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| wine value | 10/11/2008 |
Q: I live in London and have a few botles of wine that I would like valued. I will mention 2 of them as ... A: I'm afraid neither of these would be easy to sell at these ages so I don't see significant value at ...
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| Value and Flavor | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I have a 1981 bottle of Monsieur Henri Chau Yon-Figeac Saint Emilion Grand Cru Classe'. I recieved ... A: Yon-Figeac is a well-regarded St-Emilion largely planted with Merlot but with a substantial amount ...
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| port values | 10/10/2008 |
Q: I have a Penfold 150th anniversary of Western Australia port of special release of 6000 bottles low ... A: I'm afraid I can't quote a figure as I can't find a retail listing to guide me - but I don't think ...
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| 1943 champagne | 10/10/2008 |
Q: i just found a case of 1943 champagne. is it ok to open and try A: This is now VERY old for Champagne, but it was a good vintage so there is some chance that this will ...
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| Valuing a bottle of wine | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I have recently come across a bottle of old port and would be interested to hear if you could give ... A: I'm afraid 1957 was a poor year for Port; nevertheless Niepoort's Colheitas have a strong following ...
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| wine valuation | 10/9/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of wine that I am trying to value for a charitable nonprofit auction. I don't ... A: I can't be precise with valuations for these but $15 for the Weissburgunder and $20 for the Eiswein ...
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| Chateau Pontet-Canet 1923-24?, Chateau Brown Cantenac 1924 | 10/7/2008 |
Q: In a very dark corner of a wine cellar (Westmount, Quebec) we discovered an unopened case of Chateau ... A: These are virtually impossible to value accurately as neither are First Growths and both vintages ...
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| A career in the wine industry? | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I am a 27 year old women based in Glasgow City Centre. I have worked for the past 10 years in the ... A: You don't mention qualifications so I think you should at least get signed-up for a WSET course of ...
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| Wine | 10/7/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Commanderie St Johns Cyprus vintage 1927 what can you tell me about the wine I ... A: The old sweet wines of Cyprus are much sought-after by wine enthusiasts seeking this style but are ...
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| 1973 chateau mouton baron phillipe pauillac | 10/4/2008 |
Q: My husband received a gift of the 1973 chateau mouton baron phillipe rothschild pauillac, not a ... A: I'm afraid I can only answer this fully if you tell me where you are as values and sales ...
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| Vintage port | 10/3/2008 |
Q: Should vintage port be stored on its side or standing, and should it be recorked at some point? ... A: Like most wines, Vintage Port should always be stored lying down in a cool dark place and left ...
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| Champagne Valuation | 10/3/2008 |
Q: I have a 750ml bottle of vintage Louis Roederer Cristal Rose Champagne from the year 1995. It is in ... A: Good to hear this is still in its light-protective wrapper as this is crucial to the resale value of ...
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| Cruse & Fils Freres | 10/2/2008 |
Q: After hurricane Ike roared through Houston, Texas, one of my neighbors discovered a very interesting ... A: Pouilly Fuisse is a famous and popular appellation of the Maconnais, which lies just north of ...
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| Bisquit cognac | 10/1/2008 |
Q: I would appreciate your estimate of the value of my bottle of Bisquit Cognac. Pictures are ... A: This is a difficult one because: !: I don't like the look of the colour or level you've shown me in ...
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| Wine valuation, Dom Perignon 1947 | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a Dom Perignon, vintage 1947. We are planning to move to a smaller house and I have no good ... A: You don't need to find your own appraiser as WineCommune will do the necessary as part of their ...
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| Wine valuation, Dom Perignon 1947 | 9/28/2008 |
Q: I have a Dom Perignon, vintage 1947. We are planning to move to a smaller house and I have no good ... A: Yes, there could be a bit of value here. Actually, if - and only if - this bottle has been ...
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| Champagne | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Rene Lalou 1961 Champagne a few years back. Is it worth keeping or could I ... A: there's no doubt about the date, eh, so that's interesting. I suggest you ask J Straker Chadwick's ...
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| 1959 Yago Rioja Santiago Wine | 9/24/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of 1959 Yago Rioja Santiago Wine. Is it worth anything? Thanks A: Sorry but this Rioja would now be far too old to have a value, even if it were from a top producer, ...
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| value of wine | 9/23/2008 |
Q: 1 each: 1968 Cos d' Estournel Saint-Estephe, 3 1970 bottles all A de Luze & Fils Pinot Noir, Cotes ... A: I'm sorry you expected a fuller answer but I might have been able to say more if you had complied ...
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| Quinta do Noval 1970 | 9/23/2008 |
Q: I got two bottles of 'Quinta do Noval 1970' for my christening in 1984 and I have never found the ... A: Lucky you! This fine vintage is now fully mature so you're right that it's decision time: ...
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| 1984 domaine de contenson | 9/22/2008 |
Q: ive 2 bottles of wine the first is a 1984 domaine de contenson and the second a chateau ladesvignes ... A: These are both country wines from southern France and as such will probably have been at their best ...
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| red wine capsule tops | 9/22/2008 |
Q: can you please shed some light into the colour codes on the top of the capsules on french red wine ... A: Many commercial wine producers in many countries use different colours on their capsules and labels ...
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| italian wine | 9/22/2008 |
Q: We have a bottle of Chianti Magni Italian wine vintage 1975 in a bottle with a Lione's head on the ... A: You are describing a style of fancy bottle and presentation that would have been made for sale as a ...
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| Niersteiner Riesling | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I just received a bottle of this wine by someone who received it as a gift and has no interest in ... A: I'm afraid your fears are well grounded as anything labelled simply "Niersteiner Riesling". will be ...
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| Vintage Portwines | 9/21/2008 |
Q: I am collecting vintage portwines. My oldest bottle is from 1833 I also have a bottle from 1890 and ... A: What a lovely and valuable collection you have. There are really only two sources for what you are ...
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| valuation | 9/19/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of champage 'planckaert grandjean' brut millesime 1990. that i got from my aunt's ... A: I'm afraid single bottles of Champagne are never easy to sell if they are below the top level, say ...
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| cognac | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of; A.DE Luze & Fils / Three Crown Cognac / Selected and bottled by A. DE Luze & ... A: Single bottles of regular Cognac, which this is, are never easy to sell anywhere - and sale would be ...
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| Lisbon wine | 9/18/2008 |
Q: I found a very interesting looking bottle of wine in my grandfathers basement. It is a figurine of ... A: I'm afraid I have bad news for you on three counts: 1: This is an inexpensive red wine from ...
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| What can you tell me about this | 9/16/2008 |
Q: I have a 4 foot bottle of wine that I know nothing about. Could you tell me anything. It is a 4ft ... A: You are describing the type of bottle often seen in Italian gift shops and displayed in restaurants. ...
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| value of this wine | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I just got a bottle of wine from my grandparents house i would like to know if it has a value and ... A: I'm afraid I can't see significant value here as this was from a fairly poor year, is now WAY past ...
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| Mercurey 1972 | 9/15/2008 |
Q: Just stumbled across your details after trying to find more detials on 2 bottles of wine I have ... A: OK, the red is a negotiant Mercurey and therefore likely to be well past its best by now. But the ...
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| 50th Anniversary Bordeaux Superior | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I have 6 bottles all labelled as 50eme anniversaire, 1944 - 1994, liberation de paris. Bordeaux ... A: These bottles crop up regularly on eBay France and other on-line sites with asking prices of Euros ...
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| Mercurey 1972 | 9/15/2008 |
Q: Just stumbled across your details after trying to find more detials on 2 bottles of wine I have ... A: I hope your dad enjoyed these at their prime but I'm afraid that was some time ago, even if the red ...
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| 1962 d'Yquem and food | 9/15/2008 |
Q: I was after a recommendation for a dessert to have with the above wine. The only criteria it would ... A: I'm sure you'll be planning that this lovely old Yquem will be the main feature of this meal so I ...
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| 1974 port | 9/14/2008 |
Q: Ihave a bottle of porto 1974 bottled in 1986 the label reads W.J.Hart Imported by S.A.J.RYST 32100 ... A: COMPANHIA GERAL DA AGRICULTURA DAS VINHAS DO ALTO DOURO is better-known as Royal Oporto and was not ...
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| Value | 9/14/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of sherry that was my Grandma's. It is a heart shaped bottle of Paul Masson Rare ... A: I'm sorry to have bad news for you but Paul Masson is a brand of low-cost jug wines and their ...
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| champagne question | 9/14/2008 |
Q: We found a bottle of 1973 Reserve Baron Philippe de Rothschild, Henriot Reims Champagne in bottle ... A: Henriot is a top, prestige maker so there should be a fair chance that this would still be enjoyable ...
