What defines a legendary wine? It is a perfect combination of an exceptional vintage and remarkable aging potential sourced from a prestigious Domaine or Château. Such a bottle transcends time, reputation and rarity to become an icon in the realm of fine wine. 

Indeed, legendary wines do exist, but they require impeccable provenance: a bottle that has been meticulously stored in the same location for decades in an ideal cellar. While improperly stored wines or those that have traveled excessively may deteriorate, those well-preserved can maintain their vibrancy for over a century.

Our “Kipling” #10 auction exemplifies this, as it is a single-owner cellar housing a remarkable selection of legendary wines with outstanding provenance and maintained with professional care. Only a visionary man could have amassed such a rare and expansive collection, commencing with the great vintage of 1865, kept for decades in a parisian cellar — these wines are undeniably extraordinary.

Enjoying a stunning 100-year-old wine is a rare, historical, and profound experience. I have been fortunate to feel this joy several times, most recently just days ago. You don’t need to be an expert or a connoisseur to appreciate such a moment; the wine itself will elevate your senses to new heights of enjoyment…

Visit our website to behold the vibrant colors of these wines, and you will already sense the emotion. As a wine lover, opportunities to acquire such rare, lively bottles ready for sharing are few and far between.

Le vin est un voyage. Un voyage aromatique, un voyage à travers les régions viticoles, un voyage à travers les époques… Chaque bouteille est une épopée. Elle nous permet de gouter aux sentiments du vigneron et avec le temps, elle nous permet d’écouter les murmures du passé.

La vente Kipling #10 « Legends » vous propose de voyager au cœur d’une collection établie avec soin depuis plusieurs dizaines d’années. Les provenances sont parfaites, les appellations sélectionnées avec goût, et la conservation parfaite les vins ayant toujours été conservé dans un stockage unique.

Le 20ème siècle en bouteilles… Quelle promesse ! Cette collection exceptionnelle offre la possibilité de déguster les plus grands millésimes des années 1900, 1910, 1920, 1930, 1940, 1950, 1960, 1970 et 1980…