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from the depths of time Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has been Burgundy’s jewel in the crown for centuries. Its history, or more precisely, the history of its two most renowned vineyards, La Tâche and La Romanée-Conti, dates back to the 13th century, when the monks of the Abbaye de Saint-Vivant bought a few acres of Pinot Noir for their wine production. From this original monastic ownership passed into the hands of the Bourbon Prince of Conti, surviving Revolutionary dissolution, expanding with the Duvault-Blochet family, unto – at present – a company jointly-run by Aubert de Villaine and Henry-Frédéric Roch, the Domaine de la Romanée-Conti has forever imprinted its remarkable course on Burgundian wine history. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti – or DRC as often referred – has reached the ultimate status for many wine lovers, and every drop of every allocation is jealously cherished by those fortunate enough to own one. Why has DRC achieved such a legendary status ? Maybe simply because the wines are sooo good ! The location and quality of the vineyards, the extreme care and knowledge that they have benefited from over the centuries make these wines nothing less than sublime ! To put it in a nutshell (one could fill a book with enthusiastic praise…), the smallest tear poured into a tasting glass, plunges us into an unparalleled journey of perfection, concentration, precision and consistency. Needless to say, DRC is at the top of any serious wine collector’s dream list. For this very reason, we are thrilled to present “My DRC Valentine” Wine o’clock, and its unrivalled offering of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti wines which will surely captivate all seasoned Burgundy-lovers. From the temperature-controlled cellars of the Geneva Free Ports, where it has been stored since its original purchase from the Domaine, this exceptional private collection is a flawless selection of the iconic nectars produced in Vosne-Romanée from 1996 to 1999. Amongst other highlights offered in this auction, La Tâche 1996, Romanée-Conti & Richebourg 1997, La Tâche & Montrachet 1998, and Romanée-Conti, La Tâche & Richebourg 1999 (offered in their original wooden cases for the majority) will galvanize all Burgundy enthusiasts. “My DRC Valentine” Wine o’clock will start on Tuesday 14 th of February at 2pm on the dot. Be on time – it will go fast and us Swiss don’t mess with time ! Julie Carpentier, Wine Strategy Advisor
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lot 1
La Tâche — 1996 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
Two very slightly stained labels, otherwise very good appearance.
2 x 6 consecutive numbers.
12 bottles per lot 2 original six bottle wooden cases with Domaine seal bands (removed for inspection) CHF 20,000 — 35,000 ¤ 18,400 — 32,200
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
10
and are in bond.
lot 2
Richebourg — 1996 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
One very slightly marked label, otherwise very good appearance.
4 consecutive numbers.
4 bottles per lot Original eight bottle wooden case CHF 4,000 — 7,000 ¤ 3,680 — 6,440
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
12
and are in bond.
lot 3
Romanée-Conti — 1997 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
1 bottle per lot Neutral carton CHF 8,000 — 15,500 ¤ 7,360 — 14,260
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 4
La Tâche — 1997 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
2 consecutive numbers.
2 bottles per lot Neutral carton CHF 2,700 — 5,700 ¤ 2,484 — 5,244
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
16
and are in bond.
lot 5
Richebourg — 1997 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
3 consecutive numbers.
5 bottles per lot 1 original three bottle wooden case and 2 bottles in a neutral carton CHF 4,500 — 7,500 ¤ 4,140 — 6,900
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
18
and are in bond.
lot 6
Romanée-Saint-Vivant — 1997 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
2 consecutive numbers.
2 bottles per lot Neutral carton CHF 1,600 — 2,350 ¤ 1,472 — 2,162
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 7
La Tâche — 1998 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Beaune
6 consecutive numbers.
6 bottles per lot Original wooden case with Domaine seal bands (removed for inspection) CHF 10,000 — 17,500 ¤ 9,200 — 16,100
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 8
La Tâche — 1998 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
12 consecutive numbers.
12 bottles per lot 2 original six bottle wooden cases with Domaine seal bands (removed for inspection) CHF 20,000 — 35,000 ¤ 18,400 — 32,200
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 9
Richebourg — 1998 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
2 + 3 consecutive numbers.
