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The July 2015 Internet-Only Auction Part 2

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Auction Ends: 7/16/2015 6:00:00 PM PDT

Lot #232. Grace Family Vineyards Cabernet Sauvignon Estate 1989

Description: Consists of 2 Bottles, 0.75L
Score: "These limited production gems certainly merit the hyperbole and accolades they receive. This wine is only available via the winery's mailing list, and I am sure there are more potential suitors than wine to be sold. Current production has dwindled, largely because much of the vineyard is in the process of being replanted due to the phylloxera scourge. For example, in 1995 only the upper block of the vineyard was in production. Only 75 cases will emerge from [the 1993] vintage, further ensuring a preposterously high price. In 1994 there are 175 cases. These beautifully made wines are among the finest Cabernets in California. I rarely report on them because they are, for all intents and purposes, unobtainable. Yet there is no doubting the high quality aspirations of the owner, and the skills exhibited by winemaking consultant Heidi Barrett in the production, aging, and bottling of these 100% Cabernet Sauvignon wines." Wine Advocate #108, Dec 1996
Notes: 1 nicked and 2 wine stained labels. Lightly scuffed capsules.
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Lot Location: Orange County
Estimate: $190

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