husband's birthday on Tuesday and I have decided the only thing that will bring a smile to ...
  A: Clos du Marquis is the second wine of Leoville Las Cases, probably the best of the Second Growths, ...
Recommend a good birthday wine10/26/2008
  Q: It is my husband's birthday on Tuesday and I have decided the only thing that will bring a smile to ...
  A: This is tricky indeed as you haven't mentioned a budget or said where you are so I have no idea what ...
3 bottles of bordeaux10/26/2008
  Q: however, a friend of mine gave me a 1970 Grand Vin de Chateau Latour; a 1966 Chateau Aboulor ...
  A: No, I don't think it's a fancy "A" but a fancy "M" and that "Aboulor" is actually "Mouton". (See: ...
1937 g-h. mumm gordon rouge champagne10/25/2008
  Q: I own a bottle of 1937 gh mumm gordon rouge champagne that was my grandmother's .It has been stored ...
  A: This was a famous vintage in Champagne so what a pity it wasn't drunk in its prime - say around ...
3 bottles of bordeaux10/25/2008
  Q: however, a friend of mine gave me a 1970 Grand Vin de Chateau Latour; a 1966 Chateau Aboulor ...
  A: The Latour is an immense wine of very considerable value but I can't put a figure on it as you ...
ROYAL WEDDING GOLD10/24/2008
  Q: I WROTE YOU BEFORE AND YOU WERE VERY HELPFUL. I HAVE THE BOTTLE OF THE ROYAL WEDDING GOLD TAG #5851 ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't think of a better suggestion than eBay for a possible valuation of this VERY ...
camus cognac10/24/2008
  Q: i have a litre bottle of cognac Camus celebration la grande marque. bottle number 086021 c. i live ...
  A: Spirit valuations are difficult because there is only a limited demand for re-sale. But I think ...
Valuation of Port10/23/2008
  Q: David I have the following bottles of port: 1. 10 bottles of Cockburn's Quinta Do Tua 1987 Vintage ...
  A: A: I think the Tua is probably fully mature and needs drinking over the next few years as '87 wasn't ...
Value of Vintage 1964 St.Emilion Bordeaux10/22/2008
  Q: I recieved as payment for some drapery cleaning a 1964 Tytell Europa St.Emilion. Is there any value ...
  A: I'm afraid you'd find this difficult to sell in the US (I assume from the importer?) so I can't see ...
values of old bottles of porto10/22/2008
  Q: Hallo! I received from my grandfather two bottles of port and I'd like to know their value; KOPKE ...
  A: EBay Italy is one of the few that accept alcohol so I suggest you have a browse on ...
values of old bottles of porto10/22/2008
  Q: Hallo! I received from my grandfather two bottles of port and I'd like to know their value; KOPKE ...
  A: I'm afraid I can only answer this if you tell me where you are and say if you want to know what it ...
Valuation of wine10/21/2008
  Q: While cleaning my basement I uncovered a bottle of "B&G 1978 Saint-Emilion Mis En Bouteilles Par".It ...
  A: B & G = Barton and Guestier, a very large firm of negotiants (or merchants) originally based in ...
1978 Pieroth10/20/2008
  Q: I recently found a bottle of 1978 Pieroth, Qualitatswein, Blauer Portugieser. Because most of the ...
  A: The Blauer Portugieser is a black grape widely used to make light red wines in the border area ...
Offley - baron of Forrester10/19/2008
  Q: I've a Baron of Forrester "1963 Reserve" bottled in Oporto in 1986. My father gave it to me and said ...
  A: Your Port is of a style known as "Colheita" - an aged Tawny from a single vintage; Offley are ...
valuation of wine10/18/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lalande-Borie ---------Saint-Julien --------------Appellation ...
  A: This is now rather past its best so it's difficult to value without knowing how it's been stored and ...
value of bottle10/18/2008
  Q: I am from Boston,ma and have a 750 ml bottle of 1988 cristal rose by Louis roederer in a wooden box ...
  A: It's difficult to be precise with any wine of this rarity and reputation so forgive me if I suggest ...
Charles Heidsieck Champagne 1962 vintage10/18/2008
  Q: My mum has found a bottle of the above in my late Grandpa's garage. We are wondering whether to ...
  A: I'm afraid there's only a slight chance that a Champagne of this age will still offer the prospect ...
1989 chateau mouton rothschild10/16/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of this wine put away for a special anniversary that comes up every Nov. Wondering ...
  A: I think this should now be at or approaching a peak as most reviewers thought it would evolve ...
1992 Champagne10/15/2008
  Q: Similar to a question that Paul sent you eariler, I too have a bottle of Champagne Cuvee Dom ...
  A: I don't remember a Q about '92 DP recently but replacement cost would be in the order of $250. Your ...
Taylors oporto 197710/14/2008
  Q: Fladgate and Yeatman, Oporto 1977 when I was a child and was wondering how much it is worth? I live ...
  A: This is a very fine Port, as I'm sure you know, and it currently sells for upwards of £725 per case ...
Dow's Port10/13/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of "Dow's 30 Year Old Porto" I purchased in 1989 after having it after ...
  A: This is a high-class Tawny "with a statement of age" - which means it was blended to a style that ...
Chevalier de Bayard valuation10/13/2008
  Q: I just found a bottle of Chevalier de Bayard 1985 Red Grape Wine stored in my basement. It was ...
  A: Chevalier de Bayard is a blended wine from he south of France that's bottled and distributed by ...
E Remy Martin & Co10/12/2008
  Q: Please can you help with the value of a bottle of E Remy Martin & Co Grande Champagne Cognac...It is ...
  A: This is a popular and widely-available Cognac that would cost you around £25 in a presentation pack ...
wine value10/11/2008
  Q: I live in London and have a few botles of wine that I would like valued. I will mention 2 of them as ...
  A: I'm afraid neither of these would be easy to sell at these ages so I don't see significant value at ...
Value and Flavor10/10/2008
  Q: I have a 1981 bottle of Monsieur Henri Chau Yon-Figeac Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classe'. I recieved ...
  A: Yon-Figeac is a well-regarded St-Emilion largely planted with Merlot but with a substantial amount ...
port values10/10/2008
  Q: I have a Penfold 150th anniversary of Western Australia port of special release of 6000 bottles low ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't quote a figure as I can't find a retail listing to guide me - but I don't think ...
1943 champagne10/10/2008
  Q: i just found a case of 1943 champagne. is it ok to open and try
  A: This is now VERY old for Champagne, but it was a good vintage so there is some chance that this will ...
Valuing a bottle of wine10/9/2008
  Q: I have recently come across a bottle of old port and would be interested to hear if you could give ...
  A: I'm afraid 1957 was a poor year for Port; nevertheless Niepoort's Colheitas have a strong following ...
wine valuation10/9/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of wine that I am trying to value for a charitable nonprofit auction. I don't ...
  A: I can't be precise with valuations for these but $15 for the Weissburgunder and $20 for the Eiswein ...
Chateau Pontet-Canet 1923-24?, Chateau Brown Cantenac 192410/7/2008
  Q: In a very dark corner of a wine cellar (Westmount, Quebec) we discovered an unopened case of Chateau ...
  A: These are virtually impossible to value accurately as neither are First Growths and both vintages ...
A career in the wine industry?10/7/2008
  Q: I am a 27 year old women based in Glasgow City Centre. I have worked for the past 10 years in the ...
  A: You don't mention qualifications so I think you should at least get signed-up for a WSET course of ...
Wine10/7/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Commanderie St Johns Cyprus vintage 1927 what can you tell me about the wine I ...
  A: The old sweet wines of Cyprus are much sought-after by wine enthusiasts seeking this style but are ...
1973 chateau mouton baron phillipe pauillac10/4/2008
  Q: My husband received a gift of the 1973 chateau mouton baron phillipe rothschild pauillac, not a ...
  A: I'm afraid I can only answer this fully if you tell me where you are as values and sales ...
Vintage port10/3/2008
  Q: Should vintage port be stored on its side or standing, and should it be recorked at some point? ...
  A: Like most wines, Vintage Port should always be stored lying down in a cool dark place and left ...
Champagne Valuation10/3/2008
  Q: I have a 750ml bottle of vintage Louis Roederer Cristal Rose Champagne from the year 1995. It is in ...
  A: Good to hear this is still in its light-protective wrapper as this is crucial to the resale value of ...
Cruse & Fils Freres10/2/2008
  Q: After hurricane Ike roared through Houston, Texas, one of my neighbors discovered a very interesting ...
  A: Pouilly Fuisse is a famous and popular appellation of the Maconnais, which lies just north of ...
Bisquit cognac10/1/2008
  Q: I would appreciate your estimate of the value of my bottle of Bisquit Cognac. Pictures are ...
  A: This is a difficult one because: !: I don't like the look of the colour or level you've shown me in ...
Wine valuation, Dom Perignon 19479/28/2008
  Q: I have a Dom Perignon, vintage 1947. We are planning to move to a smaller house and I have no good ...
  A: You don't need to find your own appraiser as WineCommune will do the necessary as part of their ...
Wine valuation, Dom Perignon 19479/28/2008
  Q: I have a Dom Perignon, vintage 1947. We are planning to move to a smaller house and I have no good ...
  A: Yes, there could be a bit of value here. Actually, if - and only if - this bottle has been ...
Champagne9/24/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of Rene Lalou 1961 Champagne a few years back. Is it worth keeping or could I ...
  A: there's no doubt about the date, eh, so that's interesting. I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's ...
1959 Yago Rioja Santiago Wine9/24/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of 1959 Yago Rioja Santiago Wine. Is it worth anything? Thanks
  A: Sorry but this Rioja would now be far too old to have a value, even if it were from a top producer, ...
value of wine9/23/2008
  Q: 1 each: 1968 Cos d' Estournel Saint-Estephe, 3 1970 bottles all A de Luze & Fils Pinot Noir, Cotes ...
  A: I'm sorry you expected a fuller answer but I might have been able to say more if you had complied ...
Quinta do Noval 19709/23/2008
  Q: I got two bottles of 'Quinta do Noval 1970' for my christening in 1984 and I have never found the ...
  A: Lucky you! This fine vintage is now fully mature so you're right that it's decision time: ...
1984 domaine de contenson9/22/2008
  Q: ive 2 bottles of wine the first is a 1984 domaine de contenson and the second a chateau ladesvignes ...
  A: These are both country wines from southern France and as such will probably have been at their best ...
red wine capsule tops9/22/2008
  Q: can you please shed some light into the colour codes on the top of the capsules on french red wine ...
  A: Many commercial wine producers in many countries use different colours on their capsules and labels ...
italian wine9/22/2008
  Q: We have a bottle of Chianti Magni Italian wine vintage 1975 in a bottle with a Lione's head on the ...
  A: You are describing a style of fancy bottle and presentation that would have been made for sale as a ...
Niersteiner Riesling9/21/2008
  Q: I just received a bottle of this wine by someone who received it as a gift and has no interest in ...
  A: I'm afraid your fears are well grounded as anything labelled simply "Niersteiner Riesling". will be ...
Vintage Portwines9/21/2008
  Q: I am collecting vintage portwines. My oldest bottle is from 1833 I also have a bottle from 1890 and ...
  A: What a lovely and valuable collection you have. There are really only two sources for what you are ...
valuation9/19/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of champage 'planckaert grandjean' brut millesime 1990. that i got from my aunt's ...
  A: I'm afraid single bottles of Champagne are never easy to sell if they are below the top level, say ...
cognac9/18/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of; A.DE Luze & Fils / Three Crown Cognac / Selected and bottled by A. DE Luze & ...
  A: Single bottles of regular Cognac, which this is, are never easy to sell anywhere - and sale would be ...
Lisbon wine9/18/2008
  Q: I found a very interesting looking bottle of wine in my grandfathers basement. It is a figurine of ...
  A: I'm afraid I have bad news for you on three counts: 1: This is an inexpensive red wine from ...
What can you tell me about this9/16/2008
  Q: I have a 4 foot bottle of wine that I know nothing about. Could you tell me anything. It is a 4ft ...
  A: You are describing the type of bottle often seen in Italian gift shops and displayed in restaurants. ...
value of this wine9/15/2008
  Q: I just got a bottle of wine from my grandparents house i would like to know if it has a value and ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't see significant value here as this was from a fairly poor year, is now WAY past ...
Mercurey 19729/15/2008
  Q: Just stumbled across your details after trying to find more detials on 2 bottles of wine I have ...
  A: OK, the red is a negotiant Mercurey and therefore likely to be well past its best by now. But the ...
50th Anniversary Bordeaux Superior9/15/2008
  Q: I have 6 bottles all labelled as 50eme anniversaire, 1944 - 1994, liberation de paris. Bordeaux ...
  A: These bottles crop up regularly on eBay France and other on-line sites with asking prices of Euros ...
Mercurey 19729/15/2008
  Q: Just stumbled across your details after trying to find more detials on 2 bottles of wine I have ...
  A: I hope your dad enjoyed these at their prime but I'm afraid that was some time ago, even if the red ...
1962 d'Yquem and food9/15/2008
  Q: I was after a recommendation for a dessert to have with the above wine. The only criteria it would ...
  A: I'm sure you'll be planning that this lovely old Yquem will be the main feature of this meal so I ...
1974 port9/14/2008
  Q: Ihave a bottle of porto 1974 bottled in 1986 the label reads W.J.Hart Imported by S.A.J.RYST 32100 ...
  A: COMPANHIA GERAL DA AGRICULTURA DAS VINHAS DO ALTO DOURO is better-known as Royal Oporto and was not ...
Value9/14/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of sherry that was my Grandma's. It is a heart shaped bottle of Paul Masson Rare ...
  A: I'm sorry to have bad news for you but Paul Masson is a brand of low-cost jug wines and their ...
champagne question9/14/2008
  Q: We found a bottle of 1973 Reserve Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Henriot Reims Champagne in bottle ...
