Many 1982s have appreciated more than 1,000 percent since their initial futures price. Wine Spectator The Nov. 30 cover of Wine Spectator provides a striking illustration of why some investors are adding cabernet and bordeaux to their financial portfolios. It's so boutique that most people can't get their hands on them.
Experts offer the following tips for building a wine portfolio.
Be prepared to invest some capital in caring for your investment. This is critical, experts say, because if the wine is not stored properly it can go bad and collectors can pick up telltale hints without popping the cork. Shops like the Duke of Bourbon can help with the arrangements. In general focus on reds, said winemaker Long. It's going to be bordeaux and a handful of California wines.