BONHAMS UNVEILS EXCEPTIONAL WHISKY SALE IN HONG KONG THIS MAY

Unique Yamazaki Whiskies Exclusively Blended For

Famed Kyoto Michelin-Star Chef Kenichi Hashimoto

A set of Yamazaki Genmu and Hitomi (4 bottles). Estimate: HK$300,000 – 500,000 (From left) Yamazaki-Green Hitomi, Yamazaki-1991-Black Hitomi-Cask #1S70427, Yamazaki-Genmu, Yamazaki-Genmu Premium Red Edition

16 May 2024 | HONG KONG

Finest and Rarest Whisky (5pm)

Hong Kong – Bonhams is set to kick off its spring sales season in Hong Kong with two exciting auctions – Finest and Rarest Whisky to be held on 16 May 2024. Taking centre stage at the Finest and Rarest Whisky sale is a set of Yamazaki Genmu and Hitomi (HK$300,000 – 500,000), exclusively blended for Michelin-star chef Kenichi Hashimoto by Seiichi Koshimizu, former Suntory’s chief blender.

“This season, we have curated exceptional auctions in Hong Kong, highlighting the remarkable diversity and depth of our spirit offerings,” said Amayès Aouli, Bonhams Global Head of Wine and Spirits.

“The spotlight of our whisky sale is on the unique Yamazaki Genmu and Hitomi set, including the ultra-rare Genmu Premium Red Edition. An epitome of culinary and whisky craftsmanship, they are not only masterworks by two connoisseurs of taste, but also embodiment of a close bond and admiration between Hashimoto and Koshimizu.” 

FINEST AND RAREST WHISKY

Four bottles of Yamazaki-Green Hitomi, Yamazaki-1991-Black Hitomi-Cask #1S70427, Yamazaki-Genmu, Yamazaki-Genmu Premium Red Edition will be auctioned as a set for the first time, carrying an estimate of HK$300,000 – 500,000.

A Fusion of Refined Palates

Kenichi Hashimoto, owner and chef of the famed Michelin-star Kaiseki restaurant Ryozanpaku in Kyoto, Japan, and Seiichi Koshimizu, former Suntory’s chief blender, have shared a close friendship for years. Thanks to a gift from Koshimizu, Hashimoto was introduced to the captivating world of whisky, which led him to embark on the creation of Whisky Kaiseki—an exquisite fusion of Japanese whisky and cuisine. So exquisite is his culinary sensibility that, as soon as Hashimoto began his tasting journey, he discovered an extraordinary and distinctive mix of flavours with Sherry and Mizunara casks. Mesmerised, Hashimoto approached Koshimizu with a request. Despite nearing retirement, the legendary master blender was so inspired that he decided to craft a unique Japanese whisky exclusively for his friend, resulting in the creation of Yamazaki Hitomi. This victorious collaboration prompted Hashimoto and Koshimizu to explore new horizons, culminating in the birth of Genmu Premium Red Edition in 2012. Limited to a release of just 40 bottles, it features a blend of six handpicked, extremely rare Yamazaki single malts. 

Japanese whisky highlights:

• A set of Yamazaki Genmu and Hitomi (4 bottles). Estimate: HK$300,000 – 500,000
• Karuizawa-29 year old-#8897-Aika Geisha; Karuizawa-30 year old-#5347-Aika Geisha, a set of 2 bottles. Estimate: HK$250,000 – 350,000
• Yamazaki-1984-The Peninsula-#WM0044. Estimate: HK$120,000 – 160,000

In addition, the sale also features an exciting array of Scotch whisky:

• The Macallan-72 year old-Genesis in Lalique. Estimate HK$380,000 – 580,000

• Johnnie Walker 1805-The Celebration Blend. Estimate: HK$80,000 – 120,000

 Bonhams Hong Kong Saleroom, 20/F, One Pacific Place, Admiralty, Hong Kong 

Upcoming Wine & Spirits Sales Worldwide 

16 May | Finest and Rarest Whisky (Hong Kong)

20-29 May | Finest Whisky and Spirits (Scotland)

3-13 June | Rare Spirits (US)

21 June-3 July | Finest Whisky and Spirits (France)

About The Bonhams Network

Bonhams is a global network of auction houses, with the largest number of international salerooms, offering the widest range of collecting categories and selling at all price points. Bonhams is recognised for its bespoke service, and a dedication to local market relationships, enhanced by a global platform. With 14 salerooms, Bonhams presents over 1,000 sales annually, across more than 60 specialist categories, including fine art, collectables, luxury, wine & spirits, and collector cars.