  A: Henriot is a top, prestige maker so there should be a fair chance that this would still be enjoyable ...
Champagne9/13/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of Rene Lalou 1961 Champagne a few years back. Is it worth keeping or could I ...
  A: This is an interesting question because I thought Mumm only produced their prestige Rene Lalou ...
Charles Heidsieck -Reims- Champagne9/12/2008
  Q: Corner of label (where I presume a date was) is torn off. The only info left there is 'Extra Qty'. ...
  A: I'm afraid it wouldn't be lawful for your mother to barter this bottle or sell it privately in the ...
cognac 18789/11/2008
  Q: i found a bottle of 1878 cognac with some missing but the seals arent broken it is 1878 bonaparte
  A: This should probably be appraised professionally if you hope to sell it but I'm afraid I can only ...
Chateau Mouton Rothschild 19559/11/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1955 which has been kept in a box in an interior ...
  A: Assuming your closet is cool - I.E. has never exceeded 60 deg F, that you have kept it lying down ...
port9/11/2008
  Q: year 1999 thanks very much.
  A: Quinta de Terra Feita is in the Pinhão Valley, in the Cima Corgo region of the Douro, and is one of ...
what would you pay for this list?9/9/2008
  Q: please could you just give a ball park figure
  A: Sorry but there's too much there for me to value, even if what I would want to pay in the UK is ...
wine valuation9/9/2008
  Q: You helped me awhile ago valuating some old wines I had inherited and gave me some brokers to ...
  A: Personally I much prefer to buy at live auctions when I can attend, inspect each lot personally and ...
Follow Up From Previous Question9/8/2008
  Q: I recently contacted you with regards to a question about a bottle of drink, which you requested ...
  A: I was happy to help, especially as it was such an interesting question, and look forward to hearing ...
Follow Up From Previous Question9/7/2008
  Q: I recently contacted you with regards to a question about a bottle of drink, which you requested ...
  A: This is a public Q & A site and I'm afraid I don't give answers by email. The easiest way to show ...
Tayles port & Ferreira port9/7/2008
  Q: I wondered if you could help my parent have 2 Taylors Vintage port one dated 1978 & the other 1982. ...
  A: I'm afraid none of these were great years so I think your Taylors will be one of their second-level ...
Old Wines9/6/2008
  Q: I wonder if you could give me some guidance please. I have been given a bottle of 1983 Jean Claude ...
  A: Lucky you! 1983 was a stellar vintage in CdP and your bottle comes from a highly-respected ...
j calvet and co vintage 19589/6/2008
  Q: An old lady in sheffield has given as payment for work carried out on her property a bag of duty ...
  A: Calvet were a highly respected family firm of negotiants that originated in the Rhone area but ...
1975 leoville barton magnum9/6/2008
  Q: What are the chances of this having aged well dispite being out of cellar for last 10 years would be ...
  A: Certainly better than evens, unless you've had it on display in the kitchen as '75 was a tannic year ...
Hoopers Port9/5/2008
  Q: I have 3 cases (wood) by 12 of 1985 Hoopers Port unopened; purchased and stored by me as a 21st ...
  A: I'm afraid this is no longer available at any UK merchant so I can't find a retail price that would ...
Value of Champagne9/5/2008
  Q: I have been given a half bottle of 1949 Louis Roederer extra dry champagne and was just wondering if ...
  A: Sorry but the chances of any half-bottle of Champagne of this age still being enjoyable are not ...
cost of paul masson sherry9/4/2008
  Q: I recently found a bottle of paul masson rare cream sherry cuvee no. 801c. Is it worth ...
  A: Sorry but I can't see any resale value in any so-called Sherry from this producer, which is now part ...
value of champagne9/4/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of Don Perignon that I would like to sell, and would appreciate an approximat ...
  A: This is a difficult one because of their age and because so much depends on the bottle conditions so ...
wine valuation9/4/2008
  Q: You helped me awhile ago valuating some old wines I had inherited and gave me some brokers to ...
  A: I'm glad you found my answer helpful. Reserve prices are normally set at a cautious level with the ...
1969 chianti classico9/4/2008
  Q: found a bottle unopened wine the label reads GANCIA Chianti classico then in smaller writing (in ...
  A: I'm afraid this is very old indeed for a Chianti so I don't think it would be easy to sell, which ...
Old wine Bottle shaped like Grapes9/2/2008
  Q: I purchased a wine bottle that I was told it was blown glass, shaped as a cluster of golden color ...
  A: You are describing an example of Italian glass making and I'm afraid I'm not an expert in this ...
Which Wine???9/2/2008
  Q: THis is RInku from Mumbai... I am a Vodka Person and try mostly all combinations of it... I wanted ...
  A: I'm afraid I have no local experience of Mumbai but this page from Sommelier India may be useful: ...
G.H. Mumm 2000 greenwich merdian millenium champagne info9/1/2008
  Q: I happen to come upon two bottles (750ml) of G.H. Mumm 2000 greenwich merdian millenium champagne ...
  A: I'm afraid asking prices on eBay and values have little in common! I think WineCommune, who would ...
Wine value9/1/2008
  Q: I found a bottle of wine that I was wondering if you knew anything about. It is Vintage 1951 ...
  A: I don't think I'd want to drink a Chianti of this age, I'm afraid, as this is now decades beyond its ...
COGNAC NAPOLEON8/31/2008
  Q: I try to find a cognac that was given to me as a gift while visiting Europe : COGNAC CAMUS NAPOLEON ...
  A: Camus is a famous old family producer of fine Cognacs and there's lots about them on their website: ...
Value of a vertical8/30/2008
  Q: Yes David, I was wondering if you could help me? I have a vertical of Mouton Rothchilds dating from ...
  A: I think it's probably a good idea to sell the vertical as a single lot as the value of the very ...
Which Wine???8/30/2008
  Q: THis is RInku from Mumbai... I am a Vodka Person and try mostly all combinations of it... I wanted ...
  A: The best way I can think of for you to explore wines for the first time would be visit a local wine ...
1990 Bottle of Dom Perignon8/29/2008
  Q: I was wandering what a 1990 bottle of Dom Perignon was worth? Would it be better it was ...
  A: Too hot is far more damaging to wine than too cold so I don't think you have a thing to worry about. ...
1990 Bottle of Dom Perignon8/29/2008
  Q: I was wandering what a 1990 bottle of Dom Perignon was worth? Would it be better it was ...
  A: Nice company that gives away DP! You could expect to get around $250 if you were to offer this for ...
Vintage port value8/28/2008
  Q: About 20 years ago I was given a case of 1983 Vintage Vinho do Porto from Royal Oporto Wine Co (Real ...
  A: The replacement cost of this case would be around £200, plus VAT and delivery, or in the order of ...
Value8/27/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Wine from Cellier des Dauphins, Tulette, Drome. It is Carte Noir and Cotes du ...
  A: Cellier des Dauphins is the marketing name used by a group of wine co-operatives in the Rhone Valley ...
Rothschild 1972 Mouton Cadet 3QT Red Bordeux Wine8/27/2008
  Q: I live in Orlando, FL USA and have a 3 QT 1972 Mouton-Cadet Red Bordeaux Wine by Philippe De ...
  A: I'm very sorry but I don't think you'll find this easy to sell: Mouton Cadet is a negotiant blend ...
Question on old liqueur8/25/2008
  Q: I trust you are keeping well. I have found this website after a long hunt on Google. Whilst this ...
  A: I'd like to see this bottle please before attempting an answer so can you upload a photo showing the ...
Rothschild Bottle8/25/2008
  Q: David, sorry I forgot to give you the name and year of the wine bottle: CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD ...
  A: I'm afraid 1977 was an appalling vintage in Bordeaux so this bottle won't fetch as high a price as ...
1981 limited edition Charles&Di champagne8/25/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of veuve clicquot ponsardin 1975 brut that was labeled for the Charles & Diana ...
  A: This is very difficult to value as it is now very old for an ordinary Vintage Champagne and it is no ...
5 Old Bottles of Wine8/22/2008
  Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
  A: Sorry you had problems with the answer I sent as soon as I could and that seemed to upload correctly ...
5 Old Bottles of Wine8/19/2008
  Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
  A: I had hoped you'd show me a pristine Ch Margaux that might be worth as much as $200 - but I'm afraid ...
Appay Pere & Fils Champagne 19288/19/2008
  Q: After reading some of your answers on this site I am now curious about a half bottle of Appay Pere & ...
  A: I'm afraid half-bottles don't keep or age as well as larger formats so the odds on one as old as ...
champagne x28/19/2008
  Q: I'm from Liverpool in England Thanks For your Reply Hope to hear from you again soon. Simon.
  A: The main reason why I needed to know where you are is that Ayala Ch d'Ay from 1919 is very rare ...
French wine capsule top marks8/19/2008
  Q: French wine sometimes has a green, red or blue top on the capsule with (I think) a Minerva's head ...
  A: I can't give you a full answer, I'm afraid, as I don't know Irish legal requirements. But I can tell ...
5 Old Bottles of Wine8/19/2008
  Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
  A: I'm glad you got the hang of Flickr! I need you to have another try though with the Ch Margaux and ...
Dom Perignon8/19/2008
  Q: I live in North Wales, Uk. Forgot to mention that. Sorry. So going back to my question. What would I ...
  A: The current UK retail price of this superb Champagne is about £140, plus VAT. Storage at room ...
5 Old Bottles of Wine8/19/2008
  Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ...
  A: I'm afraid I can only see one bottle - a rather tired-looking negotiant bottling of Pouilly-Fuisse, ...
remy martin cognac8/17/2008
  Q: David, I have a 750 ml bottle of remy martin fine champagne cognac vsop that dates between 1972 and ...
  A: I'm sorry but I don't think it will be possible for you to sell this lawfully in the US as I don't ...
Valuation of 3 bottles of Red wine in my possesion, with a view to selling.8/16/2008
  Q: 1)Chateau Haut Brion 1978 Graves Premier Grand Cru Class (specially selected by John Harvey & Sons ...
  A: May I assume from the Harvey label that you're in the UK? (Come back telling me otherwise if you're ...
bottles in the basement8/16/2008
  Q: I've found two bottles of wine in the basement. They've been in a cool, somewhat humid environment ...
  A: Few serious wine collectors would be put off by cellar-damaged labels on such famous wines as these ...
Bottle Value8/16/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of bicentennial bourbon in excellent condition, It was stored in a cool ...
  A: I'm afraid spirits are difficult to sell privately in many countries but I'll willingly look for a ...
rothschild extra fine napoleon brandy8/15/2008
  Q: I have a 1/2 bottle of rothschild extra fine napoleon brandy that I recieved from my mothers house ...
  A: I don't think this is widely distributed but Sherry-Lehman and Park Avenue Liquors, both in NYC, ...
rhine wine8/14/2008
  Q: i have come across this very ugly blue concrete looking/feeling bottle of rhine wine,it only has ...
  A: Your description almost fits that of a commercial brand of low-priced medium-dry white called "Black ...
very old champagne8/13/2008
  Q: I bought a very old bottle of "Calvet Cognac Fine Champagne" at a charity auction 22 years ago Its ...
  A: If you'll pardon the old joke: "if you want to sell Cognac privately, I wouldn't try to do it in ...
very old champagne8/13/2008
  Q: I bought a very old bottle of "Calvet Cognac Fine Champagne" at a charity auction 22 years ago Its ...
  A: This is a blended Cognac from a family negotiant, based in Bordeaux, that was highly regarded until ...
Storing Port8/12/2008
  Q: I have a 1979 Vintage Australian Port and have kept it Lying down, and rotating the bottle ...
  A: It's good that you kept this lying down but I wonder why you rotated the bottle as this will have ...
Larsen Cognac Viking8/10/2008
  Q: I noticed you provided some feedback on cognac in the past and was wondering if you could help with ...
  A: I fear replacement would be difficult for you as I don't think Larsen distribute in Australia as ...
vintage wines of any value?8/10/2008
  Q: I have several bottles of vintage wine, wondering if I should get rid of them or if they are of any ...
  A: Im sorry but I don't see the prospect of much pleasure from any of these so my instinct would be ...
italian wines8/9/2008
  Q: do u consider yourself an expert on Italian wines?>
  A: I have a broad knowledge of Italian wines and a good reference library so I can often help - unless ...
Champagne8/7/2008
  Q: I recently found a bottle of Extra Dry G.H. Mumm & Co. On the neck of the bottle there is a date ...
  A: This is a non-vintage Champagne so those numbers will only be an internal code. All Champagne ...
port wines8/7/2008
  Q: David and thanks for your quick respons to my previous question! I live in Oslo, Norway. I would be ...
  A: There is no Hooper '20 available from UK merchants at the moment but Croft is, @ £262 and £349, ...
Paul Masson8/7/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Pinot Noir circa 1978. Any help n determining a vaule (if any) would ...
  A: I'm afraid commercial Pinot Noirs, such as those from the giant Paul Masson organisation that's now ...
port wines8/6/2008
  Q: David and thanks for your quick respons to my previous question! I live in Oslo, Norway. I would be ...
  A: And as Vinmonopolet don't offer any of your wines I have no reference to guide me towards a selling ...
1961 chateauneuf du pape8/6/2008
  Q: I would appreciate your opinion on value and taste of the following: Top: jean pierre brotte ...
  A: I'm afraid this is likely to be old and faded after this time, although 1961 was a very good vintage ...
1958 Chianti8/5/2008
  Q: My wife's 98 year old grandmother passed away and we found an old bottle of chianti in her basement. ...
  A: I think it's likely that this was kept as a souvenir of happy times running the taverna as fancy ...
Moet Chandon Bicentennial 19768/4/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon American Independence bicentennial 1776-1976, which I suspect is ...
  A: I'm afraid your suspicions may be well-founded as this is now very old for a Moet - apart from their ...
BOTTLE WORTH ANYTHING8/3/2008
  Q: I have a bottle with a tag #5851 from the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles wedding it ...
