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The Cellar of Don Cornwell: In The Warehouse | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

Hart Davis Hart is delighted to present The Cellar of Don Cornwell (lots 2622 – 3293). A collector for many decades, Don’s name is synonymous with provenance. His tireless mission to ensure the authenticity of fine and rare wine is well known, but it is worth pointing out that this tenacity has always been driven by his passion and appreciation for wine. It stands to reason that no collection has been built with more scrutiny and concern for provenance than this one. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to

The Cellar of Don Cornwell Interview with Jason Hernandez | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

Hart Davis Hart is delighted to present The Cellar of Don Cornwell (lots 2622 – 3293). A collector for many decades, Don’s name is synonymous with provenance. His tireless mission to ensure the authenticity of fine and rare wine is well known, but it is worth pointing out that this tenacity has always been driven by his passion and appreciation for wine. It stands to reason that no collection has been built with more scrutiny and concern for provenance than this one. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to

Hart Davis Hart's Celebration of Burgundy, An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

Hart Davis Hart's Celebration of Burgundy, An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines is happening now! Watch the sale here, and head over to bid.hdhauctions.com or the Hart Davis Hart app to get in on the bidding action. The auction takes place on May 14, 15 & 16 beginning at 8am ET each day. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com for more information. #wineauctions #finewine #fineandrare #auctions #liveauctions #auctionsale

The Bowen Collection | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

The Bowen Collection hails from a longtime collector and friend of HDH, who has consigned multiple times over the course of more than fifteen years. Beginning in the 1990s this New England gentleman acquired wines from reputable merchants and auction houses, avidly tasting, learning and applying the utmost scrutiny to his purchases. The Bowen Collection is held in a state-of-the-art refrigerated cellar at 48 to 50°F with 78 to 82% humidity. A measured and intellectually curious connoisseur, The

A Trove of Marvellous Burgundy | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

A Trove of Marvellous Burgundy (lots 177-646) is a fantastic lineup from a significant and knowledgeable collector with his finger on the pulse of the best wines in Burgundy. Don’t miss the up-and-coming white Burgundy producers in this collection. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on these spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on May 13, 14, & 15, 2026 starting at 9am ET each day.

The Cellar of a Gentleman | September Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

Outstanding Burgundy, Champagne and More from the Cellar of a Gentleman (lots 1502-1685) is a selection of magnificent wines hailing from a longtime friend and generous collector. The very best of Burgundy is represented, including three bottles of 1999 La Tâche and a magnum of 1993 Musigny, Jacques-Frédéric Mugnier, while the têtes de cuvée highlights are a magnum of 1998 Dom Pérignon Rosé, P3 Vintage, three bottles of 1995 Krug, Clos d’Ambonnay, and Salon 1999 and 2006 in magnums. Visit bid.hd

The Library of Excellence | An Iconic Pair: Pillars of Remarkable Taste

The Library of Excellence (lots 40-703) is a selection from one of the most important cellars in North America which Hart Davis Hart is honored to have represented on the rostrum multiple times over the years. A longtime friend of HDH Vice Chairman Michael Davis, this collector’s zeal for discovery has resulted in a breathtakingly expansive cellar. Legendary wines such as 1991 Domaine Leroy, Chambertin, 1978 Guigal Côte Rôtie, La Mouline and 1974 Heitz Cellar Cabernet Sauvignon, Martha’s Vineyar

The Aria Collection | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

The Aria Collection (lots 97-478), a tremendous offering of impeccably sourced Burgundy. The opera lover and Burgundy enthusiast behind this cellar is a longtime collector and repeat consignor who sets sights upon his favorite producers and goes all-in. Unusually for Burgundy, many of these wines are offered in six- or twelve-bottle quantities. The rarity of this opportunity to acquire these extraordinary wines from back vintages, in serious quantities, and with optimal provenance cannot be over

A Further Selection from a Preeminent American Collector | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

A Further Selection From A Preeminent American Collector (lots 1451-1812) in December's Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines represents one of the country’s great cellars, amassed by a focused and persistent connoisseur. Red Burgundy is the star, with stupendous offerings from DRC, Dujac, Gros, Hudelot-Noëllat, Mugneret-Gibourg, Rousseau and more. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on December 17, 1

The Cobblestone Collection | November Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

The Cobblestone Collection (lots 1375-1694) represents a repeat consignor and longtime, generous client of HDH and features three magnums of 1999 Chambolle-Musigny, Les Amoureuses, George Roumier and a bottle of 2014 Bâtard-Montrachet, Domaine d’Auvenay among an exceptional array of Burgundy and Bordeaux. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on November 6 & 7 starting at 8am ET

The Bellevue Collection | September Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

The Bellevue Collection (lots 226-429) represents twenty years of amassing pristine, high-caliber wines by a collector who intended to enjoy them for decades to come. The focus here is on high-end and collectible wines in original packaging: case quantities of first growths, plus Lafleur, Pétrus and Le Pin; Dom Pérignon, Krug and Salon in serious volume; treasured Domaine de la Romanée-Conti including three-bottle cases of Corton-Charlemagne and Romanée-Conti, and six-packs of La Tâche; and much

The Champion’s Cellar | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

The Champion’s Cellar (lots 182–567) represents 25 years of thoughtful collecting by an American sports icon and business leader. The same focus and discipline that defined his athletic and professional achievements are evident in the wines selected — significant holdings of Bordeaux and Burgundy alongside benchmark producers including Rayas, Salon, Masseto, Stella di Campalto, and Pingus. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on these spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open an

An Important Private Cellar | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co.

