Post-auction summaries highlighting standout lots, price records, and market momentum.
A Historic Collection: Direct from the Cellars of the Berry & Rudd Families
A highly concentrated sale of family-owned stock achieved a near-perfect sell-through rate of 98.2%. The auction saw 46 lots set new price records, with significant premiums paid for Bordeaux and Vintage Port with impeccable provenance.
Curated Treasures: Finest Vintages from Distinguis
The Bonhams Curated Treasures auction achieved a high sell-through rate of 95% and totaled HKD 3,786,062.5 in sales. Notable performance from Domaine Leroy and rare vintage Bordeaux highlighted a session characterized by firm bidding within estimate ranges.
The Oasis Collection: No Reserve – French Fine Win
The Oasis Collection at Bonhams achieved a 100% sell-through rate for its 468 lots, primarily driven by Bordeaux and Rhône selections. While demand was consistent, nearly half of the lots sold below their initial estimates, signaling a highly price-sensitive buyer environment.
Fine and Rare Wines & Spirits Featuring a Library Collection of Screaming Eagle: New York Edition Online
Christie's January New York online auction achieved a robust 94.7% sell-through rate, led by significant interest in library collections and rare California cult wines. While many lots settled within estimates, 19 new price records were established across both Old and New World categories.
The Great American Whiskey Collection
Sotheby's achieved a 100% sell-through rate for The Great American Whiskey Collection, totaling $495,822 in sales. The auction was characterized by intense bidding, with over 91% of lots exceeding their high estimates.
2601D Fine & Rare Wines in the Studio, Delaware, January 23
The Zachys 2601D auction in Delaware concluded with a robust 93.4% sell-through rate and over $2 million in total sales. Notable performance was seen in ultra-premium Burgundy, particularly from Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, which secured several record-breaking results.
2512Da The Countdown Collection, Delaware, December 29
The Zachys Countdown Collection auction concluded with a high 95.6% sell-through rate and 125 record-breaking lots. Significant price deviations were observed in Spanish classics and flagship Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon.
2512ia zCollections, New York, December 9 - December 22
The Zachys zCollections New York auction concluded with a solid 85.7% sell-through rate and over $600,000 in total sales. A surge in demand for Château Rayas and notable breakouts in the Burgundy sector defined the final trading window of the year.
ACKER'S Dec 18, 2025 (US)
The December 18 auction at Acker Merrall Condit achieved a 100% sell-through rate, totaling $2,441,085 in sales. Notable performance included 33 record-setting lots and significant premiums for rare Burgundy and Napa Valley labels.
The Discovery Auction
The Discovery Auction at Berry Bros. & Rudd achieved a robust 92.8% sell-through rate, moving 618 of 666 lots. While average lot prices were lower than recent premium benchmarks, the sale highlighted significant record-breaking activity in Rhône and Loire selections.
ACKER'S Dec 5, 2025 (HK)
Acker Merrall Condit achieved a total of HKD 70,933,752 in its December 5 Hong Kong auction, selling every one of the 1,704 lots offered. The sale was characterized by significant breakout performances in mature Bordeaux and Burgundy, with 60 lots setting new price records.
ACKER'S Nov 21, 2025 (US)
Acker's November 2025 sale achieved a perfect 100% sell-through rate across 1,837 lots, totaling over $9.4 million. The auction was characterized by significant participation in the mid-to-high value segments with over 220 new price records established.
The Pomerol Trinity, First Growths & Burgundy
The Berry Bros. & Rudd October sale featured high-value Pomerol and Burgundy lots, achieving a 90.7% sell-through rate. While several records were set for Le Pin and Domaine Leflaive, the auction saw an equal balance of lots exceeding and falling short of their estimates.
A Classic Collection
The September 24 auction at Berry Bros. & Rudd achieved a 96% sell-through rate, realizing £998,010. While 53 lots set new price records, nearly 29% of lots sold below their initial low estimates.
Our Summer Auction
The Berry Bros. & Rudd Summer Auction concluded with a high 97.5% sell-through rate and 38 new price records. Significant performance was observed in mature Bordeaux and prestige Champagne, with the sale total exceeding historical medians by over 100%.
Seasonal Auction: Spring 2025
The Berry Bros. & Rudd Spring 2025 auction achieved a high sell-through rate of 98.8%, heavily driven by a dominant performance from Domaine Dujac. The sale realized #308,460 across 253 lots, reflecting a robust yet selective appetite for top-tier Burgundy.
From the Cellar of Ian Mill KC
The single-owner auction of Ian Mill KC's cellar achieved a 100% sell-through rate and 128 new price records. Notable strength was observed in California's Ridge Vineyards and select mature Bordeaux and Burgundy.