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| Champagne | 9/13/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Rene Lalou 1961 Champagne a few years back. Is it worth keeping or could I ... A: This is an interesting question because I thought Mumm only produced their prestige Rene Lalou ...
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| Charles Heidsieck -Reims- Champagne | 9/12/2008 |
Q: Corner of label (where I presume a date was) is torn off. The only info left there is 'Extra Qty'. ... A: I'm afraid it wouldn't be lawful for your mother to barter this bottle or sell it privately in the ...
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| cognac 1878 | 9/11/2008 |
Q: i found a bottle of 1878 cognac with some missing but the seals arent broken it is 1878 bonaparte A: This should probably be appraised professionally if you hope to sell it but I'm afraid I can only ...
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| Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1955 | 9/11/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1955 which has been kept in a box in an interior ... A: Assuming your closet is cool - I.E. has never exceeded 60 deg F, that you have kept it lying down ...
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| port | 9/11/2008 |
Q: year 1999 thanks very much. A: Quinta de Terra Feita is in the Pinhão Valley, in the Cima Corgo region of the Douro, and is one of ...
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| what would you pay for this list? | 9/9/2008 |
Q: please could you just give a ball park figure A: Sorry but there's too much there for me to value, even if what I would want to pay in the UK is ...
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| wine valuation | 9/9/2008 |
Q: You helped me awhile ago valuating some old wines I had inherited and gave me some brokers to ... A: Personally I much prefer to buy at live auctions when I can attend, inspect each lot personally and ...
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| Follow Up From Previous Question | 9/8/2008 |
Q: I recently contacted you with regards to a question about a bottle of drink, which you requested ... A: I was happy to help, especially as it was such an interesting question, and look forward to hearing ...
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| Follow Up From Previous Question | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I recently contacted you with regards to a question about a bottle of drink, which you requested ... A: This is a public Q & A site and I'm afraid I don't give answers by email. The easiest way to show ...
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| Tayles port & Ferreira port | 9/7/2008 |
Q: I wondered if you could help my parent have 2 Taylors Vintage port one dated 1978 & the other 1982. ... A: I'm afraid none of these were great years so I think your Taylors will be one of their second-level ...
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| Old Wines | 9/6/2008 |
Q: I wonder if you could give me some guidance please. I have been given a bottle of 1983 Jean Claude ... A: Lucky you! 1983 was a stellar vintage in CdP and your bottle comes from a highly-respected ...
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| j calvet and co vintage 1958 | 9/6/2008 |
Q: An old lady in sheffield has given as payment for work carried out on her property a bag of duty ... A: Calvet were a highly respected family firm of negotiants that originated in the Rhone area but ...
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| 1975 leoville barton magnum | 9/6/2008 |
Q: What are the chances of this having aged well dispite being out of cellar for last 10 years would be ... A: Certainly better than evens, unless you've had it on display in the kitchen as '75 was a tannic year ...
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| Hoopers Port | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I have 3 cases (wood) by 12 of 1985 Hoopers Port unopened; purchased and stored by me as a 21st ... A: I'm afraid this is no longer available at any UK merchant so I can't find a retail price that would ...
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| Value of Champagne | 9/5/2008 |
Q: I have been given a half bottle of 1949 Louis Roederer extra dry champagne and was just wondering if ... A: Sorry but the chances of any half-bottle of Champagne of this age still being enjoyable are not ...
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| cost of paul masson sherry | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of paul masson rare cream sherry cuvee no. 801c. Is it worth ... A: Sorry but I can't see any resale value in any so-called Sherry from this producer, which is now part ...
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| value of champagne | 9/4/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of Don Perignon that I would like to sell, and would appreciate an approximat ... A: This is a difficult one because of their age and because so much depends on the bottle conditions so ...
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| wine valuation | 9/4/2008 |
Q: You helped me awhile ago valuating some old wines I had inherited and gave me some brokers to ... A: I'm glad you found my answer helpful. Reserve prices are normally set at a cautious level with the ...
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| 1969 chianti classico | 9/4/2008 |
Q: found a bottle unopened wine the label reads GANCIA Chianti classico then in smaller writing (in ... A: I'm afraid this is very old indeed for a Chianti so I don't think it would be easy to sell, which ...
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| Old wine Bottle shaped like Grapes | 9/2/2008 |
Q: I purchased a wine bottle that I was told it was blown glass, shaped as a cluster of golden color ... A: You are describing an example of Italian glass making and I'm afraid I'm not an expert in this ...
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| Which Wine??? | 9/2/2008 |
Q: THis is RInku from Mumbai... I am a Vodka Person and try mostly all combinations of it... I wanted ... A: I'm afraid I have no local experience of Mumbai but this page from Sommelier India may be useful: ...
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| G.H. Mumm 2000 greenwich merdian millenium champagne info | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I happen to come upon two bottles (750ml) of G.H. Mumm 2000 greenwich merdian millenium champagne ... A: I'm afraid asking prices on eBay and values have little in common! I think WineCommune, who would ...
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| Wine value | 9/1/2008 |
Q: I found a bottle of wine that I was wondering if you knew anything about. It is Vintage 1951 ... A: I don't think I'd want to drink a Chianti of this age, I'm afraid, as this is now decades beyond its ...
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| COGNAC NAPOLEON | 8/31/2008 |
Q: I try to find a cognac that was given to me as a gift while visiting Europe : COGNAC CAMUS NAPOLEON ... A: Camus is a famous old family producer of fine Cognacs and there's lots about them on their website: ...
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| Value of a vertical | 8/30/2008 |
Q: Yes David, I was wondering if you could help me? I have a vertical of Mouton Rothchilds dating from ... A: I think it's probably a good idea to sell the vertical as a single lot as the value of the very ...
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| Which Wine??? | 8/30/2008 |
Q: THis is RInku from Mumbai... I am a Vodka Person and try mostly all combinations of it... I wanted ... A: The best way I can think of for you to explore wines for the first time would be visit a local wine ...
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| 1990 Bottle of Dom Perignon | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I was wandering what a 1990 bottle of Dom Perignon was worth? Would it be better it was ... A: Too hot is far more damaging to wine than too cold so I don't think you have a thing to worry about. ...
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| 1990 Bottle of Dom Perignon | 8/29/2008 |
Q: I was wandering what a 1990 bottle of Dom Perignon was worth? Would it be better it was ... A: Nice company that gives away DP! You could expect to get around $250 if you were to offer this for ...
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| Vintage port value | 8/28/2008 |
Q: About 20 years ago I was given a case of 1983 Vintage Vinho do Porto from Royal Oporto Wine Co (Real ... A: The replacement cost of this case would be around £200, plus VAT and delivery, or in the order of ...
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| Value | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Wine from Cellier des Dauphins, Tulette, Drome. It is Carte Noir and Cotes du ... A: Cellier des Dauphins is the marketing name used by a group of wine co-operatives in the Rhone Valley ...
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| Rothschild 1972 Mouton Cadet 3QT Red Bordeux Wine | 8/27/2008 |
Q: I live in Orlando, FL USA and have a 3 QT 1972 Mouton-Cadet Red Bordeaux Wine by Philippe De ... A: I'm very sorry but I don't think you'll find this easy to sell: Mouton Cadet is a negotiant blend ...
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| Question on old liqueur | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I trust you are keeping well. I have found this website after a long hunt on Google. Whilst this ... A: I'd like to see this bottle please before attempting an answer so can you upload a photo showing the ...
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| Rothschild Bottle | 8/25/2008 |
Q: David, sorry I forgot to give you the name and year of the wine bottle: CHATEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD ... A: I'm afraid 1977 was an appalling vintage in Bordeaux so this bottle won't fetch as high a price as ...
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| 1981 limited edition Charles&Di champagne | 8/25/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of veuve clicquot ponsardin 1975 brut that was labeled for the Charles & Diana ... A: This is very difficult to value as it is now very old for an ordinary Vintage Champagne and it is no ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/22/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ... A: Sorry you had problems with the answer I sent as soon as I could and that seemed to upload correctly ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ... A: I had hoped you'd show me a pristine Ch Margaux that might be worth as much as $200 - but I'm afraid ...
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| Appay Pere & Fils Champagne 1928 | 8/19/2008 |
Q: After reading some of your answers on this site I am now curious about a half bottle of Appay Pere & ... A: I'm afraid half-bottles don't keep or age as well as larger formats so the odds on one as old as ...
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| champagne x2 | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I'm from Liverpool in England Thanks For your Reply Hope to hear from you again soon. Simon. A: The main reason why I needed to know where you are is that Ayala Ch d'Ay from 1919 is very rare ...
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| French wine capsule top marks | 8/19/2008 |
Q: French wine sometimes has a green, red or blue top on the capsule with (I think) a Minerva's head ... A: I can't give you a full answer, I'm afraid, as I don't know Irish legal requirements. But I can tell ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ... A: I'm glad you got the hang of Flickr! I need you to have another try though with the Ch Margaux and ...