5 bottles per lot Original six bottle wooden case CHF 4,200 — 5,700 ¤ 3,864 — 5,244
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 10
Montrachet — 1998 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
3 consecutive numbers.
3 bottles per lot Original three bottle wooden case CHF 7,000 — 14,500 ¤ 6,440 — 13,340
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 11
Romanée-Conti — 1999 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
5 consecutive numbers.
5 bottles per lot Original wooden case with ‘5B’ written on it. CHF 50,000 — 80,000 ¤ 46,000 — 73,600
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
30
and are in bond.
lot 12
La Tâche — 1999 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
6 consecutive numbers.
6 bottles per lot Original wooden case with Domaine seal bands (removed for inspection) CHF 17,500 — 25,000 ¤ 16,100 — 23,000
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
lot 13
La Tâche — 1999 Grand Cru Monopole, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
2 x 6 consecutive numbers.
12 bottles per lot 2 original six bottle wooden cases with Domaine seal bands (removed for inspection) CHF 35,000 — 50,000 ¤ 32,200 — 46,000
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
and are in bond.
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lot 14
Richebourg — 1999 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Nuits
2 x 6 consecutive numbers.
12 bottles per lot 2 original six bottle wooden cases with Domaine seal bands (removed for inspection) CHF 20,000 — 35,000 ¤ 18,400 — 32,200
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
and are in bond.
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lot 15
Montrachet — 1999 Grand Cru, Burgundy — Côte de Beaune
2 consecutive numbers.
2 bottles per lot Original six bottle wooden case CHF 6,000 — 13,500 ¤ 5,520 — 12,420
The
lots lie at the
‘Ports Francs
de
G enève’
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and are in bond.
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conditions of sale
4. ABSENTEE BIDDING
These conditions of sale govern the contractual relations between Baghera Wines Auction & Trading SA
If a customer is unable to participate at the auction online,
(“Baghera Wines”), the seller whose details are indicated
he still has the possibilty to leave absentee orders on
in the Sales Commission document (“Seller”), any partici-
Baghera Wines webiste prior to the sale.
pant in the auction or traded or over-the-counter, as well
Baghera Wines reserves the right in its sole discretion, to
as any bidder and the highest bidder, excluding contrac-
refuse bids from a buyer’s instructions in case the infor-
tual relations between Baghera Wines and the Seller.
mation and documents submitted as proof of identity, i.e.
In case of conflict between these conditions of pur-
the identity of the beneficial owner, should prove to be
chase and the terms and conditions of sale, the general
false, incomplete, ambiguous or inadequate.
terms and conditions of sale shall prevail. In the event of conflict between the English and French versions of these
5. TERMS OF AUCTION
purchase conditions, the French version (avalaible on
The bid steps decrease from high to low estimate of the
bagherawines.com) shall prevail. These purchase condi-
lot. All lots have 16 bid steps lasting for 10 seconds. The
tions can be modified at any time, in writing or orally dur-
first bidder to click at any step stops the sale of the con-
ing the sale. By participating in any capacity whatsoever in
cerned lot and wins the lot. There is no possibility to outbid
an auction or a private sale organised by Baghera Wines
this lot.
discretion, you agree to be bound by these conditions of
If no one bids on the lot and once the 10 seconds of the last
purchase.
step are passed the sale of the lot ends. Then the sale of the next lot begins. The lots are sold one at a time accord-
1. AUCTION PROCEDURE
ing to the catalogue order.
Baghera Wines organises only online sales called ‘Wine
The Seller as well as any person instructed by the former
o’Clock’. These sales are processed automatically.
cannot bid on their own lots.
2. BUYER
6. ESTIMATE
The first customer to click at any bid step (the “Buyer”)
The estimate of each lot is based on prices reached during
stops the sale of the concerned lot and wins the bid on the
previous auctions for similar lots. It is subject to change
lot of items (the “lot”).
and does not constitute any guarantee or indication of the actual final sale price. The estimate does not include costs
3. TRANSFER OF RISK AND PROPERTY
such as the buyer’s commission or VAT.
Once awarded to the Buyer, the risks and ownership of the
7. RESERVE PRICE
lot pass to the Buyer.
