2001, 2002

Christmas Special Auction: Unique Vertical Collection 6x Reserva Particular de Recaredo (Vintages 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2007) An exceptional, investment-grade collector’s lot featuring a fascinating vertical tasting of an absolute legend among long-aged European sparkling wines: Reserva Particular de Recaredo, crafted by the historic family estate Recaredo in Sant Sadurní d'Anoia under strict biodynamic farming principles (Demeter certified). Historical note for elite collectors: This iconic cuvée was originally conceived in 1962 by the founder Josep Mata Capellades and his sons as a private family reserve. This vertical lot begins with the 2001 vintage, which marks the legendary first harvest of the 21st century released by the estate. Furthermore, the 2006 vintage does not exist for this wine, as the winery strictly chose not to produce it because the harvest failed to meet the rigorous quality standards required for this cuvée. This radical philosophy of quality over quantity heavily increases the historical value of the surrounding vintages. This extraordinary selection spans 6 exclusive vintages from the golden era when the estate operated under the D.O. Cava appellation, making these bottles highly sought-after museum pieces. Every bottle represents ultimate craftsmanship: partial fermentation of Xarel·lo in oak casks, secondary bottle aging under natural cork stoppers secured by the traditional metal staple (grapa), and manual disgorgement (desgorjat) at cellar temperature without freezing the bottleneck. Specific bottle details & CRITICAL ACCLAIM (backed by the included estate documentation): • 2001: Blend of 60% Macabeo and 40% Xarel·lo. Aged for 108 months (9 years). Numbered bottle (Limited edition of 8,740). Disgorged: 03/05/2011. 96 Points Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) / 95 Points Guía Peñín. • 2002: Blend of 72% Macabeo and 28% Xarel·lo. Aged for 110 months. Numbered bottle (Rare limited edition of only 5,120 bottles). Disgorged: 02/07/2012. 94 Points Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) / 95 Points Guía Peñín. • 2003: Aged for 114 months. Numbered bottle (Limited edition of 8,046). Disgorged: 25/11/2013. 94+ Points Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) / 17.5/20 Jancis Robinson. • 2004: Aged for 115 months. Numbered bottle. Disgorged: 11/12/2014. 95 Points Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) / 95 Points Guía Peñín. • 2005: Aged for 137 months (Over 11 years on the lees!). Numbered bottle. Disgorged: 31/10/2017. 95 Points Robert Parker (Wine Advocate) / 96 Points Guía Peñín. • 2007: Blend of 64% Macabeo and 36% Xarel·lo. Aged for a minimum of 108 months (9 years). Edition of 12,220 bottles. 98 Points Guía Peñín (Top rating) / Chosen among the 6 best wines of Spain by Decanter magazine. Condition: Outstanding/Mint condition. Always stored in a professional private underground cellar with pristine temperature (12-14 C) and humidity control. Perfect labels, intact original foils with their traditional metal staples, and flawless Gran Reserva official seals. This lot includes its 4 original individual engraved wooden cases for the 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2007 vintages, along with the authentic booklets and protective inserts as pictured. SHIPPING POLICY / POLÍTICA DE ENVÍO: • No shipping to the Canary Islands. • No shipping to countries outside the European Union (European Community). • Special, ultra-protected packaging for premium wooden wine cases and bottles.

Estimate:£417.12

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