The November 2026 Auction: Part 1
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Estimate: $2,200
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"Beautiful balance of aromatics to flavour, flavour to structure, structure to length, tannins to acidity, rocky minerality to gracefulness. This is an impressive wine that simultaneously gives a sense of meticulousness and abundant life. Just a beautifully grown and crafted wine. Layers of aroma and flavour – notes of tobacco and earth, a hint of liquorice, black olive and just enough mixed peppers to lift everything. Shows cherry and blossom aromatics through palate but isn’t about the fruit. Fine balance and mouthfeel. Ultra-fine tannins and a persistent long finish. Lovely purity here."
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"Beautiful balance of aromatics to flavour, flavour to structure, structure to length, tannins to acidity, rocky minerality to gracefulness. This is an impressive wine that simultaneously gives a sense of meticulousness and abundant life. Just a beautifully grown and crafted wine. Layers of aroma and flavour – notes of tobacco and earth, a hint of liquorice, black olive and just enough mixed peppers to lift everything. Shows cherry and blossom aromatics through palate but isn’t about the fruit. Fine balance and mouthfeel. Ultra-fine tannins and a persistent long finish. Lovely purity here."
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The fourth-largest wine producer in the world, led by California. American fine wine is defined by ripe, expressive fruit and a spirit of innovation, with Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon among the most sought-after wines globally.
California's most prestigious wine region, celebrated worldwide for opulent, structured Cabernet Sauvignon. Diverse soils and mountain-to-valley-floor sites yield wines of remarkable ripeness, power and longevity.
A prestigious Napa sub-AVA on the valley floor, home to iconic estates and celebrated for richly textured, powerful Cabernet Sauvignon.
Cabernet Sauvignon is a red grape known for deep color, firm tannins and a clearly defined structure. Blackcurrant, often described as cassis, is a signature flavor, accompanied by blackberry and, depending on the wine, cedar, graphite, mint or herbal notes. Oak aging can add spice and toast, while bottle age may bring tobacco, leather and other savory layers. The grape is a cornerstone of Bordeaux's Left Bank, especially the Médoc and Graves, where it is commonly blended with Merlot, Cabernet Franc and smaller amounts of other varieties. Beyond Bordeaux, Cabernet Sauvignon has established distinctive regional identities, including Australia's Coonawarra and Margaret River. Vineyard climate and ripeness influence whether the emphasis falls on fresh fruit and herbs or richer, fuller expressions. Its tannins, acidity and concentration can support long development in well-balanced examples. Many accessible styles are made for earlier enjoyment, while more structured wines reward time as their tannins soften and their aromas evolve. Cabernet Sauvignon brings depth and backbone to blends and can also express a vineyard's character as a varietal wine.