The reserve price is the confidential minimum price at
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which the Seller agrees to sell the Lot. If the reserve price
property at the pre-sale viewing, which can be attended
is not reached, Baghera Wines may reject the last bid
at no charge by appointment only (please contact
and set a new starting price equal to or above the reserve
office@bagherawines.com).
price. In case no bid matches or is above the reserve price,
Bidders accept responsibility for carrying out inspec-
Baghera Wines shall withdraw the lot without adjudging it
tions and investigations, during previewing, to satisfy
to anyone. Baghera Wines, however, reserves the right to
themselves as to the lots in which they may be interested.
organise a private sell after the auction, in which case the
Baghera Wines may also provide condition reports. The
price shall not be lower than the reserve price, subject to
absence of reference to the condition of a lot in the cata-
agreement by the Seller for a price below the reserve price.
logue description does not imply that the lot is free from faults or imperfections.
8. BUYER’S PREMIUM AND PRICES The buyer’s premium is 20% plus 8% Value added tax
11. NO WARRANTY
(VAT) on the hammer price and buyer’s premium. The
Baghera Wines only acts as agent to the Seller. The sale is
total amount of the hammer price of each of lot purchased,
passed directly between the Seller and the Buyer. Baghera
plus the buyer’s premium, plus VAT is the final price.
Wines shall not be responsible for any defects in the lots
This tax (VAT) is refunded to any buyer domiciled outside
nor do we guarantee the accuracy of the information con-
Switzerland if, but only if, Baghera Wines receives from
cerning the producer, origin, date, age, authenticity, prov-
such buyer an export declaration in respect of a purchased
enance, weight or condition of any Lot. None of Baghera
lot which has been stamped by Swiss customs.
Wines agents have authority to give any guarantees in this
Buyers from outside Switzerland should note that local
respect.
sales taxes or use taxes may become payable upon import
All statements made in catalogues, advertisements
of items following purchase. Buyers should obtain their
or brochures concerning Baghera Wines sales only
own advice in this regard.
express opinions and are no guarantee from Baghera Wines or the Seller. All persons concerned are expected
9. EXCHANGE RATES
to inquire before the auction, about the description
In some auctions, in order to ensure proper information
and condition and of the lots and of possible defects or
for the Buyer, a currency converter is made available.
possible damage or repairs which have been, or need to
The data displayed are provided for information only and
be, carried out.
Baghera Wines assumes no responsibility in this regard.
12. BIDDERS IDENTIFICATION 10. PRE-AUCTION VIEWING
Bidders who have not previously participated in a Baghera
Prospective buyers are encouraged to inspect the
Wines as a buyer or seller must register with Baghera
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Wines prior to the auction, or on the day of the sale, at
only acts as an agent on behalf and in the name of an third
least 30 minutes before the start of the sale at the place
party, acknowledged and accepted by Baghera Wines,
of sale.
and that the said party shall be solely responsible for pay-
Prospective buyers who would bid for the first time with
ment of the Price.
Baghera Wines are asked to provide the following documents, in order to register for the auction:
14. SALE RESULTS
• Individuals: government-issued photo identification
Results for entire sale are usually available the day fol-
(such as a driving licence, national identity card, or pass-
lowing each sale on our website at bagherawines.com.
port) and, if not shown on the ID document, proof of cur-
Baghera Wines cannot accept liability for any errors
rent address, for example a utility bill/bank statement.
or omissions, howsoever caused. Sellers should await
• Corporate clients: a photocopy of the company register.
their settlement statement as confirmation of any sold
• For other business structures such as trusts, offshore
proceeds.
companies or partnerships, please contact the Sale Administrator for advice on the information you should
15. PAYMENT OPTIONS AND DEADLINES
supply.
The price is payable in Swiss francs in the seven days fol-
• A financial reference in the form of a recent bank state-
lowing the sale. On the eighth day after the sale, interest at
ment or a reference from your bank.
the rate of 1% per month will be added to the amount due.
