The final days of Summer weather are upon us. This means it is high time to enjoy some fine wine. Whether you want to enjoy some fine wine as a collector or an investor may largely depend on your pocketbook. It is well known that La Tache, Petrus, Margaux, Romanee Conti, Mouton Rothschild, Lafite Rothschild and others are among the top wines in the world. You are about to find out why.

Heritage Auctions is open for bidding on rare wine to toast Autumn with. Wine that is properly stored and protected from sunlight in a climate protected cellar can realize prices that are desired by any collector of rare aged alcohol. This auction should be viewed as a case study in names and ages of wine. Asset wine is a growing industry and the collector should be aware of estimates for these wines.

Collectors Dashboard evaluates collectibles as an alternative asset class. This means collectibles are attracting the same capital that could have been invested into stocks or bonds. Many collectibles now cost thousands of dollars (or much more). Collectors with a passion to own a collectible for years frequently have to compete directly against investors whose only desire is to make a profit in the future.

And don’t forget, the quality of the wine label will likely be a big driver of the prices.

Old does not mean valuable. Population and availability must be factored into understanding the estimates used by Heritage Auctions. Wine that would be most tempting to use and enjoy with a meal are the low reserve wines listed. Here are Heritage Auctions asset grade wines:

• Romanee Conti 2004 Domaine de la Romanee Conti (2) bottles Red Burgundy is estimated between $26,000.00 to $35,000.00.
• Sine Qua Non Syrah 2001 Double-Magnum (1) bottle US Syrah/Grenache is estimated between $26,000.00 to $35,000.00.
• Chateau Petrus 1989 Double Magnum (1) bottle Red Bordeaux is estimated between $24,000.00 to $32,500.00.
• Romanee Conti 1990 Domaine de la Romanee Conti (1) bottle Red Burgundy is estimated between $17,000.00 to $22,000.00.
• Romanee Conti 2005 Domaine de la Romanee Conti (1) bottle Red Burgundy is estimated between $16,000.00 to $21,000.00.

Here are ten other wines worthy of being a collectible that can be enjoyed or used for investment also included in this Heritage Auction:

• Chateau Margaux 2005 Margaux Imperial (1) bottle Red Bordeaux is estimated between $5,500.00 to $7,500.00.
• La Tache 2002 Domaine de la Romanee Conti (1) bottle Red Burgundy is estimated between $4,000.00 to $5,000.00.
• La Tache 2017 Domaine de la Romanee Conti (1) bottle Red Burgundy is estimated between $3,000.00 to $4,000.00.
• La Tache 2014 Domaine de la Romanee Conti (1) bottle Red Burgundy is estimated between $3,000.00 to $4,000.00.
• Romanee Conti 1976 Domaine de la Romanee Conti cuc, exposed cork (1) bottle Red Burgundy is estimated between $7,000.00 to $9,000.00.
• Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 2001 (1) bottle US Cabernets & Meritage is estimated between $3,250.00 to $4,250.00.
• Château Lafite Rothschild 1998 Pauillac (11) bottles Red Bordeaux is estimated between $6,500.00 to $8,500.00.
• Château Mouton Rothschild 2000 Pauillac (4) bottles Red Bordeaux is estimated between $6,000.00 to $8,000.00.
• Château Haut Brion 1989 Pessac-Léognan 2nl, different importers, 1 Riedel Stamp (4) bottles Red Bordeaux is estimated between $6,000.00 to $8,0000.00.
• Chateau Petrus 2005 Pomerol Different Importers (2) bottles Red Bordeaux is estimated between $5,500.00 to $7,500.00.

Collectors Dashboard will be following the realized prices from these sales. Collectors should be aware that asset grade wine requires care and storage to properly preserve the taste and value. We have also written on the importance of protecting the label and how much a damaged one can affect the realized value when sold.

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