Burgundy and Champagne

Timed Online Auction, 28 August - 9 September 2024

Additional Finds
About the Session

Additional finds, featuring wines from a Private Seller. The selection is an eclectic offering from California. Highlights include Opus One, Harlan Estate, Ridge Monte Bello and Pride Mountain Vineyards. We have curated a few mixed Chardonnay parcels from Steele Wines offering further variety and very good value.


Sold for

ZAR 3 283
Lot 184
  • Montelena; Cabernet Sauvignon; 1981; 1 (1 x 1); 750ml


Lot Estimate
ZAR 3 200 - 4 800
Selling Price
Incl. Buyer's Premium & VAT
ZAR 3 283

About this Item

1981 Cabernet Sauvignon
1 (1 x 1) 750ml

The Montelena Cabernet Sauvignon is a classic wine from one of Napa Valley’s most historic and respected wineries. Chateau Montelena is renowned for its Cabernet Sauvignon, consistently producing wines that balance power with elegance, and the 1981 vintage is no exception.

Provenance

Private Client

Critics Ratings

'There is something reassuring about seeing a bottle of Chateau Montelena. This classic, old Napa Valley winery is best known for its Cabernet Sauvignon, but they can also fashion wonderful Chardonnay from the Alexander and Napa valleys.' - Robert Parker, Wine Advocate (Oct 1993)

Notes

Please take note of the condition of the label - as per image.

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