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| Dom Perignon | 8/19/2008 |
Q: I live in North Wales, Uk. Forgot to mention that. Sorry. So going back to my question. What would I ... A: The current UK retail price of this superb Champagne is about £140, plus VAT. Storage at room ...
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| 5 Old Bottles of Wine | 8/19/2008 |
Q: We have these five bottles of wine that were given to us as gifts many years ago. We have never ... A: I'm afraid I can only see one bottle - a rather tired-looking negotiant bottling of Pouilly-Fuisse, ...
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| remy martin cognac | 8/17/2008 |
Q: David, I have a 750 ml bottle of remy martin fine champagne cognac vsop that dates between 1972 and ... A: I'm sorry but I don't think it will be possible for you to sell this lawfully in the US as I don't ...
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| Valuation of 3 bottles of Red wine in my possesion, with a view to selling. | 8/16/2008 |
Q: 1)Chateau Haut Brion 1978 Graves Premier Grand Cru Class (specially selected by John Harvey & Sons ... A: May I assume from the Harvey label that you're in the UK? (Come back telling me otherwise if you're ...
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| bottles in the basement | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I've found two bottles of wine in the basement. They've been in a cool, somewhat humid environment ... A: Few serious wine collectors would be put off by cellar-damaged labels on such famous wines as these ...
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| Bottle Value | 8/16/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of bicentennial bourbon in excellent condition, It was stored in a cool ... A: I'm afraid spirits are difficult to sell privately in many countries but I'll willingly look for a ...
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| rothschild extra fine napoleon brandy | 8/15/2008 |
Q: I have a 1/2 bottle of rothschild extra fine napoleon brandy that I recieved from my mothers house ... A: I don't think this is widely distributed but Sherry-Lehman and Park Avenue Liquors, both in NYC, ...
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| rhine wine | 8/14/2008 |
Q: i have come across this very ugly blue concrete looking/feeling bottle of rhine wine,it only has ... A: Your description almost fits that of a commercial brand of low-priced medium-dry white called "Black ...
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| very old champagne | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I bought a very old bottle of "Calvet Cognac Fine Champagne" at a charity auction 22 years ago Its ... A: If you'll pardon the old joke: "if you want to sell Cognac privately, I wouldn't try to do it in ...
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| very old champagne | 8/13/2008 |
Q: I bought a very old bottle of "Calvet Cognac Fine Champagne" at a charity auction 22 years ago Its ... A: This is a blended Cognac from a family negotiant, based in Bordeaux, that was highly regarded until ...
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| Storing Port | 8/12/2008 |
Q: I have a 1979 Vintage Australian Port and have kept it Lying down, and rotating the bottle ... A: It's good that you kept this lying down but I wonder why you rotated the bottle as this will have ...
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| Larsen Cognac Viking | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I noticed you provided some feedback on cognac in the past and was wondering if you could help with ... A: I fear replacement would be difficult for you as I don't think Larsen distribute in Australia as ...
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| vintage wines of any value? | 8/10/2008 |
Q: I have several bottles of vintage wine, wondering if I should get rid of them or if they are of any ... A: Im sorry but I don't see the prospect of much pleasure from any of these so my instinct would be ...
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| italian wines | 8/9/2008 |
Q: do u consider yourself an expert on Italian wines?> A: I have a broad knowledge of Italian wines and a good reference library so I can often help - unless ...
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| Champagne | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I recently found a bottle of Extra Dry G.H. Mumm & Co. On the neck of the bottle there is a date ... A: This is a non-vintage Champagne so those numbers will only be an internal code. All Champagne ...
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| port wines | 8/7/2008 |
Q: David and thanks for your quick respons to my previous question! I live in Oslo, Norway. I would be ... A: There is no Hooper '20 available from UK merchants at the moment but Croft is, @ £262 and £349, ...
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| Paul Masson | 8/7/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Paul Masson Pinot Noir circa 1978. Any help n determining a vaule (if any) would ... A: I'm afraid commercial Pinot Noirs, such as those from the giant Paul Masson organisation that's now ...
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| port wines | 8/6/2008 |
Q: David and thanks for your quick respons to my previous question! I live in Oslo, Norway. I would be ... A: And as Vinmonopolet don't offer any of your wines I have no reference to guide me towards a selling ...
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| 1961 chateauneuf du pape | 8/6/2008 |
Q: I would appreciate your opinion on value and taste of the following: Top: jean pierre brotte ... A: I'm afraid this is likely to be old and faded after this time, although 1961 was a very good vintage ...
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| 1958 Chianti | 8/5/2008 |
Q: My wife's 98 year old grandmother passed away and we found an old bottle of chianti in her basement. ... A: I think it's likely that this was kept as a souvenir of happy times running the taverna as fancy ...
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| Moet Chandon Bicentennial 1976 | 8/4/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon American Independence bicentennial 1776-1976, which I suspect is ... A: I'm afraid your suspicions may be well-founded as this is now very old for a Moet - apart from their ...
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| BOTTLE WORTH ANYTHING | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle with a tag #5851 from the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles wedding it ... A: The value will vary widely according to who made your wine and there are many with properties in ...
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| BOTTLE WORTH ANYTHING | 8/3/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle with a tag #5851 from the wedding of Princess Diana and Prince Charles wedding it ... A: Johannisberger Erntebringer is a large Grosslage in the Rheingau but I'm afraid I couldn't suggest ...
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| Champagne | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a 150cl fluted bottle of GH MUMM RENE LALOU 1976. I have looked after it as best I could for ... A: I hope you only look at this lovely Champagne in a cool dark cellar as it may be well into decline ...
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| wine bottle | 8/2/2008 |
Q: hy, i ran across an empty wine bottle (without a label or identification) that has some interesting ... A: I think you might find more help on a site devoted to bottle collectors as wine enthusiasts are ...
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| What have I got | 8/2/2008 |
Q: I have a bottel of french Bordeaux...all I know is that the bottle has printing on it of the D-Day ... A: I must admit that I've never seen such a thing before! But it was clearly made for sale at an event ...
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| WINE TERMS | 7/31/2008 |
Q: WHAT Does it mean? lay down? open up when refering to wine>? A: To lay down means to buy young, wines, probably in quantity, to age over several years (or many in ...
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| charles heidsieck champagne vintage 1973 | 7/31/2008 |
Q: I recently found this bottle of champagne. It looks like it has definitely been around. The label ... A: I'm sorry but it would be difficult to sell such an old bottle of Champagne in the condition you ...
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| red bordeaux wine | 7/31/2008 |
Q: In clearing out my father's house I found a bottle of Medoc Cruse 1955 red bordeaux wine,from Cruse ... A: Although 1955 was a good vintage, I'm afraid the chances of your generic blend from a negotiant ...
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| 1978 Chateau Fonroque | 7/30/2008 |
Q: Our son gave us this wine he received when he was a guest in France. It has Saint-Emilion Grand Cru ... A: I'm afraid the chances aren't too good here as Fonroque wasn't a great name at this time, 1978 ...
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| 1983 +- A. Hardy cognac | 7/28/2008 |
Q: I have an a.hardy vsop cognac that I purchased in 1988. What can you tell me about it? It is ... A: I assume you are in the USA as I don't think the US importer Hardy's operate in the UK? I've never ...
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| Investing In Wine | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I've recently been thinking of ways to invest money, and one of the things which caught my eye when ... A: I'm afraid investing in fine wine is something to avoid if you really are so lacking in experience - ...
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| 1980 Cheval Blanc | 7/27/2008 |
Q: I found a bottle of cheval blanc in my father's wine cellar. The bottle is in good shape. This is ... A: Cheval Blanc is generally considered to be the wine of this vintage - but unfortunately that's not ...
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| Magnum of Red Burgundy | 7/26/2008 |
Q: I have a magnum of red burgundy - Monsieur Henri Selection, Chateau do Saint-Amour, 1971. I live in ... A: I'm afraid the chances of this still being enjoyable after this time are low - to say the least - so ...
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| valuation on my chanpagne? | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I was wondering if you could tell me how much a bottle of 1982 moet & chandon dry imperial rose is ... A: If this bottle has always been stored in a cool dark place then, but only then, this old Champagne ...
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| Valpolicella Classico | 7/25/2008 |
Q: What foods go best with with Italian wine? A: Valpolicella is a light-bodied red that would be swamped by strong flavours so I'd serve it with a ...
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| Piesporter Goldtropfchen | 7/25/2008 |
Q: What foods go best with this German wine? A: Personally I wouldn't want to serve this with food and would prefer to follow the German style by ...
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| Royal Oporto | 7/25/2008 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of Royal Oporto vintage 1963. It is in good condition still sealed and is ... A: I'm afraid this Royal Oporto is generally considered to be the worst wine of an otherwise-excellent ...
