Charity Auction Items Booklet V2.Indd
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CHARITY AUCTION LOTS SUMMARY 1. Chateau Palmer Margaux 1978 (2 x 750ml) 2. David & Nadia Elpidios 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017(x2) (6 x 750ml) 3. De Toren Z, 2 x Mixed Verticals 2 x 2006, 2007, 2008 2x(6 x 750ml) 4. Vin de Trois, 3 x Magnums produced by 3 rugby legends 1993 (3 x 1.5L) 5. Ledaig Dùsgadh 42 YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky (1 x 700ml) 6. David & Nadia Aristargos 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018(x2) (6 x 750ml) 7. Le Lude Cap Classique Experience for 4 Guests 8. Newton Johnson Family Vineyards Pinot Noir 2014 Jeraboam (1 x 5L) 9. Chateau Mouton / Kentridge art, signed (1 x 750ml) 10. Chateau Musar Collection 1979, 1989 & 1999 (3 x 750ml) 11. 40-year-old trio of Chateau Libertas Magnums 1979 (3 x 1.5L) 12. Tobermory 42 YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky (1 x 700ml) 13. Burgundy Collection: Remoissenet Vosne Romanee Les Malconsorts 1969, Remoissenet Beaune 1er Marconnets 1971 & Jacques Prieur Musigny 1989 (2 x 720ml, 1 x 750ml) 14. Chateau Pichon Lalande, Pauillac 1966 (3 x 730ml) 15. Cheval Blanc St Emilion 1971 (1 x 730ml) CHARITY AUCTION & BENEFICIARY A significant aspect and highlight of the annual Cape Fine & Rare Wine Auction is our chance to give back to our local communities by raising much needed funds for the incredible work and projects being carried out by charitable organisations within the Cape winelands. 2 This year, sp(i)eel, an art’s therapies collective that works throughout the greater Cape winelands has been selected as the 2019 beneficiary of the Charity Auction. Also the beneficiary in 2017, sp(i)eel has been selected again to ensure that they can continue the incredible, grass-roots work they are delivering to communities in our rural and urban settings. sp(i)eel runs psycho-social programmes for children, their parents and teachers with the aim to strengthen the emotional resilience of a person and to address intergenerational and complex trauma through the arts. They believe the arts offer the opportunity to connect with our true selves, to re-imagine possibilities for our futures and to transcend cultural and language barriers for a cohesive society. The 2019 Charity Auction will be conducted by highly regarded wine industry personality Michael Fridjhon. CHARITY AUCTION CONDITIONS OF SALE 1 Anyone can participate in the Charity Auction. If you do not have a paddle you may bid with a raised hand. 2. No split lots allowed. 3. All bids and final prices of products are exclusive of VAT. Value Added Tax will be added to the final purchase amount. 4. Should your bid be successful, you will be required to complete your details on a form presented to you immediately after the bidding has been concluded. 5. Payment for items must be made at the end of the Charity Auction. 6. Charity items purchased, other than barrels, must be collected when leaving. 7. Proof of payment must be shown in order to collect items purchased in the Charity Auction. 8. We do not endorse general container transportation or shipping and we cannot be held liable for any damage that occurs. 9. No co-loads will be allowed. The Charity Auction runs independently of the main Auction and items do not hold export documentation. 10. Once charity items are signed and paid for on Auction day, they become the responsibility of the buyer. 11. Due to the rarity of the Charity Auction items,they should be handled with care. www.spieel.org 3 CHARITY AUCTION ITEMS LOT 1 Estimated Value: R8,000 – R10,000 Chateau Palmer, Margaux 1978 2 x 750ml, donated by Libertas Vineyards & Estates Tabernacle The Chateau Palmer 1978 is a wine of legend. Produced on the Margaux estate regarded by many as a “super second” it has all the finesse associated with the appellation and the property, and all the depth you wold expect from the greatest vintage of the 1970s. Presented in a Wooden Case 4 LOT 2 Estimated Value: R4,000 David & Nadia Elpidios Vertical 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017(x2) 6 x 750ml, donated by David & Nadia Husband and wife team, David & Nadia, believe that wine is all about natural balance, purity and freshness. They work with various vineyards and like-minded farmers in the Swartland that share their vision. They focus on different soil types, mountain terrain and mainly bush vines. In the cellar they have a minimal intervention approach, it’s about the soil and vineyards after all. Their flagship red Elpidios, is one of the Swartland’s finest, a blend of Carignan, Syrah, Pinotage, Cinsaut and Grenache. It was blended to showcase the vintage at its best, working with the same seven Swartland vineyards, focusing on granite from the Paardeberg as the base of the blend. It also holds fruit from shale from Kasteelberg, iron rich soils from the Western Swartland and clay from north of Malmesbury. Presented in a Wooden Case www.davidnadia.com 5 LOT 3 Estimated Value: R18,000 De Toren Z Mixed Case Verticals 2006, 2007, 2008 (x2) 2 x 6 x 750ml, donated by De Toren Private Cellar De Toren Private Cellar, a boutique winery specialising in luxurious Bordeaux-style wines, is situated on the Polkadraai Hills, overlooking the picturesque Stellenbosch. In 2016, the South African Wine Index (SAWI) ranked De Toren as one of the ‘Top 10 Red Wine Producers in SA’. 