Robert Maxwell's wines to be sold

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Wine estimated at a value of approximately $125,000 will be auctioned to help offset the debts of the late publishing magnate Robert Maxwell. Maxwell died in 1991, leaving some $5 billion in debts. The wines are in good shape and include Bordeaux, Burgundy, and Champagne.

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Demand for rarities dominates May auctions

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An overview of wines sold at auctions in London, New York and San Francisco is presented. Rare wines proved to be the most popular, with one case of French wine reaching $18,400 in New York. Sales made via the internet are noted.

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Wine auction houses

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A listing of traditional and online wine auction houses is presented. Contact details, buyer's premium and consignor's fee for each house are given along with sales volume figures.

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