Three Kings Crown 2025 In Glorious Fashion
Three Kings Crown 2025 In Glorious Fashion
Acker Holds Court with $5.6M in Sales
Delaware – February 10, 2025
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Three Top Lots in the February DE Auction:
Lot 55: 12 bottles 1998 Domaine Leroy Chambertin in OWC
Lot 541: 12 bottles 1978 G. Conterno Barolo Monfortino Riserva
Lot 334: 12 bottles 2002 Coche-Dury Corton Charlemagne
DELAWARE – FEBRUARY 10, 2025 – Acker’s inaugural U.S. auction of the 2025 season was nothing short of a royal affair, achieving a majestic $5.6 million in sales from just three distinguished and regal cellars. The extraordinary collections of “Three Kings” commanded global attention, drawing a diverse array of collectors to an online-only sale featuring world-class Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne and Italy’s finest.
For the first time in a very long time, Domaine de la Romanee Conti was notably absent from the Top Ten Lots. Burgundy still reigned supreme, with Domaine Leroy and d’Auvenay together commanding seventy percent of the list. Twelve bottles of 1998 Domaine Leroy Chambertin in its original wooden case claimed the top spot at $81,250. The second position resulted in a tie, with six bottles of 1996 H. Jayer Vosne Romanee Cros Parantoux and twelve bottles of 2002 Coche-Dury Corton Charlemagne each achieving $75,000. The only non-Burgundy to enter the King’s court was a case of 1978 G. Conterno Barolo Monfortino Riserva, securing fourth place at $52,500. Positions five through nine were dominated by d’Auvenay (Leroy), with two separate lots of three-bottle OWCs of 2007 Chevalier Montrachet and one lot of three bottles of 2011 Chevalier Montrachet, all realizing $50,000. Additionally, three bottles of 2013 d’Auvenay Batard Montrachet in OWC and three bottles of 2009 Chevalier Montrachet each reached $47,500. Rounding out the list was a six-bottle OWC of 1999 Domaine Leroy Romanee St. Vivant at $40,000.
"2025 is off to a thrilling start, and we’re just getting warmed up! The success of ‘Three Kings’ kicked off the year in spectacular fashion, with these three collections spanning an incredible range of fine wines," said Acker Chairman John Kapon. "Bidders were energetic and showed up online from all corners of the world to join this regal celebration. The American market continues to rule the fine wine market, but we’re already gearing up for what’s next: a Hong Kong auction on February 22 to ring in the Year of the Snake, followed by our epic La Paulée auction on March 6 & 8, featuring direct consignments from some of Burgundy’s top Domaines, more than a week’s worth of incredible wine events on both coasts in conjunction with La Paulée, and the final offering from the legendary cellar of Martine Saunier. I am saddened to inform everyone that Martine passed away on Sunday, just weeks after celebrating her 91st birthday. She was a true Grande Dame, and we look forward to celebrating her amazing life in the weeks leading up to her final auction on March 8th.”
Acker’s auction season continues with a Hong Kong sale on February 22, and the La Paulée auction in the US on March 6 & 8. Consignments are now being accepted for April auctions, with weekly web auction deadlines every Friday. For more information, email [email protected]..
Highlights from the "Three Kings" Delaware Auction
LOT | QTY | WINE | PRICE (USD) |
11 | 3 Btls | 2015 A. Rousseau Chambertin Clos de Beze | $9,375 |
20 | 6 Btls | 2005 DRC Grands Echezeaux in OWC | $20,000 |
24 | 1 Mag | 1969 DRC La Tache | $22,500 |
30 | 2 Btls | 1990 DRC La Tache | $15,000 |
36 | 6 Btls | 2009 DRC Richebourg in OWC | $21,250 |
38 | 6 Btls | 2016 DRC Richebourg in banded OWC | $20,000 |
39 | 1 Btl | 1985 DRC Romanee Conti | $17,500 |
41 | 2 Btls | 2010 DRC Romanee Conti | $37,500 |
42 | 1 Btl | 2015 DRC Romanee Conti in OWC | $20,000 |
52 | 6 Btls | 2019 DRC Romanee St. Vivant in banded OWC | $17,500 |
54 | 3 Btls | 1996 Domaine Leroy Chambertin | $22,500 |
55 | 12 Btls | 1998 Domaine Leroy Chambertin in OWC | $81,250 |
56 | 2 Btls | 2002 Domaine Leroy Clos de la Roche | $11,875 |
60 | 3 Btls | 1993 Domaine Leroy Richebourg | $21,250 |
63 | 3 Btls | 2001 Domaine Leroy Richebourg | $22,500 |
67 | 6 Btls | 1999 Domaine Leroy Romanee St. Vivant in OWC | $40,000 |
