Chartier Auctions Off A Portion Of His "Wine Cellar"

Having spent twenty-five years discovering the vineyards of the world, and the aisles of the SAQ, and after having tasted more than 60,000 wines, the famous and internationally renowned Quebec sommelier Francois Chartier has built an exceptionally well-stocked cellar. Over the years, he has purchased personal favorites, many of which were highlighted throughout the seventeen editions of his buying guide La Selection Chartier -the latest edition, under the new name Le Chartier, has been available in bookstores since October 18th. "The time has come for me to make room in my wine cellar! Seeing as I am still young (says he!!!), and I still want to buy more wines, a little tidying up was in order!"

As his cellar must be moved to a new location, space in his home being limited, he has decided to "go big" by giving thousands of his readers and fans the opportunity to acquire a portion of his personal cellar, which includes deals along with rare, mythical vintages. The sale, via an electronic auction, will be carried out under the authority of the prestigious auction house IEGOR - Hotel des Encans.

All wine lovers will be gratified, because historically, Chartier has always suggested wines to suit every budget. The beauty of this endeavor is that his fans will be able to purchase mature vintages at affordable prices. While seekers of rare wines, and off the beaten track vintages, will also be delighted.

They will find references from Bordeaux, the Rhone Valley, Alsace, Italy and Spain, as well as a rare and exceptional collection of mature ice wines from great vintages, and numerous vintages from the remarkable Cru Bourgeois Chateau Sociando-Mallet.

Finally, knowledgeable wine lovers will begin the hunt for a vast number of exceptional bottles from mature superior vintages and from the biggest names in the world of international viticulture, including Denis Mortet, Henri Gouges, Chave, Jaboulet, Tardieu-Laurent, Cheval-Blanc, Figeac, Haut-Bailly, La Conseillante, Clinet, Latour, Margaux, Yquem, Tertre Roteboeuf, Cos d'Estournel, Gruaud-Larose, Pontet-Canet, Alain Graillot, La Grange des Peres, Gourt de Mautens, Clos Rougeard, Domaine Huet, Nicolas Joly, Zind-Humbrecht, Cauhape, Montus, Diamond Creek, Sine Qua Non, Alvaro Palacios, Antinori, Paolo Scavino and Barca Velha, to name a few.

The Internet sale will take place on November 14th and 15th.

To view the catalog and participate in the live Internet auction, simply register at www.iegor.net. No fees required.

His new guide LE CHARTIER has recently arrived in Quebec bookstores.