  A: The value will vary widely according to who made your wine and there are many with properties in ...
BOTTLE WORTH ANYTHING8/3/2008
  Q: I have a bottle with a tag #5851 from the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles wedding it ...
  A: Johannisberger Erntebringer is a large Grosslage in the Rheingau but I'm afraid I couldn't suggest ...
Champagne8/2/2008
  Q: I have a 150cl fluted bottle of GH MUMM RENE LALOU 1976. I have looked after it as best I could for ...
  A: I hope you only look at this lovely Champagne in a cool dark cellar as it may be well into decline ...
wine bottle8/2/2008
  Q: hy, i ran across an empty wine bottle (without a label or identification) that has some interesting ...
  A: I think you might find more help on a site devoted to bottle collectors as wine enthusiasts are ...
What have I got8/2/2008
  Q: I have a bottel of french Bordeaux...all I know is that the bottle has printing on it of the D-Day ...
  A: I must admit that I've never seen such a thing before! But it was clearly made for sale at an event ...
WINE TERMS7/31/2008
  Q: WHAT Does it mean? lay down? open up when refering to wine>?
  A: To lay down means to buy young, wines, probably in quantity, to age over several years (or many in ...
charles heidsieck champagne vintage 19737/31/2008
  Q: I recently found this bottle of champagne. It looks like it has definitely been around. The label ...
  A: I'm sorry but it would be difficult to sell such an old bottle of Champagne in the condition you ...
red bordeaux wine7/31/2008
  Q: In clearing out my father's house I found a bottle of Medoc Cruse 1955 red bordeaux wine,from Cruse ...
  A: Although 1955 was a good vintage, I'm afraid the chances of your generic blend from a negotiant ...
1978 Chateau Fonroque7/30/2008
  Q: Our son gave us this wine he received when he was a guest in France. It has Saint-Emilion Grand Cru ...
  A: I'm afraid the chances aren't too good here as Fonroque wasn't a great name at this time, 1978 ...
1983 +- A. Hardy cognac7/28/2008
  Q: I have an a.hardy vsop cognac that I purchased in 1988. What can you tell me about it? It is ...
  A: I assume you are in the USA as I don't think the US importer Hardy's operate in the UK? I've never ...
Investing In Wine7/27/2008
  Q: I've recently been thinking of ways to invest money, and one of the things which caught my eye when ...
  A: I'm afraid investing in fine wine is something to avoid if you really are so lacking in experience - ...
1980 Cheval Blanc7/27/2008
  Q: I found a bottle of cheval blanc in my father's wine cellar. The bottle is in good shape. This is ...
  A: Cheval Blanc is generally considered to be the wine of this vintage - but unfortunately that's not ...
Magnum of Red Burgundy7/26/2008
  Q: I have a magnum of red burgundy - Monsieur Henri Selection, Chateau do Saint-Amour, 1971. I live in ...
  A: I'm afraid the chances of this still being enjoyable after this time are low - to say the least - so ...
valuation on my chanpagne?7/25/2008
  Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how much a bottle of 1982 moet & chandon dry imperial rose is ...
  A: If this bottle has always been stored in a cool dark place then, but only then, this old Champagne ...
Valpolicella Classico7/25/2008
  Q: What foods go best with with Italian wine?
  A: Valpolicella is a light-bodied red that would be swamped by strong flavours so I'd serve it with a ...
Piesporter Goldtropfchen7/25/2008
  Q: What foods go best with this German wine?
  A: Personally I wouldn't want to serve this with food and would prefer to follow the German style by ...
Royal Oporto7/25/2008
  Q: I have been given a bottle of Royal Oporto vintage 1963. It is in good condition still sealed and is ...
  A: I'm afraid this Royal Oporto is generally considered to be the worst wine of an otherwise-excellent ...
Storage of port wine after opening7/25/2008
  Q: Should port be refrigerated or not after opening? We didn't finish a bottle of port and I don't ...
  A: Opened bottles always keep better if they are resealed securely and kept in the fridge. And the ...
Chianti Magni 19807/24/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1980 Chianti Magni, the bottle is shaped as a rifle about three feet high and is ...
  A: I'm sorry but not only is Chianti intended for drinking fairly young, say within 10 years of the ...
1890 Antonio Jose Da Silva Port7/23/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1890 Antonio Jose Da Silva, Portugal Port. Shows it was imported into U.S. by ...
  A: I'm intrigued by your question as 1890 Ports are extremely rare - although I suspect this is an aged ...
Royal Oporto Vintage Port 19457/22/2008
  Q: Could you give me some advice what I can do with this ? I am not a port drinker - could I sell it ? ...
  A: This is a very famous vintage and, although Royal Oporto's reputation slipped badly in the '70s, I'm ...
Wine value7/22/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lascombes Margaux vintage 1980. The bottle & label are in excellent ...
  A: I'm afraid this dates from a very poor period in Lascombes history so I don't think many wine ...
value of wine7/21/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Red Bordeaux it is 1962. As far as I can tell it's a monsieur henri Selection - ...
  A: I assume you are in the US from the reference to Monsieur Henri Selections? If so, it would be very ...
wine7/21/2008
  Q: I've got a bottle of chateu marquex form 1929 and we have the lable but it is falling off and I was ...
  A: I hope for your sake that there's a typo in your question and that you really have a Ch Margaux '29 ...
Pieroth Gold7/20/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Pieroth Gold Sekt Dry wine by Ferdinand Pieroth in a Gold encrusted (not sure of ...
  A: Sekt is the German term for sparkling wine, mostly made there by blending local Riesling, Pinot ...
1989 Chateau Lafit Rothchild7/19/2008
  Q: I would like to know your advise on what price to ask for my 1989 Rothschild. It is in perfect ...
  A: I'm in the UK, where selling wine personally is both easy and lawful so you'll understand that I've ...
1970 Sandemans Port7/19/2008
  Q: I have a single bottle of 1970 Sandemans port and have no idea whether it is worth hanging onto or ...
  A: This is a fine VP from a fine vintage that's drinking well but will stay so for several years yet if ...
J&F Martell brandy7/18/2008
  Q: I have tryed to find its age as J&F are not on Martell now but i have not found anything out. Could ...
  A: I'm afraid it is almost impossible to date cognacs as they are normally blends of several year's ...
1989 Chateau Lafit Rothchild7/17/2008
  Q: I would like to know your advise on what price to ask for my 1989 Rothschild. It is in perfect ...
  A: It would only be lawful for you to sell this to a merchant or via an auction house - and I think ...
Wine7/17/2008
  Q: I have been given a bottle of Chateau Siran Margaux, Grand Cru Exceptionnel 1975. Would it be ...
  A: I can't speak from personal experience of this wine, but 1975 is famous (or notorious!) as a tannic ...
Chevre Noire7/17/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of red table wine from 1934 RESERVE DE LA CHEVRE NOIRE # 000453. It has a goat on ...
  A: You have an antique here as very few wines from this good Burgundy remain in existence - but only a ...
wine values7/16/2008
  Q: I think they are worth far less here than in Europe or USA. Lafite Rothschild 1988 Solaia Marchesi ...
  A: the lowest current retail prices in Australia are: Lafite Rothschild 1988 - AU$895. Solaia ...
Korbel Champagnes Commemorative 12-Liter Bottle7/15/2008
  Q: Can you tell me the value of this 12-Liter commemorative bottle in the presentation case also known ...
  A: I'm afraid it would just go to show how good Korbel's marketing is if they actually managed to sell ...
wine values7/15/2008
  Q: I think they are worth far less here than in Europe or USA. Lafite Rothschild 1988 Solaia Marchesi ...
  A: This is an interesting and valuable collection and I'll be happy to look up Australian prices for ...
champagne7/15/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of champagne that I am curious to know if they are worth anything. The 1st is 1985 ...
  A: I can't find a current listing for this Cristal Rosé but as the blanc sells for around $500 and the ...
Korbel Champagnes Commemorative 12-Liter Bottle7/14/2008
  Q: Can you tell me the value of this 12-Liter commemorative bottle in the presentation case also known ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't find a retail price reference for this low-priced Californian sparkling wine - ...
1982 and 1985 Chevalier Lascombes7/14/2008
  Q: my previous question. I'm in Chicago, IL and would be curious to know replacement costs for this ...
  A: Chevalier Lascombes is this property's second wine, I.E. made from grapes not thought to be of the ...
20 y/o Napa Valley Port7/13/2008
  Q: What do you think the shelf life of this port is? I bought it in Napa Valley in 1992, or so. I have ...
  A: Tawny Ports are usually intended for drinking within a few years of release so I don't think you'll ...
Galleon / prinier cognac7/12/2008
  Q: I am curious did you get an answer from Prunier thanks Yves
  A: I'm sorry but I have no recollection that I was asking Prunier to help you about something but it ...
hoopers port7/12/2008
  Q: currently in dublin Ireland but make regular trips to the uk so how do i go about selling my wine ...
  A: I think you'd do better to sell these through J Straker Chadwick in Abergavenny than in Ireland - ...
lafite auction price7/10/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of Lafite Rothschild 1998 that I purchased new upon release and they have been ...
  A: The current retail cost of replacements in the US would be $600/750 each, plus taxes, depending on ...
Wines and Steak Diane7/10/2008
  Q: David, your statement that Steak Diane didn't exist until about 1950 is exactly the kind of ...
  A: I think you should ask one of my American colleagues to suggest historically-accurate dishes that ...
Saxonvale "Greyhound Sport Collection" Port7/7/2008
  Q: I have an authentic box of 4 Saxonvale Port (1979) from their Greyhound Sport Collection. The 4 ...
  A: This wine is no longer available from any retailer I know of so I can't suggest a value but I'm sure ...
1961 latour bordeaux7/7/2008
  Q: I have a 1961 bottle of latour that my Father -in -law bought years ago....he just gave it to my ...
  A: , This is a famous and very valuable wine so it should be easy to sell. The easiest lawful route ...
bordeaux wines7/6/2008
  Q: I recently received 2 bottles of Bordeaux wine as a gift. They are Chateau La Tournerie 1972. It ...
  A: I'm afraid these are both from poor vintages - especially the '72 - and are now very old for what ...
Chateauneuf Du Pape controlle 1979 Domaine Des Rozets7/6/2008
  Q: in good (not brilliant) condition and wondered what is worth (approx) It looks like alimited release ...
  A: This is an interesting one as I have never come across a CdP from this producer, who is best-known ...
Does this wine have a value7/5/2008
  Q: Ling: My friend was cleaning out an old home and found a bottle of 1977 Chateau Mouton Baronne ...
  A: I'm sorry but 1977 is generally regarded as the worst vintage of that decade so this bottle would ...
Value -1991 Bordeaux7/4/2008
  Q: I discovered 2 bottles of Bordeaux with 1991 Rugby World Cup and badges on them. Do they have any ...
  A: I'm sorry but souvenir bottles seldom interest wine enthusiasts because they seldom contain fine ...
liquor & wine7/3/2008
  Q: Yes, I am wishing to inquire about Rare Eagle and Mumm Cognac. My daughter purchased a home in the ...
  A: I'm afraid your daughter may not find it easy to sell these as few merchants or auctioneers will be ...
55 Chateau Haut-Brion & 61 Lafite-Rothschild7/3/2008
  Q: I will be attending an auction in about 1 week and read in the flyer that a bottle of 1955 Chateau ...
  A: No there's surprise! I didn't even know it was lawful for estate sales in the US to included ...
55 Chateau Haut-Brion & 61 Lafite-Rothschild7/3/2008
  Q: I will be attending an auction in about 1 week and read in the flyer that a bottle of 1955 Chateau ...
  A: You'll find it easier to resell if the labels and capsules are complete and there is no sign of ...
Champagne!7/3/2008
  Q: I live in West London and have a magnum of Cristal Champagne from 1994. The bottles are in ...
  A: I only know of one UK merchant who lists this - at £550 - so that's what a replacement would cost. ...
chateau lagrane 19787/2/2008
  Q: Do you think they will be ok to drink. Many Thanks Susan
  A: I'm afraid I wouldn't be confident that either of these will still be very enjoyable as they are ...
liquor & wine7/2/2008
  Q: Yes, I am wishing to inquire about Rare Eagle and Mumm Cognac. My daughter purchased a home in the ...
  A: I'd be happy to look at your list here but I don't take phone calls - even if you wanted to call the ...
selling/valueing port7/2/2008
  Q: I wrote to you recently regarding some taylors port bottled in 1950's.(question dated 12/06/08) I ...
  A: Good to hear from you again - especially as I think you've chosen the same option as I would have in ...
Martell VSOP7/1/2008
  Q: I'm particularly interested in vintage Liquor investment, esp in Martell VSOP. I was told that 10-20 ...
  A: I'm afraid vintage brandies wouldn't be my choice for investment for several reasons: 1: They are ...
Hunting Port wine7/1/2008
  Q: Have you heard of a hunting port wine? If so where can I find it? My wife remembers loving it years ...
  A: Harvey's of Bristol used to make a Hunting Port, but I've heard of other makers too - although not ...
port7/1/2008
  Q: was wondering what this would be worth on the market today.
  A: Sorry but I can't find a retailer listing for this so I have no reference for a value. But Isle of ...
bottle of Le Piat D'or from 19716/30/2008
  Q: My Mum had this hidden in her closet is it still good
  A: Le Piat D'or is a low-priced French table wine that's made in a semi-sweet style for supermarket ...
Bordeaux Valuation6/30/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1986 Chateau Villars Fronsac bottle number 33652 - what do you think it's worth? ...
  A: Villars is a respected Fronsac made from 70% Merlot and a mix of cabs that sells for around £10. And ...
Manzanilla Pasada6/28/2008
  Q: I reproduce first an answer you gave to a question on 27/12/2005. Following this is myExpert: David ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't add much - except to say that Manzanilla is the lightest and most delicate of ...
valuation of 2 bottles of 1969 bordeaux6/26/2008
  Q: My husband recently died and I have been going through various items in the house. I have come ...