Founded in 1793, Bonhams has representatives in more than 30 countries and operates flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong. In 2022, Bonhams added four international auction houses to its network: Bukowskis, Stockholm; Bruun Rasmussen, Copenhagen; Cornette de Saint Cyr, Paris and Brussels; and Skinner, Massachusetts. The success of Bonhams’ global strategy is a result of recognising the shift in growing intercontinental buying and increased digital engagement. More information here.

In 2023, Bonhams achieved 14% growth with $1.14 billion in turnover. Recent important auctions and landmark single-owner collections, include the white glove sales of Sir Michael Caine: The Personal Collection, Alain Delon: Sixty Years of Passion; Sir Roger Moore: The Personal Collection; Personal Property of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and The Robert & Jean-Pierre Rousset Collection of Asian Art: A Century of Collecting. Other notable single-owner sales included The Estate of Barbara Walters: American Icon; The Alan and Simone Hartman Collection; The Crown Auction: Props and Costumes and The Claude de Marteau Collection.

Top lots for 2023 include 1967 Ferrari 412P Berlinetta, Sold at Quail Lodge, US for US$30,255,000. Tipu Sultan’s Bedchamber Sword (sold in London for £14m – a world record for both an Islamic and an Indian object); Paul Signac (1863-1935), Sisteron, 1902. Sold for US$8,580,000 (estimate US$4-6 million), and Claude Monet (1840-1926), La Seine près de Giverny, 1888. Sold for US$6,352,500 (estimate US$4-6m), both from the Alan and Simone Hartman Collection; A Gilt Copper Alloy figure of Virupaksha, Central Tibet, Densatil Monastery, Early 15th century. Sold for HK$37.9m (£4,060,326) in Hong Kong. Yoshitomo Nara (born 1959) Three Stars. Sold for HK$36,754,000 (£3,930,914), also in Hong Kong.

More information and highlights can be found HERE

For a full list of forthcoming auctions, plus details of Bonhams specialist departments, please visit bonhams.com

Our April auction ENDS TONIGHT!

Place your bids until 3pm (BST) Sunday 28^th April 2024.

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Every month, we present an incredible selection of whiskies and other fine spirits to our members right across the globe. You will find everything here from limited edition releases and vintage bottles to whole casks of rare whisky. There is certainly something for everyone – whether you are looking to collect, invest or enjoy!

Karuizawa – 31 Year Old (Murasaki Geisha)

Macallan – 1952 (Campbell, Hope & King) Rinadli Import (75cl)

Brora – 35 Year Old (2013 Release)

Chichibu – 2013 (Single Cask #2601) Fifty Two Seats Of Happiness

Port Ellen – 22 Year Old (1979) 1st Release

Selling whisky? Why not arrange the pick-up of your bottles using our global courier service? If you’re based in Scotland, you might want to arrange the personal collection of your bottles. Wherever you’re based in the world, we will make getting your bottles into our monthly auction as simple as possible. Get in touch with the Whisky Hammer team now by dropping them a message at sales@whiskyhammer.com.

April 2024 // 26.04 – 06.05.2024

Now Live: April Auction

A warm welcome to our April auction. Featuring thousands of rare whiskies and fine spirits, this is a unique opportunity to bid on some of the world’s most sought-after bottles.

We have legendary vintages from pioneering independent bottlers, grandeur aplenty from established distilleries and unique and experimental drams from the hottest names in the whisky industry right now.

Yamazaki 55 Year Old 2021

Ben Nevis 1926 Single Cask 63 Year Old #322 / One of 96

Colonel E.H. Taylor Warehouse C Tornado Surviving

Early Aberlour Bottlings

Whisky Fair

The Macallan 1926, featuring the Valerio Adami label, set a new auction record for any bottle of whisky or wine ever sold, achieving $2.7 million

NEW YORK, April 2024 — Today, Sotheby’s Wine is pleased to share our 2023 Wine & Spirits Market Report, offering a comprehensive review and analysis of our global auction and retail sales. The report features what we believe are the most interesting developments in our Wine & Spirits business, illustrating changes in sales categories, insight into where demand is coming from, top producers, and other captivating trends

Last year, Sotheby’s annual worldwide auction sales of Wine & Spirits achieved a record total of $159 million, surpassing last year’s high of $158 million.