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| Storage of port wine after opening | 7/25/2008 |
Q: Should port be refrigerated or not after opening? We didn't finish a bottle of port and I don't ... A: Opened bottles always keep better if they are resealed securely and kept in the fridge. And the ...
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| Chianti Magni 1980 | 7/24/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1980 Chianti Magni, the bottle is shaped as a rifle about three feet high and is ... A: I'm sorry but not only is Chianti intended for drinking fairly young, say within 10 years of the ...
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| 1890 Antonio Jose Da Silva Port | 7/23/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1890 Antonio Jose Da Silva, Portugal Port. Shows it was imported into U.S. by ... A: I'm intrigued by your question as 1890 Ports are extremely rare - although I suspect this is an aged ...
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| Royal Oporto Vintage Port 1945 | 7/22/2008 |
Q: Could you give me some advice what I can do with this ? I am not a port drinker - could I sell it ? ... A: This is a very famous vintage and, although Royal Oporto's reputation slipped badly in the '70s, I'm ...
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| Wine value | 7/22/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Chateau Lascombes Margaux vintage 1980. The bottle & label are in excellent ... A: I'm afraid this dates from a very poor period in Lascombes history so I don't think many wine ...
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| value of wine | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Red Bordeaux it is 1962. As far as I can tell it's a monsieur henri Selection - ... A: I assume you are in the US from the reference to Monsieur Henri Selections? If so, it would be very ...
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| wine | 7/21/2008 |
Q: I've got a bottle of chateu marquex form 1929 and we have the lable but it is falling off and I was ... A: I hope for your sake that there's a typo in your question and that you really have a Ch Margaux '29 ...
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| Pieroth Gold | 7/20/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Pieroth Gold Sekt Dry wine by Ferdinand Pieroth in a Gold encrusted (not sure of ... A: Sekt is the German term for sparkling wine, mostly made there by blending local Riesling, Pinot ...
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| 1989 Chateau Lafit Rothchild | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I would like to know your advise on what price to ask for my 1989 Rothschild. It is in perfect ... A: I'm in the UK, where selling wine personally is both easy and lawful so you'll understand that I've ...
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| 1970 Sandemans Port | 7/19/2008 |
Q: I have a single bottle of 1970 Sandemans port and have no idea whether it is worth hanging onto or ... A: This is a fine VP from a fine vintage that's drinking well but will stay so for several years yet if ...
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| J&F Martell brandy | 7/18/2008 |
Q: I have tryed to find its age as J&F are not on Martell now but i have not found anything out. Could ... A: I'm afraid it is almost impossible to date cognacs as they are normally blends of several year's ...
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| 1989 Chateau Lafit Rothchild | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I would like to know your advise on what price to ask for my 1989 Rothschild. It is in perfect ... A: It would only be lawful for you to sell this to a merchant or via an auction house - and I think ...
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| Wine | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have been given a bottle of Chateau Siran Margaux, Grand Cru Exceptionnel 1975. Would it be ... A: I can't speak from personal experience of this wine, but 1975 is famous (or notorious!) as a tannic ...
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| Chevre Noire | 7/17/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of red table wine from 1934 RESERVE DE LA CHEVRE NOIRE # 000453. It has a goat on ... A: You have an antique here as very few wines from this good Burgundy remain in existence - but only a ...
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| wine values | 7/16/2008 |
Q: I think they are worth far less here than in Europe or USA. Lafite Rothschild 1988 Solaia Marchesi ... A: the lowest current retail prices in Australia are: Lafite Rothschild 1988 - AU$895. Solaia ...
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| Korbel Champagnes Commemorative 12-Liter Bottle | 7/15/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me the value of this 12-Liter commemorative bottle in the presentation case also known ... A: I'm afraid it would just go to show how good Korbel's marketing is if they actually managed to sell ...
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| wine values | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I think they are worth far less here than in Europe or USA. Lafite Rothschild 1988 Solaia Marchesi ... A: This is an interesting and valuable collection and I'll be happy to look up Australian prices for ...
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| champagne | 7/15/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of champagne that I am curious to know if they are worth anything. The 1st is 1985 ... A: I can't find a current listing for this Cristal Rosé but as the blanc sells for around $500 and the ...
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| Korbel Champagnes Commemorative 12-Liter Bottle | 7/14/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me the value of this 12-Liter commemorative bottle in the presentation case also known ... A: I'm sorry but I can't find a retail price reference for this low-priced Californian sparkling wine - ...
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| 1982 and 1985 Chevalier Lascombes | 7/14/2008 |
Q: my previous question. I'm in Chicago, IL and would be curious to know replacement costs for this ... A: Chevalier Lascombes is this property's second wine, I.E. made from grapes not thought to be of the ...
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| 20 y/o Napa Valley Port | 7/13/2008 |
Q: What do you think the shelf life of this port is? I bought it in Napa Valley in 1992, or so. I have ... A: Tawny Ports are usually intended for drinking within a few years of release so I don't think you'll ...
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| Galleon / prinier cognac | 7/12/2008 |
Q: I am curious did you get an answer from Prunier thanks Yves A: I'm sorry but I have no recollection that I was asking Prunier to help you about something but it ...
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| hoopers port | 7/12/2008 |
Q: currently in dublin Ireland but make regular trips to the uk so how do i go about selling my wine ... A: I think you'd do better to sell these through J Straker Chadwick in Abergavenny than in Ireland - ...
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| lafite auction price | 7/10/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Lafite Rothschild 1998 that I purchased new upon release and they have been ... A: The current retail cost of replacements in the US would be $600/750 each, plus taxes, depending on ...
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| Wines and Steak Diane | 7/10/2008 |
Q: David, your statement that Steak Diane didn't exist until about 1950 is exactly the kind of ... A: I think you should ask one of my American colleagues to suggest historically-accurate dishes that ...
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| Saxonvale "Greyhound Sport Collection" Port | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have an authentic box of 4 Saxonvale Port (1979) from their Greyhound Sport Collection. The 4 ... A: This wine is no longer available from any retailer I know of so I can't suggest a value but I'm sure ...
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| 1961 latour bordeaux | 7/7/2008 |
Q: I have a 1961 bottle of latour that my Father -in -law bought years ago....he just gave it to my ... A: , This is a famous and very valuable wine so it should be easy to sell. The easiest lawful route ...
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| bordeaux wines | 7/6/2008 |
Q: I recently received 2 bottles of Bordeaux wine as a gift. They are Chateau La Tournerie 1972. It ... A: I'm afraid these are both from poor vintages - especially the '72 - and are now very old for what ...
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| Chateauneuf Du Pape controlle 1979 Domaine Des Rozets | 7/6/2008 |
Q: in good (not brilliant) condition and wondered what is worth (approx) It looks like alimited release ... A: This is an interesting one as I have never come across a CdP from this producer, who is best-known ...
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| Does this wine have a value | 7/5/2008 |
Q: Ling: My friend was cleaning out an old home and found a bottle of 1977 Chateau Mouton Baronne ... A: I'm sorry but 1977 is generally regarded as the worst vintage of that decade so this bottle would ...
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| Value -1991 Bordeaux | 7/4/2008 |
Q: I discovered 2 bottles of Bordeaux with 1991 Rugby World Cup and badges on them. Do they have any ... A: I'm sorry but souvenir bottles seldom interest wine enthusiasts because they seldom contain fine ...
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| liquor & wine | 7/3/2008 |
Q: Yes, I am wishing to inquire about Rare Eagle and Mumm Cognac. My daughter purchased a home in the ... A: I'm afraid your daughter may not find it easy to sell these as few merchants or auctioneers will be ...
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| 55 Chateau Haut-Brion & 61 Lafite-Rothschild | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I will be attending an auction in about 1 week and read in the flyer that a bottle of 1955 Chateau ... A: No there's surprise! I didn't even know it was lawful for estate sales in the US to included ...
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| 55 Chateau Haut-Brion & 61 Lafite-Rothschild | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I will be attending an auction in about 1 week and read in the flyer that a bottle of 1955 Chateau ... A: You'll find it easier to resell if the labels and capsules are complete and there is no sign of ...
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| Champagne! | 7/3/2008 |
Q: I live in West London and have a magnum of Cristal Champagne from 1994. The bottles are in ... A: I only know of one UK merchant who lists this - at £550 - so that's what a replacement would cost. ...
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| chateau lagrane 1978 | 7/2/2008 |
Q: Do you think they will be ok to drink. Many Thanks Susan A: I'm afraid I wouldn't be confident that either of these will still be very enjoyable as they are ...
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| liquor & wine | 7/2/2008 |
Q: Yes, I am wishing to inquire about Rare Eagle and Mumm Cognac. My daughter purchased a home in the ... A: I'd be happy to look at your list here but I don't take phone calls - even if you wanted to call the ...
