After a robust close to the previous week, Bordeaux trade returned to a more typical level, capturing a 33.3% share of the total trade value.
The 2019 vintage emerged as the most actively traded, reflecting continued market confidence in its quality and investment potential. Chateau Lafite Rothschild dominated Bordeaux transactions, commanding 23.4% of the region’s total trade value, further reinforcing its status as one of the most sought-after estates. Lafite’s prominence highlights the continued demand for blue-chip Bordeaux, particularly among long-term collectors and investors seeking stability in an evolving market.
Burgundy’s presence in the secondary market strengthened significantly, driven by high-value trades of Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Romanée-Conti. The region’s trade share climbed to 23.3%. Gros Frère et Soeur, Richebourg 2022 witnessed notable trading activity, with cases (12x75) selling at GBP 4,800 (USD 6,067), equating to approximately EUR 482.8 per bottle. Moreover, the 2021 and 2020 vintages also saw strong demand, elevating Gros Frère et Soeur to Burgundy’s second most-traded producer of the week. This rise in Burgundy’s performance underscores the growing appetite for top-tier producers beyond DRC, with collectors increasingly diversifying their holdings across prestigious appellations.
Champagne continued its upward trend, securing a 17.4% share of trade value, marking an increase from the previous week’s 15.3%. Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque 2015 led transactions, trading at GBP 930 (USD 1,178) per 12x75, translating to EUR 93.8 per bottle. However, Dom Pérignon—typically a leader in Champagne’s secondary market, alongside Louis Roederer—experienced a decline in trade volume. It accounted for just 9.6% of Champagne’s trade value this week, a significant drop from its 2024 average of 19.1%. The market’s shift may indicate a temporary cooling in demand for Dom Pérignon, as buyers explore other prestige cuvées offering relative value or emerging vintage appeal.
As market movements fluctuate, Bordeaux remains a bedrock of fine wine trading, while Burgundy and Champagne continue to see dynamic shifts driven by collector demand and high-profile transactions. With increasing attention on diversified portfolios, investors are keenly watching upcoming releases and auction activity to identify key opportunities in the evolving fine wine landscape.
Source: Liv-ex