Château Ausone is one of Saint-Émilion’s most historic estates, with low production and strong ageing ability. It is less publicity-driven than some prominent estates, but knowledgeable Right Bank buyers continue to follow it.
Vintages including 2005, 2010, 2015, 2016 and 2018 often attract strong demand. Buyback valuation considers not only the vintage but also the fill level, label, capsule and provenance. Even highly rated wine loses value when poorly stored.
Dibao Wine provides an initial valuation from photographs. Château Angélus, Château Pavie, Pétrus or Le Pin in the same collection can be assessed together as a Right Bank group.
Key Château Ausone Valuation Points
Ausone stands out for scarcity and ageing potential, so buyers pay particular attention to storage condition.
| Priority Vintages | 2000, 2005, 2009, 2010, 2015, 2016 and 2018. |
| Market Strengths | Low production, top Right Bank status and steady demand for mature vintages. |
| Condition Factors | Fill level, label, capsule and provenance information directly affect transaction speed. |
| Common Groupings | Frequently submitted with Château Angélus, Château Pavie, Château Cheval Blanc and Pétrus. |
Château Ausone Buyback Process
Send photographs and the vintage first for an indicative buyback range. For older vintages or original cases, provide additional provenance information to support a more accurate valuation.
- Photograph the front and back labels, capsule and fill level.
- For an original case, photograph the case markings.
- List all leading Right Bank wines together when submitting a mixed collection.
Related Château Ausone Links
The following pages cover other high-end Right Bank wines.
- Château Angélus Buyback: a Saint-Émilion estate frequently compared by buyers.
- Château Pavie Buyback: a highly rated wine from the same region with similar valuation principles.
- Le Pin Buyback: a scarce Right Bank wine that collectors often follow at the same time.
- Château Ausone Terroir and Buyback Value: learn about Ausone’s history and market position.
Château Ausone Vintages and Market Reference
The following vintage guide helps distinguish high-demand years, steadily traded years and bottles that require closer physical assessment. It is only a starting point; any valuation still depends on provenance, fill level and label condition.
| Vintage | Robert Parker (RP) Score Reference | Jancis Robinson (JR) Score Reference | Vintage Character and Tasting Description | Collector and Buyback Demand |
| 2018 | 99-100 | 18.5/20 | Vibrant black-fruit aromas, silky tannins and remarkable power. | ★★★★★ |
| 2016 | 99 | 19/20 | A classic vintage with grand structure, intense blackberry and mineral notes, and exceptional balance. | ★★★★★ |
| 2015 | 98+ | 18.5/20 | Warm conditions produced ripe fruit, a rich palate and a long finish. | ★★★★☆ |
| 2010 | 98+ | 19.5/20 | Legendary vintage. Full-bodied with excellent acidity, exceptional ageing potential and very high market value. | ★★★★★ (Popular and high value) |
| 2009 | 98 | 18/20 | Sweet fruit and spice with an expansive style; already enjoyable to drink. | ★★★★☆ |
| 2005 | 100 | 19.5/20 | Perfect-score benchmark. A precise expression of Saint-Émilion terroir, combining power and elegance as a top collectible. | ★★★★★ (Exceptionally high value) |
| 2003 | 100 | 17.5/20 | A hot vintage with concentration and distinctive roasted-fruit and liquorice flavours. | ★★★★☆ |
| 2000 | 98+ | 18/20 | A millennium vintage that has developed complex truffle and leather aromas and is highly favoured by collectors. | ★★★★★ |
Local Valuation and Collection Notes
In Hong Kong, a credible wine valuation depends on the exact bottle, its condition and clear transaction terms. Dibao Wine begins with photographs and arranges a physical inspection only when appropriate. If the bottle matches the submitted information, any change to the indicated range should be explained and tied to the inspection findings.
Collectors on Hong Kong Island, in Kowloon, the New Territories and Macau can begin with photographs. For high-value estates, older vintages or original cases, provenance and storage records are recommended. In mixed collections, Dibao Wine separates bottles with higher value, active demand and limited current demand so the assessment is easier to understand.
For an initial indication of buyback value, send Dibao Wine the front and back labels, neck fill level, capsule and original-case details. The more complete the information, the closer the initial valuation can be to the final settlement; if the vintage or authenticity is uncertain, photographs can still be submitted for preliminary review.
