Champagne was originally positioned as a luxury item. It was served at the table on the most solemn holidays, was presented as a gift even to the crowned persons, and served as a symbol of the conclusion of wedding unions at the highest level, victories, reconciliations. Today, a bottle of sparkling wine with the inscription "Champagne" can be bought at a fairly affordable price in almost any supermarket.
However, even those who do not consider themselves ardent fans of champagne, know the fact that in the world there are varieties of this drink that are comparable in price to jewelry and works of art. Of course, such drinks are not affordable for most ordinary people, and they are not intended for general consumption. The most expensive champagne is sometimes not even intended for the bottle to be finally opened, the contents poured into glasses and drunk. Sometimes it is simply kept in private collections, inherited or resold. At the same time, more and more expensive.
Shipwrecked heidseick
A batch of 1907 bottles was sent to Russia to the table of the emperor himself. However, the ship was not destined to sail - it was hit and flooded. Only after 8 centuries its remains were lifted from the seabed, among which a significant number of bottles of champagne were discovered. Today it is the most expensive champagne in the world its name is associated with the innumerable wealth of the owner, and even the image of the bottle is often used in cinema or advertising, in a word, where you need to emphasize someone's involvement in the circle of favorites.
The starting price of one bottle is 275 thousand dollars. Most have already been sold to private collections.
Goût de diamants
"Taste of Diamonds" - the famous champagne that is produced in the Auger Valley (France). The wine business is passed down from generation to generation in the family, which believes that fidelity to traditions is more important than all new technologies combined. The impeccable quality of the product is determined by the fact that it is produced using the same technology, and many processes are still not automated and require manual labor - and, therefore, the investment of part of the winemaker’s soul. The company produces other varieties: white, pink, brut. But the most expensive champagne among the whole assortment is the Taste of Diamonds. The cost of one bottle is 250 thousand dollars.
Pernod-ricard perrier-jouet
Perrier Jouet is the third most expensive champagne. Photos of bottles with this unique drink remind of the beautiful gardens inhabited by nymphs. The design of the vessel is very expressive. The bottle is covered with flowers.
This variety is produced in the east of France. At the request of the buyer, it can be delivered to some other countries. In total, 100 sets were produced, each of which consists of 12 bottles packed in a special suitcase, where the drink can be stored and aged.
Moet & Chandon Dom Perignon "White Gold"
The famous "House of Perignon" is famous for producing the most expensive champagne. The name of the variety "White Gold" is determined not only by the shade of the drink itself, but also by the design of the bottle - it is as if wrapped in a veil of precious metal.
Although in fact the bottle is really covered with a layer of white gold. But the price, of course, is formed not only by this. The capacity of the vessel is 3 liters, which is four times more than the generally accepted standard. However, legendary quality and excellent taste characteristics come first. The price for a bottle is 50 thousand dollars.
Louis Roederer Cristal "Medalion” (Limited Edition)
Another large volume bottle. Inside it is pinot noir and chardonnay, and the surface is covered with real gold lace.
This champagne itself looks like liquid gold, however this name is a patented other brand. The cost of one bottle is 32 thousand dollars.
Charles and Diana
This nectar from House Perignon was released in 1961 when Princess Diana was born, especially for her future wedding.
A limited batch of 600 bottles went almost all to a wedding feast in honor of the wedding of Lady Dee and Prince Charles. Today, a bottle of this champagne is a real rarity, collectors and fans of Diana are ready to pay 4.5 thousand dollars for it.
Boërl & Kroff Brut
Brut, which is produced in a standard 750 ml bottle, costs 2.5 thousand dollars. But the same drink in another vessel could safely compete for the first steps of the TOP “Most Expensive Champagne” TOP.
We are talking about a 30-liter bottle worth 120 thousand dollars. Celebrities choose this product for the most elegant and solemn events, which will be attended by many guests.
Krug Private Cuvee
"Cuvée" is made in France, at the enterprise of Joseph Krug. This champagne is aged in cool cellars until it reaches its peak.
The cost of the bottle is 2100 dollars. It is unlikely that such a drink will be found in the store. It is usually sold at major global auctions.
