Sotheby’s: Llyod Flatt, March 20, 2010

Following the death of renown wine collector, Lloyd Flatt, Sotheby’s will present a collection of rare and fine wines from Flatt’s private cellar.

Known for his exclusive and extraordinarily hosted parties, Flatt was labeled, in an obituary, “…as one of the country’s premier wine collectors…”, by the Washington Post in February 2008.

The collection is estimated to reach a total of $600,000.

[Sotheby's]

Bonhams’ Rare and Fine Wines: February 4, 2010

Hermitage, La Chapelle 1945: Sold for £13,795

Bonhams’ sale of fine and rare wines will take place on February 4, 2010 in the Bonhams’ New Bond Street saleroom. Featuring Fine and Rare Wines of the best vintages from Pomerol, Bordeaux and St. Emilion, Bonhams is also currently seeking to consign from Grand Cru vineyards, The Rhone Valley, and Sauternes, to list a few.

Specialists, at Bonhams’ department for wine, are offering free valuations by email, telephone, and fax. They are also available to travel in Britain or Europe to ascertain the contents of private cellars.

[Bonhams]

Luxe Coterie for $1,000,000

A leading luxury lifestyle company, Luxe Coterie, has created their Mendis Million Dollar Bottle. Released by the House of Mendis, it is the first approved coconut brandy for sale.

Reserve: $1,000,000 USD

In private ownership since 7/18/2009

[Luxe Coterie]

$10,000 Grey Goose Says “Marry Me”

If you are thinking about popping the question this Valentine’s Day, then the famous Algonquin hotel in Manahattan is the place to do it.

In an unprecedented partnership with Grey Goose vodka, the landmark establishment has added a $10,000 martini to their already impressive drink list. What is even more impressive about this cocktail is it comes complete with a stunning diamond engagement ring inside.

Served at the Blue Bar by a white gloved waiter, this one-of-a-kind libation is presented in a crystal martini glass on a silver platter. Requests for the drink need to be placed at least 72 hours in advance, so proper preparation of the ring and stone can be achieved.

Drink it in fellas!

Algonquin

$90,000 Macallan Cabinet Comes With Six Vintage Bottles

A one-of-a-kind bespoke cabinet designed by David Linley containing six extremely rare bottles of vintage single malt whisky from famed Speyside distillery, The Macallan, is on offer at Harrods in London for $90,000.

Macallan commissioned the royal cabinetmaker to produce this exquisite piece to be sold exclusively at Harrods. The fine craftsmanship is ultra luxurious and unique in every way. The six vintage bottles are Macallan’s prized 1937, 1940, 1948, 1955, 1966 and 1970 editions. Handcrafted in Linley’s workshop from solid English Burr Oak with mirrored interior panels, the cabinet also includes six bespoke Linley-designed crystal whisky tumblers as well as a cigar humidor in the fold-out side compartments.

The Macallan