Top 10 Most Expensive Wines In The World: Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 1992 And More

By Ridam Sharma
Tue, 04 Mar 2025 06:47 PM (IST)

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Most Expensive Wines In The World: People across the globe see wine as a symbol of luxury and exclusivity. Wine enthusiasts classify wine according to its aromas and flavours. There are plenty of wines in the market, including red wine, white wine, rosé wine, sparkling wine and fortified wine. Wine tasting is one such event that not only promotes social bonds but also adds to the craze for wine across the globe. Its richness and diversity have made it an age-old favourite among enthusiasts and socialites. Some of these luxury bottles sell with hefty price tags and the reasons are their scarcity, history and high-end quality. Therefore, we have curated a list of the world's top 10 most expensive wines, which reflect their incredible value.

List of world's top 10 most expensive wines:

Rank	Wine Name	Vintage	Price (USD)	Region	Key Feature
1	Domaine de la Romanée-Conti Grand Cru	1945	$558,000	Burgundy	Limited production (600 bottles)
2	Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon	1992	$500,000	California	Charity auction rarity
3	Jeroboam of Château Mouton-Rothschild	1945	$310,000	Bordeaux	WWII victory vintage
4	Château Cheval Blanc	1947	$305,000	Saint-Émilion	Iconic Bordeaux vintage
5	Shipwrecked Heidsieck	1907	$275,000	Champagne	Salvaged from shipwreck
6	Château Lafite-Rothschild	1869	$230,000	Bordeaux	Rare Vintage
7	Château Margaux	1787	$225,000	Bordeaux	Linked to Thomas Jefferson
8	Domaine Leroy Musigny Grand Cru	1990	$224,000	Burgundy	Critically acclaimed
9	Penfolds Block 42 Kalimna Ampoule	N/A	$168,000	Australia	Unique ampoule packaging
10	Château d’Yquem	1811	$120,000	Bordeaux	Long-lived dessert wine

1. Domaine de la Romanée-Conti, Romanée-Conti Grand Cru 1945 – ₹48,64,728

This Burgundy wine is the most costly wine bottle ever sold. Just 600 bottles were made in 1945 because phylloxera had ravaged vines soon after its harvest. Its deep flavours and historical value make it a dream for any wine collector.

2. Screaming Eagle Cabernet Sauvignon 1992 – ₹43,58,000

This Californian wine attained its value at a charity auction in Napa Valley in 2000. Its rarity and unfiltered method of production make it very valuable.

3. Jeroboam of Château Mouton-Rothschild 1945 – ₹27,02,960

A victory tribute to the Allies during World War II, this Bordeaux wine is known for its superior quality and historical importance. The bottle in question is equivalent to six regular bottles and was sold at an auction at a very high price.

4. Château Cheval Blanc 1947 – ₹26,59,880

This wine from Saint-Émilion is one of the finest ever made in the Bordeaux region. With only a handful of bottles left, this wine is quite prized among other connoisseurs.

5. Shipwrecked 1907 Heidsieck – ₹23,98,900

It finds its worth owing to an unprecedented history, it got saved from a World War I-era shipwreck after staying more than 80 years underwater.

6. Château Lafite-Rothschild 1869 – ₹20,05,868

Sold in Hong Kong in 2010, this Bordeaux wine icon left auction-goers shocked at its record-breaking price. Its expensive status and relative scarcity among Asian investors pushed its price higher.

7. Château Margaux 1787 – ₹19,61,100

This bottle has a connection to Thomas Jefferson, who bought it as ambassador to France. Unfortunately, it was mistakenly crushed before it was sold but is one of the most legendary wines that never got sold.

8. Domaine Leroy Musigny Grand Cru 1990 – ₹19,53,584

Acclaimed for having minuscule production and critics' perfect scores, this wine from Burgundy is a connoisseur's fantasy. With its rarity and quality, this is one of the world's most expensive wines.

9. Penfolds Block 42 Kalimna Ampoule – ₹14,64,288

The Australian wine comes in a hand-blown glass ampoule and with an elite experience: a senior winemaker personally breaks it open for you.

10. Château d'Yquem 1811 – ₹10,46,592

This Bordeaux dessert wine from Sauternes is popular for its remarkable longevity and sweetness. One bottle was purchased for £75,000 ($120,000) by a sommelier who intended to consume it on his work anniversary.