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| selling/valueing port | 7/2/2008 |
Q: I wrote to you recently regarding some taylors port bottled in 1950's.(question dated 12/06/08) I ... A: Good to hear from you again - especially as I think you've chosen the same option as I would have in ...
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| Martell VSOP | 7/1/2008 |
Q: I'm particularly interested in vintage Liquor investment, esp in Martell VSOP. I was told that 10-20 ... A: I'm afraid vintage brandies wouldn't be my choice for investment for several reasons: 1: They are ...
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| Hunting Port wine | 7/1/2008 |
Q: Have you heard of a hunting port wine? If so where can I find it? My wife remembers loving it years ... A: Harvey's of Bristol used to make a Hunting Port, but I've heard of other makers too - although not ...
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| port | 7/1/2008 |
Q: was wondering what this would be worth on the market today. A: Sorry but I can't find a retailer listing for this so I have no reference for a value. But Isle of ...
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| bottle of Le Piat D'or from 1971 | 6/30/2008 |
Q: My Mum had this hidden in her closet is it still good A: Le Piat D'or is a low-priced French table wine that's made in a semi-sweet style for supermarket ...
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| Bordeaux Valuation | 6/30/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1986 Chateau Villars Fronsac bottle number 33652 - what do you think it's worth? ... A: Villars is a respected Fronsac made from 70% Merlot and a mix of cabs that sells for around £10. And ...
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| Manzanilla Pasada | 6/28/2008 |
Q: I reproduce first an answer you gave to a question on 27/12/2005. Following this is myExpert: David ... A: I'm afraid I can't add much - except to say that Manzanilla is the lightest and most delicate of ...
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| valuation of 2 bottles of 1969 bordeaux | 6/26/2008 |
Q: My husband recently died and I have been going through various items in the house. I have come ... A: I'm sorry but these are both very old minor wines from a very poor vintage so I don't think you'd ...
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| wine | 6/25/2008 |
Q: My question is regarding a bottle of wine I have come across. I found a 1953 vintage Chianti Val Di ... A: I'm afraid any value in this Chianti would be to bottle collectors, not wine enthusiasts, as it is ...
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| vintage champaigne | 6/24/2008 |
Q: its white champaigne, i live in england A: I'm afraid this VERY old Champagne would be very difficult to sell for a significant amount unless ...
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| What is the value? | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latore-1966. It is 48 ounces. I am trying to find out ... A: I didn't realise this gift was made so long ago so I hope for your sake, and your mother's, that it ...
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| What is the value? | 6/23/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Grand Vin de Chateau Latore-1966. It is 48 ounces. I am trying to find out ... A: What a lovely - and valuable present! I don't know of any CA merchants with magnums of Latour '66 ...
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| Value of bottle | 6/22/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of wine a few years ago and I wanted to see if there was any value in it and if ... A: I'm sorry but I've never heard of a brand of wine called "Friar John", and I can't see any value in ...
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| Karrawirra Military Port | 6/22/2008 |
Q: David,I have a 6 bottle set of Karrawirra Military Port plus an extra bottle with a B52 that was ... A: I wonder if your advisor offered to pay $750 for these, or if he was just ... ? I'd be astonished ...
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| Dom Perignon | 6/21/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Dom Perignon which is vintage 1984. I am not sure how it has been stored in the ... A: Are you sure of the dates? This was a very poor year in Champagne and I didn't know any DP was made ...
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| 1971 Champagne | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of 1971 Dom Ruinart Blanc de blancs Brut Champagne which has been lying in the dark ... A: This was a very good vintage and DR has a reputation for a long life so you have the prospect of an ...
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| 1977 Brolio Chianti Classico | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I was given an old bottle of wine and am wondering, first, will it be any good to drink, and if not, ... A: I'm afraid this is very old for a Chianti and I don't think many collectors would be interested, ...
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| Found a 1959 Chateau Lafite- Rothschild | 6/20/2008 |
Q: We found a standard size bottle of 1959 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. The paper label fell off but we ... A: You are fortunate (again!) as I do know of an appraiser who may be able to help: ...
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| Baron Philippe De Rothschild S.A. | 6/20/2008 |
Q: I came across a bottle of wine a friend gave me in a little wooden box over 20 years ago, and ... A: I'm sorry to have to tell you that this wine will now be past its best and may not be very enjoyable ...
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| Found a 1959 Chateau Lafite- Rothschild | 6/19/2008 |
Q: We found a standard size bottle of 1959 Chateau Lafite-Rothschild. The paper label fell off but we ... A: This is a famous wine and one of the stars of a superb vintage but I'd rather not suggest a possible ...
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| follow up question | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I did send you a follow up yesterday but im not sure if you received it. As you requested I live in ... A: I'm sorry FRW didn't think the historical interest would be enough to justify buying your bottle, ...
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| follow up question | 6/19/2008 |
Q: I did send you a follow up yesterday but im not sure if you received it. As you requested I live in ... A: I replied to your follow-up so I dunno why you didn't get it! Anyway, this is what I said: Hi ...
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| Cognac | 6/18/2008 |
Q: Have a bottle of J. G. Monnet & Co. cognac.....has federal tax strip on it with the numbers ... A: Monnet have a good website here: http://monnet-cognac.com/ but I expect you know that 3-stars ...
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| information about this wine. | 6/18/2008 |
Q: I have recently been given a bottle of 1934. Collection du Docteur Barolet henri de Villamont. Not ... A: You have a bottle of historic interest here as the Barolet collection of wines from this very good ...
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| Ruffino chianti 1976 | 6/16/2008 |
Q: Given a few years ago as a present. It's in a straw bottle. I thought ruffino stopped this type of ... A: I hope you won't mind me copying an answer I just sent to Mary, as she asked something very similar ...
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| value of wine | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of 1953 chianti with the labels and straw in good shape. Does this have ... A: I'm sorry but I can't see any value in such an old bottle of Chianti - and especially not in one ...
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| older Champagne | 6/16/2008 |
Q: I have a very old 3 liter bottle of Cordon Rouge Champagne with the number 10584303. Does this have ... A: Old NV Champagne is never easy to sell in the US as few merchants are likely to make you an offer ...
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| Selling Champagne | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I am just replying to your answer from earlier, I am in essex in the uk, is that helpful? Regards, ... A: It's a good starting point to know if you want help selling In the UK, the USA or wherever but I ...
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| Piat Beaujolais | 6/13/2008 |
Q: I recently came across a bottle of Piat Beaujolais red wine dated 1966 and also a bottle of Jean de ... A: I'm afraid there is no possibility that a Piat Beaujolais of this age will still be drinkable after ...
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| Valuation of port and where to sell | 6/11/2008 |
Q: I have 6 bottles of Taylor Port, vint 1955 bottled 1957 bottled by henlkeys ltd, 22/3 High Holborn ... A: Your dad bought well as you have some of the finest and most sought-after Ports of the post-war era ...
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| Champagne Cuvee Dom Perignon Vintage 1992 | 6/10/2008 |
Q: I apologise for not giving you all the information required. As requested, I live in Eastbourne, ... A: Replacement in the UK would cost around £100, plus VAT and delivery as this is a good but not great ...
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| Bollinger 1975 RD | 6/9/2008 |
Q: We have a boxed bottle of Bollinger RD 1975 - Degorge le 10 June 1986. It has been kept in a cellar ... A: I'm afraid this was never a great Champagne, because of the weather that year, and this is probably ...
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| 1964 Dom Pérignon Champaign | 6/9/2008 |
Q: I was left a bottle of 1964 Dom Pérignon Champaign by my parents. Is it possible to sell this? I am ... A: This would be valuable - say $500+ - if and ONLY IF this very old Champagne has been stored ...
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| Chateauneuf du Pape 1966 | 6/3/2008 |
Q: We recently found a bottle of Chateauneuf du Pape 1966, Monsieur Henri/Piat Pere & Fils. The bottle ... A: I'm afraid this is now too old to open with confidence as these merchants work to a fairly low price ...
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| Port & Madeira | 6/3/2008 |
Q: Apologies David, I am based in London. Orignal question as follows : Hello David, could you advise ... A: Approximate values, based on replacement in the UK, would be around: Fonseca 1970 (bottled in 72) ...
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| martell v.s.o.p. | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have this martell cognac and i just wanted to know its real value.? ill write whats on the ... A: I think that image has been deleted, but no matter. Replacement value in the Philippines would be ...
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| berisford soleria 1914 rare amoroso cream sherry | 6/2/2008 |
Q: i have read your reply to Jeff and was wondering as i also have a bottle of rare amoroso cream ... A: You would probably do best if you approach J. Straker Chadwick's in Abergavenny as a start and ask ...
