wine auctions
Lot-based bottle sales
Wine auctions are sales where wines—typically rare, aged, or collectible bottles—are sold to the highest bidder.
Major auction houses conduct formal events for prestigious vintages, while online platforms have expanded access to casual collectors.
Estate sales and charity events often feature wine auctions as well.
The 1945 Mouton Rothschild sold for twelve thousand at auction.
- biddingOffering prices or obeying
- opening bidFirst price proposed
- going onceAuctioneer's initial announcement
- gavelSmall ceremonial hammer
- lotsLarge amount, or parcels
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