  A: I'm sorry but these are both very old minor wines from a very poor vintage so I don't think you'd ...
wine6/25/2008
  Q: My question is regarding a bottle of wine I have come across. I found a 1953 vintage Chianti Val Di ...
  A: I'm afraid any value in this Chianti would be to bottle collectors, not wine enthusiasts, as it is ...
vintage champaigne6/24/2008
  Q: its white champaigne, i live in england
  A: I'm afraid this VERY old Champagne would be very difficult to sell for a significant amount unless ...
What is the value?6/23/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latore-1966. It is 48 ounces. I am trying to find out ...
  A: I didn't realise this gift was made so long ago so I hope for your sake, and your mother's, that it ...
What is the value?6/23/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latore-1966. It is 48 ounces. I am trying to find out ...
  A: What a lovely - and valuable present! I don't know of any CA merchants with magnums of Latour '66 ...
Value of bottle6/22/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of wine a few years ago and I wanted to see if there was any value in it and if ...
  A: I'm sorry but I've never heard of a brand of wine called "Friar John", and I can't see any value in ...
Karrawirra Military Port6/22/2008
  Q: David,I have a 6 bottle set of Karrawirra Military Port plus an extra bottle with a B52 that was ...
  A: I wonder if your advisor offered to pay $750 for these, or if he was just ... ? I'd be astonished ...
Dom Perignon6/21/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon which is vintage 1984. I am not sure how it has been stored in the ...
  A: Are you sure of the dates? This was a very poor year in Champagne and I didn't know any DP was made ...
1971 Champagne6/20/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1971 Dom Ruinart Blanc de blancs Brut Champagne which has been lying in the dark ...
  A: This was a very good vintage and DR has a reputation for a long life so you have the prospect of an ...
1977 Brolio Chianti Classico6/20/2008
  Q: I was given an old bottle of wine and am wondering, first, will it be any good to drink, and if not, ...
  A: I'm afraid this is very old for a Chianti and I don't think many collectors would be interested, ...
Found a 1959 Chateau Lafite- Rothschild6/20/2008
  Q: We found a standard size bottle of 1959 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. The paper label fell off but we ...
  A: You are fortunate (again!) as I do know of an appraiser who may be able to help: ...
Baron Philippe De Rothschild S.A.6/20/2008
  Q: I came across a bottle of wine a friend gave me in a little wooden box over 20 years ago, and ...
  A: I'm sorry to have to tell you that this wine will now be past its best and may not be very enjoyable ...
Found a 1959 Chateau Lafite- Rothschild6/19/2008
  Q: We found a standard size bottle of 1959 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. The paper label fell off but we ...
  A: This is a famous wine and one of the stars of a superb vintage but I'd rather not suggest a possible ...
follow up question6/19/2008
  Q: I did send you a follow up yesterday but im not sure if you received it. As you requested I live in ...
  A: I'm sorry FRW didn't think the historical interest would be enough to justify buying your bottle, ...
follow up question6/19/2008
  Q: I did send you a follow up yesterday but im not sure if you received it. As you requested I live in ...
  A: I replied to your follow-up so I dunno why you didn't get it! Anyway, this is what I said: Hi ...
Cognac6/18/2008
  Q: Have a bottle of J. G. Monnet & Co. cognac.....has federal tax strip on it with the numbers ...
  A: Monnet have a good website here: http://monnet-cognac.com/ but I expect you know that 3-stars ...
information about this wine.6/18/2008
  Q: I have recently been given a bottle of 1934. Collection du Docteur Barolet henri de Villamont. Not ...
  A: You have a bottle of historic interest here as the Barolet collection of wines from this very good ...
Ruffino chianti 19766/16/2008
  Q: Given a few years ago as a present. It's in a straw bottle. I thought ruffino stopped this type of ...
  A: I hope you won't mind me copying an answer I just sent to Mary, as she asked something very similar ...
value of wine6/16/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of 1953 chianti with the labels and straw in good shape. Does this have ...
  A: I'm sorry but I can't see any value in such an old bottle of Chianti - and especially not in one ...
older Champagne6/16/2008
  Q: I have a very old 3 liter bottle of Cordon Rouge Champagne with the number 10584303. Does this have ...
  A: Old NV Champagne is never easy to sell in the US as few merchants are likely to make you an offer ...
Selling Champagne6/13/2008
  Q: I am just replying to your answer from earlier, I am in essex in the uk, is that helpful? Regards, ...
  A: It's a good starting point to know if you want help selling In the UK, the USA or wherever but I ...
Piat Beaujolais6/13/2008
  Q: I recently came across a bottle of Piat Beaujolais red wine dated 1966 and also a bottle of Jean de ...
  A: I'm afraid there is no possibility that a Piat Beaujolais of this age will still be drinkable after ...
Valuation of port and where to sell6/11/2008
  Q: I have 6 bottles of Taylor Port, vint 1955 bottled 1957 bottled by henlkeys ltd, 22/3 High Holborn ...
  A: Your dad bought well as you have some of the finest and most sought-after Ports of the post-war era ...
Champagne Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage 19926/10/2008
  Q: I apologise for not giving you all the information required. As requested, I live in Eastbourne, ...
  A: Replacement in the UK would cost around £100, plus VAT and delivery as this is a good but not great ...
Bollinger 1975 RD6/9/2008
  Q: We have a boxed bottle of Bollinger RD 1975 - Degorge le 10 June 1986. It has been kept in a cellar ...
  A: I'm afraid this was never a great Champagne, because of the weather that year, and this is probably ...
1964 Dom Pérignon Champaign6/9/2008
  Q: I was left a bottle of 1964 Dom Pérignon Champaign by my parents. Is it possible to sell this? I am ...
  A: This would be valuable - say $500+ - if and ONLY IF this very old Champagne has been stored ...
Chateauneuf du Pape 19666/3/2008
  Q: We recently found a bottle of Chateauneuf du Pape 1966, Monsieur Henri/Piat Pere & Fils. The bottle ...
  A: I'm afraid this is now too old to open with confidence as these merchants work to a fairly low price ...
Port & Madeira6/3/2008
  Q: Apologies David, I am based in London. Orignal question as follows : Hello David, could you advise ...
  A: Approximate values, based on replacement in the UK, would be around: Fonseca 1970 (bottled in 72) ...
martell v.s.o.p.6/2/2008
  Q: I have this martell cognac and i just wanted to know its real value.? ill write whats on the ...
  A: I think that image has been deleted, but no matter. Replacement value in the Philippines would be ...
berisford soleria 1914 rare amoroso cream sherry6/2/2008
  Q: i have read your reply to Jeff and was wondering as i also have a bottle of rare amoroso cream ...
  A: You would probably do best if you approach J. Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny as a start and ask ...
Port valuation6/2/2008
  Q: Hoping you can help. I have just been given a case of "Dows 1977 Silver Jubilee Vintage Port" and ...
  A: Surely you aren't looking to sell such a lovely present? But, as you asked, Dow '70 currently ...
martell v.s.o.p.6/2/2008
  Q: I have this martell cognac and i just wanted to know its real value.? ill write whats on the ...
  A: I hope the fish dish was a success because this was a fine liqueur Cognac that deserved a better ...
value6/2/2008
  Q: I bought a bottle of Bollinger Tradition 1973 champagne that is in a wooden box and it was made for ...
  A: I hope you have happy memories of this! I can't suggest a value for the empty bottle and box but ...
1967 A de Luze & Fils Bordeaux Saint E'milion6/1/2008
  Q: Can you tell me anything about this wine? Is it still good to drink or does it have any value? The ...
  A: Sorry but I wouldn't hold out any hopes for this negotiant blend from an awful vintage. It won't do ...
madeira6/1/2008
  Q: i have a bottle labelled Rutherford and co madeira est 1814 suppliers to the english court Old ...
  A: There's no way to date this as it's a non-vintage blend that you could replace with something ...
is this wines salable or drinkable?6/1/2008
  Q: I doubt this is worth much, if anything. Is it still drinkable? It was given to me at an estate ...
  A: Riojas like this Siglo last fairly well but this is now old even for one of those so I wouldn't be ...
berisford soleria 1914 rare amoroso cream sherry5/31/2008
  Q: i have read your reply to Jeff and was wondering as i also have a bottle of rare amoroso cream ...
  A: I'm not sure that I can add much to my reply to Jeff as old Sherries aren't in great demand ...
1979 Chateau de la Grave5/31/2008
  Q: I'm not a big bordeaux guy, but a friend was cleaning out his parent's house and found a bottle of ...
  A: 1979 was a large vintage of rather average wines that are now well past their best and I don't think ...
porto colheita 19525/30/2008
  Q: i have 4 bottles of PORTO COLHEITA 1952 ENVELHECIDO EM CASCO..NIEPOORT & Ca Lda PORTO PORTUGAL ...
  A: Niepoort is a very fine producer of Colheitas - and Vintage Port - so these should attract ...
Wine drinkable and value?5/30/2008
  Q: It has very small black pieces floating in it. Is it well past its drinkable stage and does it have ...
  A: Sorry but "black pieces floating in it" is a pretty good sign that this has declined well past its ...
Moet & Chandon champagne bottle5/29/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of Moet & Chandon Champagne - premiere cuvee - in 1969 and now want to sell the ...
  A: This won't be what you're hoping to hear but Champagnes that don't quote a date on the label are NV ...
Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Bordeaux5/29/2008
  Q: My boyfriend and I recently aquired a gift box set of 2 bottles of Baron Philippe de Rothschild ...
  A: I don't know a retailer near you who is offering this gift set but you could replace the bottles ...
Chianti bottle5/28/2008
  Q: I am trying to replace a large chianti bottle for a friend that was broken recently. I see that you ...
  A: These bottles are all made by Italian glass companies who serve the tourist market and are only ...
Value of special edition champagne5/27/2008
  Q: In August 1969 as a wedding present we received a 6 1/2 ounce bottle of Charles Heidsieck Champagne ...
  A: What a nice story! But I'm sorry to say that many Champagne producers offer bottles as small as ...
port5/27/2008
  Q: I read that you do not recommend this port for the long haul. What do you think the value of this ...
  A: Replacement of this from Sterling Cellars in NY would cost you $158.99, plus taxes, but I can't find ...
Old Pale Cream sherry5/27/2008
  Q: I was given a 1.5L bottle of Old Pale Cream Sherry many years ago, it is by: Williams and Humbert, ...
  A: Williams and Humbert are a highly-respected company that was founded in 1877 - so that's what this ...
port5/26/2008
  Q: I read that you do not recommend this port for the long haul. What do you think the value of this ...
  A: This was a generous and thoughtful present but you'll have to come back telling me where you are ...
Mouton-Cadet 19695/26/2008
  Q: Do you think this Bottle of Wine is worth anything or not. The lable reads La Bergerie BARON ...
  A: I'm sorry but Mouton-Cadet is a generic brand owned by a large firm of Bordeaux merchants and ...
Value of vintage bottle of champagne?5/25/2008
  Q: I'm wondering if a bottle of champagne given to me by my grandfather on my christening day is of any ...
  A: I'm sorry but I think the value of this is probably just your memory of your grandfather as I can't ...
wine and champagne5/25/2008
  Q: While packing my parents household for a move, my siblings and I came across a bottle of wine and ...
  A: I can't see any value in the old black cat I'm afraid but the DP might be worth trying to sell if ...
Warre's 1975 port5/25/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of 1975 vintage Warre's port. I have been storing them up until now but I am ...
  A: You don't say where you live now so I can only guess you're in the UK, in which case these would ...
Port5/24/2008
  Q: I have kept several bottles of 1983 Hoopers Vintage Port and I would like to know if they have any ...
  A: This is only available retail in the UK for £340 per doz, plus VAT and delivery so the sale value ...
40th birthday present!5/24/2008
  Q: It is my brother, Graham's 40th birthday soon. For his 18th I bought him a bottle of 1968 Graham's ...
  A: I'm afraid 1968 wasn't a great year for Barolo either and I think you might find any of these rather ...
ID a wine Bordeaux5/23/2008
  Q: A friend of mine just came back from France and gave me a bottel of bordeaux. However, I have never ...
  A: This was a thoughtful present from your friend, but not a costly one. It was produced as a second ...
Porto Dalva5/22/2008
  Q: My farther has just passed away. He liked to collect wine etc. When going through his stuff we found ...
  A: Sorry about your dad. These certainly have a substantial value but that is difficult to quantify ...
Charles Heidsieck 19435/22/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck 1943 Champagne Finest Extra Qty - Reims - By Appointment to ...
  A: Although 1943 was a very good vintage this is not listed by any US merchants so I can't quote a ...
Old Wine5/21/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of old wine. One is a chateau pontet canet from 1943 and said Appellation Pauillac ...
  A: Sorry but I can't add anything as I have no experience of selling old wine in Mexico. I suggest you ...
Castellblanch Cava 19785/21/2008
  Q: I received this bottle of champagne as a wedding gift, is it worth anything and is it still good?
  A: Sorry but Cava is a Spanish sparkling wine, not Champagne, that's intended for drinking within a few ...
Old Wine5/21/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of old wine. One is a chateau pontet canet from 1943 and said Appellation Pauillac ...
  A: Sorry but these are now too old to interest most collectors and I can't see much value here. But ...
quality wine5/21/2008
  Q: I note your blog concerning Pieroth. My view is that this is the only reliable company in the field ...
  A: I suggest you pop in to Majestic on Blackpool Road to see what they have available for tasting; I'm ...
don perignon champaign5/20/2008
  Q: i have a magnum of don perignon special edition champaign. The only information i have is from the ...
  A: I'm afraid this isn't thought of as a great DP and it's rare to find any in merchant stocks after so ...
champagne5/19/2008
  Q: I have 6 bottles of Dom Perignon which I was kindly given as a gfift by a satisfied Client, it is ...
