Here is a selection of white top lots in our next live-streamed “Kipling” auction #9 “At home, A journey through the world of French Grands Crus”, to come on Friday, 21st of February at 12pm (noon CET Paris/Geneva time)!

Our live-streamed “Kipling” #9 auction, “At Home”, offers an extensive and beautiful selection of Burgundy white wines, including wonderful Grands Crus. As such, we believe it would be interesting to explore the essence of Burgundy’s white Grand Crus…

Let me guide you through a selection of lots offered in our online auction “wine o’clock” #91 to be held from Geneva on Tuesday, 14th of January 2025.

To start the year, let me highlight a selection of lots that are presented in our online auction “wine o’clock” #5 to be held from Singapore on Monday, 13th of January 2025.

Let me guide you through a selection of lots offered in our online auction “wine o’clock” #91 to be held from Geneva on Tuesday, 14th of January 2025.

For this article, let me highlight a selection of lots that are presented in our online auction “wine o’clock” #5 to be held from Singapore on Monday, 13th of January 2025.

Cigars & spirits: performing art !

The pairing of fine cigar with the perfect spirit is a living art. Each tobacco leaf and each distilled libation holds a complex symphony of flavors. Bringing them together is a transcendent experience.

The mighty Cuban. The rich, earthy notes of a Cohiba demand the smooth, oaky embrace of a fine Scotch. The peat and smoke of an Islay single malt marry the nuanced flavors of a Partagás, while the vanilla and caramel of a Speyside dram complement the sweetness of a Romeo y Julieta. How about Yamazaki 12 years or Karuizawa MV?

Look to the Caribbean, where the bold, complex rums find their perfect partners in the bold, spicy vitolas of the Dominican or Nicaragua. The caramelized sugar and tropical fruit notes of a fine rum positively sing when paired with the peppery punch of Oliva Serie V Melanio Torpedo.

Brandy, a classic British favorite. The warm, oaky embrace of a Cognac or Armagnac provides a sumptuous counterpoint to the rich, earthy notes of a Nicaraguan puro, while the dried fruit and floral aromatics of an aged Calvados and Apricot liqueur complement the nuanced flavors of a Maduro.

The bold and assertive flavors of tequila like Clase Azul can hold their own against the most robust cigars. The herbaceous, smoky notes of a fine mezcal pair beautifully with the bold, spicy character of a Nicaraguan puro, while the citrus and pepper of a premium tequila find their perfect match in the sweet, creamy undertones of a Dominican or Honduran leaf. Montecristo?

Time to explore your own art of the pairing - a harmonious dance of flavors that transports you to a realm of pure pleasure.

Join in on Friday 20, September for the spirit-dedicated online "wine o'clock #86" auction – enjoy your bids!

A cellar of infinite horizons…

Nestled beneath the glitz and glamor of Monaco lies a remarkable wine cellar that defies conventional notions of a collector’s haven. This is the “Cellar of Width”, a repository of œnological treasures that spans the globe, offering a diverse and captivating array of vintages and varietals to the discerning connoisseur.

The provenance of this cellar’s collection is a testament to the dedication and meticulous curation of its owners. The majority of the Burgundy wines hail directly from the very domains that birthed these liquid gems. The cellar’s reach extends far beyond the borders of France, with a carefully curated selection from respected distributors and a small portion from the personal collections of well-known collectors, such as the renowned Chartreuse Tarragone, among which you will find 60s and 70s vintages.

The true essence of this cellar lies in its sheer breadth and diversity. Unlike traditional cellars that often focus on a singular region or varietal, this Monegasque Cellar encompasses an unparalleled range of wines from across the globe, including Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne, Rhône, Napa, Loire, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Scotland, Japan, Jamaica, and Mexico. This expansive coverage transports the discerning palate on a journey of exploration, harking back to the heady days when wine enthusiasts would embark on a whirlwind of tastings, driven by an insatiable curiosity to discover new and exciting expressions of the grape.

This cellar is a sanctuary for the modern-day true wine explorer, the individual who seeks to expand their horizons beyond the well-trodden paths of the wine world. From our usual target as Domaine Leroy, Romanée-Saint-Vivant 2013, Romanée-Conti 2011, Krug Clos d’Ambonnay 1998, 13 vintages of Pétrus and Karuizawa to new candidates on our consignment such as Cayus, Eiselle, Azuse Claze and Mount Gay 1703, Kavalan Whisky and Rum in Guyama, this series of five auctions covers 37 champagne producers, 56 Châteaux, 70 Burgundy domains, more than 10 regions other than Burgundy and Bordeaux, and more than 32 appellations of wines and spirits. It offers a world of wines at your fingertips. 

The cellar is not merely a repository of wine; it is a gateway to the exploration of the wider world of spirits as well. The owners are excited to open the doors to an extensive collection of rare and exceptional distillates, inviting the curious to delve into the rich tapestry of the global spirits landscape.

In a world where the pursuit of the rare and the extraordinary has become the hallmark of the true connoisseur, this “Cellar of Width” stands as a beacon of exploration, a testament to the power of the human spirit to seek out the unexplored and the unexpected. Those who venture into its depths will be rewarded with a journey of discovery, an odyssey of the senses that will forever reshape their understanding and appreciation of the world of fine wines and spirits.

This cellar is a veritable paradise for the traditional wine lover, boasting a diverse array of regions, from the sparkling heights of Champagne like Dom Perignon White Gold 3L to mature Bordeaux, crowned Burgundy, the iconic Grange, and also the warrior whiskies. The complete Port Ellen annual release collection, spanning from the 1st to the 17th edition, is a gem in its own right.

Our coming Kipling #6 to be held on Dec 15^th CET 13H00/HK 20H00/BKK 19H00 will conclude our fruitful achievement in 2023.    

Continued to focus on European provenance collectibles, Kipling #6 comes from Swiss and France only.