November 2016 Auction

Fuji Gotemba Kirin 25 Year Old Single Grain Small Batch

Distilled at Kirin Fuji Gotemba, this is an 25 year old single grain

This is technically one of the world's largest distilleries producing both malt and grain, also having its own cooperage and bottling plant. 

Ferreirinha Dona Antónia 1875 Vintage Port

A very old bottle of Port from the Dona Antonia Ferreirinha port house.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Finlaggan 1980 Single Islay Malt

A very rare bottling of Finlaggan from the Vintage Malt Whisky Co, distilled in 1980 and bottled in 1994.

It has long been disputed what distilleries provide the whiskies to the Vintage Malt Whisky popular single malts Finlaggan and Ileach, it has widely been accepted that these are Caol Ila or Lagavulin.

Serge Valentin from Whisky Fun has some thoughts to contribute to this - click here. 

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition 2015

The 2015 limited edition from Four Roses bottled at a high strength of 54.3%

Bottle #10740 of 12672

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition 2015

The 2015 limited edition from Four Roses bottled at a high strength of 54.3%

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition 2015

The 2015 limited edition from Four Roses bottled at a high strength of 54.3%

Four Roses Small Batch Limited Edition 2014

The 2014 limited edition from Four Roses bottled at a high strength of 55.9%.

Bottle #11458 of 12516

Fonseca 1970 Vintage Port

Vintage Port is a specific style of Ruby Port which is made only in exceptional years and from the ripest grapes.  The wine is fermented and fortified before being aged for 2 years in massive oak vats which, contrary to the far-smaller hogsheads or port pipes which are used for Tawny Ports, prevent oxidation thus maintaining the ripe fruit character.  Upon bottling, the wines continue to age and can reward patient maturation for several decades.

1970 was an exceptional year and harvest with the vast majority of Port Houses and Single Estates declaring a vintage, many of which will benefit from further ageing yet.

Please note that there are no visible measurements on the label.

Fujikai 10 Year Old Single Malt 2 x 50cl

Nonjatta can provide a great deal of helpful information about unusual, new whiskies produced from Japan.

This was created by Monde Shuzo, in partnership with Les Whiskies du Monde, it’s been matured in ex-bourbon casks for 10 years.

It comes in a 50cl bottle and is limited to 8,808 bottles. “Fujikai” refers to Mt Fuji and “Kai-no-kuni” which is the old name for Yamanashi prefecture.

Please note there will be a shipping charge for two bottles. 

Famous Grouse Highland Decanter / 100 Years

This attractive decanter is gilded with 24 carat gold and depicts a 'Summer in the Highlands' by artist Stanley Todd.

Foursquare 2004 Single Blended 11 Year Old Rum

Distilled in 2004 and matured in an ex-bourbon cask until September 2015.

Viña Real Reserva​ 1980 Rioja

Viña Real is one of the fine cellars owned by Compania Vinicola del Norte de Espania (CVNE), using grapes sourced from the Rioja Alavesa subregion.  This subregion is protected from wind and storm by the Cantabrian mountains which form the area's northern boundary.

This wine features a very high dependence on Tempranillo (90%) and Garnacha, Graciano & Mazuelo in varying quantities providing balance.  The wine is matured for up to 2 years in a mix of American and French oak.

Please note that there is an additional shipping charge for multiple items.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Fernando A. de Terry Brandy

Fernando de Terry y Brucet started his firm in 1835, then after difficulties re-established it in 1865.

Please note there is no bottle size or strength mentioned on the label that we can see.

Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva 1973

Bodegas López de Heredia is located by Haro, in the heart of the Rioja Alta region.  One of the first 3 commercial wine houses to be built, the history and success of the region and the estate are closely linked.

Viña Tondonia is one of the cellars of the renowned Rioja estate, Bodegas López de Heredia.  A blend of Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Graciano and Mazuelo together contributing only 10%, aged in oak barrels for 10 years.  Confusingly, the main label is that of Viña Tondonia's Gran Reserva releases, while the cap-label asserts the wine to be only \"Rioja de Crianza.\"

[GEEK EDIT]:  The current terminology of Crianza, Reserva & Gran Reserva only came into official use following a Royal-Decree in 1979; prior to which the term \"Crianza\" meant simply that the wine had been aged in oak barrels; Don Pedro López Heredia, lawyer and co-owner of Viña Tondonia, was notable in his objection to this new system of categorisation and so continued to label his wines as before: with the neck-label stating only \"Crianza\" (ie. simply meaning \"Aged in oak\").  The main-label is however the same as those of later vintages which did carry the Gran Reserva terminology.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items. The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva 1973

Bodegas López de Heredia is located by Haro, in the heart of the Rioja Alta region.  One of the first 3 commercial wine houses to be built, the history and success of the region and the estate are closely linked.