Notably, the number of auctions held worldwide increased for the fourth consecutive year, doubling pre-pandemic levels with a +17% increase of lots offered year-over-year.

Last year was also a critical year for new talent across both auction and retail with two important additions to the global team: Nick Pegna was appointed Global Head of Wine & Spirits and Vanessa Conlin was appointed Global Head of Wine Retail, both bringing an expanded number of roles across the global team.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

• Auction sales reached a new high for the third year in a row, achieving $159 million
• In November, Sotheby’s Wine & Spirits achieved the Highest Grossing Week of Wine & Spirits sales ever staged by any auction house, realizing a combined total of $50 million across three regions within the same week
• The Macallan 1926, featuring the Valerio Adami label, set a new auction record for any bottle of whisky or wine ever sold, achieving $2.7 million
• Sotheby’s remains the undisputed global leader in Single-Owner auctions, surpassing $100 million in Single-Owner sales for the first time
• The first tranche of the world’s most important and valuable wine collection ever to come to market was offered with The Epicurean’s Atlas: The Encyclopaedic Cellar in Hong Kong
• Sotheby’s remains the market leader in Asia for wine and spirits auctions, and held inaugural auctions in Shanghai and Singapore
• Charity auctions raised nearly $40 million for philanthropic causes, including for the 163rd Hospices de Beaune auction and second Distillers One of One auction
• U.S. buyers were the strongest bidders by country in wine and spirits auctions, while Asia remained the leading market overall
• 19 Scotch whisky distillery records were set in one auction alone, with Distillers One of One
• In response to a global demand for fine wine available at retail, Sotheby’s opened a wine boutique in Zurich

About Sotheby’s

Established in 1744, Sotheby’s is the world’s premier destination for art and luxury. Sotheby’s promotes access to and ownership of exceptional art and luxury objects through auctions and buy-now channels including private sales, e-commerce and retail. Our trusted global marketplace is supported by an industry-leading technology platform and a network of specialists spanning 40 countries and 70 categories which include Contemporary Art, Modern and Impressionist Art, Old Masters, Chinese Works of Art, Jewelry, Watches, Wine and Spirits, and Design, as well as collectible cars and real estate. Sotheby’s believes in the transformative power of art and culture and is committed to making our industries more inclusive, sustainable and collaborative.

About Sotheby’s Wine

Sotheby’s Wine’s annual worldwide auction sales of wine and spirits achieved a record total of $159 million in 2023, surpassing the previous record total of $158 million in 2022. Sotheby’s currently holds the world records for any whisky collection ever sold at auction, any private wine collection ever sold at auction, the most valuable bottle of wine ever sold at auction and the most valuable bottle of spirits ever sold at auction, in addition to the highest ever total for a charity wine auction.

In addition to auction, Sotheby’s Wine launched a retail business in 2010. With a retail store located in Sotheby’s New York headquarters and e-commerce at www.sothebyswine.com, Sotheby’s Wine offers a carefully curated selection of wines from the world’s most prestigious producers and important regions. Expertly assembled by our experienced specialists, the selection is built upon lasting relationships with winemakers from across the globe, with bottles that are ready for immediate consumption, in addition to investment-worthy wines from highly sought-after vintages. A second retail location opened in Sotheby’s Hong Kong galleries in 2014.

 *Estimates do not include buyer’s premium. Prices achieved include the hammer price plus buyer’s premium and are net of any fees paid to the purchaser where the purchaser provided an irrevocable bid.

Stream live auctions and place bids in real time, discover the value of a work of art, browse sale catalogues, view original content and more at sothebys.com, and by downloading Sotheby’s apps for iOS and Android.

Our April auction is now LIVE!

