Champagne provides ‘top marques’ for fine wine performance and accessibility as the region’s icons become the wine investment sector’s most traded assets.
The 5 most powerful Champagne brands in 2023
- Louis Roederer, Cristal
- Bollinger
- Dom Perignon
- Krug
- Egly Ouriet
Champagne’s brand power, availability and price point are key drivers in the wine investment market. The region accounts for four of the top ten traded wines by value and five by volume on Liv-ex in 2023, led by vintages of Louis Roederer Cristal and Dom Perignon.
Top 10 most traded wines on Liv-ex by value in 2023
| Rank | Wine | Vintage | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Louis Roederer, Cristal | 2015 | Champagne |
| 2 | Dom Perignon | 2013 | Champagne |
| 3 | Opus One | 2019 | California |
| 4 | Louis Roederer, Cristal | 2014 | Champagne |
| 5 | Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon | 2020 | California |
| 6 | Sassicaia | 2019 | Tuscany |
| 7 | Chateau Lafite Rothschild | 2019 | Bordeaux |
| 8 | Chateau Lafite Rothschild | 2010 | Bordeaux |
| 9 | Chateau Petrus | 2020 | Bordeaux |
| 10 | Taittinger, Comtes de Champagne | 2012 | Champagne |
Champagne’s sparkling performance
Fine wine as an alternative asset, generally delivers stability and strong growth over the long term. We have commented throughout the year on the general market correction, as reported in the one-year and monthly performance data published by Liv-ex. We advise our clients consistently that fine wine assets should be held for 3 to 5 years to enjoy the best returns.
Champagne’s performance illustrates this very clearly and remains strong, with an average 53% five-year growth recorded by the Liv-ex Champagne 50. This is an outstanding return compared with the FTSE 100’s 6.8% rise over the same period.
The key Champagne investment wines are performing above the general sector trend, and the discounts that have been on offer during the period of market adjustment have boosted demand. Four of the top wines traded on Liv-ex by volume in 2023 have been Champagnes.
Top 5 most traded wines on Liv-ex by volume in 2023
| Rank | Wine | Vintage | Region |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Dom Perignon | 2013 | Champagne |
| 2 | Louis Roederer, Cristal | 2015 | Champagne |
| 3 | Taittinger, Comtes de Champagne | 2012 | Champagne |
| 4 | Louis Roederer, Cristal | 2014 | Champagne |
| 5 | Chateau Talbot | 2020 | Bordeaux |
Champagne saw some green shoots of growth in October 2023 and, even though there was a dip in November, this 'volatility' may suggest that prices are approaching the market low. The December data due in January will be an important indicator as investors seek the best opportunities for growth in 2024.
For more information on investing in Champagne speak to a Vin-X expert on 0203 384 2262.