In the week ending October 17, 2025, Burgundy wines accounted for 35.5 % of traded value on Liv-ex, surpassing Bordeaux and signaling shifting preferences among collectors, according to the latest data.
Recent data from Liv-ex’s “News & Insights” reveals a change in trade dynamics: Burgundy now commands 35.5 % of weekly trade value, edging past Bordeaux.
This shift is notable, as Bordeaux has long dominated fine wine trading. Burgundy’s rise suggests renewed collector appetite for high-end Burgundian domaines and a willingness to reallocate capital amidst market volatility.
Beyond regional share, demand for individual French names has moved: Leroy’s Musigny cuvées, for example, featured prominently in top trades. Collectors appear gravitating toward small-lot, terroir-driven wines that combine rarity with prestige.
From a market-structural standpoint, scarcity and strong critical perception boost trade value. As Bordeaux offering expands and supply pressure grows, Burgundy’s limited availability strengthens its market position. This dynamic may spur early movement of top Burgundy names on secondary markets.
Looking ahead, if Burgundy maintains or increases share, it could pressure Bordeaux’s dominance and guide new collector strategies toward Burgundy allocations in portfolios.
Why Collectors Should Care:
• A sustained shift in trade share may influence mid-term price trends between regions.
• Collectors might find opportunity in emergent Burgundy names before broader recognition.
• The trend signals more discerning demand moving toward terroir-driven rarity.
Source: Liv-ex “Burgundy takes 36 % of trade value, led by Leroy Musigny” — Oct 17, 2025, https://www.liv-ex.com/news-insights/
