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Sotheby's New York auction 'Immortal Vintages | 200 Years of Bordeaux' features 250+ lots with $1M+ estimate

market-auction · 2026-04-21

On April 17, Sotheby's New York will conduct a live auction named 'Immortal Vintages | 200 Years of Bordeaux,' featuring more than 250 lots anticipated to exceed $1 million. This auction, originating from a single collector, reflects two hundred years of Bordeaux wine history and was curated by an individual with a creative background who began collecting in the 1980s. After participating in a vertical tasting of Château Margaux, he spent decades acquiring remarkable wines from both auctions and private collections. This carefully assembled collection embodies a personal journey that merges intellectual exploration with emotional engagement, focusing on not only the acquisition but also the appreciation of the finest wines.

Key facts

  • Auction titled 'Immortal Vintages | 200 Years of Bordeaux'
  • Scheduled for April 17 at Sotheby's New York
  • Single-owner sale with over 250 lots
  • Estimated to achieve over $1 million
  • Traces evolution of Bordeaux wine across two centuries
  • Collection assembled by a passionate collector with creative background
  • Collector's journey began in the 1980s after Château Margaux tasting
  • Wines sourced from auctions and private cellars over decades

Entities

Institutions

  • Sotheby's

Locations

  • New York
  • United States

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