Sotheby’s 2008 Worldwide Wine Sales Sotheby’s International Wine Department ended 2008 with a worldwide sales total of
$44,625,346 (£24,513,523), the third highest ever, and the second highest since 1999.
on this in the New Year, albeit in a much more subdued economic climate. As always, Sotheby’s Wine Department will specialise in offering cellars of great quality and provenance.”
Spring 2009 Sale Dates:
Upcoming Spring sales in New York will be held on February 28th, March 21st and May 16th. The dates in London are February 18th, March 18th, April 22nd and May 20th. Please note that dates are subject to change.
* Estimates do not include buyer’s premium, which for wine was 21% of the successful bid price in New York in 2008. The buyer’s premium for wine in London is 15%.