74 | 1 Mag | 1989 H. Jayer Vosne Romanee Cros Parantoux | $30,000 |
76 | 6 Btls | 1996 H. Jayer Vosne Romanee Cros Parantoux | $75,000 |
80 | 1 Btl | 2014 D'Auvenay (Leroy) Batard Montrachet | $17,500 |
81 | 3 Btls | 2007 D'Auvenay (Leroy) Chevalier Montrachet in OWC | $50,000 |
84 | 3 Btls | 2011 D'Auvenay (Leroy) Chevalier Montrachet | $50,000 |
89 | 3 Btls | 2007 D'Auvenay (Leroy) Meursault Les Gouttes d'Or in OWC | $32,500 |
92 | 3 Btls | 2007 D'Auvenay (Leroy) Puligny Montrachet Folatieres in OWC | $22,500 |
93 | 1 Btl | 1990 J.L. Chave Ermitage Cuvee Cathelin in OWC | $11,250 |
94 | 1 Btl | 1991 J.L. Chave Ermitage Cuvee Cathelin in OWC | $12,500 |
103 | 3 Btls | 1985 Dom Perignon P3 | $10,625 |
108 | 2 Dbl Mags | 2005 Chateau Beychevelle in OWC | $1,500 |
112A | 1 Dbl Mag | 1971 Chateau Cheval Blanc | $2,000 |
116 | 2 Mags | 1982 Chateau La Conseillante | $1,750 |
119 | 3 Btls | 1975 Chateau La Mission Haut Brion | $2,750 |
137 | 12 Btls | 2000 Chateau Mouton Rothschild in OWC | $18,750 |
139 | 12 Btls | 1975 Chateau Petrus in OWC | $20,000 |
164 | 3 Btls | 1983 A. Rousseau Chambertin | $10,000 |
178 | 12 Btls | 1978 Bonneau du Martray Corton | $8,125 |
192 | 2 Mags | 1978 Chateau de la Tour Clos Vougeot | $3,500 |
196 | 1 Mag | 1980 Clair Dau Bonnes Mares | $2,750 |
203 | 6 Btls | 1971 Comte de Vogue Musigny Vieilles Vignes | $18,750 |
221 | 4 Btls | 1985 DRC Richebourg | $22,500 |
224 | 2 Mags | 1971 DRC Romanee St. Vivant | $30,000 |
242 | 3 Btls | 1990 Dujac Clos de la Roche | $20,000 |
258 | 1 Mag | 1985 H. Jayer Vosne Romanee Les Brulees | $17,500 |
267 | 6 Btls | 1999 J. Roty Charmes Chambertin Cuvee de Tres Vieilles Vignes | $4,375 |
282 | 2 Btls | 1985 L. Jadot Musigny | $2,250 |
307 | 1 Btl | 1972 Ponsot Clos de la Roche Vieilles Vignes | $1,500 |
334 | 12 Btls | 2002 Coche Dury Corton Charlemagne | $75,000 |
334A | 3 Btls | 1995 Coche-Dury Meursault Perrieres | $16,250 |
351 | 12 Btls | 2002 Domaine Leflaive Batard Montrachet in OWC | $13,750 |
362 | 12 Btls | 1996 Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet | $25,000 |
363 | 1 Meth | 2000 Domaine Leflaive Chevalier Montrachet in OWC | $12,500 |
421D | 12 Btls | 2002 Pierre-Yves Colin Morey Chevalier Montrachet in OWC | $10,625 |
425 | 6 Btls | 2002 Pierre-Yves Colin Morey Montrachet in OWC | $15,000 |
426 | 6 Btls | 2004 Pierre-Yves Colin Morey Montrachet in OWC | $12,500 |
431 | 1 Mag | 1992 Ramonet Batard Montrachet | $10,000 |
432 | 6 Btls | 1996 Ramonet Batard Montrachet | $11,875 |
435 | 5 Btls | 1985 Ramonet Montrachet | $27,500 |
436 | 1 Mag | 1990 Ramonet Montrachet | $11,250 |
437 | 1 Mag | 1992 Ramonet Montrachet | $16,250 |
467 | 3 Btls | 1976 Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape | $5,250 |
468 | 3 Btls | 1990 Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape | $8,125 |
506 | 2 Mags | 1978 J.L. Chave Hermitage | $18,750 |
507 | 12 Btls | 1981 J.L. Chave Hermitage | $8,125 |
541 | 12 Btls | 1978 G. Conterno Barolo Monfortino Riserva | $52,500 |
569 | 6 Btls | 1997 Joseph Phelps Insignia | $2,375 |
574 | 3 Btls | 1990 Chateau Cheval Blanc | $3,500 |
580 | 1 Btl | 1959 Chateau Palmer | $2,375 |
708 | 2 Btls | 1999 Dujac Clos de la Roche | $5,250 |
752 | 3 Mags | 2015 Duroche Latricieres Chambertin in OWC | $3,250 |
753 | 1 Jero | 2015 Duroche Latricieres Chambertin in OWC | $2,125 |
777 | 10 Btls | 2001 G. Roumier Bonnes Mares | $16,250 |
778 | 4 Btls | 2002 G. Roumier Bonnes Mares | $10,000 |
781 | 12 Btls | 2005 G. Roumier Bonnes Mares | $21,250 |
809 | 2 Btls | 2010 Hudelot Noellat Richebourg | $2,000 |
833 | 6 Btls | 2015 J. Drouhin Musigny in OCB | $6,000 |
888 | 6 Btls | 1999 Domaine Leflaive Batard Montrachet | $9,375 |
895 | 3 Btls | 2017 Domaine Leflaive Batard Montrachet in OWC | $4,000 |
928 | 2 Btls | 1992 L. Carillon Bienvenue Batard Montrachet | $2,750 |
969 | 6 Btls | 1995 Chateau Rayas Chateauneuf du Pape | $9,375 |
1037 | 1 Mag | 2003 Krug Clos du Mesnil in OWC | $3,250 |
1067 | 2 Btls | 1982 Salon Le Mesnil | $3,750 |
1069 | 6 Btls | 1996 Salon Le Mesnil in OWC | $8,125 |
1101 | 12 Btls | 2015 G. Conterno Barolo Arione in OCB | $3,000 |
1123 | 3 Mags | 2004 Roagna Barbaresco Crichet Paje in banded OWC | $4,375 |
1125 | 3 Mags | 2008 Roagna Barbaresco Crichet Paje in banded OWC | $4,375 |
1140 | 2 Btls | 1962 Vega Sicilia Unico | $4,375 |