The Champagne market is adapting to a complex economic climate, having recorded a -12% decrease in average price over the last three years, a decline less severe than that of Burgundy and Bordeaux, according to a new December 2025 report.
While Champagne has shown strong resilience due to its high consumer recognition and widespread distribution, the economic climate has impacted prices. Over the same period, Burgundy prices fell by 29% and Bordeaux by 13%. However, confidence scores fell the least for family-owned maisons (-1.6%), which also achieved the highest average critic score (94.2/100). Confidence in the Grandes Marques (which already had the lowest scores) fell by an average of 10%. This data indicates a structural shift where quality and ownership are becoming primary value drivers.
Source: Harpers Wine & Spirit Trade News (Wine Lister Report), 2025-12-08
