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The September 2021 Auction: Part 5

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Auction Ends: 9/30/2021 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #699. Robert Mondavi Cabernet Sauvignon Reserve 1974

Description: Consists of 2 Magnums, 1.5L
Score: 19.5 Alex Hunt.
"Initially a double magnum was opened but found to be excessively evolved. The following note therefore relates to the standard-sized 'back-up' bottle served instead. Beautiful, only-slightly-bricked colour. Immediate, very aromatic nose: blackberries and sesame crisps. An extraordinary simultaneous fresh-savoury aspect. Staggering energy, symmetry and beauty. A lesson in intensity with grace. A lot of grip, again; drives across the palate. Gives no sense of 'age' whatsoever. Even after an hour in the glass, the aroma sings. Remarkable." 31 Oct 2012, Alex Hunt, JancisRobinson.com,
Provenance: The Portuaire Cellar
Notes: Lightly scuffed, lightly corroded capsules, scuffed, lightly nicked labels.
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Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $1,000

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