Mannie Berk | A rare post-phylloxera example, of unknown origin, with only two bottles known to have appeared at auction.

Roy Hersh | Considered an “endangered species” since only two other bottles of this Verdelho have ever turned up at auction. Light mahogany hue with a pale golden-green meniscus. Swirling, idiosyncratic aromas of Cracker Jacks, salted caramel popcorn, a reductive soy note, beef bouillon cube, honeyed bees wax, and orange pekoe tea provide a unique silhouette. Medium weight, exhibiting a duality of dryness followed by sweet impressions and a very smooth palate presence. After 40–50 years in the bottle, there was rusticity and a savory edginess. It was lacking a drop more acidity, which would have provided even greater interest and verve. A distinctive praline note added charm to the sweet and harmonious, medium-long finish. | 17.5