Our Wine Journal

Our musings about the notable and newsworthy.

Every day we meet great people and extraordinary product.

From time to time we reflect these experiences in our Wine Journal to share with you. In doing so, we hope to develop a library of useful information that can benefit anyone who wishes to explore the mystical world of wine with us.

by Peter Newport - Jul 26, 2024 A major auction of some of the world's best wines is coming to Queenstown in October, with many of the wines being local. The auction will run over Labour Weekend (October 25 to 27) and involve approximately 300 auction lots...

There has never been a more opportune time to invest in the world's most iconic wines. Over the past two years, these prestigious wines have reached their lowest price levels, presenting a unique buying opportunity.   We believe the fine wine market is on the brink of...

  In the first three weeks of June, we hosted two successful auctions: Early Winter Live Auction and Mid-Year Festive Online Auction. The Early Winter Live Auction was streamed from our Eden Terrace office, where we welcomed some familiar faces from our lovely wine community in the...

While broader economic indicators presented a mixed bag, wine market in March showed optimism for price stability, overall our auction results of first quarter 2024 showed some improvement compared to the previous quarter. Our Summer Online Auction concluded on 3rd of March offered some top quality...

The fine wine market's dynamics, from Champagne's subtle decline to Italy’s strong resilience, reflect the intricate interplay of supply, demand, and investor sentiment. Select Bordeaux and Burgundy producers saw strong demand in the early months of 2024, mirroring the broader economic narrative of cautious optimism and...

As we bid farewell to another remarkable year at The Wine Auction Room, it is with great pleasure that we present our end-of-year sales review for the period spanning January to December 2023. The past twelve months have been marked by exceptional growth, unwavering enthusiasm...

In the ever-evolving world of investment opportunities, wine has emerged as a sophisticated and rewarding choice for investors seeking diversity and potential for growth. While the concept of investing in wine may seem unconventional to some, there are compelling reasons why this age-old tradition is...

The stagnant performance in global fine wine market in Q3 is an interesting trend we’re seeing here locally.  With prices stabilising towards the end of this quarter, we’re seeing enticing opportunities for wine investors. When considering fine wine for an investment, this current dip may...

 

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