An Important Private Cellar (lots 1373–1439) comes from a close friend of Michael Davis and reflects a carefully curated portion of a far larger collection. The emphasis here is on provenance and quality. The Bordeaux selection spans many of the most celebrated wines of the past half century, complemented by exceptional Burgundy from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, including a rare jeroboam of Romanée-Conti 1999 (lot 1431). Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on these spectacular win

Wines from the Cellar Of Former U.S. Ambassador Ron Weiser | An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

Hart Davis Hart is honored to include Wines from the Cellar Of Former U.S. Ambassador Ron Weiser (lot 1844-1981) in November's Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines. Ambassador Weiser is well known for his generosity — he is one of the two largest donors of all time to the University of Michigan and Michigan Medicine — and the proceeds for this selection will benefit the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is n

The East End Collection | An Iconic Pair: Pillars of Remarkable Taste

The East End Collection: A Legacy of Discerning Taste (Lots 1641-2148) is an assemblage from visionary collectors with a rare combination of taste, foresight and conviction which resulted in the acquisition of world-class wines and art, often well ahead of their rise to acclaim. A notable hallmark of this collection is the abundance of large-format bottlings, which betrays the collectors’ ultimate goal in building a cellar – to share their favorite wines with family, friends and fellow enthusias

Hart Davis Hart's Celebration of Burgundy, An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

Hart Davis Hart's Celebration of Burgundy, An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines is happening now! Watch the sale here, and head over to bid.hdhauctions.com or the Hart Davis Hart app to get in on the bidding action. The auction takes place on May 14, 15 & 16 beginning at 8am ET each day. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com for more information. #wineauctions #finewine #fineandrare #auctions #liveauctions #auctionsale

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An Exquisite New England Cellar | May Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

In An Exquisite New England Cellar (lots 530-1051) in the may celebration of burgundy, we find a wealth of Burgundian legends including Dujac, Lignier, Fourrier, Mugnier, Mugneret-Gibourg, Roumier and Rousseau. This fervent collector’s love of Burgundy was inspired through study and an appreciation for the artisan nature of the region’s winemakers, and the sourcing is impeccable. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on May 14, 15, & 16 starting at 8am ET

2024 Bordeaux En Primeur with Hart Davis Hart Wine

HDH traveled to Bordeaux last week to explore the 2024 en primeur wines, and we're excited to report back with our findings. Peter Messa, David Domer, and Julia Murray visited dozens of châteaux and tasted hundreds of wines. Many châteaux emphasized micro-vinification and rigorous selection, with some employing up to five levels of sorting to ensure only pristine fruit made it to the final blend. In this video Marielle Cavaux, gives a wonderful explanation of the importance of sorting and La Conseillante's use of a density sorting bath. Visit https://shop.hdhwine.com/ to purchase en primeur 2024 offerings

The Vaulted Collection: Excerpts from a Vast Wine Archive | May Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

The Vaulted Collection: Excerpts from a Vast Wine Archive (lots 2987-3401) represents a selection so large that it will span our May, June and August auctions. The consignor, a longtime friend of HDH, is a connoisseur with deep wine knowledge and a unique passion for the market, sourcing and trends; he’s equally generous with his cellar and his insights. While it’s hard to fathom, this offering represents just a fraction of one of the most expansive private cellars in the world. Collectors will find a stunning lineup of wines from the region’s most iconic domaines, assembled with rigorous attention to provenance and presented here in extraordinary depth and breadth. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on May 14, 15, & 16 starting at 8am ET.

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The Gunderson Family Collection | An Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines

The Gunderson Family Collection (Lots 1-1017) in this December auction, features an exceptional range of wines that includes a wealth of DRC, First Growth Bordeaux in owc, notable Italian wines, and a strong selection from California. The collection is of high quality across all levels, from top benchmarks to hidden gems, reflecting the Gundersons’ impeccable taste. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on December 19 & 20, 2024 starting at 8am ET.

The Searle Collection | An Auction of Finest and Rarest Wines

Hart Davis Hart is honored to feature The Searle Collection in this Auction of Finest & Rarest Wines. The 1,204 lots from this special cellar will span the entirety of day one. On day two of the sale, the auction widens into an array of classified Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, and many more fine wine regions. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view the lots and bid on some spectacular wines! Early bidding is now open and the live auction takes place on October 24 & 25, 2024 starting at 8am ET.

Either/Or Bidding Tutorial | Hart Davis Hart Auction Co

Learn how to use the either/or bidding tool when submitting early bird bids to increase your chances of winning a lot in Hart Davis Hart auctions. Visit bid.hdhauctions.com to view lots and bid on some spectacular wines!