On June 23, 2026, Il Ponte Auction House will present an auction dedicated to fine and collectible wines, marking a new chapter for the department under the guidance of the French specialists of the Millon Auction Group, whose expertise is firmly established within the French wine auction market.
France and Italy represent two outstanding regions in the world of wine; territories that, despite their differences, share an extraordinary winemaking heritage, historic appellations, and a deep-rooted culture of terroir capable of transforming every bottle into an authentic expression of its place of origin.
Comprising more than 350 lots, the catalogue is aimed at collectors, enthusiasts, and investors alike, bringing together rare bottles, impeccable provenances, and benchmark vintages that tell the story of wine not only as a tasting experience, but also as a genuine cultural heritage. Among the most significant collections is a group of Italian wines from the 1960s, 1970s, and 1980s, meticulously preserved by a collector from Lake Maggiore. The selection includes numerous historic labels, with a particular focus on Barolo, including Rinaldi's 1975 vintage (Lot 93, €200–250), a remarkable number of Barbaresco wines, among them six bottles of “Rabajà” 1988 (Lot 29, €350–450), alongside an extensive selection of Amarone.
Lot 93
BAROLO, Rinaldi, 1975 - 1 bottle.
Estimate € 200 - 250
Lot 29
BARBARESCO, "Rabaja", Produttori del Barbaresco, 1988 - 6 bottles (et, es).
Estimate € 350 - 450
Another highlight is a group sourced from a historic wine shop in Milan, featuring some of the most representative labels of contemporary Italian winemaking. These include Sassicaia (Lot 191, €300–400), Solaia (Lot 204, €450–600), and Tignanello (Lot 128, €600–800), often offered in large formats and accompanied by their original wooden cases, details that further enhance their appeal on the market.
Lot 191
TENUTA SAN GUIDO, Sassicaia, 1968 - 1 bottle (MB, et).
Estimate € 300 - 400
Lot 204
TOSCANA IGT, Solaia, Antinori - Tenuta Tignanello, 2007 - 1 magnum.
Estimate € 450 - 600
Lot 128
TENUTA SAN GUIDO, Sassicaia, 2021 - 2 bottles.
Estimate € 380 - 500
Further enriching the sale are two exceptionally rare bottles of Chartreuse dating from circa 1840, discovered in a Venetian palace (Lots 354 and 355, €15,000–20,000 each). A unique find, these are true collectors’ items and quintessential symbols of the French art de vivre.
Lot 354
CHARTREUSE XIX secolo (1840 circa), from a Venetian palace.
Estimate € 15.000 - 20.000
Lot 355
CHARTREUSE XIX secolo (1840 circa), from a Venetian palace.
Estimate € 15.000 - 20.000
France also plays a central role throughout the selection, which explores some of the country's most prestigious wine regions. From the great Bordeaux châteaux—including Château Latour (Lot 275, €1,000–1,300), Château Lafite Rothschild (Lot 268, €500–700), and Château Margaux (Lot 286, €400–500)—to the most celebrated Champagne houses, represented by selected cuvées from Dom Pérignon, Ruinart, and Krug.
Lot 275
CH. LATOUR, 1er grand cru classé, Pauillac, 1985 - 4 bottles (1 ea, 1 es)
Estimate € 1.000 - 1.300
Lot 268
CH. MARGAUX, 1er grand cru classé, Margaux, 1983 - 2 bottles (J).
Estimate € 500 - 700
Lot 286
CH. MARGAUX, 1er grand cru classé, Margaux, 1983 - 2 bottles (J).
Estimate € 400 - 500