• Persons registering to bid on behalf of someone who
Payment can also be made in foreign currencies with
has not previously bid or consigned with Baghera Wines
legal-tender status if that amount can be converted into
should bring identification documents not only for them-
Swiss francs at the value date of payment. To avoid any
selves but also for the party on whose behalf they are
delay in releasing goods, prospective buyers should sup-
bidding, together with a signed letter of authorisation
ply bank references before the auction. Please include
from that party.
your name and invoice number with your instructions to
To allow sufficient time to process the information, new
the bank. Please note that we reserve the right to decline
clients are encouraged to register at least 48 hours in
payments received from anyone other than the buyer
advance of a sale.
of record and that clearance of such payments will be required. All expensive regarding bank transfer are at the
13. BIDDER RESPONSIBILITY
buyer’s charges.
When bidding, the person assumes personal account-
Payment can be made in cash, by credit card or charge
ability to pay the price and any other applicable taxes or
card (with extra fees) or by bank transfer to Fert &Cie (in
charges, unless it has been explicitly agreed in writing
charge of cashing for Baghera Wines) account at Credit
with Baghera Wines, prior to the auction, that the bidder
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be considered payment through direct deposit.
Please note that transactions in cash or by credit card may
In case of failure of the Buyer to pay the entire price of
in no case exceed CHF 99,999.
this deposit will be automatically collected and lot will be
Baghera Wines will accept American Express, Visa and
relisted by public auction or at a private auction or sale by
MasterCard to pay for invoices - A processing fee will
private treaty at the discretion of Baghera Wines.
apply. sible for payment to Baghera Wines. We will not accept
18. C OLLECTION, SHIPPING, IMPORTATION AND STORAGE
payments for purchased lots from any party other than
Please refer to the document ‘Collection, Shipment &
the buyer, unless otherwise agreed between the buyer
Storage’ available on Baghera Wines website. The lots lie
and Baghera Wines prior to the sale.
at the ‘Ports Francs de Genève’ and are in bond. For any
Goods can only be collected when payment has been
buyers outside Switzerland, a transit document will be
cleared.
needed to ship the wines. Destination VAT, excise duty,
The successful bidder during the auction is solely respon-
clearance charges are at the buyer’s charge and cannot
16. NON-PAYMENT
be cancelled or refunded by Baghera Wines. For buyers
In case of non payment by the Buyer within seven days of
inside Switzerland, excise duty and clearance charges
the sale, Baghera Wines shall try their best to carry out the
will be charged. VAT is already included in Baghera Wines
Seller’s instructions as to the next steps and help them,
invoice. Be informed that express shipping companies
when possible, to reach the price or if not, cancel the sale.
may refuse to issue transit documents, we strongly rec-
All damages are expressly reserved.
ommend to use a professional wine carrier. Buyers are
Notwithstanding the above, Baghera Wines expressly
reminded that Baghera wines accepts liability for loss or
reserves the right at its discretion and expense of the
damage to lots for a maximum period of thirty (30) days
Seller to accept special conditions of payment of the price,
after the date of the auction.
to take adequate measures for storage and / or lot insurance, to start or pursue any legal proceedings instituted
19. RIGHT OF RETENTION AND DELIVERY
by or against the Buyer on the terms and conditions that
In order to avoid any errors in the auction process, to
Baghera Wines considers appropriate, to take all nec-
ensure the payment of invoices and to proceed to – where
essary measures to recover the amounts owed by Buyer
necessary and in accordance with legal and regulatory
and, if possible, to return the lot to the Seller.
requirements – the required checks on the Buyer as well as the identity of the beneficial owner, no lot may be
17. PARTIAL PAYMENT
removed during the sale.
Any partial payment by the Buyer to Baghera Wines will
Baghera Wines is authorized to retain the lots until all
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amounts due to Baghera Wines have been paid in full or
a lot, after the auction, buyers should immediately inform
until the Buyer has performed all other obligations that
Baghera Wines and provide all documents backing such
Baghera Wines, at his discretion, considers due, including
doubts about the authenticity of the Lot.
anti money laundering and counter financing of terrorism
Baghera Wines will determine, in its sole discretion,
compliance.
whether the lot is genuine or not and may, in its sole
In case a buyer does not meet the aforementioned checks
discretion:
to the satisfaction of Baghera Wines, the company will
a) Submit the lot to an expert or a third party in order to
be entitled to cancel the sale and take any other action
determine the authenticity;
required or permitted by law. Shipping will take place after
b) N otify the Seller and collect his determinations;
reception of payment.