Viña Tondonia is one of the cellars of the renowned Rioja estate, Bodegas López de Heredia.  A blend of Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Graciano and Mazuelo together contributing only 10%, aged in oak barrels for 10 years.  Confusingly, the main label is that of Viña Tondonia's Gran Reserva releases, while the cap-label asserts the wine to be only \"Rioja de Crianza.\"

[GEEK EDIT]:  The current terminology of Crianza, Reserva & Gran Reserva only came into official use following a Royal-Decree in 1979; prior to which the term \"Crianza\" meant simply that the wine had been aged in oak barrels; Don Pedro López Heredia, lawyer and co-owner of Viña Tondonia, was notable in his objection to this new system of categorisation and so continued to label his wines as before: with the neck-label stating only \"Crianza\" (ie. simply meaning \"Aged in oak\").  The main-label is however the same as those of later vintages which did carry the Gran Reserva terminology.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items. The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva 1973

Bodegas López de Heredia is located by Haro, in the heart of the Rioja Alta region.  One of the first 3 commercial wine houses to be built, the history and success of the region and the estate are closely linked.

Viña Tondonia is one of the cellars of the renowned Rioja estate, Bodegas López de Heredia.  A blend of Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Graciano and Mazuelo together contributing only 10%, aged in oak barrels for 10 years.  Confusingly, the main label is that of Viña Tondonia's Gran Reserva releases, while the cap-label asserts the wine to be only \"Rioja de Crianza.\"

[GEEK EDIT]:  The current terminology of Crianza, Reserva & Gran Reserva only came into official use following a Royal-Decree in 1979; prior to which the term \"Crianza\" meant simply that the wine had been aged in oak barrels; Don Pedro López Heredia, lawyer and co-owner of Viña Tondonia, was notable in his objection to this new system of categorisation and so continued to label his wines as before: with the neck-label stating only \"Crianza\" (ie. simply meaning \"Aged in oak\").  The main-label is however the same as those of later vintages which did carry the Gran Reserva terminology.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items. The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva 1973

Bodegas López de Heredia is located by Haro, in the heart of the Rioja Alta region.  One of the first 3 commercial wine houses to be built, the history and success of the region and the estate are closely linked.

Viña Tondonia is one of the cellars of the renowned Rioja estate, Bodegas López de Heredia.  A blend of Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Graciano and Mazuelo together contributing only 10%, aged in oak barrels for 10 years.  Confusingly, the main label is that of Viña Tondonia's Gran Reserva releases, while the cap-label asserts the wine to be only \"Rioja de Crianza.\"

[GEEK EDIT]:  The current terminology of Crianza, Reserva & Gran Reserva only came into official use following a Royal-Decree in 1979; prior to which the term \"Crianza\" meant simply that the wine had been aged in oak barrels; Don Pedro López Heredia, lawyer and co-owner of Viña Tondonia, was notable in his objection to this new system of categorisation and so continued to label his wines as before: with the neck-label stating only \"Crianza\" (ie. simply meaning \"Aged in oak\").  The main-label is however the same as those of later vintages which did carry the Gran Reserva terminology.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items. The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Viña Tondonia Gran Reserva 1973

Bodegas López de Heredia is located by Haro, in the heart of the Rioja Alta region.  One of the first 3 commercial wine houses to be built, the history and success of the region and the estate are closely linked.

