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The May 2018 Distinguished Cellar Auction, Part I

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Auction Ends: 5/3/2018 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #941. Terrabianca Ceppate 1999

Description: Consists of 2 Magnums, 1.5L
Region: Italy, Tuscany.
Score: 91 RP.
"The most expensive offering in this portfolio is the 1999 Ceppate, a blend of 50% Cabernet Sauvignon from the Chianti Classico region, and 25% Cabernet Sauvignon along with 25% Merlot from the coastal Maremma region. It was aged for 12 months in French and American oak. An opaque ruby/purple color accompanies intense, sweet aromas of graphite, damp earth, and minty black currants, medium to full body, a sweet palate, and a dense, concentrated, tannic finish." Wine Advocate #144, Dec 2002
Notes: 1 Torn capsule partially revealing top of cork, very lightly scuffed labels.
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Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $250

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