  A: Your client must have been VERY satisfied so well done you as replacements would cost around £100 ...
wine value5/19/2008
  Q: I have a sealed bottle of Spanish claret . vintage 1953 It has Dolman Herman by Gila below then ...
  A: This dates from the era when anyone could make anything and label it anyway they liked - Cyprus ...
chianti5/18/2008
  Q: i have a green four foot tall chianti bottle in a basket. its label is torn off and basket it messed ...
  A: These fancy Chianti bottles sometimes crop up on Ebay so that's where I'd look if you want to ...
Is this going to be ok,,,5/15/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Cellier des Dauphins Blanc de Blancs recolte 1982, I guess its not exactly ...
  A: I'm sorry but there is little prospect of this still being enjoyable. It comes from a large ...
price of wines and where to sell5/13/2008
  Q: i live in LONDON and i would like to sell some wines i have but i dont know where or how to go about ...
  A: I'm afraid selling wine takes a longer time to set up than you hope as the potential value of these ...
royal wedding wine value?5/13/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of veuve clicquot from the wedding of princess diana and prince charles. any idea ...
  A: I'm afraid this is now too old to interest wine enthusiasts - but it might possibly be of interest ...
Chateau Lafite Rothschild 19715/11/2008
  Q: This was a gift when our frist child was born, in 1982, it has been in the wine cellar all this ...
  A: I can't find any Canadian merchant listing on-line for this so I can't give an accurate figure I'm ...
Martell5/10/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of what i believe to be 100 yr cognac, It is a Martell Extra. It comes in a wooded ...
  A: Don't worry; I've been called worse things! This isn't their most valuable bottling I'm afraid as ...
Martell5/10/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of what i believe to be 100 yr cognac, It is a Martell Extra. It comes in a wooded ...
  A: I'm not Mark but I'll try to help anyway! This is a very fine Cognac and I'd like to see your ...
2006 Chevalier de Bayard Vin de Pays de l'Herault5/10/2008
  Q: I live in Kansas City, Missouri USA. I recently purchased three bottles of the subject wine for ...
  A: This is a Pieroth-exclusive blend that I think they recommend for early drinking, rather than ...
Mumm Cordon Rouge5/9/2008
  Q: I have a magnum of Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut Champage with the bin No. L12521028 on the back label. It ...
  A: This is now rather old for an NV Champagne that probably dates from the mid-80s - but it could still ...
Paul Masson Port5/7/2008
  Q: Ling, I was just given a bottle of Paul Masson rare souzao port cuvee no. 301S. Though not ...
  A: This is a popular sweetened Californian wine and I see no obvious reason why this shouldn't be ...
wine value5/7/2008
  Q: I live in Bay City, Michigan, United States of America Yes, I would consider selling them, I only ...
  A: Your best bet would probably be to approach WineCommune as small lots are difficult to sell, ...
champagne pommery5/7/2008
  Q: I wonder if you may be able to offer some advise on the following wine and champagne. I would like ...
  A: This is Pommery's de luxe blend and from a good year but I doubt if anything would be gained by ...
castellani wine5/6/2008
  Q: I have a 1969 castellani chianti wine made in italy - the label says colli senesi poggibonsi, tenuta ...
  A: I'm afraid even a top Chianti would be in serious decline after so long and wouldn't have ...
quality wine5/5/2008
  Q: I note your blog concerning Pieroth. My view is that this is the only reliable company in the field ...
  A: This is an international site, not my personal blog, but I'm glad to hear you like Pieroth's ...
port valuation please5/5/2008
  Q: I have a 6 bottle boxed collection of premium vintage port that also has 6 A4 sized framed pictures ...
  A: There are four possible auctioneers in Australia who might be able to help; Langton's are probably ...
port valuation please5/4/2008
  Q: I have a 6 bottle boxed collection of premium vintage port that also has 6 A4 sized framed pictures ...
  A: You could replace this in Australia for about USD290 but I'd need to know where you are before I ...
chinati5/2/2008
  Q: i have a4ft.tall bottle of chianti wine from the early 40,s it,s shape is somewhat bafflingit is ...
  A: I'm sorry but fancy bottles of Chianti are notorious tourist souvenirs and they are never intended ...
Wine memorabilia5/2/2008
  Q: Could I ask you if you have any information on how I would get a value for a bottle of wine I have ...
  A: You could replace this with a bottle from a reputable shipper and at a UK merchant for about £10 + ...
port5/1/2008
  Q: David, Thirteen months after I wrote you asking about the chances of a 1937 Hooper’s Port being fit ...
  A: I'd be surprised if there was much difference between this and the old Hooper as both were only ...
1978 chateau La Tour Blanche4/28/2008
  Q: This is not your Sauterne. It is from Medoc, and says bordeaux red wine. Is it any good? What is ...
  A: This La Tour Blanche was forced to drop the "La" with effect from the 1991 vintage because of ...
World Cup Rugby 19914/26/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of Bordeaux, commemorating the 1991 Rugby World Cup. Would you have any ...
  A: I'm afraid commemorative bottlings are seldom worth keeping this long but I can't tell you much ...
How much wine to buy for a wedding?4/25/2008
  Q: Our daughter is getting married in 4 weeks and we have selected a Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and ...
  A: The merchant has it about right to my mind, but just be sure the caterer's bartender doesn't try to ...
How much wine to buy for a wedding?4/24/2008
  Q: Our daughter is getting married in 4 weeks and we have selected a Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and ...
  A: You might like to think about adding a fizz for the toasts - such as a Cava or New Zealand sparkler ...
wine value4/24/2008
  Q: While moving I found a bottle of 1987 Chateau Mille-Secousses Bordeaux brought back from Paris 20 ...
  A: Mille-Secousses is a fairly ordinary Bordeaux Superieur made in Bourg from 70% Merlot, 25% Cab Sauv ...
Constantinos port4/23/2008
  Q: I live in Suffolk in England and have a single bottle of Constantinos Port from 1945. The label las ...
  A: This is indeed a very famous Port vintage and the best wines can sell for over £500 each. However, ...
rouyer guillet cognac4/22/2008
  Q: Ihave an unopened bottle of Rouyer Guillet Cognac.... the label indicates vintage 1865.... I ...
  A: Old Cognac always has an appeal to collectors so your bottle could be fairly valuable. However I ...
Monnet V.S. Cognac4/22/2008
  Q: S. Cognac from a friend who obtained them from a relative who had a Liquor Store that closed. I ...
  A: I'll still have to pass on a valuation for this I'm afraid as I can't find a US retailer listing for ...
2 bottles from 1923!4/22/2008
  Q: I have been give today two bottles. One is Veuve Cliquot from 1923. Above label it says - By ...
  A: I'm afraid these are too old to interest most wine collectors but it might be worth taking them with ...
wine value4/22/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1996 and was hoping to find out the value of the ...
  A: Current replacement costs in the UK are around £225 each, DP and inclusive of VAT so these are worth ...
wine value4/21/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1996 and was hoping to find out the value of the ...
  A: This is a fine wine that's still a decade short of maturity so I think patience is the order of the ...
moet & chandon 19644/21/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of moet & chandon of the year 1964 brut imperial. can you Tel me if its ok for ...
  A: This is now very old for standard Vintage Champagne, but this was a superb vintage and it may still ...
chateau du tariquet4/21/2008
  Q: ihave a large green bulb shaped bottle of this cognac in my possession and i am just wondering - ...
  A: I can't help regarding the sales possibilities of this - or its potential value - because you ...
Sourcing Hooper's Port4/21/2008
  Q: I have finished the last of my 1997 Hooper's Port. As my mother in law celebrates her 97th birthday ...
  A: I can't find a source for that Hooper but assumming £20 would be your limit then this is probably ...
Sourcing Hooper's Port4/20/2008
  Q: I have finished the last of my 1997 Hooper's Port. As my mother in law celebrates her 97th birthday ...
  A: I can't help you to source Ports, or anything else, until you come back telling me where you are. ...
grand vin de chateau latour4/20/2008
  Q: david i have a bottle of the above - premier grand cru class - pauillac medoc 1958. is it worth ...
  A: This is worth about £375 + vat because that's what it would cost you to buy another from a merchant. ...
Valuation of single bottle4/19/2008
  Q: I have an inherited bottle of Chateau Latour Premier Grand Cru Classe 1956 Appelation Pauillac ...
  A: I'm afraid 1956 was one of the worst vintages ever in Bordeaux so your bottle would only have a ...
bollinger4/18/2008
  Q: i am from the north east area of england and would like your expert opinion on a bottle of 1975 ...
  A: I'm sorry but this is very difficult to value as it has long-since vanished from merchants' shelves ...
port est value4/18/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Hardy's vintage port "The Lone Sailor Port"as tribute to Jon Sanders epic lone ...
  A: You might like to look here: http://www.sterlingwine.com.au/searchhistoric.php?start=S But I can't ...
Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage Port4/16/2008
  Q: I have a magnum of Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage Port, dated 1969 and bottled in Oporto. I live in ...
  A: I'm afraid this will be over the hill and some way down the other side after so long. But it could ...
2 wines from Portugal4/16/2008
  Q: I sent you a question yesterday about a Malmse Solera 1863, and Leacock's Old East India Verdelho - ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a realistic valuation for these old Madeiras myself but these people in ...
Poderi Scanavino Barolo 1983 3 ltr on iron server/wine cage4/15/2008
  Q: We have the above bottle of wine, it is in a iron wine server, the label is slightly worn and the ...
  A: I'm sorry that you have had to wait for a reply but I had hoped that one of my colleagues would ...
j g monnet4/15/2008
  Q: s century grand fine champange 100 years old to the front to the base the lable reads j g monnet ...
  A: This is a fine brandy from the Champagne district of Cognac, which has no connection with the fizz! ...
1994 philippe rothschild graves4/15/2008
  Q: I live in northern New Jersey. Do you have any idea of the price of this bottle of wine?
  A: I can't give you an accurate figure I'm afraid but as you could buy a chateau-bottled '94 Graves for ...
1943 Vueve Clicquot Ponsardin4/14/2008
  Q: I'm from Central Florida and we have a unopened bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1943 Brut ...
  A: I'm afraid I can't see any value in this as it is many years past its best. But I suppose you ...
old wine values4/13/2008
  Q: David, here is a list of the wines I have. 1982 Chateau Margaux Premier Grand Cru 6 bottles ...
  A: All reputable auction houses will want to indicate the provenance when they catalogue these wines ...
Vin de Constance - Question4/13/2008
  Q: I have 3 boxed bottles of Klein Constantia Vin de Constance 1994 which I am happy to keep for myself ...
  A: Assuming these are 50cls, I think they might fetch £20/25 each at auction but J Straker Chadwick's ...
Monnet V.S. Cognac4/13/2008
  Q: S. Cognac from a friend who obtained them from a relative who had a Liquor Store that closed. I ...
  A: I assume from the ATF strips that you are in the US, in which case it will be difficult for you to ...
Moet Chandon Champagne4/13/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon Champagne that I found. The information on the bottle is as ...
  A: This is a non-vintage wine so there's no way to identify the bottling date I'm afraid. It doesn't ...
old wine values4/12/2008
  Q: I just realized you meant where in Florida the wine are, not the name of the facility. Sorry! I'm in ...
  A: Don't worry; "Valgard" and "Florida" was enough for Google to tell me what I wanted to know! I've ...
old wine values4/12/2008
  Q: David, here is a list of the wines I have. 1982 Chateau Margaux Premier Grand Cru 6 bottles ...
  A: I'm sorry to have left you waiting but this collection is by some distance the best and most ...
1959 Bordeaux4/12/2008
  Q: Ling. I have a 1959 Bordeaux from Les Caves Maxim's in Paris. Is this wine still drinkable or is ...
  A: I'm sorry but I really did hope for your sake that this would have been a First Growth and therefore ...
1959 Bordeaux4/11/2008
  Q: Ling. I have a 1959 Bordeaux from Les Caves Maxim's in Paris. Is this wine still drinkable or is ...
  A: 1959 is a famous vintage for Bordeaux so it's just possible that your wine will be oustanding and ...
Any value to old wines?4/11/2008
  Q: I inherited a lot of french wine. They are mostly 1990 Burgundies, premier, grand and first crus, ...
  A: I'd be happy to run an eye over your list if you want but I can tell you now that there are really ...
Beaujolais4/11/2008
  Q: David- My wife @I traveled in France in 1982. We brought back a bottle of 1980 Beaujolais Reserve ...
  A: St Amour is one of the better areas in Beaujolais and is recogised by Cru status for its wines so ...
how good the port4/10/2008
  Q: i have a chance to purchase a bottle of Royal oporto vintage 1963 it has been kept in the right ...
  A: I'd walk away from that Royal Oporto - or run (!) - as this is by some distance the worst '63 you ...
1959 medoc4/9/2008
  Q: David, My Mom use to work in one of the Catskill resorts bartending for 38 years has recently passed ...
  A: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. And I'm afraid I can't see any value in this bottle as it ...
Rothschild4/7/2008
  Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild numbers as follow: 174392 and 175081. Are they of ...
  A: I'm afraid 1967 was a very poor vintage and your Moutons will now be well past their best so you ...
Paul Masson - Rare Souzao Port, made in CA4/6/2008
  Q: While this might not be technically considered a port, I drank this wine a couple times as a kid ...
  A: One merchant I know of who isn't very far away from you is this store in Salem: ...
1996 Morey St Denis4/5/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of 1996 Eduard Bryczek Morey St. Denis 1er Cru Cuvée du Pape Jean-Paul II as a ...
  A: Dom Georges Bryczek is a tiny producer with a reputation for wines that mature well - I assume ...
1979 grand vin chateua latour4/3/2008
  Q: recent gift from my friend and was wondering since it wasnt a spectacular year if the wine will ...