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| Port valuation | 6/2/2008 |
Q: Hoping you can help. I have just been given a case of "Dows 1977 Silver Jubilee Vintage Port" and ... A: Surely you aren't looking to sell such a lovely present? But, as you asked, Dow '70 currently ...
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| martell v.s.o.p. | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I have this martell cognac and i just wanted to know its real value.? ill write whats on the ... A: I hope the fish dish was a success because this was a fine liqueur Cognac that deserved a better ...
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| value | 6/2/2008 |
Q: I bought a bottle of Bollinger Tradition 1973 champagne that is in a wooden box and it was made for ... A: I hope you have happy memories of this! I can't suggest a value for the empty bottle and box but ...
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| 1967 A de Luze & Fils Bordeaux Saint E'milion | 6/1/2008 |
Q: Can you tell me anything about this wine? Is it still good to drink or does it have any value? The ... A: Sorry but I wouldn't hold out any hopes for this negotiant blend from an awful vintage. It won't do ...
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| madeira | 6/1/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle labelled Rutherford and co madeira est 1814 suppliers to the english court Old ... A: There's no way to date this as it's a non-vintage blend that you could replace with something ...
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| is this wines salable or drinkable? | 6/1/2008 |
Q: I doubt this is worth much, if anything. Is it still drinkable? It was given to me at an estate ... A: Riojas like this Siglo last fairly well but this is now old even for one of those so I wouldn't be ...
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| berisford soleria 1914 rare amoroso cream sherry | 5/31/2008 |
Q: i have read your reply to Jeff and was wondering as i also have a bottle of rare amoroso cream ... A: I'm not sure that I can add much to my reply to Jeff as old Sherries aren't in great demand ...
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| 1979 Chateau de la Grave | 5/31/2008 |
Q: I'm not a big bordeaux guy, but a friend was cleaning out his parent's house and found a bottle of ... A: 1979 was a large vintage of rather average wines that are now well past their best and I don't think ...
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| porto colheita 1952 | 5/30/2008 |
Q: i have 4 bottles of PORTO COLHEITA 1952 ENVELHECIDO EM CASCO..NIEPOORT & Ca Lda PORTO PORTUGAL ... A: Niepoort is a very fine producer of Colheitas - and Vintage Port - so these should attract ...
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| Wine drinkable and value? | 5/30/2008 |
Q: It has very small black pieces floating in it. Is it well past its drinkable stage and does it have ... A: Sorry but "black pieces floating in it" is a pretty good sign that this has declined well past its ...
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| Moet & Chandon champagne bottle | 5/29/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of Moet & Chandon Champagne - premiere cuvee - in 1969 and now want to sell the ... A: This won't be what you're hoping to hear but Champagnes that don't quote a date on the label are NV ...
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| Baron Philippe de Rothschild Mouton Cadet Bordeaux | 5/29/2008 |
Q: My boyfriend and I recently aquired a gift box set of 2 bottles of Baron Philippe de Rothschild ... A: I don't know a retailer near you who is offering this gift set but you could replace the bottles ...
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| Chianti bottle | 5/28/2008 |
Q: I am trying to replace a large chianti bottle for a friend that was broken recently. I see that you ... A: These bottles are all made by Italian glass companies who serve the tourist market and are only ...
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| Value of special edition champagne | 5/27/2008 |
Q: In August 1969 as a wedding present we received a 6 1/2 ounce bottle of Charles Heidsieck Champagne ... A: What a nice story! But I'm sorry to say that many Champagne producers offer bottles as small as ...
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| port | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I read that you do not recommend this port for the long haul. What do you think the value of this ... A: Replacement of this from Sterling Cellars in NY would cost you $158.99, plus taxes, but I can't find ...
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| Old Pale Cream sherry | 5/27/2008 |
Q: I was given a 1.5L bottle of Old Pale Cream Sherry many years ago, it is by: Williams and Humbert, ... A: Williams and Humbert are a highly-respected company that was founded in 1877 - so that's what this ...
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| port | 5/26/2008 |
Q: I read that you do not recommend this port for the long haul. What do you think the value of this ... A: This was a generous and thoughtful present but you'll have to come back telling me where you are ...
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| Mouton-Cadet 1969 | 5/26/2008 |
Q: Do you think this Bottle of Wine is worth anything or not. The lable reads La Bergerie BARON ... A: I'm sorry but Mouton-Cadet is a generic brand owned by a large firm of Bordeaux merchants and ...
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| Value of vintage bottle of champagne? | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I'm wondering if a bottle of champagne given to me by my grandfather on my christening day is of any ... A: I'm sorry but I think the value of this is probably just your memory of your grandfather as I can't ...
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| wine and champagne | 5/25/2008 |
Q: While packing my parents household for a move, my siblings and I came across a bottle of wine and ... A: I can't see any value in the old black cat I'm afraid but the DP might be worth trying to sell if ...
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| Warre's 1975 port | 5/25/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of 1975 vintage Warre's port. I have been storing them up until now but I am ... A: You don't say where you live now so I can only guess you're in the UK, in which case these would ...
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| Port | 5/24/2008 |
Q: I have kept several bottles of 1983 Hoopers Vintage Port and I would like to know if they have any ... A: This is only available retail in the UK for £340 per doz, plus VAT and delivery so the sale value ...
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| 40th birthday present! | 5/24/2008 |
Q: It is my brother, Graham's 40th birthday soon. For his 18th I bought him a bottle of 1968 Graham's ... A: I'm afraid 1968 wasn't a great year for Barolo either and I think you might find any of these rather ...
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| ID a wine Bordeaux | 5/23/2008 |
Q: A friend of mine just came back from France and gave me a bottel of bordeaux. However, I have never ... A: This was a thoughtful present from your friend, but not a costly one. It was produced as a second ...
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| Porto Dalva | 5/22/2008 |
Q: My farther has just passed away. He liked to collect wine etc. When going through his stuff we found ... A: Sorry about your dad. These certainly have a substantial value but that is difficult to quantify ...
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| Charles Heidsieck 1943 | 5/22/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Charles Heidsieck 1943 Champagne Finest Extra Qty - Reims - By Appointment to ... A: Although 1943 was a very good vintage this is not listed by any US merchants so I can't quote a ...
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| Old Wine | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of old wine. One is a chateau pontet canet from 1943 and said Appellation Pauillac ... A: Sorry but I can't add anything as I have no experience of selling old wine in Mexico. I suggest you ...
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| Castellblanch Cava 1978 | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I received this bottle of champagne as a wedding gift, is it worth anything and is it still good? A: Sorry but Cava is a Spanish sparkling wine, not Champagne, that's intended for drinking within a few ...
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| Old Wine | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I have 2 bottles of old wine. One is a chateau pontet canet from 1943 and said Appellation Pauillac ... A: Sorry but these are now too old to interest most collectors and I can't see much value here. But ...
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| quality wine | 5/21/2008 |
Q: I note your blog concerning Pieroth. My view is that this is the only reliable company in the field ... A: I suggest you pop in to Majestic on Blackpool Road to see what they have available for tasting; I'm ...
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| don perignon champaign | 5/20/2008 |
Q: i have a magnum of don perignon special edition champaign. The only information i have is from the ... A: I'm afraid this isn't thought of as a great DP and it's rare to find any in merchant stocks after so ...
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| champagne | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have 6 bottles of Dom Perignon which I was kindly given as a gfift by a satisfied Client, it is ... A: Your client must have been VERY satisfied so well done you as replacements would cost around £100 ...
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| wine value | 5/19/2008 |
Q: I have a sealed bottle of Spanish claret . vintage 1953 It has Dolman Herman by Gila below then ... A: This dates from the era when anyone could make anything and label it anyway they liked - Cyprus ...
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| chianti | 5/18/2008 |
Q: i have a green four foot tall chianti bottle in a basket. its label is torn off and basket it messed ... A: These fancy Chianti bottles sometimes crop up on Ebay so that's where I'd look if you want to ...
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| Is this going to be ok,,, | 5/15/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Cellier des Dauphins Blanc de Blancs recolte 1982, I guess its not exactly ... A: I'm sorry but there is little prospect of this still being enjoyable. It comes from a large ...
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| price of wines and where to sell | 5/13/2008 |
Q: i live in LONDON and i would like to sell some wines i have but i dont know where or how to go about ... A: I'm afraid selling wine takes a longer time to set up than you hope as the potential value of these ...
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| royal wedding wine value? | 5/13/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of veuve clicquot from the wedding of princess diana and prince charles. any idea ... A: I'm afraid this is now too old to interest wine enthusiasts - but it might possibly be of interest ...
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| Chateau Lafite Rothschild 1971 | 5/11/2008 |
Q: This was a gift when our frist child was born, in 1982, it has been in the wine cellar all this ... A: I can't find any Canadian merchant listing on-line for this so I can't give an accurate figure I'm ...
