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€1 Million Wine Auction in Florence
A wine auction in Florence, Italy, achieved over €1 million in sales, with highlights including Domaine de la Romanée Conti and Masseto. A pre-auction tasting showcased Salon and Delamotte Champagnes.
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PandolfiniDomaine De La Romanée ContiMassetoSassicaiaLaurent-Perrier
Didier DepondGabriele GorelliGiacolino GillardiEugène-Aimé SalonFrancesco Tanzi
- What are some of the characteristics of Salon Champagne?
- Salon Champagne, known for its single-vineyard, single-vintage, and single-varietal (Chardonnay) approach, showcased vintages from 1999, 2006, and 2013, highlighting their aging potential.
- What were some of the highest-selling lots at the auction?
- Domaine de la Romanée Conti 1996 (12 bottles) sold for €39,680, a 15-liter bottle of Masseto 2016 fetched €28,520, and a Sassicaia vertical (1980-2020) went for €13,020.
- Which Champagne houses were featured at the tasting event?
- The tasting event preceding the auction featured Champagnes from Salon and Delamotte, both owned by Laurent-Perrier, presented by Didier Depond (president) and Gabriele Gorelli (Master of Wine).
- What was the total value of wines sold at the Pandolfini auction?
- The Pandolfini auction house in Florence, Italy, celebrated its 100th anniversary with a wine auction that brought in over €1 million.
- What was highlighted about Delamotte Champagne during the tasting?
- Delamotte Champagne, another Laurent-Perrier brand, presented its Blanc de Blancs from 2007 and 2018, emphasizing the elegance and longevity of Chardonnay-based Champagnes.