The Drinks Business
22 February 2021 By Lucy Shaw
The inaugural Napa Valley Library Wine Auction, which took place online from 11-20 February, has raised US$933,000 in proceeds.
Run by Zachys auction house, the auction attracted over 500 bidders from around the world, including bidders from 41 US states.
“This auction showcased the calibre of ageworthy wines Napa Valley is known for, and demonstrated that collectors around the world believe in the investment value of the Napa Valley name,” said Jeff Zacharia, president of Zachys.
Among the most popular lots to go under the hammer was a 15 magnum vertical of Shafer, which sold for US$42,000; three magnums of Screaming Eagle 2015, which went for US$40,000; and a 10 magnum vertical of Bryant Estate, which also sold for US$40,000.
Bidding Now Open on Rare Wines Offered in Napa Valley Library Wine Auction
2/11/2021 -
Saint Helena, CA – The Napa Valley Library Wine Auction opened today to a flurry of bidding from wine connoisseurs around the globe. The stunning collection of nearly 100 exclusive library wine lots was curated by the Napa Valley Vintners for its inaugural Direct from the Cellar: Napa Valley Library Wine Auction. Taking place February 11-20, the auction showcases Napa Valley’s excellence in winemaking.
“Buyers will be thrilled to find six decades of Napa Valley’s excellence in winemaking up for auction. Those who enjoy Napa Valley wines can experience first-hand the age-worthiness and quality that Napa Valley stands for through the incredible lots on offer,” said Stacey Dolan Capitani, VP of Marketing, Napa Valley Vintners.
From 11-20 February, nonprofit trade association Napa Valley Vintners has brought together a collection of nearly 100 exclusive library wine lots for its inaugural Direct from the Cellar: Napa Valley Library Wine Auction.
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