The auction week

A cellar of infinite horizons…

Nestled beneath the glitz and glamor of Monaco lies a remarkable wine cellar that defies conventional notions of a collector’s haven. This is the “Cellar of Width”, a repository of œnological treasures that spans the globe, offering a diverse and captivating array of vintages and varietals to the discerning connoisseur.

The provenance of this cellar’s collection is a testament to the dedication and meticulous curation of its owners. The majority of the Burgundy wines hail directly from the very domains that birthed these liquid gems. The cellar’s reach extends far beyond the borders of France, with a carefully curated selection from respected distributors and a small portion from the personal collections of well-known collectors, such as the renowned Chartreuse Tarragone, among which you will find 60s and 70s vintages.

The true essence of this cellar lies in its sheer breadth and diversity. Unlike traditional cellars that often focus on a singular region or varietal, this Monegasque Cellar encompasses an unparalleled range of wines from across the globe, including Burgundy, Bordeaux, Champagne, Rhône, Napa, Loire, Spain, Portugal, Ireland, Scotland, Japan, Jamaica, and Mexico. This expansive coverage transports the discerning palate on a journey of exploration, harking back to the heady days when wine enthusiasts would embark on a whirlwind of tastings, driven by an insatiable curiosity to discover new and exciting expressions of the grape.

This cellar is a sanctuary for the modern-day true wine explorer, the individual who seeks to expand their horizons beyond the well-trodden paths of the wine world. From our usual target as Domaine Leroy, Romanée-Saint-Vivant 2013, Romanée-Conti 2011, Krug Clos d’Ambonnay 1998, 13 vintages of Pétrus and Karuizawa to new candidates on our consignment such as Cayus, Eiselle, Azuse Claze and Mount Gay 1703, Kavalan Whisky and Rum in Guyama, this series of five auctions covers 37 champagne producers, 56 Châteaux, 70 Burgundy domains, more than 10 regions other than Burgundy and Bordeaux, and more than 32 appellations of wines and spirits. It offers a world of wines at your fingertips. 

The cellar is not merely a repository of wine; it is a gateway to the exploration of the wider world of spirits as well. The owners are excited to open the doors to an extensive collection of rare and exceptional distillates, inviting the curious to delve into the rich tapestry of the global spirits landscape.

In a world where the pursuit of the rare and the extraordinary has become the hallmark of the true connoisseur, this “Cellar of Width” stands as a beacon of exploration, a testament to the power of the human spirit to seek out the unexplored and the unexpected. Those who venture into its depths will be rewarded with a journey of discovery, an odyssey of the senses that will forever reshape their understanding and appreciation of the world of fine wines and spirits.