What JF Bastok buys in Waterloo
Grands crus from Bordeaux (Petrus, Lafite Rothschild, Margaux, Latour, Haut-Brion, Mouton Rothschild, Cheval Blanc, Yquem…), Burgundy (Romanée-Conti, Leroy, Armand Rousseau, Coche-Dury…) and Champagne (Krug, Cristal, Dom Pérignon, Bollinger…), from a single bottle to a whole cellar.
What determines the value
A wine’s value depends on the appellation, estate, vintage and cuvée, but also on the bottle’s condition: fill level, label, capsule, cork. Storage conditions and original wooden cases matter a lot to buyers.
Home appraisal in Waterloo
JF Bastok is based in Waterloo, on the drève de l’Infante: an appointment is quickly arranged, whether you live in the centre, Mont-Saint-Jean, Joli-Bois, Chenois or the Faubourg. He also travels to neighbouring towns such as Braine-l’Alleud, Lasne, Rhode-Saint-Genèse and La Hulpe.
Before the appointment
Don’t move the bottles unnecessarily and leave them lying down in the cellar. Keep the original cases and, if possible, the purchase invoices.
How it works
Call +32 499 08 03 84 or send a few photos by WhatsApp. An appointment is set at your home in Waterloo. The appraisal is free and without obligation; if the offer suits you, payment is made in cash, on the spot.
Full details on the Fine wines page.
Frequently asked questions
Do you make home visits in Waterloo?
Yes. JF Bastok visits by appointment in every part of Waterloo. Travel and appraisal are free and without obligation.
Do you buy cellars from estates?
Yes, as well as long-held collections, trade stock and large lots.
Is a single bottle worth a visit?
For a grand cru, yes. Send a photo of the label and fill level for a first opinion.