2017 marked the estate’s second nomination as ‘New World Winery of the Year’, by the reputable USA publisher, Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Their range of spectacular wines have been awarded the honorary titles of ‘South Africa’s Best Bordeaux Blend’, ‘South Africa’s Most Luxurious Wine’, and ‘South Africa’s Top Wine’. De Toren’s iconic red blend, De Toren Z, is a combination of five Bordeaux varietals, dominated by Merlot. This highly reputable Right-Bank Bordeaux-style wine has been scoring above 90 points since its maiden vintage in 2004 and continues to accumulate accolades from all over the world. Part of the success is the meticulous process used for every vintage of the Z. The final assemblage of this blend is decided by a select panel, including winemakers, sommeliers, wine critics and enthusiasts. The result is a wine that is loved amongst many. In 2016, the South African Wine Index awarded this soft, approachable, ruby-hued beauty, Platinum Status. Achieving Platinum Status reconfirmed De Toren Z as one of South Africa’s Top Bordeaux Blends, rewarding the wine’s consistent achievements over the past decade. The grapes harvested during the 2006, 2007 & 2008 harvest, and the wine made from these seasons’ grapes, perfectly reflects the incredible vintages, respectively. The Lot includes 2 cases, which each contain 2 x 2006, 2 x 2007 & 2 x 2008, total 12 bottles. Presented in 2 x Wooden Cases 6 www.de-toren.com LOT 4 Estimated Value: R3,000 1993 Vin de Trois Magnums produced by 3 rugby legends: Jan Boland Coetzee, Jannie Engelbrecht & Hempies du Toit 3 x 1.5L, donated by Libertas Vineyards & Estates Tabernacle A superb blend reflecting the uniquely balanced characteristics if its three creators. Jan Boland Coetzee, Hempies du Toit and Jannie Engelbrecht, three of South Africa’s most famous Springbok Rugby players, have combined their wine-making skills to create this superb blend as a tribute to their mentor, Danie Craven. The wine reflects the personalities of the three men who brought it to life. Robust, yet smooth. Earthy, yet refined. Full-bodied, yet soft. Its perfectly balanced components compliment each other to produce a prominent yet well-rounded wine with a distinct and almost magical quality. Cabernet Sauvignon 60%, Shiraz 32%, Cabernet Franc 8% Presented in a Wooden Case 7 LOT 5 Estimated Value: R45,000 Ledaig Dùsgadh 42 YO Single Malt Scotch Whisky 1 x 700ml, donated by Distell This extraordinary and unique whisky is the oldest Ledaig bottled since the distillery reopened in 1972. Dùsgadh means ‘Awakening’ in Gaelic and it shares its birth with the first Ledaig distilled in 1972, making it the most significant whisky they created. However, this is only the beginning of Dùsgadh’s story. Distilled with peated barley, the inaugural run was laid to rest in hogsheads and butts in their warehouse on the Isle of Mull. This cherished liquid was then masterfully transferred into Olorosso sherry casks where for 14 years it blossomed to become the glorious Ledaig. Only 500 bottles were produced. Included in the box is a handcrafted copper memento cut from the now retired spirit stills that produced this original liquid. In 2024, it entitles the bearer to inherit a bottle of the last ever Ledaig (Ledaig Déanta) distilled in them, a personal reminder of their fabulous legacy. Tasting Notes: Colour: Chestnut Nose: Rich and complex, intense phenolic sherry aromas. Sooty smokiness, fragrant wood, toffee apple, briny with some sweet biscuit maltiness. Palate: Quite dry evolving to a rich smoky oloroso sherry character. Massive complex layers of dark chocolate, coffee and cherry liqueurs. Extremely smooth, well balanced with spicy ginger and black peppercorn overtones. Finish: Dry, smooth and spicy, satisfying and very long with a salty smoky tail. Presented in a Leather Case 8 www.tobermorydistillery.com LOT 6 Estimated Value: R4,000 David & Nadia Aristargos 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018(x2) 6 x 750ml, donated by David & Nadia David & Nadia is a family owned Swartland driven project and they focus on a spectrum of organic, old and dry land bush vine vineyards from different areas with different soil types throughout the Swartland, farmed by like-minded people. In the vineyard they aim for biological farming and in the cellar they work as natural as possible.