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The July 2021 Auction: Part 5

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Auction Ends: 7/29/2021 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #48. Certan de May 1981

Description: Consists of 4 Bottles, 0.75L
Region: France, Bordeaux, Pomerol.
Score: 95 WS.
"Ties for first place in this vintage. A blockbuster, yet harmonious. Great dark color with layers of chocolate, olive, berry flavor. Full bodied and tannic but very velvety. Drinkable now or hold for as long as you like." WineSpectator.com, Oct 1994
Provenance: The Aquamarine Cellar
Notes: 2 Very top shoulder, 2 top shoulder, 1 lightly torn capsule, damp stained, faded, glue stained, 2 nicked labels.
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Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $275

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