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2013 Krug Vintage Brut (90 Bottles)

Asset value
25.150,00 €
Earning potential
12.9%
Splints left
503/503
Investment horizon in years
5-7
Return-to-Risk Assessment
6/10
Performance since release
+0.0%

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Main reasons to invest

  • Return Potential: An investment of €500 could reach an estimated value of €1,170 in 7 years.

  • Cost-to-Return Ratio: With just 2.0% annual total costs, your net profit could be 12.9% per year.

  • Legendary Vintage: A rare investment-grade Champagne from a legendary vintage, offering exceptional aging potential, limited supply, near-perfect critic scores, and strong long-term value growth driven by scarcity and global luxury demand.

Description

Investment Case
Investment Thesis
 
Metric Value
Investment Horizon 5–7 Years (Target exit: 2031–2033)
Expected CAGR (Balanced) 12.9% p.a. after fees
Optimistic CAGR 17.5% p.a. after fees
Entry Basis -6.0% buffer to reference price
Sharpe Ratio 0.64
Value at Risk (VaR) 95.6% probability of exceeding initial investment after 7 years
Standard Deviation 19.5%
Number of Sales Points 60 comparable transactions
Risk Rating B, Moderate (vintage wine, market-dependent liquidity)
  • 5–7 Year Horizon: Planned exit between 2031 and 2033 to capture continued appreciation as the 2013 vintage matures and supply tightens through consumption.
  • 12.9% Net ROI p.a. (Balanced): Based on a probability-weighted scenario using historical Krug Vintage performance and the exceptional quality of the 2013 vintage, one of the best in decades.
  • 17.5% Net ROI p.a. (Ambitious): Reflects a stronger upside scenario supported by near-perfect critic scores, limited production volumes, and the wine's long-term aging potential.
  • ~6.0% Buffer to Reference Price: Entry pricing was verified below current market value after fees, supporting an attractive acquisition basis for this highly-rated vintage.
  • Market Benchmark: The 2013 vintage has received near-perfect scores from top critics and is characterized by exceptional acidity and precision from a cool growing season, positioning it as a legendary year comparable to acclaimed vintages like 2002 and 2008.
  • Sharpe Ratio of 0.64: Indicates a solid risk-adjusted return profile relative to expected appreciation over the investment horizon.
  • VaR 95.6%: Modelled probability that the asset value exceeds the initial investment after seven years, providing strong downside protection.
  • Standard Deviation (19.5%): Reflects moderate volatility typical of fine wine investments, with price movements influenced by vintage quality, consumption rates, and collector demand.
  • 60 Comparable Transactions: The investment case is supported by a robust dataset of comparable sales, providing reliable market validation and liquidity indicators for this prestigious Champagne.
Category
Why Invest in This Category?
 
Fine wine has established itself as a resilient alternative asset class. Investment-grade wines benefit from limited production, global collector demand, and the natural aging process that enhances both quality and scarcity over time. As bottles are consumed and supply decreases, the remaining inventory becomes increasingly valuable, supporting long-term price appreciation in the secondary market.
Asset Specifics
Why Invest in This Asset?
 

The 2013 Krug Vintage Brut represents a rare convergence of exceptional terroir, meticulous craftsmanship, and one of the most celebrated vintages in recent Champagne history. Krug's reputation for producing some of the world's most age-worthy and collectible prestige cuvées is built on decades of consistency, but the 2013 vintage stands apart as a generational release that critics and collectors alike have hailed as among the finest in decades.

Key Highlight
This offering of 90 bottles is acquired at a 6.0% buffer to reference price, providing immediate value capture on a vintage that spent over ten years in Krug's cellars before release and is already showing strong secondary market momentum.

What makes 2013 particularly compelling is its unique climatic profile. The latest harvest in over two decades resulted in a cool, extended growing season that delivered extraordinary phenolic maturity paired with vibrant acidity. This structural balance is the hallmark of wines built for long-term appreciation, as they evolve gracefully over 20 or more years rather than peaking early and plateauing.

Krug's production volumes are significantly smaller than other prestige houses, and as bottles are consumed, supply tightens rapidly. Historical precedent from previous legendary vintages like 2002 and 2008 shows sustained price appreciation as scarcity increases. Backed by LVMH and supported by near-perfect critical scores, the 2013 vintage benefits from both brand power and universal demand among high-end collectors and gastronomy.

For investors, this asset offers exposure to a blue-chip collectible with verified track record performance, disciplined entry pricing, and a clear path to value driven by vintage quality, brand strength, and structural scarcity.

 

Summary
Conclusion
 
The 2013 Krug Vintage Brut combines exceptional provenance, legendary craftsmanship, and scarcity-driven demand. As one of the finest vintages in decades with limited production and extended cellar aging, it offers compelling long-term appreciation potential. Its precision, elegance, and LVMH-backed prestige make it an outstanding collectible for discerning investors seeking blue-chip champagne exposure.

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Berghaus & Cie. GmbH

Berghaus & Cie. GmbH is a Cologne-based company that offers wine as an alternative investment. They trade in the world's most exclusive wines.

Additional details

Asset ID
76af51de-3b68-47c5-8587-0c4eba822c64
Name
Krug Vintage Brut
Year
2013
Origin
France
Region
Champagne
Type
Champagne
Grape
Pinot Noir 41%, Chardonnay 38%, Pinot Meunier 21%
Bottle size
0.75 l
Quantity
90
Rating
96+ Robert Parker

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