Sotheby’s said its wine and spirits division generated US$127.5 million in sales in 2025, up nearly 12% from a year earlier and double the level recorded a decade ago. Read More
Auction
A Chinese entrepreneur set a new record at the annual Hospices de Beaune wine auction after paying €400,000 for the Pièce des Présidents, the event’s headline charity barrel. Read More
American wine auction house Zachys has reportedly closed its Hong Kong office after 17 years of operation, marking a shocking retreat from Asia's key fine wine hub. Read More
The third instalment of Iconic Wines from Joseph Lau opened Christie’s achieved HK$72.89 million (US$9.35 million) in total —more than double its presale estimate—and a 100% sell-through rate. Read More
Hong Kong real estate magnate and billionaire collector Joseph Lau is set to auction the third instalment of his prized wine cellar later this month, following two blockbuster sales that together fetched over US$16 million. Read More
These appointments signal Bonhams’ expansion in the wine business in Asia, in conjunction with the launch of its new Asia headquarters in Hong Kong on October 14. Read More
Taiwanese billionaire Wood Chen, brother of Pierre Chen, is at the center of a NT$1 billion fake wine scandal that is sending shockwaves through Taiwan's wine collecting circles. Read More
The prestigious Hospices de Beaune charity wine auction, a historic event dating back to 1859, concluded its 163rd edition on Monday with remarkable success, securing €23,279,800 (approximately US$25.4 million). Read More
Bonhams has announced the promotion of Diego Lanza as Head of Whisky, Asia to lead lead all Bonhams whisky business in the region and expand the company’s presence in this competitive market. Read More
The 62nd Hospices de Nuits-Saint-Georges wine auction held on 12 March at the Château du Clos de Vougeot achieved a record price of €3,603,000, a 45% increase from 2022, blosted by the "generous" and "authentic" 2022 vintage. Read More