Wine for Yum Dinner Event: Musaafer, New York, July 18th, 2026

PRIVATE CELLAR OFFERING

1. Alphonse Mellot “La Moussière” Sancerre Magnum (1.5L)
Quantity: 1 bottle
Value: $119.99

Produced by one of the oldest and most revered families in Sancerre, Alphonse Mellot has cultivated vines in the Loire Valley since the early 1500s and today represents the pinnacle of the appellation. “La Moussière” is sourced from the estate’s flagship vineyard, organically and biodynamically farmed on prized Kimmeridgian limestone soils—the same ancient marine soils that make the finest Chablis so distinctive.

Widely regarded as one of the world’s benchmark Sauvignon Blancs, this wine offers extraordinary precision and elegance. The bouquet is intensely aromatic with layers of Meyer lemon, grapefruit zest, white peach, elderflower, fresh herbs, crushed oyster shell and striking gunflint minerality. The palate is rich without weight, delivering remarkable purity, texture and energy before finishing with exceptional length.

A perennial darling of critics, recent vintages routinely earn 94–96 point ratings from Wine Advocate, Vinous and James Suckling. Presented in the impressive 1.5L Magnum format—preferred by collectors for its slower maturation and superior aging potential—this bottle will continue to evolve beautifully for well over a decade.

Subtotal: $119.99

2. Domaine Christian Moreau Père & Fils Chablis Premier Cru “Vaillon”
Quantity: 2 bottles
Value: $72.99 each

Domaine Christian Moreau Père & Fils is one of Chablis’ most respected estates, producing wines celebrated for their extraordinary purity, precision and expression of terroir. The Vaillon Premier Cru vineyard is among the appellation’s finest sites, consistently yielding wines of remarkable finesse and longevity.

Fermented and aged with restraint to preserve its unmistakable character, the wine reveals vibrant aromas of citrus blossom, green apple, ripe pear, white peach and delicate white flowers layered over classic notes of oyster shell, chalk and wet limestone. The palate is crystalline and impeccably balanced, combining generous fruit with razor-sharp acidity and a saline mineral finish that lingers effortlessly.

Frequently awarded 92–95 points by Wine Advocate, Vinous and Burghound, Vaillon is often considered one of the best values among Burgundy’s Premier Crus. It is magnificent today and will continue to gain complexity over the next 10–15 years.

Subtotal: $145.98

3. Domaine Jean Grivot Clos de Vougeot Grand Cru 2018
Quantity: 2 bottles
Value: $349.99 each

Clos de Vougeot is one of Burgundy’s most historic and prestigious Grand Cru vineyards, originally established by Cistercian monks over eight centuries ago. Domaine Jean Grivot stands among the elite producers of Vosne-Romanée, crafting wines that are prized worldwide for their elegance, depth and extraordinary longevity.

The exceptional 2018 vintage produced a wine of immense concentration and refinement. Aromas of black cherry, wild raspberry, violets, rose petals, exotic spices, sandalwood, forest floor and fine French oak unfold gradually with remarkable complexity. The palate is simultaneously powerful and graceful, framed by silky tannins, vibrant acidity and astonishing depth. Every sip reveals additional layers, promising decades of evolution.

Widely acclaimed by critics, the 2018 vintage has received scores reaching 96–98+ points from Vinous, Burghound and Wine Advocate. This is a true collector’s Burgundy with an expected drinking window extending well beyond 2050. Bottles from Domaine Grivot are increasingly difficult to secure and continue to appreciate in both rarity and prestige.

Subtotal: $699.98

4. Marchesi Antinori Tignanello Toscana IGT
Quantity: 2 bottles
Value: $214.99 each

Few wines have changed the course of modern Italian winemaking as profoundly as Tignanello. Introduced in 1971 by the legendary Antinori family, this iconic wine gave birth to the “Super Tuscan” movement and remains one of Italy’s most collectible and internationally acclaimed wines.

Crafted primarily from Sangiovese with Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc from the historic Tignanello vineyard in the heart of Chianti Classico, it delivers extraordinary depth and sophistication. Aromas of black cherry, cassis, plum, cigar box, cedar, graphite, espresso and Mediterranean herbs are seamlessly integrated with luxurious French oak. The palate is rich, layered and impeccably polished, balancing tremendous power with elegance and freshness.

Nearly every vintage earns exceptional acclaim, frequently scoring between 97 and 99 points from James Suckling, Wine Spectator, Decanter and Wine Advocate. Consistently ranked among the finest wines produced in Italy, Tignanello has become a cornerstone of serious wine collections worldwide and will continue to reward patient cellaring for two to three decades.

Subtotal: $429.98

5. Miles Vintage Madeira Tinta Negra Rich 1999
Quantity: 1 bottle
Value: $154.99

Madeira occupies a category all its own among the world’s great collectible wines, renowned for its virtually unmatched longevity. Produced by the historic Miles Madeira house, founded in 1878, this beautifully matured 1999 vintage exemplifies why Madeira has been treasured by collectors, royalty and heads of state for centuries.

More than twenty-five years of patient maturation have created remarkable layers of caramelized sugar, toffee, roasted walnuts, dried figs, dates, orange peel, coffee bean, baking spices and smoky complexity, all lifted by Madeira’s signature vibrant acidity. Rich and luxurious yet astonishingly fresh, the wine delivers a finish that seems almost endless.

Vintage Madeiras of this caliber regularly receive 93–95 point ratings and possess one of the most extraordinary attributes in the wine world: once opened, the bottle remains enjoyable for months or even years with little loss of quality. It is equally at home alongside fine desserts, artisanal cheeses, foie gras or simply enjoyed on its own as one of the world’s great contemplative wines.

Subtotal: $154.99