Place your bids from 7pm (BST) Friday 19th April until 3pm (BST) Sunday 28^th April 2024.

www.whiskyhammer.com

Every month, we present an incredible selection of whiskies and other fine spirits to our members right across the globe. You will find everything here from limited edition releases and vintage bottles to whole casks of rare whisky. There is certainly something for everyone – whether you are looking to collect, invest or enjoy!

Karuizawa – 31 Year Old (Murasaki Geisha)

Macallan – 1952 (Campbell, Hope & King) Rinadli Import (75cl)

Brora – 35 Year Old (2013 Release)

Chichibu – 2013 (Single Cask #2601) Fifty Two Seats Of Happiness

Port Ellen – 22 Year Old (1979) 1st Release

Selling whisky? Why not arrange the pick-up of your bottles using our global courier service? If you’re based in Scotland, you might want to arrange the personal collection of your bottles. Wherever you’re based in the world, we will make getting your bottles into our monthly auction as simple as possible. Get in touch with the Whisky Hammer team now by dropping them a message at sales@whiskyhammer.com.

APRIL 2024 AUCTION ENDS TOMORROW EVENING!

Not long now! There is still time to bid on your favourite bottles, including three vintage bottlings from Balblair Distillery, distilled in 1979, 1988 and 1989 respectively.

Or, how about bottle #1 of this 1975 First Cask 24 Years Old Royal Brackla, drawn from a single cask.

Next up, we have a rare bottling from Port Ellen, distilled in 1982 at Cask Strength in 2007 for Banff gift shop ‘Parker’s. Bottle number 189 of only 220 bottles produced.

How about this wonderful expression of Banff, a closed coastal distillery. Distilled in 1978 then bottled 18 years later at Natural Cask Strength by Signatory, for their Silent Stills label.

There are two cracking bottles of old school Oban Manager’s Drams in our live April auction, including the 16 Years Old 200^th Anniversary bottling.

Now for something completely different! We don’t usually sell memorabilia but we couldn’t resist these two fantastic vintage stencils from Mortlach and Pittyvaich distilleries; we wanted to give you the opportunity to own an important piece of whisky history.

These are only a few of the bottles in our April auction, to view more cracking drams visit clickwhiskyauctions.com. Register to bid. Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it! Auction ends TOMORROW! (Sunday 21st April) from 8pm GMT.

IMPORTANT COLLECTION AT BONHAMS SKINNER IN APRIL

Six 750ml bottles of the Springbank Millenium Collection, estimated at $36,000 – 48,000. 

Boston – Bonhams Skinner’s Fine Wine and Rare Spirits department will present two sales in April that feature important collections from experts in their respective fields – Josh Raynolds, esteemed Wine Critic, and Joseph Congiusti, renowned international spirits authority and longtime Chicago retailer.

Rarest Spirits

April 8 – 18

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One 750ml bottle of Bowmore Black Bowmore 1993, estimated at $10,000 – 15,000.

A collection of spirits from Joseph Congiusti (1950-2004), renowned international spirits authority and longtime Chicago retailer, will highlight the Rarest Spirits sale from April 8 – 18. During his 40-year career, Congiusti, known to his customers as Joe C., worked in many aspects of the liquor retail business and established an outstanding reputation with producers, wholesalers, suppliers and customers throughout the world. He was responsible for introducing and educating many consumers in the Chicago area about single malts in the early 1980s, building a demand, and then later in the decade, selecting and bottling casks of single malts. The offerings from the collection are highlighted by six bottles from the Springbank Millenium Collection, estimated at $36,000 – 48,000, as well as bottles of Bowmore ‘Black Bowmore’ from 1993, 1994 and the 1995 Final Edition, each estimated at $10,000 – 15,000.

About The Bonhams Network

Bonhams is a global network of auction houses, with the largest number of international salerooms, offering the widest range of collecting categories and selling at all price points. Bonhams is recognised for its bespoke service, and a dedication to local market relationships, enhanced by a global platform. With 14 salerooms, Bonhams presents over 1,000 sales annually, across more than 60 specialist categories, including fine art, collectables, luxury, wine & spirits, and collector cars.

Founded in 1793, Bonhams has representatives in more than 30 countries and operates flagship salerooms in London, New York, Paris, Los Angeles, and Hong Kong. In 2022, Bonhams added four international auction houses to its network: Bukowskis, Stockholm; Bruun Rasmussen, Copenhagen; Cornette de Saint Cyr, Paris and Brussels; and Skinner, Massachusetts. The success of Bonhams’ global strategy is a result of recognising the shift in growing intercontinental buying and increased digital engagement. More information here.