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| Martell | 5/10/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of what i believe to be 100 yr cognac, It is a Martell Extra. It comes in a wooded ... A: Don't worry; I've been called worse things! This isn't their most valuable bottling I'm afraid as ...
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| Martell | 5/10/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of what i believe to be 100 yr cognac, It is a Martell Extra. It comes in a wooded ... A: I'm not Mark but I'll try to help anyway! This is a very fine Cognac and I'd like to see your ...
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| 2006 Chevalier de Bayard Vin de Pays de l'Herault | 5/10/2008 |
Q: I live in Kansas City, Missouri USA. I recently purchased three bottles of the subject wine for ... A: This is a Pieroth-exclusive blend that I think they recommend for early drinking, rather than ...
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| Mumm Cordon Rouge | 5/9/2008 |
Q: I have a magnum of Mumm Cordon Rouge Brut Champage with the bin No. L12521028 on the back label. It ... A: This is now rather old for an NV Champagne that probably dates from the mid-80s - but it could still ...
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| Paul Masson Port | 5/7/2008 |
Q: Ling, I was just given a bottle of Paul Masson rare souzao port cuvee no. 301S. Though not ... A: This is a popular sweetened Californian wine and I see no obvious reason why this shouldn't be ...
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| wine value | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I live in Bay City, Michigan, United States of America Yes, I would consider selling them, I only ... A: Your best bet would probably be to approach WineCommune as small lots are difficult to sell, ...
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| champagne pommery | 5/7/2008 |
Q: I wonder if you may be able to offer some advise on the following wine and champagne. I would like ... A: This is Pommery's de luxe blend and from a good year but I doubt if anything would be gained by ...
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| castellani wine | 5/6/2008 |
Q: I have a 1969 castellani chianti wine made in italy - the label says colli senesi poggibonsi, tenuta ... A: I'm afraid even a top Chianti would be in serious decline after so long and wouldn't have ...
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| quality wine | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I note your blog concerning Pieroth. My view is that this is the only reliable company in the field ... A: This is an international site, not my personal blog, but I'm glad to hear you like Pieroth's ...
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| port valuation please | 5/5/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 bottle boxed collection of premium vintage port that also has 6 A4 sized framed pictures ... A: There are four possible auctioneers in Australia who might be able to help; Langton's are probably ...
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| port valuation please | 5/4/2008 |
Q: I have a 6 bottle boxed collection of premium vintage port that also has 6 A4 sized framed pictures ... A: You could replace this in Australia for about USD290 but I'd need to know where you are before I ...
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| chinati | 5/2/2008 |
Q: i have a4ft.tall bottle of chianti wine from the early 40,s it,s shape is somewhat bafflingit is ... A: I'm sorry but fancy bottles of Chianti are notorious tourist souvenirs and they are never intended ...
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| Wine memorabilia | 5/2/2008 |
Q: Could I ask you if you have any information on how I would get a value for a bottle of wine I have ... A: You could replace this with a bottle from a reputable shipper and at a UK merchant for about £10 + ...
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| port | 5/1/2008 |
Q: David, Thirteen months after I wrote you asking about the chances of a 1937 Hooper’s Port being fit ... A: I'd be surprised if there was much difference between this and the old Hooper as both were only ...
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| 1978 chateau La Tour Blanche | 4/28/2008 |
Q: This is not your Sauterne. It is from Medoc, and says bordeaux red wine. Is it any good? What is ... A: This La Tour Blanche was forced to drop the "La" with effect from the 1991 vintage because of ...
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| World Cup Rugby 1991 | 4/26/2008 |
Q: I have an unopened bottle of Bordeaux, commemorating the 1991 Rugby World Cup. Would you have any ... A: I'm afraid commemorative bottlings are seldom worth keeping this long but I can't tell you much ...
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| How much wine to buy for a wedding? | 4/25/2008 |
Q: Our daughter is getting married in 4 weeks and we have selected a Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and ... A: The merchant has it about right to my mind, but just be sure the caterer's bartender doesn't try to ...
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| How much wine to buy for a wedding? | 4/24/2008 |
Q: Our daughter is getting married in 4 weeks and we have selected a Shiraz, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay and ... A: You might like to think about adding a fizz for the toasts - such as a Cava or New Zealand sparkler ...
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| wine value | 4/24/2008 |
Q: While moving I found a bottle of 1987 Chateau Mille-Secousses Bordeaux brought back from Paris 20 ... A: Mille-Secousses is a fairly ordinary Bordeaux Superieur made in Bourg from 70% Merlot, 25% Cab Sauv ...
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| Constantinos port | 4/23/2008 |
Q: I live in Suffolk in England and have a single bottle of Constantinos Port from 1945. The label las ... A: This is indeed a very famous Port vintage and the best wines can sell for over £500 each. However, ...
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| rouyer guillet cognac | 4/22/2008 |
Q: Ihave an unopened bottle of Rouyer Guillet Cognac.... the label indicates vintage 1865.... I ... A: Old Cognac always has an appeal to collectors so your bottle could be fairly valuable. However I ...
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| Monnet V.S. Cognac | 4/22/2008 |
Q: S. Cognac from a friend who obtained them from a relative who had a Liquor Store that closed. I ... A: I'll still have to pass on a valuation for this I'm afraid as I can't find a US retailer listing for ...
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| 2 bottles from 1923! | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have been give today two bottles. One is Veuve Cliquot from 1923. Above label it says - By ... A: I'm afraid these are too old to interest most wine collectors but it might be worth taking them with ...
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| wine value | 4/22/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1996 and was hoping to find out the value of the ... A: Current replacement costs in the UK are around £225 each, DP and inclusive of VAT so these are worth ...
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| wine value | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild 1996 and was hoping to find out the value of the ... A: This is a fine wine that's still a decade short of maturity so I think patience is the order of the ...
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| moet & chandon 1964 | 4/21/2008 |
Q: i have a bottle of moet & chandon of the year 1964 brut imperial. can you Tel me if its ok for ... A: This is now very old for standard Vintage Champagne, but this was a superb vintage and it may still ...
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| chateau du tariquet | 4/21/2008 |
Q: ihave a large green bulb shaped bottle of this cognac in my possession and i am just wondering - ... A: I can't help regarding the sales possibilities of this - or its potential value - because you ...
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| Sourcing Hooper's Port | 4/21/2008 |
Q: I have finished the last of my 1997 Hooper's Port. As my mother in law celebrates her 97th birthday ... A: I can't find a source for that Hooper but assumming £20 would be your limit then this is probably ...
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| Sourcing Hooper's Port | 4/20/2008 |
Q: I have finished the last of my 1997 Hooper's Port. As my mother in law celebrates her 97th birthday ... A: I can't help you to source Ports, or anything else, until you come back telling me where you are. ...
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| grand vin de chateau latour | 4/20/2008 |
Q: david i have a bottle of the above - premier grand cru class - pauillac medoc 1958. is it worth ... A: This is worth about £375 + vat because that's what it would cost you to buy another from a merchant. ...
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| Valuation of single bottle | 4/19/2008 |
Q: I have an inherited bottle of Chateau Latour Premier Grand Cru Classe 1956 Appelation Pauillac ... A: I'm afraid 1956 was one of the worst vintages ever in Bordeaux so your bottle would only have a ...
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| bollinger | 4/18/2008 |
Q: i am from the north east area of england and would like your expert opinion on a bottle of 1975 ... A: I'm sorry but this is very difficult to value as it has long-since vanished from merchants' shelves ...
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| port est value | 4/18/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Hardy's vintage port "The Lone Sailor Port"as tribute to Jon Sanders epic lone ... A: You might like to look here: http://www.sterlingwine.com.au/searchhistoric.php?start=S But I can't ...
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| Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage Port | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I have a magnum of Taylor's Late Bottled Vintage Port, dated 1969 and bottled in Oporto. I live in ... A: I'm afraid this will be over the hill and some way down the other side after so long. But it could ...
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| 2 wines from Portugal | 4/16/2008 |
Q: I sent you a question yesterday about a Malmse Solera 1863, and Leacock's Old East India Verdelho - ... A: I'm afraid I can't suggest a realistic valuation for these old Madeiras myself but these people in ...
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| Poderi Scanavino Barolo 1983 3 ltr on iron server/wine cage | 4/15/2008 |
Q: We have the above bottle of wine, it is in a iron wine server, the label is slightly worn and the ... A: I'm sorry that you have had to wait for a reply but I had hoped that one of my colleagues would ...
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| j g monnet | 4/15/2008 |
Q: s century grand fine champange 100 years old to the front to the base the lable reads j g monnet ... A: This is a fine brandy from the Champagne district of Cognac, which has no connection with the fizz! ...
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| 1994 philippe rothschild graves | 4/15/2008 |
Q: I live in northern New Jersey. Do you have any idea of the price of this bottle of wine? A: I can't give you an accurate figure I'm afraid but as you could buy a chateau-bottled '94 Graves for ...
