Among the rare, direct-from-chateau lots are:

-Large format Imperials signed by Saskia de Rothschild and her father, Baron Eric de Rothschild.

A single bottle of 1868 in a wood case : this is one of a handful of bottles left at the Chateau. Baron James purchased the estate that year on the advice of his three sons, but sadly died soon after the purchase and never had the opportunity to taste this first vintage. The winning bidder of this lot will also be invited to visit and have lunch at Chateau Lafite Rothschild.

A single bottle of 1870 in a wood case and with a wax capsule, is said to be one of Lafites most mythical vintages which took 50 years to reach maturity and realize its full potential.

Wines from iconic vintages including the 1945, 1947, 1949, 1959, 1961, and modern wines from 1982 through current vintages can all be found in 750ml and large format bottles.

All of the wines in this auction were stored without labels. The labels are specific to this auction with all vintages printed on modern, security paper and affixed with a proof tag to guarantee authenticity.

The auction will take place in New York City on March 30, at Le Bernardin restaurant.