Bonhams Hong Kong's Ex-Cellar Auction with Edouard Delaunay Sells All Lots, Including Unique Vougeot Barrel
Bonhams Hong Kong recently held its inaugural ex-cellar auction featuring wines from the esteemed Burgundy producer Edouard Delaunay, and it was a complete success. This online auction highlighted rare cuvées, large bottles, and vertical collections from the Delaunay family's private stash. A notable highlight was a one-of-a-kind barrel of Vougeot Premier Cru Les Cras 2023, which was sold in several formats, including a 9L Salmanazar, 3L Jeroboams, 1.5L Magnums, and 750ml bottles. It went for HK$375,000, exceeding its top estimate of HK$360,000. The lucky buyer will also receive custom labels for their wine. During the event, Laurent Delaunay spoke to the guests, celebrating this remarkable win for Bonhams in Hong Kong.
Key facts
- Bonhams Hong Kong held its first ex-cellar auction with Edouard Delaunay
- The auction achieved 100% sold, a white-glove success
- The sale featured rare wines from the Delaunay family's private cellar
- A unique barrel of Vougeot Premier Cru Les Cras 2023 was the top lot
- The barrel sold for HK$375,000, surpassing its high estimate of HK$360,000
- The lot included formats: 1 Salmanazar (9L), 12 Jeroboams (3L), 36 Magnums (1.5L), 135 bottles (750ml)
- The winning buyer can personalize the labels
- Laurent Delaunay spoke at the event in Hong Kong
Entities
Artists
- Laurent Delaunay
Institutions
- Bonhams
- Edouard Delaunay
Locations
- Hong Kong
- Burgundy