7 Most Expensive Wines in the World

May 30, 2023, 13:30 IST

Tanisha Rajput

7. Ampoule from Penfolds – $168,000

Introduced by South Australia's famous winery, Penfolds, the wine doesn't have a history but relies on the experience, presentation and reputation of the brand.

6.Chateau Margaux 1787 – $225,000

One of the bottles from Jefferson's collection, it originally cost $500,000 but the price was lowered to $225,000 after a waiter in a Four Seasons Hotel knocked it during a Margaux dinner.

5. Chateau Lafite 1869 – $230,000

The wine bottle caused a stir in Hong Kong during an auction when the highest bid was claimed for $230,000.

4. Shipwrecked 1907 Heidsieck – $275,000

This wine has a very unique and exciting story. In 1916, a ship was carrying thousands of bottles, but when the ship was damaged by a German submarine, several bottles sank. However, in 1997, some 2,000 bottles were recovered.

3. Cheval Blanc 1947  – $305,000

Chateau Cheval Blanc is considered to be the best Bordeaux ever made. It was sold to an anonymous buyer for $303,375.

2. Jeroboam of Chateau Mouton-Rothschild 1945 – $310,000

From the vineyards of the richest family in the world, the wine is said to be one of the best vintage wines in the last 100 years. One glass costs $8,631.

1. Screaming Eagle Cabernet 1992 – $500,000

The world's most expensive wine is aged in 60% new oak and has an aroma of blackcurrants, and an opaque purple appearance.

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