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Statistics About The Most Expensive Red Wine

The most expensive red wine ever sold was a bottle of Domaine de la Romanee-Conti Romanee-Conti Grand Cru 1945, fetching a record $558,000 at an auction in 2018.

Last Updated: June 23, 2024

Written & Summarized by: Jannik Lindner

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In this post, we explore the world of the most expensive red wines, from historical treasures like the 1787 Château Lafite believed to be owned by Thomas Jefferson to modern-day rarities like the sought-after 1945 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti. With prices ranging from $1,000 to $558,000 per bottle, these exquisite wines represent the epitome of luxury in the world of fine wines.

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"The 1787 Château Lafite, thought to be owned by Thomas Jefferson, sold for $156,450."

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"Only 600 bottles of the 1945 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti were made, increasing its rarity and value."

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"The 1961 Paul Jaboulet Aîné Hermitage La Chapelle can cost up to $15,000."

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"The 1947 Château Cheval Blanc sold for $304,375 at an auction in 2010, making it one of the priciest red wines ever."

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"A bottle of 1982 Château Lafite Rothschild costs about $10,000."

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"A bottle of 1999 Harlan Estate might cost you $1,000 to $2,000."

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"A Jeroboam of 1978 Romanée-Conti sold for $114,614 at Sotheby's."

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"The most expensive red wine in the world is the 1945 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, which sold for $558,000 at auction in 2018."

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"The 2015 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Grand Cru can cost up to $25,000."

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"The 2000 Screaming Eagle sells for approximately $3,000 a bottle."

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"A bottle of 1941 Inglenook Cabernet Sauvignon Napa Valley sold for $24,675."

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"The 1974 Heitz Martha’s Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon can sell for over $1,000."

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"The 2004 Penfolds Block 42 Kalimna Cabernet Sauvignon Ampoule costs around $168,000."

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"A bottle of Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 1992 sold for $500,000 at the Napa Valley Auction in 2000."

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"The 1985 Domaine Roumier Musigny Grand Cru can cost up to $99,000 per bottle."

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"The 2011 Château Petrus costs roughly $5,992 per bottle."

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"The 1990 Domaine Leroy Richebourg Grand Cru sells for around $20,000 a bottle."

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"A bottle of 1811 Château d’Yquem holds the Guinness World Record for the most expensive bottle of white wine sold at auction for $117,000, but it's noteworthy for comparison."

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"The 1951 Penfolds Grange Hermitage can reach prices of up to $50,000 per bottle."

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"The 1949 Domaine Leroy Richebourg Grand Cru sells for around $13,000 per bottle."

In conclusion, the world of fine red wines boasts an array of extraordinary and exorbitantly priced bottles, each with its own unique history and allure. From the iconic 1787 Château Lafite believed to be connected to Thomas Jefferson, to the exceptional rarity of the 1945 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, and the record-breaking auctions of wines like the 1947 Château Cheval Blanc and the 1945 Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, it is evident that wine enthusiasts are willing to pay top dollar for the most exceptional vintages. With prices ranging from a few thousand to hundreds of thousands of dollars per bottle, these wines stand as collector’s items that symbolize luxury, tradition, and the relentless pursuit of the perfect sip.