
what’s A White Glove sale? it’s when 100% of lots are sold
The mythical beast, the unicorn of the auction world, is the White Glove sale – when 100% of the lots in an auction are sold.
In February of this year we came close with 99.8% sold. However, we just surpassed that mark by achieving a completely sold-out auction in May. Meaning, 100% of all lots offered in our Fine Wine auction found buyers! Thank you to everyone who contributed to this success; sellers, buyers and supporters.
We were particularly pleased with the performance of the wines of the legendary Château Pétrus. With a wide variety of vintages on offer, many for long term cellaring, all of them had robust interest during the auction. Once again though, classed growth Bordeaux led the way with many lots recording as many as 20 bids.
For those of you interested in statistics, and we know many of you are, here are a few.
Auction Fun Facts
Total Lots Sold | 448 |
Total Lots Unsold | 0 |
Sold Percentage | 100% |
Average realised price above reserve | 117.7% |
Average realised price above low estimate | 67.5% |
Total Lots Sold Over Low Estimate | 376 |
Total Lots Sold Over High Estimate | 209 |
Total Bidders | 217 |
Total Bids | 4,152 |
Additional Highlights
Lot 116: CHÂTEAU PÉTRUS 2010 (1) |
$4,080 |
Lot 313: CHÂTEAU LE PIN 2000 (1) |
$4,200 |
Lot 300: CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 1993 (2) CHÂTEAU LAFITE ROTHSCHILD 1995 (1) |
$3,960 |
Lot 398: TENUTA DELL’ORNELLAIA MASSETO 2006 (3) |
$4,260 |
Lot 438: CHÂTEAU LÉOVILLE BARTON 2000 (9) |
$3,096 |
Lot 263: OPUS ONE 1993 (2 hf. bt.) OPUS ONE 2006 (2 hf. bt.) OPUS ONE 2010 (1) OPUS ONE 2011 (1) |
$2,796 |
Lot 349: DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU CHARMES-CHAMBERTIN 2012 (2) DOMAINE ARMAND ROUSSEAU CHARMES-CHAMBERTIN 2013 (1) |
$2,748 |
Consignment Opportunities for Our Fall Auctions
As much as we would like to bask in the glow of our past sale, we remain focused on gathering more great wines for our fall series of auction slated for September and November.
To consign in our upcoming fine wine or spirits auctions please visit our consignment page, or contact us by phone 416-504-9100 ext 1002 or by email [email protected].
The consignment deadline for our September auctions is July 20.
In the coming weeks we will be announcing some exciting news regarding a world class collection of Rare Scotch we look forward to offering this fall as well.
Until then, cheers!