Burgundy Breaks Records at $13 Million HDH March Auction

Hart Davis Hart concluded a smashing success of an Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines last week with multiple new world records achieved. As the end of the first quarter of 2022 approaches, it is clear that the momentum of the fine wine market of 2021 has not faded at all. 2021 was HDH’s most successful year to date with auction sales topping $100M. 2022 is proving even more impressive with 15% year-over-year first quarter growth. Bidders are incredibly enthusiastic with some lots receiving more than 30 bids, driving the total to $12.98 million for the two-day sale, 160% to the pre-sale low estimate of $7.9 million.

The next Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines will take place May 5 and 6, and consignments are still being accepted. Hart Davis Hart is the preeminent wine auction house in the U.S., leading the field in terms of market share, technology, and sell-through rate.

To take advantage of the strong market, entrust your collection to the most experienced team in the industry. Please contact our team of experts at consignments@hdhwine.com.

Highlights From March 3 & 4:

The Daniel & Joanna S. Rose Collection
Pre-sale estimate: $739,750 to $1,105,500. Realized: $1,214,837, 164% to low estimate
Lot 130: 1996 La Tâche Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (12 bs) (est. $50,000-75,000) $71,700
Lot 134: 2005 La Tâche Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (6 bs) (est. $40,000-60,000) $59,750*
Lot 6: 1989 Château Haut-Brion (12 bs) (est. $19,000-28,000) $41,825
Lot 42: 2000 Château Lafite Rothschild (12 bs) (est. $11,000-17,000) $21,510
Lot 151: 1929 Massandra, White Muscat (12 bs) (est. $3,200-4,800) $7,768*
Lot 146: 1815 Boal Solera Madeira Lomelino (1 b) (est. $850-1,300) $2,868*

A Doctor's Treasured Collection
Pre-sale estimate: $1,215,700 to $1,816,400. Realized: $1,889,952, 155% to low estimate
Lot 1434: 2016 Château Pétrus (12 bs) (est. $30,000-45,000) $50,190
Lot 1425: 2016 Château Le Pin (10 bs) (est. $22,000-32,000) $33,460
Lot 1512: 2010 Corton-Charlemagne Domaine de Montille (6 bs) (est. $800-1,200) $2,032*
Lot 1546: 2011 Sorì San Lorenzo Gaja (6 bs) (est. $950-1,400) $2,390*
Lot 1495: 2014 Richebourg Domaine Thibault Liger-Belair (6 bs) (est. $2,400-5,500) $5,736*
Lot 1472: 2008 Echézeaux Mongeard-Mugneret (12 bs) (est. $1,400-2,000) $3,346
Lot 1531: 1996 Salon (6 bs) (est. $6,000-9,000) $11,352

The Audrey Collection
Pre-sale estimate: $660,100 to $987,900. Realized: $1,079,324, 164% to low estimate
Lot 1627: 1999 La Tâche Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (3 mags) (est. $60,000-90,000) $101,575*
Lot 1626: 1999 Romanée-Conti Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (3 bs) (est. $60,000-90,000) $89,625*
Lot 1641: 2000 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Assortment (12 bs )(est. $50,000-75,000) $77,675*
Lot 1642: 2001 Romanée-Conti Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (3 bs) (est. $40,000-60,000) $71,700*
Lot 1638: 2000 Echézeaux Domaine de la Romanée-Conti (6 bs) (est. $11,000-17,000) $21,510*
Lot 1649: 1999 Nuits-St-Georges, Clos des Corvées Prieuré-Roch (3 bs) (est. $2,200-3,200) $4,183*
Lot 1650: 1999 Vosne-Romanée, Les Suchots Prieuré-Roch (3 bs) (est. $2,400-3,500) $4,541*

All prices shown inclusive of 19.5% buyer's premium, *indicates new world record

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Hart Davis Hart Wine Co. is the #1 wine auction house in the U.S. and a leading online retailer, occupying a unique position in the rare wine market. HDH provides unrivaled expertise and personalized service to collectors and the wine trade, offering a broad range of options for buying and selling wine. The company was founded in October 2004 by our team of the most experienced professionals in the wine industry and quickly became a trusted source for rare wine. Today, HDH is helmed by Paul Hart (Chairman & CEO), and Ben Nelson (President). Paul began his career at Christie’s Wine Department and held executive positions at Davis & Company and Sotheby’s. As part of their commitment to superior service, Hart Davis Hart spearheaded the development of their online bidding platform, which is the most sophisticated system of its kind. Released in March of 2015, the mobile app and auction website allow users to place absentee and live bids from anywhere. Hart Davis Hart’s dedication to innovation has made the firm the industry leader in terms of technology, service, and expertise.