c) Cancel the sale and return the lot to the Seller, provided
20. NON-COLLECTION OR NON-DELIVERY
d) Cancel the sale, take over the Lot, repay all or part of the
that the Buyer is reimbursed; In case the Buyer, having fulfilled all its obligations
price to the Buyer and require the seller to reimburse
under these conditions of purchase, does not with-
the full amount.
draw or fails to take delivery of the Lot, Baghera
In all cases, the Buyer can obtain cancellation of the sale
Wines will be entitled to, upon notification to the
only if he is able to transfer the possession and ownership
Buyer, relist the lot by way of auction or private sale,
of the lot to the Seller and / or to Baghera Wines and pro-
in its sole discretion, and charge the Buyer the entire
vided that the lot has suffered absolutely no modification
storage costs, insurance and all other costs that may
or alteration since the time of the auction.
occur. Baghera Wines will have a right of retention on the
23. LIABILITY
lots until payment of all of these costs.
Any participant in the sale, in whatever capacity, namely
21. FALSE INFORMATION
as bidder, visitor or third party is responsible for any dam-
If the information or documents provided by the Buyer on
age, particularly to the lots exposed.
his identity or the identity of the beneficial owner prove to be false, incomplete, ambiguous or insufficient, Baghera
24. DATA PROTECTION
Wines may, in its sole discretion, cancel the sale. The Buyer
As required by law, or in connection with the supply of
will be responsible for all costs incurred.
auction and related services Baghera Wines may ask clients to provide personal data. Baghera Wines may take
22. I N CASE OF DOUBTS ABOUT THE AUTHENTICITY
and retain a copy of government-issued identification
In case there should be doubts about the authenticity of
personal data (i) to provide auction and related services;
such as a passport or driving license. We will use your
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(ii) to enforce these Conditions of Sale; (iii) to carry out
for their payment at the rate and on the date required by
identity and credit checks; (iv) to implement and improve
the competent administration.
the management and operations of our business and
(b) Severability provisions. If any provision of this agree-
(v) for other purposes set out in our Privacy Policy pub-
ment should be judged by a court to be invalid, illegal
lished on our website at bagherawines.com and availa-
or unenforceable, this provision may be waived and
ble on request by emailing office@bagherawines.com.
the rest of the Agreement will continue to be valid and
Sometimes, Baghera Wines may also disclose this infor-
enforceable.
mation to carefully selected third parties for their own
(c) Personal information. Without your express prior
marketing purposes. If you do not wish your details to be
refusal, we will allow keep your personal information and
used for this purpose, please email office@bagherawines.
may use it to inform you of our upcoming sales, services
com.
and events.
If the client provides Baghera Wines with information that
(d) Prohibition of Assignment. The Buyer may not assign
is defined by European data protection laws as “sensitive”,
any benefit and / or obligation under this agreement with
the client agrees that it may be used for the purposes set
Baghera Wines and / or the Seller without our prior writ-
out above.
ten permission.
In the course of these disclosures, personal data collected
(e) Applicable law and jurisdiction. All contractual rela-
in the European Economic Area may be disclosed to coun-
tions between the Purchaser, the Seller and Baghera
tries outside the European Economic Area. Although such
Wines are subject exclusively to Swiss domestic law, to the
countries may not have legislation that protects a client’s
exclusion of the rules on the conflict of laws (LDIP). Any
personal information, Baghera Wines shall take reasona-
dispute in connection with the contractual relationship
ble steps to keep such information secure and in accord-
shall be settled exclusively by arbitration in accordance
ance with European data protection principles. By agree-
with the Swiss Rules of International Arbitration of the
ing to these Conditions of Business, the client is agreeing
Swiss Chambers’ Arbitration Institution in force on the
to such disclosure.
date on which the Notice of Arbitration was submitted in
Baghera Wines premises may be subject to video surveil-
accordance with these Rules. The number of arbitrators
lance and recording. Telephone calls for telephone bidding
shall be one. The seat of arbitration shall be Geneva. The
purposes may also be recorded. We may process that
arbitration will be conducted in French, subject to a writ-
information in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
ten agreement for the use of another language.
25. MISCELLANEOUS (a) Taxes. If any taxes or rates are applicable to any amount paid by the Buyer, the latter is solely responsible
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