Hart Davis Hart Realizes $9.5 Million in September Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

Hart Davis Hart opened the fall season with an incredibly successful two-day auction. Winning bids came in from more than 13 countries, bringing in a total of $9,511,448 for the September sale, well above the pre-sale low estimate of $6,589,070. Enthusiastic participation led to a remarkable 100% sell through rate over 2219 lots.

The fine wine market remains vibrant, with exceptional wines on offer and consistently high hammer prices achieved. Records continue to be set in every sale. This is the best time to sell your wines. Reach out to our team today about consigning this fall or to request a complimentary appraisal: consignments@hdhwine.com.

Highlights from An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

All prices shown inclusive of 19.5% buyer's premium, the lowest in the industry

Lot 1912: 2010 Puligny-Montrachet, Les Enseignères, Coche-Dury (12 bs) (est. $9,500 - $14,000) $23,900
Lot 1372: 1989 Château Mouton Rothschild (12 bs) (est. $4,200-6,500) $10,157
Lot 2049: 1957 Rioja Blanco Gran Reserva, Viña Tondonia, R. López de Heredia Viña Tondonia, S.A. (5 bs) (est. $2,000-3,000) $5,975
Lot 919: 2016 Promontory Red Wine (6 bs and 1 mag) (est. $2,000-3,000) $5,377
Lot 1963: 1978 Châteauneuf-du-Pape, Château Rayas (1 b) (est. $6,000-9,000) $13,145
Lot 351: 2002 Romanée-St-Vivant, Robert Arnoux (6 bs) (est. $5,000-7,500) $10,157
Lot 356: 2005 Bonnes-Mares, Georges Roumier (3 bs) (est. $4,800-7,500) $10,157
Lot 353: 2002 Vosne-Romanée, Aux Reignots, Comte Liger-Belair (12 bs) (est. $14,000-20,000) $26,290
Lot 1111: 1989 Château Haut-Brion (1 b) (est. $1,500-2,200) $2,868

We at HDH are honored to bring these incredible lots to market and are grateful to our consignors and bidders for their part in the incredible success of this auction.

Our next auction will take place November 3rd & 4th and we're looking forward to bringing bidders more opportunites to compete for the greatest wines from all over the world. As the preeminent wine auction house in the U.S., Hart Davis Hart has a proven track record of excellence. HDH continues to far surpass competitors in terms of market share, technology, and sell-through rate.

Consignments are still being accepted for the fall season. The market is incredibly strong, and anyone looking to take advantage should reach out to our team of experts at consignments@hdhwine.com. We would be happy to provide you with a complimentary appraisal. There has never been a better time to sell your wine, and HDH is your best possible partner.

Bidding Information
Absentee and live bidding can be executed online at auction.hdhwine.com or the HDH mobile app. We also accept absentee bids via email at bids@hdhwine.com. For questions, please visit our Support Portal or contact our bidding department at 312.445.0100.

About Hart Davis Hart Wine Co.
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.