Unveiling the Last Bottle Mystery Box: Worth the Hype or Just Hype?
Eight days ago, a conversation sparked on r/wine, where a user sought opinions on a Collector Mystery 6-Pack offered by Last Bottle. With a reputation for delivering mixed results, this retailer prompted curiosity during a limited-time mystery pack event. In a move inspired by user recommendations, I decided to invest $400 into this enigma, all in the name of exploration and entertainment. My mission? To shed light on the mystery that surrounds these boxes.
What Does Last Bottle Promise?
The mystery case promotion boasted an enticing selection: “COLLECTOR’S CASE! High-end, sexy reds with big names and big scores—wines that would probably raise eyebrows if they knew what we were up to.” The offer promised an impressive lineup, including:
- Luxurious Napa cabernets
- Bold Barossa blends
- Legendary Grand Cru Bordeaux
- Noteworthy Rhône varieties
- A 100-point gem from Tuscany!
This Collector’s Six-Pack was available for $399, positioned against a retail value of $855, and included complimentary ground shipping. The lineup featured:
- All red wines: 2 from California, 3 from Europe, and 1 from Australia
- A marked 98-point Napa cabernet from a standout vintage
- A 96-point red blend from Australia
- A 2nd Growth Margaux estate boasting three 95-point accolades
- An iconic Hermitage
- A representative of Italy’s finest winemaking families
With the discount marketed as well over 50%, the excitement was palpable—who wouldn’t want a chance at cellar-worthy wines at such a value?
What Did I Receive?
Upon unboxing the Collector Mystery Case, here’s what greeted me:
- Beringer, Private Reserve Cabernet Sauvignon, Napa, 2018 (Price: $118.95)
- Paul Jaboulet, La Maison Bleue, Hermitage, 2017 (Approximate Price: $50-$55 for other vintages)
- Jacopo Biondi Santi Castello di Montepo, Poggio Ferro, Toscana, 2019 (Price: $275)
- Hoopes, Cabernet Sauvignon, Oakville, 2019 (Price: $125)
- Chateau Lascombes, Margaux, 2020 (Price: $42