  A: All '79s are a gamble after this time, especially the Cab-Sauv-based Medocs because this vintage was ...
Are these still good?3/31/2008
  Q: I don't know much about wine, but I found three bottles of wine that I had forgotten about; A ...
  A: These aren't wines made for ageing so I'm afraid they may all be past their best by now unless they ...
Cognac valuation3/31/2008
  Q: I am based in London, UK. Many thanks Simon *** Hi Simon, I can only answer you if you tell me ...
  A: This may help with regard to replacement cost in the UK: ...
Mateus Wine3/30/2008
  Q: I have a very old bottle of Mateus Rose. I have had it for about 20 years but not really sure of ...
  A: But I'm afraid the news about you wine isn't good: 1: This is a commercial blend produced in vast ...
Rare Cognac3/28/2008
  Q: I am in posssesion of a 4/5 quart of COGNAC, Prince Hubert de POLIGNAC, RESERVE PERSONNELLE DU ...
  A: I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to realise any value from this as private sales of alcohol ...
Delbeck Champagne 19433/28/2008
  Q: Sorry I didn't know how to add this on to my original question and your answer. I am in the UK and ...
  A: Delbeck may not have stated quantities on their labels until it became mandatory later - I should ...
13 bottles of wine 1961-1971 - Need advice3/27/2008
  Q: Hope you can help with this. I acquired a large lot of wines from an estate sale. With a little ...
  A: I was afraid you might be in the US as this is one of the few countries where the laws prevent the ...
13 bottles of wine 1961-1971 - Need advice3/26/2008
  Q: Hope you can help with this. I acquired a large lot of wines from an estate sale. With a little ...
  A: Wines of these ages represent a very considerable risk and I only see significant value in the '64 ...
Lindemans Jackie Chan3/26/2008
  Q: not sure if you are able to help me but here goes...I have a bottle of Lindemans Jackie Chan Reserve ...
  A: I'm sorry but I don't do questions about Australian wines as I lack the detailed experience to be ...
DP 663/24/2008
  Q: I have a Don Perignon 66 cellared. How long should it last, when should I drink it by?
  A: Lucky you! This is an excellent DP but even this won't last for ever, even if your cellar is cool, ...
I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell?3/24/2008
  Q: Come back with that information and I'll try to help more if you want." My next question is - 'Why ...
  A: Simply because without knowing where you are I could only take a world view - and private sale of ...
Moet & Chandon Champagne3/24/2008
  Q: I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? Thank ...
  A: I'm glad you're in the UK as it's much easier to sell wine here than in some other countries! This ...
Moet & Chandon Champagne3/24/2008
  Q: I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? Thank ...
  A: This is a famous vintage so your mag could be worth as much as $400 - or more if it's Moet's Dom ...
Champagne3/24/2008
  Q: Hope you are ok. I have a botle of 1959 Dry Imperial Moet & Chandon in good condition, and a botle ...
  A: This is a famous vintage and these bottles would cost you £300 or more each to replace, plus VAT. So ...
valuation - Camus Napoleon Cognac3/23/2008
  Q: I live in Prescott Arizona. I have a bottle of Camus Napoleon Cognac. It is identified as No. ...
  A: This is a fine Cognac from a famous family firm and I think it would probably cost around $75/100 to ...
Faustino I3/23/2008
  Q: Preferably from the year I was born - 1974... I can find some from 1970, 1964 and 1993. Then the ...
  A: You didn't choose a very good birth year if you have a particular love for Rioja and I think you'd ...
Tall chianti in a basket3/23/2008
  Q: I have two bottles and wonder if they are of any value and if they are better witth age? The first ...
  A: Chianti doesn't improve much with age I'm afraid and is usually at its best within five years of the ...
old wine3/23/2008
  Q: I found an old unopened bottle of wine that was my grandfathers. The label reads Sauternes.. 1947 ...
  A: Although 1947 is a famous Sauternes vintage, only the very top wines will still be drinkable after ...
Quinta Do Noval 1970 Vintage Port/bottled in 1972 product of Portugal3/22/2008
  Q: i would like a little information if you have it on this particular bottle of port.We found it ...
  A: What a lovely discovery! I hope you like Port and Cropwell Bishop Stilton as much as your husband ...
Collingwood Premiership Port3/22/2008
  Q: i have a Collingwood Football Club 1990 Premiership Port its unopened and has a picture of the team ...
  A: No, I'm not Australian and I'm afraid your bottle isn't Port either as that only comes from ...
Open Cognac Storage3/22/2008
  Q: Does Cognac go bad once the bottle is open? Once open, does it have to be consumed in a certain ...
  A: I'm with you on this as I can't see why any distilled spirit should have a reduced life after ...
Bordeaux wine3/21/2008
  Q: Wondering about history & value of the following 150cl bottle of wine. I will detail the cream ...
  A: I can't help with the valuation without knowing where you are and if you have it in mind to sell ...
Vintage Port3/19/2008
  Q: I am de-cluttering and want to sell 20 bottles of Taylors Port accumulated over the years. These ...
  A: I'm not surprised that Farr's weren't interested in your Port as they only deal in large quantities ...
1970 Vintage Dom Perignon3/17/2008
  Q: I have an bottle of this vintage and would like to sell it I purchased the bottle at a hotel in ...
  A: This DP is getting past maturity after so long so I suggest you drink or sell fairly soon. Current ...
Dow's Port3/17/2008
  Q: I came across a bottle of Imported Dow's 1917 vintage Port, produced and bottled by Silver Cosens ...
  A: This wasn't a great vintage for Port and it will be some decades past its best by now. But that's ...
value of champagne3/17/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck 1914 Champagne Extra Dry - Reims - By Appointment to H.M. King ...
  A: There's no way that a Champagne of this age would have more than curisity value I'm afraid. But you ...
graf istvan3/17/2008
  Q: Hi we were given a bottle of the above wine 2006 bohotin merlot & cabernet sauvignon where can i buy ...
  A: This is a brand that's exclusive to the notorious Pieroth direct selling organisation so they would ...
Lafite Rotschild3/17/2008
  Q: My husband has a bottle of Lafite Rotschild 1982. It has been stored on its side in a normal ...
  A: I don't know how Finnish wine fairs work but it wouldn't be very easy to sell this bottle in the UK ...
Vintage Champagne Deutz3/16/2008
  Q: I'm in Reading, Berkshire, UK. I have kept a vintage half bottle of Extra Dry Vintage 1966 Champagne ...
  A: According to the company's website here: http://www.champagne-deutz.com/presentation/index.html ...
Lafite Rotschild3/16/2008
  Q: My husband has a bottle of Lafite Rotschild 1982. It has been stored on its side in a normal ...
  A: If cellared properly lying down in a cool place this bottle would be worth well over Euros1000 but ...
Chateau La Becade 1996Hi David,3/15/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of the above and can't find any information on that particular year nor can I ...
  A: . Hi David, La Becade is a reputable property in Listrac that was acquired by the excellent cru ...
PS re Bollinger3/14/2008
  Q: The 1970 Bollinger was kept in the box in my parents basement, lying horizontally for all theses ...
  A: . Hi Kay, Thanks for adding that; good news assuming that your parents' CH boiler isn't in the same ...
Wine Value3/14/2008
  Q: Mr. Ling, I know the likely answer but.....I have a bottle of 1957 Chambolle Musigny Les Amoureuses. ...
  A: I'm afraid I can only confirm your fears! 1: 72F is "room temperature" in winespeak, not "cool" at ...
wine worth3/13/2008
  Q: I would like to know if you know the value of these wines that I have. 1) 1979 Bordeaux Baron ...
  A: These were never valuable wines and I'm afraid they are now in serious decline after so long and ...
3 bottles, their estimated value please...3/11/2008
  Q: I found 3 bottles of wine recently at a hotel I work at in Nashville TN, and after asking around, ...
  A: Sorry but someone lives in fantasy land. Without trying to find the lowest US prices, you could ...
Porto Colheita 19743/10/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Porto Colheita 1974 which I am interested in learning about. I know virtually ...
  A: Now don't go all girly! (LOL) Just go to http://www.flickr.com/, register for a free account and ...
Royal Oporto 19853/10/2008
  Q: Nearly 20 years ago I bought a few cases of Royal Oporto 1985 Vintage Port which I hoped would be ...
  A: I'm afraid Royal Oporto isn't a producer I'd ever buy - and especially not for long keeping - as ...
Porto Colheita 19743/10/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Porto Colheita 1974 which I am interested in learning about. I know virtually ...
  A: Photos always help so please upload what you want me to see to Flickr or whatever photosharing ...
Taittinger Champagne3/10/2008
  Q: I recently inherited a bottle of Taittinger Brut La Fracaise Champagne. Unfortunately there is no ...
  A: The great majority of Champagne is non-vintage, that is blended from several years to give a ...
shelf life of champagne3/9/2008
  Q: How about a bottle of Andre Brut (705 and B24 and 9 on the bottom), or a Martini & Rossi Asti ...
  A: Some top Champagnes can easily last for 20 years or more when properly cellared lying down in a cool ...
Wine3/8/2008
  Q: I have a Mouton-Cadet two bottle gift box it is made of wood and contains a bottle of 1986 Bordeaux ...
  A: Sorry but I can't see how these would be worth anything in the US as no merchant would want to buy ...
champagne3/7/2008
  Q: I have been given a bottle of 1961 champagne Royal Charter shipped by WACHTER & cO. would this still ...
  A: Unfortunately the Champagne authorities do not publish the names to which they issue code numbers ...
Wine3/7/2008
  Q: I have a Mouton-Cadet two bottle gift box it is made of wood and contains a bottle of 1986 Bordeaux ...
  A: I can't tell you what these are worth because you haven't told me where you are. But I'm afraid ...
Talors 1971 Port3/5/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of Taylors 1971 late bottled vintage reserve port, bottled in Oporto in 1977. please ...
  A: Your Taylor is no longer available from Australian merchants so I can't give an accurate valuation. ...
Talors 1971 Port3/5/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of Taylors 1971 late bottled vintage reserve port, bottled in Oporto in 1977. please ...
  A: Taylor's make good and popular LBVs so this should be fine to drink, sooner rather than later. I ...
1979 champagne3/5/2008
  Q: my parents have a bottle of Perrier-Jouet Champagne, special reserve from france. Is it worth ...
  A: Fridges aren't really a good idea for ageing wine as they are usually too cold and they vibrate. ...
Lafite 1996 Labels/importers3/5/2008
  Q: I recently came across a few bottles of Lafite 1996 imported by Dreyfus Ashby, whose labels appear ...
  A: Multiple labellings are commonplace to cater for the various rules around the world so I don't think ...
1979 champagne3/4/2008
  Q: my parents have a bottle of Perrier-Jouet Champagne, special reserve from france. Is it worth ...
  A: This is a famous Champagne House and your wine is from a very good vintage so it would probably cost ...
pontet-latour 19753/3/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Pontet-Latour Red Wine from 1975, it is a 6 litre bottle and is in it's original ...
  A: I don't know of any specialist wine auctioneers in NI, but Wilson's in Newtownabbey might be able to ...
1928 Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne3/3/2008
  Q: Would there be any value to a 1928 bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne? The champagne itself is not ...
  A: In the condition you describe - and thanks for the details - I can't see any value I'm afraid, ...
1970 vintage port Borges & Irmao3/2/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1970 vintage port Borges & Irmao, purchased in Portugal in 1983. Does the bottle ...
  A: This is no longer listed by any UK merchant so it's difficult to value accurately but I think you ...
pontet-latour 19753/2/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Pontet-Latour Red Wine from 1975, it is a 6 litre bottle and is in it's original ...
  A: I'm afraid '75 wasn't a great vintage in Bordeaux, and it's now rather old, but large formats always ...
1985 Chateau Meaume Bordeaux Superieur Magnum3/1/2008
  Q: Just been given the above bottle. Still drinkable? Was it a good year? Jom
  A: Assuming this had been kept properly before you got it, you should be confident that it will turn ...
old bottle of wine3/1/2008
  Q: i have come across a bottle wine its partners port sandeman has a labels on the neck vintage porto ...
  A: Partners Port is Sandeman's offering in the de luxe Ruby category and is very good for what it is, ...
1928 Bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne2/28/2008
  Q: Would there be any value to a 1928 bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne? The champagne itself is not ...
  A: This is actually a famous wine that was still highly rated as recently as 1998 so are you sure your ...
1961 Taittinger2/27/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Taittinger Comtes de Champagne 1961, and I was interested in finding out what ...
  A: This is a fine but very old Champagne from a good year but I can't suggest a replacement value as it ...
Vino Barolo 19682/26/2008
  Q: I recently inherited a bottle of Bersano Vino Barolo 1968 together with its original box. My ...
  A: This is from a good producer but a below-average year - and the wine is a bit old now, even by ...
Dalva Golden White Porto 1952 Colheita2/25/2008
  Q: Have any ideas where I can locate a bottle of this port, Dalva Golden White Porto, 1952 Colheita (da ...
  A: I can understand your difficulty as Dalva, or Da Siva as they are known in some markets, are very ...
GRAND VIN CHateau lynch bages grand cru classe 1966.2/25/2008
  Q: HI THERE I HAVE HAD 2 BOTTLES OF LYNCH BAGES 1966 PURCHASED 1973 CAN YOU PLEASE TELL ME IF THEY ARE ...
  A: You might have to pay anywhere between $100 and $400 per bottle, depending on where you are, so yes, ...
Offley Port2/24/2008
  Q: I've received a bottle of Offley Port (1968 reserve) and was wondering how much the gift giver ...
  A: I can't be precise as this wine is no longer available from merchants but I would have thought a ...
WINE TEMP. RANGE2/24/2008
  Q: i JUST BOUGHT A WINE STORAGE UNIT AND NOTICED THAT THE TEMP RANGES FROM THE 55 i HAVE IT SET TO ...
