Before turning the page onto 2026, we’re looking back at your favourite reads of 2025. It was a poignant year for the wine market, featuring further displays of the effects of climate change, price corrections, and finally stabilisation.
We look forward to keeping your minds and palates engaged with more wine market fodder in the months to come. For now we wish you Happy New Year, and happy reading!
A Bonus in tumultuous times
Navigating wealth preservation is increasingly complex. With prices reaching 5-year lows in 2025, the case for placement in fine wine (providing provenance is perfect) is clear. Read the full article here.
Change
The 2025 harvest is a stark reminder of climate change’s impact on wine. This is affirmed by Lafleur’s exit from the Pomerol & Bordeaux appellations, in pursuit of adaption to new growing conditions. Read more here.
2025 Rewind
2025 marked a turning point for fine wine. Prices stabilised and speculative capital exited. With supply easing, and confidence returning, we’re honing in on mature, well-sourced vintages before they disappear. Read the full article here.
Liquid Gold
Gold prices soared last year amid inflation fears and geopolitical tensions. Like fine wine, gold faces traceability challenges – provenance impacts value and collectors increasingly demand transparency. Read more here.
Facts
In this golden age of fine wine, discernment is key. While Bordeaux 2022 was presented throughout last year as the new 2016, we find the more balanced, elegant 2019 offers better risk-adjusted value today. Read more here.