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IronGate Fine Wine Auction

Tue, Feb 6, 2024 10:00AM EST - Tue, Feb 13, 2024 08:00PM EST
  • 2004
  • 750ml
  • USA
  • California
  • Central Coast
  • Pinot Noir
  • Red
  • EE1710
  • EE1710
Lot 1073

2004 Sine Qua Non Covert Fingers Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills - 750ml - 1 bottle(s)

Estimate: CAD$700 - CAD$1,000

Bid Increments

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CAD$0 CAD$20
CAD$500 CAD$50
CAD$1,000 CAD$100
CAD$2,000 CAD$200
CAD$3,000 CAD$250
CAD$5,000 CAD$500
CAD$10,000 CAD$1,000
CAD$20,000 CAD$2,000
CAD$50,000 CAD$5,000
CAD$100,000 CAD$10,000
This lot is comprised of 1 bottle(s) of 2004 Sine Qua Non Covert Fingers Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills - 750ml. Estimate for this lot is between $700 - $1000 with a reserve of $550. The bottles in this lot come from collection 11435.

Condition

In Neck

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This remarkable wine collection owned by George and Ildiko Manner is a testament to George's unwavering passion and profound love for discovering, curating, and collecting wines. His interest in wine was ignited in the early 1960s, evolving from a mere hobby into a lifelong journey. This exceptional collection is sourced from auctions, LCBO/SAQ, wine agents, and direct engagements with winemakers. Professionally stored in custom-built, climate-controlled cellars, the collection ensures optimal conditions for preserving the wines' quality over the years. Each bottle in this collection symbolizes a lifelong commitment to curation and undoubtedly reflects the joy derived from savoring, understanding, and exploring the contents of each glass.
The score for 2004 Sine Qua Non Covert Fingers Pinot Noir Santa Rita Hills is 94 from Robert Parker and the tasting note - The 462-case 2004 Pinot Noir Covert Fingers is seamless and elegant, with a ripe, layered profile of sweet cassis, forest floor, licorice and ground herbs. Coming all from the cooler climate Arita Hills Vineyard in the Sta. Rita Hills and completely destemmed, aged in 70% new French oak (the rest in 1-3-year-old barrels), never racked, and bottled unfined and unfiltered, it’s a full-bodied, beautiful effort that’s drinking at point. It’s in no danger of falling off a cliff and should continue to shine, although I see no reason to hold off.