Fine Wines & Whiskies

Our Fine Wines & Whiskies Auctions

Our Fine Wines & Whiskies  Department has led the New Zealand auction market since the early 1980s. With Live and Online Auctions throughout the year, we offer our clients not only a wide range of cellared  Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Rhone, Port and spirits but also iconic wines from New Zealand, Australia, Italy and Spain. 

Looking for something specific?

Whether it's a New Zealand wine from your birth year you seek, or a bold Barolo from Piedmont, let us help you find the exact bottle of wine you're looking for.

Current Online Auction

Fine Wines & Whiskies
11—16 September

Webb's Fine Wines & Whiskies  September online auction catalogue is out now, featuring a standout lineup of wines, including The Final Tranche of The Frenchman's Cellar ♦. 

From New Zealand, the 1997 Stonyridge Vineyard Larose offers a world-class Bordeaux-style blend from the north-facing, sheltered slopes of Waiheke Island.

Meanwhile, Burgundy fans will want to explore the many offerings of Musigny in our catalogue, delivering delicate yet intensely complex flavours.

Bordeaux fans should check out this 2018 Château Angelus: an exceptional example from one of Saint Emilion's most prestigious estates.

If your tastes lean more toward Japanese whisky, make sure to bid on a bottle from the legendary Suntory. Bidding is open now. Take a look and see what stands out to you. Happy Bidding!

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies

Marshell Wan 尹翰深
Manager, Fine Wines & Whiskies

Upcoming Online Auction

Fine Wines & Whiskies
10—15 October

Have a bottle of something special tucked away? We are inviting consignments of individual bottles, or entire cellars, for our upcoming Fine Wines and Whiskies online auctions.

These sale are ideal for significant examples of New Zealand, Australian, and European wines, as well as having a strong focus on whiskies, in particular premium offerings from the likes of The Macallan, Glendronach, and The GlenAllachie, spirits, and more.

If you are thinking about bringing your bottles to market, please fill out an appraisal form or contact our specialist team for an obligation-free appraisal.

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies

Marshell Wan 尹翰深
Manager, Fine Wines & Whiskies

Upcoming Online Auction

Fine Wines & Whiskies
7—12 November

Have a few bottles that are surplus to requirements? Sell them with us.

We are currently seeking consignments for our next Fine Wines & Whiskies online auction. Offering an eclectic range of wines and spirits—with global icons presented alongside examples from boutique and niche producers—these auctions of popular with collectors of all levels. We welcome single bottles, cases or entire cellars of European, New Zealand and Australian wines, as well as quality whiskies and spirits.

If you are thinking about bringing your bottles to market, please contact our specialist team for an obligation-free appraisal.

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies

Marshell Wan 尹翰深
Manager, Fine Wines & Whiskies

Upcoming Live Auction

Fine Wines & Whiskies
Wednesday 26 November, 6.30pm

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies

Upcoming Online Auction

Fine Wines & Whiskies
5—10 December

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies

Marshell Wan 尹翰深
Manager, Fine Wines & Whiskies

Upcoming Online Auction

Fine Wines & Whiskies
23—28 January

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies

Marshell Wan 尹翰深
Manager, Fine Wines & Whiskies

Fine Wines & Whiskies Department

The demand for fine wines and rare whiskies has increased substantially in the last six years. This is illustrated by our recent sale of a signed assortment case of 1992 Domaine de la Romanee-Conti which achieved the price of $31,668, well exceeding expectations. Another recent  highlight saw the sale of an exceptional bottle of 50-year-old Macallan that realised a total of $155,000. 

Webb’s offers independent and professional advice on buying and selling wine. We hold up to 18 Fine Wines & Whiskies auctions each year in four categories: Live, Online, Single Owner and Buy Now. As well as offering Private Sales outside of auction through our Webb’s Wine Exchange.

For our consignors, we will maximise the value of your wines and whiskies. Once consigned, we can ship your wine to our temperature-controlled cellar where we offer complimentary storage until it is sold. 

Webb’s takes pride in ensuring we provide the highest quality products and services to our purchasers. Therefore, all of the wines Webb’s offer have been carefully inspected by our experienced specialists, enabling us to offer information on condition and provenance. 

Marcus Atkinson, DipWSET
Head of Fine Wines & Whiskies


  • Marcus is a highly experienced and widely respected Fine Wines & Whiskies expert, auctioneer and educator. He has 25 years of experience in the specialist wine trades of Britain, France, Australia and New Zealand. Marcus has held previous appointments managing fine wine departments for Oddbins, Threshers and Sainsbury’s in London & Europe.

    Marcus joined Webb’s after 13 years in a direct-to-consumer winery consultancy and liaison merchant in Australia. He established their New Zealand division in 2008, moving to Aotearoa in 2011 as NZ Director.

    Marcus has also previously served as a sommelier at ‘Le Pont de la Tour’; a UK fine-dining institution with viticultural and winemaking experience of the 2000 vintage in Bordeaux and Jurançon. Marcus holds an Applied Biology BSc (Hons) from Nottingham University and holds a Diploma in Wines and Spirits (AIWS) with the Wine & Spirits Education Trust (WSET).

Marshell Wan 尹翰深
Manager, Fine Wines & Whiskies

  • Marshell is highly specialised in the Asian wine trading market. He brings his experience as a buyer in Bordeaux, France to the Webb’s team in his role as Fine and Rare Wines Specialist. His key focus is on generations X, Y, and Z in the Chinese wine auction market.

    Marshell holds a Bachelor of Business Studies degree from the University of Exeter, and an MSc in Wine Management from the Burgundy Business school in Dijon. He is proficient in Burgundy and Bordeaux wines, has attained a Level 3 Wine and Spirit Education Trust Certificate, and has Level 4 certification well within reach.

    Marshell ran his own wine trading business while studying, and accumulated a number of clients in the Asian and Europe region. In the process, he honed his industry research and analysis skills. This knowledge has led to proven sales results.

    Early 2020 marked Marshell’s return to New Zealand from France. With Webb’s, he is taking his knowledge of the world of wine to new heights. He is dedicated to providing exemplary service, ensuring that vendors and buyers have excellent auction experiences.

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