The Jefferson Bottles - A fascinating tale of intrigue, deception and lies

A fascinating tale of intrigue, deception and lies … and a brilliant read.

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The Jefferson Bottles

How could one collector find so much rare fine wine?

by Patrick Radden Keefe September 3, 2007

The Christie's catalogue suggested that the wine had belonged to Thomas Jefferson and that its value was "inestimable."

The most expensive bottle of wine ever sold at auction was offered at Christie's in London, on December 5, 1985. The bottle was handblown dark-green glass and capped with a nubby seal of thick

The full story is available on The Newyorker here