  A: There seems to be something odd! According to my AllExperts log there are additional answers from ...
WINE TEMP. RANGE2/23/2008
  Q: i JUST BOUGHT A WINE STORAGE UNIT AND NOTICED THAT THE TEMP RANGES FROM THE 55 i HAVE IT SET TO ...
  A: I wonder if you missed my previous answer when I said: Hi Steven, I think it's fairly usual for ...
Pontet Latour bordeaux White 19732/23/2008
  Q: Is this possible to purchase this type of wine. Do they still produce this vintage? I am unable to ...
  A: I don't think you'd find this wine anywhere nowadays as the name isn't used any more to avoid ...
Republique Francaise DGDDI2/23/2008
  Q: I am trying to locate information on an unopened bottle that is wrapped in sewn burlap with no ...
  A: I'm sorry but there's not enough information here for me to be able to help you much. But I can tell ...
Lafitte Rothschild Vertical 94-012/22/2008
  Q: David, I have acquired through a friend in some financial difficulties. He purchased these through ...
  A: I'm sorry to hear that your friend has had some problems. A vertical of such a popular First as ...
Signed bottle of wine2/22/2008
  Q: Is it ok to drink a signed bottle of wine - or is it best to keep it and never drink it. Our intent ...
  A: I think the answer may depend on "what wine" and "whose signature" because I can see a full bottle ...
The Dreaded Pieroth again!!2/21/2008
  Q: I was introduced to the Pieroth Mafia several years ago. I had the usual home visit for tasting. I ...
  A: "Mafia" is a good word for Pieroth and their high-pressure sales techniques! As you know what you ...
wine2/20/2008
  Q: i am the the grandson of the hedges and butler wine taster to a man called Henry long but known as ...
  A: There are collectors of wine promotional gifts and suchlike who buy and sell via the Collectors' ...
Pieroth wine - Graf Istvan2/20/2008
  Q: I have had a couple of cases of 'Graf Istvan' wine from Pieroth wines. This is a soft sweet ...
  A: I'm afraid you're not alone in finding Pieroth wines very expensive for what they are by the time ...
Value of my Porto and Madeira Wines2/19/2008
  Q: Would you be so kind to help me with the value of the list below. Do you know if there is any ...
  A: I don't know of any specialist wine auctioneers in Portugal but as you are in a country where the ...
Champagner - Price/Drinkability?2/19/2008
  Q: I'm from Germany desperately looking for the price of a "Moet&Chandon" "Brut Imperial" 1966 ...
  A: This was a very good vintage for Champagne but they have long-since vanished from merchants so it ...
wine2/19/2008
  Q: hi found a bottle of rose up a fireplace in my house i dont know who put it there but i the housees ...
  A: I don't uually advise anyone to dump wine without tasting it but I strongly advise you to do just ...
Value of my Porto and Madeira Wines2/18/2008
  Q: Would you be so kind to help me with the value of the list below. Do you know if there is any ...
  A: I'm sorry but a list of this length would take me several hours to research properly and that's ...
Black Tower 1983 Bottled in Germany2/17/2008
  Q: A few years ago I came across a bottle of Black Tower Wine. The bottle says it was Bottled in ...
  A: I'm sorry but Black Tower is a commercial brand of semi-sweet blended wine that enjoyed some ...
PORT Sale2/17/2008
  Q: I am currently searching the web to sell a case of Port (9lts)of Fonseca 1983 & Grahams 1983. I ...
  A: These could both be replaced in the UK for around £35 per bottle, duty paid but plus VAT and ...
WINE TEMP. RANGE2/16/2008
  Q: i JUST BOUGHT A WINE STORAGE UNIT AND NOTICED THAT THE TEMP RANGES FROM THE 55 i HAVE IT SET TO ...
  A: I think it's fairly usual for units to cycle like this when they're empty because the thermal mass ...
Do I toss them?2/16/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Very Cold Duck - "A blend of California Champagne and Sparkling ...
  A: I hate to have to agree that any wines are only fit for the drains but if you don't drink - and thus ...
how much is it worth2/15/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of wine that was my grandfathers,I will give you all the information that is on the ...
  A: You don't say how long your GF had this before you and, as there's no vintage date, the wine comes ...
1915 Metaxa2/15/2008
  Q: David, I'm located in the state of New Jersey, USA, and I have a bottle of Metaxa, with the seal ...
  A: Metaxa's sweet brandy isn't to everyone's taste but you could replace this bottle locally for around ...
A port i found2/12/2008
  Q: Recently my father was cleaning out the liquor/wine stash and found a bottle of port he received as ...
  A: This was only an average year and it has long-since vanished from merchants so I can't give you a ...
Valuation of champagne2/12/2008
  Q: Would you be able to confirm the price of the following Champagne Taittinger - Comtes de Champagne ...
  A: Replacement cost for this ranges from $194/369 around the world at the moment. I hope that's a ...
Valuation of single bottles of wine2/12/2008
  Q: Sir, My wife and I live in Belgium and she has the following bottles of wine which she is ...
  A: Your Mouton deserved to be stored lying down in a cool cellar, not in a centrally-heated apartment, ...
Pomerol bordeaux2/11/2008
  Q: I INHERITED A BOTTLE OF 1967 a. DE luze 8. FILS BORDEAUX BENEATH IT SAYS POMEROL FROM SHAW AND ROSS ...
  A: Sorry but '67 was a poor vintage and there's little chance that your negotiant blend of wine from ...
Old Sherry2/11/2008
  Q: I wonder can you help me, I have two old bottles of sherry from Spain and I wonder if you can tell ...
  A: There isn't much interest in old Sherry among wine enthusiasts I'm afraid and I know nothing about ...
Ols Sherry2/11/2008
  Q: I wonder can you help me, I have two old bottles of sherry from Spain and I wonder if you can tell ...
  A: W & H Pando is a high-quality medium dry Sherry that enjoys a good reputation but I don't recognise ...
A Certain Wine...2/10/2008
  Q: I am wanting to purchase a certain type of wine. My spelling will not be great of its name, but i ...
  A: I'm pretty sure you're thinking of St-Emilion as that's how it often sounds when spoken quickly. ...
1963 Croft2/10/2008
  Q: I have a case of the above, would you be kind enough to let me have your views and if possible an ...
  A: This was one of my favourite '63s - twenty years ago (!) - as it was more forward than some others. ...
1964 bottles of wine2/9/2008
  Q: David I live in Reading Berkshire UK I have been given 3 bottles of wine from 1964 they have a label ...
  A: I'm afraid these were never intended for long ageing and will now be in serious decline. I don't ...
Gumpoldskirchner Wine2/8/2008
  Q: Sir, I was given a bottle of properly stored 1977 Gumpoldskirchner White Still Wine bottled by Wein ...
  A: Austrian wines aren't my speciality but this seems very old and I can't see much valuer here - ...
Chateau Latour 19572/7/2008
  Q: I have a Grand Vin de Chateau Latour Pauillac-Medoc 1957. There is a second label stating it was ...
  A: Ullage as bad as you describe isn't a good sign I'm afraid but as this is one of a few failures ...
Valuation of collection2/5/2008
  Q: 1974 Seppelt Moyston Claret 1974 Penfolds Coonawarra Claret Bin 128 1977 Black Tower White wine ...
  A: It's never possible to give meaningful valuations on an international site like AllExperts without ...
Port2/4/2008
  Q: David, What is the value of DOW'S 1970 vintage Port and can I enjoy it today? Thanks
  A: This is a fine Port from a fine vintage that would cost you between $118 and $325, plus taxes, to ...
Charles Heidsieck 19432/4/2008
  Q: ive just inherited a bottle of charles heidsieck champagne from 1943, i just wondered if you knew ...
  A: I'm afraid I don't see significant value in any Champagne of such age. But this was a good vintage ...
Port wine value and info2/2/2008
  Q: Many years ago a woman who had a brief but profound impact on my life and my daughter's life passed ...
  A: I'm sorry to spoil a lovely story but this isn't Port, which only comes from Portugal, but a sweet ...
Bollinger Tradition 19732/1/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of R.D. Bollinger Tradition 1973 champagne in original box (dark green/black and ...
  A: The only UK merchant still offering this wine lists it at £150 + VAT, for the 1981 disgorgement so ...
Croft port1/31/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Croft port, made for Tercentenary Year, 1978, numbered 11753, it comes in a box ...
  A: This is a very fancy presentation of an aged Tawny and should still be enjoyable. I'm afraid I ...
Chateau Plagnac1/30/2008
  Q: I have an older bottle of Chateau Plagnac (1990), which is labled as a Cru Bourgeois. Recently, I ...
  A: The 2003 cru bourgeois reclassification was annulled by the administrative court of appeals in ...
J.G Monnet EBR Cognac1/27/2008
  Q: I have just rec'd an unopened bottle of JG Monnet Extra Belle Reserve Cognac. It was purchased ...
  A: Sorry but Cognac isn't my speciality although I hope this will help: ...
are these wines drinkable1/26/2008
  Q: We have inherited several wines that were not kept in optimal condition, just in a heated basement. ...
  A: I'm sorry you've had to wait for a reply but questions posted to the pool always take longer to ...
port valuation1/25/2008
  Q: got a w&j graham port 1963 o porto vintage can you give a valuation on it & if still any good ? how ...
  A: This is one of the stars of a very great vintage and would cost you between $266 and $696, plus ...
Cognac1/23/2008
  Q: David I have a 4/5 bottle of cognac from J.G. Monnet & Co. in a wooden box #43298 It is called ...
  A: This fine Cognac would be fairly costly to replace - say $100+ if you could find any - but single ...
Old Madera1/21/2008
  Q: I have a squat shaped wicker covered unopened bottle of Portugese Baol Madera dated 1860. Could it ...
  A: Wicker baskets are usually a sign of wines aimed at the tourist market, as opposed to wine ...
Vale of a bottle of wine1/20/2008
  Q: My father recently passed away and gave me a bottle of Alexis Lichine Beaujolais vintage 1969. I ...
  A: Sorry but however I calculate this the number is still zero. For two reasons: 1: Beaujolais is made ...
Dow's 1961 Late Bottled Vintage Port - value?1/19/2008
  Q: My dad just announced he's leaving me several cases of a Dow's 1961 Late Bottled Vintage Port ...
  A: What a nice dad! This was a good buy as '61 prices were much lower in the mid '60s than the ...
bottle of something1/18/2008
  Q: i need some help identifying a bottle of alcohol that has been handed down through my Italian ...
  A: Aguardente, literally "firewater", is distilled from vinho verde grapes, using a process similar to ...
The Berliner wine1/17/2008
  Q: My husband was stationed in Germany and was give this bottle of wine I am about to describe, Regular ...
  A: I don't think this would be of much interest to wine enthusiasts as it's just a commercial wine, ...
Old Madeira Information1/15/2008
  Q: I am hoping you can help me find more information and a value in USD for this bottle. It is a ...
  A: Your bottle is a Solera wine, not a Vintage one - meaning that a barrel was laid down in 1748 (we ...
Old Madeira Information1/15/2008
  Q: I am hoping you can help me find more information and a value in USD for this bottle. It is a ...
  A: very helpful! There's a bit about the shipper here: http://tinyurl.com/ys7oqd but old Madeira is ...
Port1/15/2008
  Q: I have had for many years one bottle of port. The labal says"DALVA VINTAGE 1963, Produce of ...
  A: Dalva (known as Da Silva in some markets) isn't a top-line producer of vintage Ports and are ...
Wine evaluation1/14/2008
  Q: As a gift I was given a bottle of Chateau Haut-Beychevelle Gloria Saint-Julien 1978 1. I wanted ...
  A: I wouldn't be very confident about this after so long as drinkability will very much depend on how ...
Perrier-Jouet 19751/14/2008
  Q: We found a large bottle of Perrier- Jouet. It has on the lable #42 of 548 champagne 1975 ...
  A: This is now VERY old for Champagne, even one from such a reputable house as PJ, although this was a ...
chateaux montrose1/14/2008
  Q: I have a 1954 bottle oh Chateaux Montrose ,L Charmolue J Calvert & Co It has been kept somewhere ...
  A: I'm afraid the level, "into body" in winespeak, doesn't bode well for the sale price as most ...
Mouton Rothschild 1997 Label1/13/2008
  Q: On the day of our wedding, my husband and I shared a bottle of Mouton Rothschild 1997 (with art by ...
  A: I can't offer personal advice on this as I have never done it with labels fixed with modern ...
Chateau Batailley1/13/2008
  Q: I have inherited 3 bottles of Vintage port, and wonder if they have any value, and what to do with ...
  A: I'm glad you put the word "experts" in quotes because that's just crazy. I suggest your dad accepts ...
Chateau Batailley1/12/2008
  Q: I have inherited 3 bottles of Vintage port, and wonder if they have any value, and what to do with ...
  A: Your dad could replace this bottle for around £40, plus VAT, so I'd be interested to know what other ...
1961 Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Pauillac1/11/2008
  Q: I am located in Columbia, South Carolina. I am looking to sell two bottles of 1961 Chateau Mouton ...
  A: This is a very famous and valuable wine so I hope you've kept it properly - lying down in a cool ...
Moet and Chandon Champagne1/11/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of a 1937 Moet and Chandon Champagne. Is there any value in them? If so what is a ...
  A: As you're in the US, I'm afraid your choice of lawful sales routes is limited. Try WineCommune as a ...
liebfraumilch1/11/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of 1981 limited edition charles and diana. wedding day wine.1980 steinweiler kloster ...
  A: Sorry but bottle-collecting isn't my field so I suggest you have a browse in that section of eBay to ...
Moet and Chandon Champagne1/10/2008
  Q: I have 2 bottles of a 1937 Moet and Chandon Champagne. Is there any value in them? If so what is a ...
  A: IF these have been properly stored, lying down in the same cool dark place for the last 60 years, ...