Viña Tondonia is one of the cellars of the renowned Rioja estate, Bodegas López de Heredia.  A blend of Tempranillo (75%), Garnacho (15%), Graciano and Mazuelo together contributing only 10%, aged in oak barrels for 10 years.  Confusingly, the main label is that of Viña Tondonia's Gran Reserva releases, while the cap-label asserts the wine to be only \"Rioja de Crianza.\"

[GEEK EDIT]:  The current terminology of Crianza, Reserva & Gran Reserva only came into official use following a Royal-Decree in 1979; prior to which the term \"Crianza\" meant simply that the wine had been aged in oak barrels; Don Pedro López Heredia, lawyer and co-owner of Viña Tondonia, was notable in his objection to this new system of categorisation and so continued to label his wines as before: with the neck-label stating only \"Crianza\" (ie. simply meaning \"Aged in oak\").  The main-label is however the same as those of later vintages which did carry the Gran Reserva terminology.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items. The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Viña Albina 1970 Reserva 3x70cl

A Rioja Reserva from Bodegas Riojanas.  This wine is a blend of equal parts Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo, aged for at least 12 months in oak barrels.

Please note that shipping will be charged for three bottles.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Famous Grouse 1987 Blended Malt

An 12 year old blended malt from whiskies distilled in 1987.

Famous Grouse 1987 Blended Malt

An 12 year old blended malt from whiskies distilled in 1987.

Foursquare 11 Year Old Zinfandel Cask Blend

One cask matured in Bourbon for 11 years and one cask where the liquid was aged for five years in Bourbon and then six years in a Zinfandel cask. The two rums were then blended together and bottled in September 2015.

Viña Pomal 1969 Rioja Crianza 2x75cl

Viña Pomal is one of the cellars owned by Bodegas Bilbainas, located by the historic wine-town of Haro in the northwest of the Rioja Alta subregion.

This wine is of Crianza classification, 100% Tempranillo, aged for 12 months in American oak barrels, from the 1969 vintage.

Please note shipping will be charged for 2 bottles.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Federal Club 90 Proof 6 Year Old American Whiskey 1970s  40 Oz / 1 UK Quart

6 year old Blended American Whisky.

40oz 

Frapin Cuvee V.S.O.P Rare Grand Champagne Cognac

Premier Cru du Cognac.

Viña Albina 1956 Reserva

A Rioja Reserva from Bodegas Riojanas.  This wine is a blend of equal parts Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo, aged for at least 12 months in oak barrels.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Viña Albina 1956 Reserva

A Rioja Reserva from Bodegas Riojanas.  This wine is a blend of equal parts Tempranillo, Graciano and Mazuelo, aged for at least 12 months in oak barrels.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Foursquare 2001 Kill Devil Single Cask 14 Year Old Rum

Released in August 2001, this is a single cask Rum from Barbados.

In the 17th and 18th Centuries, islanders referred to their locally made distillates as kill devil. Today the superstitions have gone, but the good rum is still present.

One of 353

Faustino V Reserva 1968 Rioja 3x75cl

From their vineyards and winery in the Rioja Alavesa subregion, Faustino have grown to become one of Spain's most recognisable wine brands.

Their Reserva is a blend of Tempranillo (~90%) and Mazuelo (~10%), matured for 16 months in American and French oak barrels.  Despite the 2 different labels, these are all from the 1968 vintage.

Please note that shipping will be charged at rate for 3 bottles.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).

Famous Grouse Over 6 Year Old 1970s

6 year old Famous Grouse for the Italian market.

Andy Murray Flower of Scotland Highland Single Malt / Olympic Heroes

A mystery Highland single malt from Rutherglen Scotch Whisky Co.

Commemorates Andy Murray winning the Olympic Gold in 2012.

Bottle #9 of 2012

Viña​ Pomal Rioja Reserva 1955

Viña Pomal is one of the cellars owned by Bodegas Bilbainas, located by the historic wine-town of Haro in the northwest of the Rioja Alta subregion.

This wine is of Reserva classification, 100% Tempranillo, aged for 18 months in American oak barrels, from the 1955 vintage.

Vintage Wine Disclaimer - Item purchased fully at the buyers risk!

These vintage Rioja's and other wines have travelled from a private collection in Spain to be included in our auctions, the items are in mixed conditions 

Whisky Auctioneer can not be held liable for the condition of wines and the buyer accepts all responsibility in purchasing these items.  The buyer also accepts that the condition of wines are shown in the images and that the contents and fragility of the cork and seal are not the responsibility of Whisky Auctioneer.  These items will be purchased fully at the buyers risk, any leakage or breakage to the cork will be not be applicable for a refund (even if insured).