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The August 2018 Distinguished Cellar Auction
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Estimate: $1,500
Lightly scuffed and lightly oxidized capsule, Heavily torn, scuffed and lightly bin soiled label.
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"My contribution to the party; the bottle was purchased from an individual who bought it from Christie’s auction house several decades ago. Dark maple color with a greenish-gold edge. Accessorized by a myriad of intense fragrances of quince, orange marmalade, mahogany, VA, sea salt and a dollop of singed caramel. A sexy if not slutty version of Verdelho framed by deeply concentrated, velvety textured and refined flavors of tangy lemon meringue, Amaretto, ripe nectarine and salted toffee. This 1839 Acciaioly was as unctuous as any Malmsey, but the bittersweet core is balanced by laser focused acidity which provided cut and tensity. The lip smacking sweet and enduring finish of liquid crème caramel went down easy."
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"My contribution to the party; the bottle was purchased from an individual who bought it from Christie’s auction house several decades ago. Dark maple color with a greenish-gold edge. Accessorized by a myriad of intense fragrances of quince, orange marmalade, mahogany, VA, sea salt and a dollop of singed caramel. A sexy if not slutty version of Verdelho framed by deeply concentrated, velvety textured and refined flavors of tangy lemon meringue, Amaretto, ripe nectarine and salted toffee. This 1839 Acciaioly was as unctuous as any Malmsey, but the bittersweet core is balanced by laser focused acidity which provided cut and tensity. The lip smacking sweet and enduring finish of liquid crème caramel went down easy."
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Best known for fortified Port from the Douro Valley, Portugal also produces distinctive dry reds from native grapes such as Touriga Nacional. Its dramatic terraced vineyards and blending traditions give the wines a singular identity.