Value / quality questions1/9/2008
  Q: A friend of mine returning from the Middle East stopped in Paris coming back to the states. ...
  A: Silva and Cosens are best known for their superb Dow Ports so your aged Tawny from a single vintage ...
Hooper's Port Récolte 19371/8/2008
  Q: Without knowing anything about Port I opened an old bottle Port during our Ski holiday last week. ...
  A: I'm delighted to hear that you enjoyed this lovely old Port. This was bottled in 1937 from ...
1976 Tytell Beaujolais1/8/2008
  Q: Was given a bottle -- I don't care about selling it- just want to know if it's decent to drink! ...
  A: I'm afraid I wouldn't expect much pleasure from this after so long as it was probably at its best ...
hoopers 1985 vintage port1/7/2008
  Q: I was given a bottle of the above in 1995 and told to keep it until 2010 when it would be at its ...
  A: Hooper's had a notable success with their 1985, which is much better than the dismal effort (as ...
Garrett's wine bottle1/7/2008
  Q: I have an empty 4 oz clear bottle that says Garrett's wine embossed on it. There is also an Eagle ...
  A: Neither the history of American winemaking nor bottle collecting come even close to my area of ...
Re Vintage Chianti1/7/2008
  Q: L. Ruffino Chianti in a basket unopened with a date from 1956…….The front label says I.L. Ruffino – ...
  A: I'm afraid this is VERY old for a white Chianti, especially one from a large commercial producer ...
port valuation1/7/2008
  Q: For my christianing (back in 1981) i received 12 bottles of "noval lp port", bottled by Quinta do ...
  A: Noval LB is a high-quality Ruby Port in a style sometimes called "Vintage Character", although ...
Moet & Chandon White Star1/6/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Moet & Chandon White Star that was purchased for a special occasion about 15 ...
  A: This would be very difficult for you to sell lawfully so drink up - and hope that it hasn't aged so ...
Hooper's rare port1/6/2008
  Q: I have a bottle of Hooper's rare port, 5 star reserve. The bottle is slightly oval and is covered in ...
  A: Hooper's is part of the Royal Oporto group and thus isn't in the top flight of producers I'm afraid. ...
Queens Banquet Champagne1/5/2008
  Q: While visiting Portsmouth England in 2006, I was given, as a gift, a bottle of Champagne, left over ...
  A: I'm sorry but this isn't Champagne but a semi-sparkling or "Mousseaux" wine from the Var area of ...
Ferreira Porto Vintage 19661/5/2008
  Q: I have an unopened bottle of Ferreira Porto Vintage 1966 750 ml, alcohol 19.5% by volume, produced ...
  A: This is a fine Port from a fine vintage and producer and is now nicely mature. But it is no longer ...
question on bottle of 1981 bordeaux1/5/2008
  Q: we came across a bottle of 1981 Bordeaux chai de bordes. the bottle reads -grand vin de Bordeaux ...
  A: You don't say what you want to know about this bottle but I don't think there'd be much to say about ...
Barolo1/4/2008
  Q: Sorry, I should have given you more details. The Barolo is actually a 1974, not a 1968. the label ...
  A: I'll repeat your question here so that everyone can see what we're talking about: "I have been left ...
white wine1/4/2008
  Q: After opening a white wine how long can it survive in the refridgerator?
  A: All wine starts to decline a few hours after opening so it's always best to finish the bottle the ...
Bad Champagne?1/3/2008
  Q: We opened a bottle of 1993 Cristal and the cork stayed compressed, plus there wasn't much pressure. ...
  A: It's always very disappointing when a particular bottle of a great and expensive wine doesn't live ...
st ferdinand almeida ruby port1/3/2008
  Q: many thanks and best regards scott ANSWER: Hi Scott, Barros Almeida is a prominent Port house, ...
  A: I'm afraid that doesn't help regarding age as the DWSGA is simply an associated contract bottling ...
Dom Perignon Cuvee Vintage 19881/3/2008
  Q: Hope you can help as I'm a novice when it comes to wines. I inherited a bottle of Dom Perignon ...
  A: I can't be precise because you haven't told me where you are but a replacement would cost you ...
Port1/3/2008
  Q: I have inherited 3 bottles of Vintage port, and wonder if they have any value, and what to do with ...
  A: These are all from relatively minor producers that don't rank in the top flight of Port houses and ...
old Bordeaux1/3/2008
  Q: Have an old bottle of bordeaux and hoping you can shed some light on its value . Chateau Larrivet - ...
  A: I'm sorry but this Ch doesn't have a reputation for long-lasting wines so I can't see why anyone ...
Bor Forras1/3/2008
  Q: If the wine is not sold through normal distribution how do you buy it? I live in Houston Texas
  A: The reason why you can't buy Bor Foras in a wine store is that it's a brand of Hungarian Cabernet ...
Baron Philippe Rothchild1/2/2008
  Q: I have an unopened 1 gallon 2 qt. (6 quart) bottle of Baron Philippe Rothschild Mouton-Cadet 1971. ...
  A: Mouton-Cadet is a commercial blend produced by the Rothschild's merchant operation to suit a fairly ...
st ferdinand almeida ruby port1/1/2008
  Q: many thanks and best regards scott
  A: Barros Almeida is a prominent Port house, best known under its Feist, Hutcheson, Feuerheed, Kopke ...
Valuation please1/1/2008
  Q: Moet et Chandon a Epernay...Champagne............Cuvee Dom Perignon....Vintage 1980. I was given ...
  A: This wasn't a great Champagne vintage, nor a great DP, and your friend may be right unless this ...
Wine Values1/1/2008
  Q: about me RE-POST Pvt individual Ted Kadala Chester NY 10918 If you need more info. plesae email me ...
  A: I'm so glad my notes were helpful! 1: Yes most certainly, and it won't do you any harm if you find ...
1980 Paul Masson Champagne1/1/2008
  Q: I just received a gift and it is a 1980 bottle of Paul Masson Champagne Extra Dry. On the label it ...
  A: Sorry but this isn't Champagne, which only comes from that area of France, whatever the maker may ...
1964 vintage port1/1/2008
  Q: i have a bottle of port Guimarens reserve 1964 is it drinkable? label says FONSECA bottled and ...
  A: This is from Fonseca's secondary brand, which they use when the vintage isn't quite good enough to ...
61 chateauneuf du pape12/31/2007
  Q: I recently aquired a couple of bottles of a 1961 Chateau du Mont Redon Chateauneuf du Pape that had ...
  A: Wines of this age are always a risk, even ones as great as the '61 Mont Redon that have been ...
Port query12/30/2007
  Q: I have 2 bottles of 1947 Constantinos with a plain label showing SVP Constantinos SARL. The paper ...
  A: Constantinos is part of the reputable Ferreira group but isn't a first-division Port producer and ...
1977 port12/30/2007
  Q: David, my daughter has three bottles of Vintage Port (2 x Warre & 1 x Grahams) that she would like ...
  A: These are both fine Ports and should sell easily - but not at any of the big London auction houses ...
Niepoort Port 193812/30/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of Niepoort Port dated 1938. The label also reads "Bottled 1943" and on the bottom ...
  A: You should be answering questions about Port, not asking them, as I didn't know Ferreira had ever ...
Niepoort Port 193812/30/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of Niepoort Port dated 1938. The label also reads "Bottled 1943" and on the bottom ...
  A: You are correct; but you may not know that Neipoort are unique in using this method which combines ...
wine value12/30/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of grand vin de chateau latour-premier grand cru classe- pauillic-medoc 1951- could ...
  A: Sorry but this is a very old wine from an awful vintage and I can't see why anyone would want to buy ...
MOUTON- CADET WINE12/29/2007
  Q: I have two bottle of M-C Wines in theior original box, a 1971 Bordelaises Ci,#25065, and a M-C 1990 ...
  A: There's chance that the '90 may still be drinkable if it's been kept cool, although this is a ...
Taittinger Champagne, 197112/28/2007
  Q: David, I have an individual boxed bottle of Taittinger Champagne. The box is a hinged red velvet ...
  A: This was a very fine wine from a superb vintage - in its day - but it's no longer available from any ...
cognac value$.12/28/2007
  Q: i have a 1985 bottle of cognac rothschild. on the label it says the cognac was selected by MONOPLES ...
  A: I can't help much I'm afraid as Cognac isn't my speciality but I can tell you that this wasn't ...
For Sale12/27/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of Cuvee Dom Perignon 1985. It still has the original box with the paper inside. ...
  A: You wouldn't be able to replace this from a NJ retailer but this outstanding DP from the excellent ...
1989 Chateauneuf du Pape12/26/2007
  Q: Here is the text from the label to go along with my earlier question (see below): Selection Reflets ...
  A: Don't even think of using this for cooking! This is a very fine CdP from a good year and producer ...
Moet Chandons' 76, 78 Magnum 7812/26/2007
  Q: Dave, My father has 3 bottles of Moet Chandon that he was given years ago. 1 of them is a 78 Magnum ...
  A: Champagne should always be stored lying down in a cool dark place so I'm afraid there is a real risk ...
1988 Abbaye Saint-Hilaire12/25/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of 1988 Abbaye Saint-Hilaire from the Villeroy region. I bought it in 1988 for about ...
  A: I only know this as a dry semi-sparking wine that goes well with oysters. If this is what you have ...
Value of Camus Napoleon No 37774512/22/2007
  Q: My husband received a bottle of Camus Napoleon Cognac for his 50th birthday, 38 years ago. We were ...
  A: This is a fine Cognac from a famous family firm and I think it would probably cost around $100 to ...
1973 bottle Rene Lalou Champagne12/22/2007
  Q: My father bought this champagne bottle for me 23 years ago. I have not opened it, kept in on it's ...
  A: This is one of the top Prestige Cuvées and was only produced in the period 1966 - 1985, until Mumm ...
Smith Havt LaFitte12/21/2007
  Q: I have recently discovered a great wine: Chateau Smith Havt LaFitte, Pessac-Leognan, 2004. I am ...
  A: Your not alone in liking this great wine. For example the well-known US writer Robert Parker says ...
wine valuations12/21/2007
  Q: my parents, who live in southern Ontario, Canada, have the following wines (one 750mL bottle each): ...
  A: This is a lovely and valuable group - but it's difficult to value accurately as few are available in ...
what should i do with this bottle12/21/2007
  Q: somewhere along the line, i've picked up this bottle: 1989 chateau de musset lalande de pomerol i ...
  A: This is a very good L de P from a good vintage, although it's probably in decline after this time - ...
1962 Dom Perignon12/21/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of 1962 Dom Perignon in excellent shape. I was wondering it's estimated value. I may ...
  A: This is fine DP but you may not have done it or yourself any favours by keeping it at domestic ...
Philippe Guillet12/19/2007
  Q: I am from Malaysia, I have a bottle of cognac, It was left to my care from my parents; They bought ...
  A: The detailed history of Cognac brands is a very specialist field so I'm afraid I can't help with ...
alcohol %12/18/2007
  Q: David Does the percentage of alcohol in a wine make it taste better, or is this a matter of ...
  A: There's a tendency for winemakers to strive for ever-higher ABVs because that disguises some faults ...
life of chardonnay after oppening12/16/2007
  Q: i was wondering how long after opening a bottle of say, [yellow tail] or sutter home chardonnay can ...
  A: You're doing the right thing to recork and keep in the fridge but chilling will only slow the ...
wine ID12/16/2007
  Q: My brother and sister-in-law recently discovered an old bottle of wine in their house that is dated ...
  A: Monsieur Henri Wines is part of Pepsico, who I'm afraid aren't best known for the quality of their ...
frozen wine12/15/2007
  Q: My wine fridge was reset accidently by the cleaner and we have a number of good red & white wines ...
  A: Don't panic; freezing is far less damaging than overheating so thawing gently in the fridge is just ...
Chevy Red price12/13/2007
  Q: David, what is your estimate for a bottle of 2001 Chevalier de Bayard, Vins De Pays D, Herault? ...
  A: You don't say where you are but this is now rather old for a Herault of this class but current ...
Vintage Port12/13/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of 1963 Quinta do Noval Port. It looks as if it was imported by Edward Robinson Ltd. ...
  A: I'm afaid Noval wasn't one of the stars of this superb vintage and it needs drinking - perhaps as a ...
Taylor Port12/12/2007
  Q: My father paid $30 Can. for it 30 yrs ago and we still have it .Do you know the value of it and ...
  A: You could replace this in Calgary for CA$155 or in Montreal for CA$241 but I'm afraid I don't know ...
1998 Chateaux Montrose Gran Vin12/11/2007
  Q: I have been cellaring a magnum of 1998 Chateau Montrose Gran Vin for a few years and was wondering ...
  A: This was a good buy and I wouldn't rush to open it for a few years if you can be patient. Montrose ...
MOET CHANDON 1972 Magnum12/11/2007
  Q: My father just found a magnum of MOET CHANDON 1972 in the basement of his house.. It was on its ...
  A: This is an odd one: 1972 wasn't a great vintage in Champagne so I'm afraid there is a risk that this ...
port12/11/2007
  Q: i was bought a case of 1983 Dows vintage port and have had it for some years now. i was hoping i ...
  A: This is a fine Port from a top house so you need have no fear about it being too old. I'd open your ...
value of a bottle of wine12/11/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of Echezeaux 1969 Jules Reginier & co, are you able to value this for me please. ...
  A: Now you really have thrown me as I have no experience of Guernsey prices and don't know any valuers ...
value of a bottle of wine12/10/2007
  Q: I have a bottle of Echezeaux 1969 Jules Reginier & co, are you able to value this for me please.
  A: This is difficult for me to value as Jules Regnier isn't a sought-after merchant so I couldn't ...
Jose Pemartin's Cream Sherry12/8/2007
  Q: I will assunme this is not very valuable, but I have a bottle of Jose Pemartin's Sherry (Jerez De La ...
  A: I think you're right to see little value in this as Cream Sherries aren't the best blends and ar