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| 1943 Vueve Clicquot Ponsardin | 4/14/2008 |
Q: I'm from Central Florida and we have a unopened bottle of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin 1943 Brut ... A: I'm afraid I can't see any value in this as it is many years past its best. But I suppose you ...
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| old wine values | 4/13/2008 |
Q: David, here is a list of the wines I have. 1982 Chateau Margaux Premier Grand Cru 6 bottles ... A: All reputable auction houses will want to indicate the provenance when they catalogue these wines ...
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| Vin de Constance - Question | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have 3 boxed bottles of Klein Constantia Vin de Constance 1994 which I am happy to keep for myself ... A: Assuming these are 50cls, I think they might fetch £20/25 each at auction but J Straker Chadwick's ...
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| Monnet V.S. Cognac | 4/13/2008 |
Q: S. Cognac from a friend who obtained them from a relative who had a Liquor Store that closed. I ... A: I assume from the ATF strips that you are in the US, in which case it will be difficult for you to ...
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| Moet Chandon Champagne | 4/13/2008 |
Q: I have a bottle of Moet Chandon Champagne that I found. The information on the bottle is as ... A: This is a non-vintage wine so there's no way to identify the bottling date I'm afraid. It doesn't ...
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| old wine values | 4/12/2008 |
Q: I just realized you meant where in Florida the wine are, not the name of the facility. Sorry! I'm in ... A: Don't worry; "Valgard" and "Florida" was enough for Google to tell me what I wanted to know! I've ...
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| old wine values | 4/12/2008 |
Q: David, here is a list of the wines I have. 1982 Chateau Margaux Premier Grand Cru 6 bottles ... A: I'm sorry to have left you waiting but this collection is by some distance the best and most ...
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| 1959 Bordeaux | 4/12/2008 |
Q: Ling. I have a 1959 Bordeaux from Les Caves Maxim's in Paris. Is this wine still drinkable or is ... A: I'm sorry but I really did hope for your sake that this would have been a First Growth and therefore ...
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| 1959 Bordeaux | 4/11/2008 |
Q: Ling. I have a 1959 Bordeaux from Les Caves Maxim's in Paris. Is this wine still drinkable or is ... A: 1959 is a famous vintage for Bordeaux so it's just possible that your wine will be oustanding and ...
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| Any value to old wines? | 4/11/2008 |
Q: I inherited a lot of french wine. They are mostly 1990 Burgundies, premier, grand and first crus, ... A: I'd be happy to run an eye over your list if you want but I can tell you now that there are really ...
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| Beaujolais | 4/11/2008 |
Q: David- My wife @I traveled in France in 1982. We brought back a bottle of 1980 Beaujolais Reserve ... A: St Amour is one of the better areas in Beaujolais and is recogised by Cru status for its wines so ...
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| how good the port | 4/10/2008 |
Q: i have a chance to purchase a bottle of Royal oporto vintage 1963 it has been kept in the right ... A: I'd walk away from that Royal Oporto - or run (!) - as this is by some distance the worst '63 you ...
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| 1959 medoc | 4/9/2008 |
Q: David, My Mom use to work in one of the Catskill resorts bartending for 38 years has recently passed ... A: I'm so sorry to hear about your loss. And I'm afraid I can't see any value in this bottle as it ...
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| Rothschild | 4/7/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles of Chateau Mouton Rothschild numbers as follow: 174392 and 175081. Are they of ... A: I'm afraid 1967 was a very poor vintage and your Moutons will now be well past their best so you ...
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| Paul Masson - Rare Souzao Port, made in CA | 4/6/2008 |
Q: While this might not be technically considered a port, I drank this wine a couple times as a kid ... A: One merchant I know of who isn't very far away from you is this store in Salem: ...
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| 1996 Morey St Denis | 4/5/2008 |
Q: I was given a bottle of 1996 Eduard Bryczek Morey St. Denis 1er Cru Cuvée du Pape Jean-Paul II as a ... A: Dom Georges Bryczek is a tiny producer with a reputation for wines that mature well - I assume ...
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| 1979 grand vin chateua latour | 4/3/2008 |
Q: recent gift from my friend and was wondering since it wasnt a spectacular year if the wine will ... A: All '79s are a gamble after this time, especially the Cab-Sauv-based Medocs because this vintage was ...
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| Are these still good? | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I don't know much about wine, but I found three bottles of wine that I had forgotten about; A ... A: These aren't wines made for ageing so I'm afraid they may all be past their best by now unless they ...
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| Cognac valuation | 3/31/2008 |
Q: I am based in London, UK. Many thanks Simon *** Hi Simon, I can only answer you if you tell me ... A: This may help with regard to replacement cost in the UK: ...
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| Mateus Wine | 3/30/2008 |
Q: I have a very old bottle of Mateus Rose. I have had it for about 20 years but not really sure of ... A: But I'm afraid the news about you wine isn't good: 1: This is a commercial blend produced in vast ...
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| Rare Cognac | 3/28/2008 |
Q: I am in posssesion of a 4/5 quart of COGNAC, Prince Hubert de POLIGNAC, RESERVE PERSONNELLE DU ... A: I'm afraid it will be difficult for you to realise any value from this as private sales of alcohol ...
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| Delbeck Champagne 1943 | 3/28/2008 |
Q: Sorry I didn't know how to add this on to my original question and your answer. I am in the UK and ... A: Delbeck may not have stated quantities on their labels until it became mandatory later - I should ...
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| 13 bottles of wine 1961-1971 - Need advice | 3/27/2008 |
Q: Hope you can help with this. I acquired a large lot of wines from an estate sale. With a little ... A: I was afraid you might be in the US as this is one of the few countries where the laws prevent the ...
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| 13 bottles of wine 1961-1971 - Need advice | 3/26/2008 |
Q: Hope you can help with this. I acquired a large lot of wines from an estate sale. With a little ... A: Wines of these ages represent a very considerable risk and I only see significant value in the '64 ...
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| Lindemans Jackie Chan | 3/26/2008 |
Q: not sure if you are able to help me but here goes...I have a bottle of Lindemans Jackie Chan Reserve ... A: I'm sorry but I don't do questions about Australian wines as I lack the detailed experience to be ...
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| DP 66 | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a Don Perignon 66 cellared. How long should it last, when should I drink it by? A: Lucky you! This is an excellent DP but even this won't last for ever, even if your cellar is cool, ...
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| I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Come back with that information and I'll try to help more if you want." My next question is - 'Why ... A: Simply because without knowing where you are I could only take a world view - and private sale of ...
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| Moet & Chandon Champagne | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? Thank ... A: I'm glad you're in the UK as it's much easier to sell wine here than in some other countries! This ...
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| Moet & Chandon Champagne | 3/24/2008 |
Q: I have a Magnum of 1964 Moet and Chandon. Do you have any idea what it will be worth to sell? Thank ... A: This is a famous vintage so your mag could be worth as much as $400 - or more if it's Moet's Dom ...
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| Champagne | 3/24/2008 |
Q: Hope you are ok. I have a botle of 1959 Dry Imperial Moet & Chandon in good condition, and a botle ... A: This is a famous vintage and these bottles would cost you £300 or more each to replace, plus VAT. So ...
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| valuation - Camus Napoleon Cognac | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I live in Prescott Arizona. I have a bottle of Camus Napoleon Cognac. It is identified as No. ... A: This is a fine Cognac from a famous family firm and I think it would probably cost around $75/100 to ...
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| Faustino I | 3/23/2008 |
Q: Preferably from the year I was born - 1974... I can find some from 1970, 1964 and 1993. Then the ... A: You didn't choose a very good birth year if you have a particular love for Rioja and I think you'd ...
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| Tall chianti in a basket | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I have two bottles and wonder if they are of any value and if they are better witth age? The first ... A: Chianti doesn't improve much with age I'm afraid and is usually at its best within five years of the ...
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| old wine | 3/23/2008 |
Q: I found an old unopened bottle of wine that was my grandfathers. The label reads Sauternes.. 1947 ... A: Although 1947 is a famous Sauternes vintage, only the very top wines will still be drinkable after ...
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| Quinta Do Noval 1970 Vintage Port/bottled in 1972 product of Portugal | 3/22/2008 |
Q: i would like a little information if you have it on this particular bottle of port.We found it ... A: What a lovely discovery! I hope you like Port and Cropwell Bishop Stilton as much as your husband ...
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| Collingwood Premiership Port | 3/22/2008 |
Q: i have a Collingwood Football Club 1990 Premiership Port its unopened and has a picture of the team ... A: No, I'm not Australian and I'm afraid your bottle isn't Port either as that only comes from ...
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| Open Cognac Storage | 3/22/2008 |
| Q: Does Cognac go bad once the bottle is open? On |