Recent important auctions and landmark single-owner collections, include the white glove sales of Sir Michael Caine: The Personal Collection, Alain Delon: Sixty Years of Passion; Sir Roger Moore: The Personal Collection; Personal Property of Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg and The Robert & Jean-Pierre Rousset Collection of Asian Art: A Century of Collecting. Other notable single-owner sales included The Estate of Barbara Walters: American Icon; The Alan and Simone Hartman Collection; The Crown Auction: Props and Costumes and The Claude de Marteau Collection.

Top lots for 2023 include 1967 Ferrari 412P Berlinetta, Sold at Quail Lodge, US for US$30,255,000. Tipu Sultan’s Bedchamber Sword (sold in London for £14m – a world record for both an Islamic and an Indian object); Paul Signac (1863-1935), Sisteron, 1902. Sold for US$8,580,000 (estimate US$4-6 million), and Claude Monet (1840-1926), La Seine près de Giverny, 1888. Sold for US$6,352,500 (estimate US$4-6m), both from the Alan and Simone Hartman Collection; A Gilt Copper Alloy figure of Virupaksha, Central Tibet, Densatil Monastery, Early 15th century. Sold for HK$37.9m (£4,060,326) in Hong Kong. Yoshitomo Nara (born 1959) Three Stars. Sold for HK$36,754,000 (£3,930,914), also in Hong Kong.

More information and highlights can be found HERE

For a full list of forthcoming auctions, plus details of Bonhams specialist departments, please visit bonhams.com

Our April 2024 collection schedule has been finalised. Please click HERE to see the list of dates, locations and to register your interest in the  collection service.

The deadline for collection requests is 12noon on Monday 15th April 2024.

Home collections are available for those customers sending 10+ bottles or bottles to the value of £1000. Lots can be split over the next three auctions. Unfortunately this service is not available in London or to those customer who live within 10 miles of a collection point.

Collections are limited and offered on a first come first served basis. It is essential that a submission sheet is completed, you can find the link to do so under the selling section on your ‘My SWA’ page.

It would be appreciated if bottles could be packed for uplift with your name clearly marked on the front of the box. A winner in our auction? We are now offering a delivery service to customers who are dropping bottles off for a future auction. This service is charged at £12 (inc VAT), optional loss and breakage cover is available.

Submission Form & Label

APRIL AUCTION NOW LIVE!

We have a fantastic little auction for you this month, packed with a diverse range of old and rare bottlings, including this stunning 21 Years Old Port Ellen 25^th Anniversary Maltings. This is an incredibly rare bottle from the closed but iconic Islay distillery.

Another highly regarded closed distillery is Brora and this gorgeous example was distilled only a year before it closed its doors. Bottled by the prestigious Gordon & MacPhail as part of their hugely popular Connoisseur’s Choice range.

How about something completely different? This Hankey Bannister 40 Years Old was bottled to celebrate the 250^th Anniversary of the company. Beautifully presented in a wonderfully crated decanter with stopper and a pair of branded glasses, along with a certificate of authenticity. It’s a little piece of history!

Released in 2004, this limited edition 1983 Old Pulteney 21 Years Old caused a real stir at the San Francisco World Spirits Awards in 2006, winning double gold at the prestigious event!

These are only a few of the bottles in our APRIL Auction, to view more wee gems visit clickwhiskyauctions.com. Register to bid. Remember, you’ve got to be in it to win it! Auction ends Sunday 21st April from 8pm GMT.

We are live!

Looking to expand your whisky collection? Head to our April auction to see what your missing!  Bid now!

Auction closes from 8pm (GMT) Tuesday 16th April

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Macallan – 25 Years Old Anniversary Malts 

The 25 year old Anniversary Malt was produced for two decades before being replaced, and is now one of the most highly prized expressions in the world of whisky. A special bottling of unblended Single Highland malt Scotch whisky 25 years old. These Vintages whisky were distilled in 1965, 1966, 1967 & 1968 and bottled as part of Macallan’s Anniversary Malt series.

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