Founded in 2005, Sénéchault is a family-run wine merchant specialising in buying and selling fine wines from Bordeaux, as well as Burgundy, Champagne, the Rhône Valley and the Loire Valley…
We source from châteaux and estates, as well as from trade sellers and private individuals (particularly in the case of inheritances). Every day, we are asked for our expertise to value wine cellars.
Our clients are mainly enthusiasts looking for a specific château, estate, cuvée and/or vintage.
Free valuation within 48 hours, with no obligation and in complete confidentiality.
In-depth analysis of the market and vintages.
Instant bank transfer upon receipt, or banker’s draft.
We travel throughout France, or you can drop off at our warehouses (Paris, Lyon, Bordeaux, Givry).
Get your bottles valued quickly by a wine merchant, with no obligation to sell.
Whatever the reason – personal curiosity, an inheritance or estate settlement, a request from your insurer, reorganising your cellar or a future personal project – Sénéchault offers to appraise your cellar.
We value your bottles free of charge, in complete confidentiality and with no obligation to sell.
We commit to providing a valuation within 48 hours at most, taking into account the condition of the bottles, how they have been stored, whether the original packaging is present, and the market.
Fill in the form or send us your photos via WhatsApp.
Detailed appraisal based on condition, provenance and the market.
Receive a reasoned purchase offer within 48 hours.
Logistics arranged and secure payment made immediately.
Pétrus, Saute-Loup, Le Pin, Lafleur, Vieux Château Certan, Cheval Blanc, Ausone, Figeac, Mouton Rothschild, Lafite Rothschild, Latour, Pichon Comtesse, Pichon Baron, Ducru Beaucaillou, Léoville Las Cases, Léoville Poyferré, Léoville Barton, Branaire Ducru, Beychevelle, Gruaud Larose, Talbot, Cos d’Estournel, Montrose, Margaux, Palmer, Haut Brion, La Mission Haut Brion…
Romanée Conti, Prieuré Roch, Auvenay, Leroy, Coche Dury, Comtes Lafon, Georges Roumier, JF Mugnier, Emmanuel Rouget, Armand Rousseau, Raveneau, Vincent Dauvissat, Domaine Leflaive, Mugneret-Gibourg, Méo-Camuzet, Cécile Tremblay, Etienne Sauzet, Ponsot, Dujac, Bizot, Clos de Tart, Clos des Lambrays, Comte de Vogüe, Gros Frère & Sœur, P-Y Colin-Morey, Caroline Morey, Ramonet…
Clos Rougeard, Clos de la Néore, Didier,Dagueneau, Domaine du Collier, Thibaud Boudignon, Huet, Foreau…
Château Rayas, Château des Tours, Château de Fonsalette, Henri Bonneau, E.Guigal, Jaboulet, Jean-Louis Chave ,Rostaing, Auguste Clape, Thierry Allemand, Pierre Gonon, Jamet…
Salon, Krug, Jacques Selosse, Ulysse Collin, Jacquesson…
Trimbach, Weinbach, Zind-Humbrecht…
You can therefore drop off your bottles at any one of them.
Once the goods have been received and inspected, we will send you payment by instant bank transfer.
We are happy to travel anywhere in France to value the largest cellars, in volume or in value.
They trust us
You send us the list of your bottles (photos, vintages, fill levels, labels, quantities available).
We then analyse them based on market prices, rarity, condition and provenance.
Yes. The valuation is confidential and comes with no obligation.
Usually between 24 and 72 hours, depending on the size and complexity of the cellar.
Vintage, producer, appellation, condition (fill level, capsule, label), traceability, storage conditions and market demand.
Mainly grands crus and prestige wines from renowned regions (Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Rhône, etc.), but we study every cellar and will always get back to you.
Yes, from a single bottle to an entire cellar.
Yes, subject to appraisal and consistent provenance.
It is based on current professional market prices, taking into account market demand and the condition of the bottles.
We are open to discussion depending on the volume and overall quality of the cellar.
Payment is made after validation, once the bottles have been received at our warehouse.
Secure bank transfer or banker’s draft.
We arrange a specialist collection, ensuring secure transport and appropriate storage conditions throughout.
Yes, they are covered according to their declared value.
We advise you on how to pack them, or take care of the packing ourselves if needed.
Physical inspection, consistency of markings, the estate’s history, and comparison with known market standards.
If in doubt, we can call on an independent expert.
Yes. Selling wines from your private collection is permitted under current regulations.
Yes. Your details and the contents of your cellar remain strictly private.
No. The valuation comes with no obligation.
Depending on your location, we offer collection or other suitable logistics solutions.
We can also come to you when the volume and/or value of the cellar warrants it.
We clearly explain the reasons (condition, low demand, doubts about authenticity).
Yes, this is a frequent request. We support you throughout the full valuation.
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