👑 Right Bank Elites Maintain Auction Premium Over Left Bank First Growths
The ultra-elite Right Bank estates like Pétrus and Cheval Blanc have generally demonstrated greater price stability and higher ceiling values compared to the larger volume Left Bank First Growths in recent auctions. This reflects a persistent collector focus on wines defined by extreme rarity and established luxury brand prestige.
🥂 Champagne Outperforms Bordeaux in Market Resilience and Scarcity Value
While Bordeaux remains the largest category by trade volume, Champagne has demonstrably performed better against the recent market downturn, showing stronger price resilience and greater scarcity-driven demand in the most recent trading periods of 2025.
Quilceda Creek Buys 17-Acre Red Mountain Vineyard from Duckhorn
Quilceda Creek, one of Washington state’s most elite Cabernet Sauvignon producers, has purchased a 17-acre vineyard in Red Mountain from the Duckhorn Portfolio. The purchase price was not disclosed.
Ste. Michelle CEO Shawn Conway Moves to Lead Far Niente Wine Estates
Ste. Michelle Wine Estates CEO Shawn Conway is moving to take the helm at rival U.S. wine group Far Niente Wine Estates. Conway takes on the role of permanent chief executive at the Napa Valley-based company, following the retirement of former CEO Steve Spadarotto in January.
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