The January 2026 Auction: Part 3
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1 / 2Lot 80
Estimate: $200
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98-99JS
"Wow. This is incredibly structured and powerful with ultra-fine tannins that are tight and layered. It’s full and powerful with carved muscles of tannins. This will need so much time."
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Red
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"Wow. This is incredibly structured and powerful with ultra-fine tannins that are tight and layered. It’s full and powerful with carved muscles of tannins. This will need so much time."
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