Is this a joke? It’s only gotten worse with 2012 over 2008. It hasn’t worked that way in over 2 years. The answer to your question is, yes.
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I suspect there will be a reckoning after New Years…K&L has 300 champagnes listed, brands like Comtes and Grand Siecle have been for sale at twice what they were going for 3-5 years ago, countless “no name” “grower” producers with organic, biodynamic, phase of the moon, micro dosage “your style here” cuvees that all seem to be $100.
We are at a weird phase right now where inflation has hard hit our staples as well as luxury goods. I don’t think it is sustainable. Maybe not until after Valentines Day, but I’m anticipating some blow out sales. Unfortunately, “blow out” prices in today’s economy is just the old prices from 2019.
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$240 @ BottleList for those so inclined…
Lopa sent an offer for $210 per.
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BI just sent out an offer at $1025 per 6. Only 25 cases though and I’d imagine it will get scooped up quick by those with a relationship.
(FYI BI’s original miniscule offer in Nov was $790 per 6)
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Email from Crush. $219
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The part I loved most about that offer was “Compare at $225-250” implying we should be excited by a $5 savings.
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Anyone here buying at these prices?
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I would if I hadn’t gotten a couple of cases at first tranche. I missed 08 first tranche and was frustrated about the $190 second wave prices, but bought a case anyway. Turned out that was the lowest I’d ever see again and glad to have at least one case. At least buy some or you might get shut out completely.
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Yes. I don’t source from Europe nor do I get these deep discounted offers that some get. So if I have interest and it’s the WSP low, I’ll get a couple bottles.
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good advice and I have the same story. Was waiting for lower pricing and it took off. Ended up buying at higher price.
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I just picked up a 6-pack offered to me for $175/btl. Seems like a really good deal considering all of the other pricing!
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Yes for sure!
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Finally saw 2012 and price to retail is $180 up $25. Restaurant price is a bit more aggressive yet nothing like 2008.
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Price to retail = what the store sells it for or what the store buys it for?
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What they buy it for.
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Just got another offer at $137.50 from BI Wine ex-UK
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What’s that end up all-in? I haven’t ventured into international purchasing.
Thanks
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This chart is very telling. The dollar has lost ground against the Pound since the start of the year, but the drop in Pounds has been more than enough to offset that. BI had about 50 cases maybe a month ago but the local stock appears to have dried up.
Flickinger has 10 cases of 12 bottles of 12 Comtes at $2172/case. Best Price I’ve seen in some time