This lot is comprised of 1 bottle(s) of 1996 Chateau Leoville Las Cases St Julien - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $400 - $550 with a reserve of $280. The wine in this lot belongs to collection 11807.
Condition
Please notice the following conditions in this lot - Scuffed Label on the bottle of 1996 Chateau Leoville Las Cases St Julien.
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This consignor’s fascination with wine began with a deep appreciation for the history, craft, and regional diversity of the world's great producers. Over time, that curiosity turned into collecting exceptional bottles built to age. Built over several years, his collection was assembled gradually with an emphasis on provenance, careful selection, and long-term cellaring rather than immediate consumption. The majority of the cellar was acquired through Iron Gate Auctions, supplemented by select purchases from provincial boards—including the LCBO, BCL, and AGLC—and acquisitions made while traveling. Once acquired, the wines were kept in dedicated, temperature-controlled storage—safely protected from light and vibration—where they remained untouched until consignment to ensure optimal condition.
1996 Chateau Leoville Las Cases St Julien from this lot has the following scores - The Wine Advocate 98 points, Jeff Leve The Wine Cellar Insider 98 points, The Wine Front 97 points, Adrian van Velsen - vvWine.ch 97 points, Vinous 96 points.