Where can I sell my champagne for a high price? 6 recommended ways to sell champagne

Alcohol buying has become a trend in recent years. Champagne in particular is a luxury item, and is attracting attention as a drink that can be expected to be bought at a high price. However, when it comes to selling champagne, many people are troubled by the idea that "I don't know where to sell it" or "There is no store nearby that I can use, so I can't go and sell it."
In this article, we will introduce recommended purchasing methods and examples of champagne that are likely to be purchased at high prices for those who are worried about purchasing champagne.

From in-store purchases to apps! 6 recommended ways to buy champagne

1st place: In-store purchase

For those who want to sell champagne at a high price, we recommend the first place: a store specializing in buying alcohol . A store specializing in buying alcohol is a shop that specializes in buying and appraising alcohol, and has appraisers with extensive knowledge of alcohol on staff. You can receive a thorough appraisal from staff who are knowledgeable about champagne, such as former sommeliers, so even those who are not very knowledgeable about champagne can feel at ease when requesting a purchase.
Another advantage of in-store purchases is that the transaction is made on the spot, so you can turn your champagne into cash right away . You can easily use the purchase appraisal service even for just one bottle.
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2nd place: Mail-order purchase

Mail-order purchase is a method of appraisal by using a delivery company to send champagne to a specialty alcohol purchase store . Unlike in-store purchase, the big point is that it can be used from home. For example, it is a recommended purchase method for those who do not have a store nearby or whose store's business hours are not convenient .
In the case of mail-order purchases, the client will not meet the appraiser face-to-face. If you are unsure about the purchase, it is a good idea to confirm the details in advance by phone or email. In addition , in most cases, payment is made by bank transfer, so be sure to have a bank account that can be used .
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3rd place: On-site purchase

On-site purchase is a method of appraisal where an appraiser is called to your home to appraise your champagne, rather than visiting the shop yourself. For example, it is suitable for people who have a large amount of champagne and find it difficult to carry it to the store , or for people who want to organize their entire champagne collection . On-site purchase allows you to leave the champagne at home and have it appraised, and the appraiser will also handle moving and transporting it. Even if you are unsure about handling high-end champagne, on-site purchase allows you to sell your champagne safely and securely.
On the other hand, unlike in-store purchases and mail-order purchases, which are easy to use at any time, you need to coordinate your schedule with the appraiser for on-site purchases, so keep that in mind. Also, there are restrictions on the area and number of bottles that can be handled, so be sure to clarify the type and amount of champagne you want to sell before contacting a liquor purchase specialty store .
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4th place: Auction sites

You can also put up champagne on auction sites. Buyers set prices for the champagne you put up, and the successful bid is then decided. Since the buyers are setting the price, you can expect a high price if it is a famous champagne from a popular brand .
However, since it takes time from listing to winning the bid, it is not suitable for those who want to sell their champagne in a hurry. Also, keep in mind that there may be cases where no buyers are found. Auction sites are a method for those who want to sell expensive champagne at a good price, even if it takes time .

5th place: Flea market apps

You can sell champagne on flea market apps just like you can on auction sites. However, unlike auction sites, the advantage is that you can set your own price . If you have the right knowledge about champagne, you can expect to sell at a high price.
On the other hand, if you are not familiar with champagne, you may end up losing money on the price, so be careful. There is also the possibility that buyers may complain about the condition of the champagne or the way it is packaged, which can lead to problems. In order to sell champagne using a flea market app, it is essential to have the right knowledge about champagne .

6th place: Recycle shop

A recycle shop is a store that buys all kinds of unwanted items. The usage and system are similar to alcohol buying specialty stores, but since they are not specialized in alcohol, the appraisal value may be low. If you want to sell high-end champagne at a high price, be careful.
Recycle shops are suitable for people who don't care about the price and just want to sell champagne nearby, or for people who want to sell it together with other unwanted items . Think carefully about where you should sell your champagne based on your purpose and needs.

Why is champagne so expensive to buy?

1. Only things that meet strict rules can be called champagne

Champagne is a type of sparkling wine. In fact, only a small portion of sparkling wines can be called "champagne", and only those that meet the strict rules set by AOC (Appellation d'Origine) are recognized as champagne . Therefore, all bottles of champagne are generally of high quality, and often fetch high prices when appraised.
Champagne is made in the Champagne region of France, and is known for its fine bubbles and smooth texture, which are the result of secondary fermentation in the bottle . There are rules regarding the grapes used and the ageing period, and it is made using grapes such as Pinot Noir, Meunier, and Chardonnay, and is aged for at least 15 months.

2. There are many high-end brands that are popular in the nightlife and party scenes

Champagne made in the Champagne region of France is also popular in Japan. There are many so-called "luxury brands" and they are often popular in the nightlife and party scenes such as clubs and cabaret clubs. It has a particularly glamorous image among high-end alcoholic drinks, and the price tends to rise.
For example, in host clubs and cabaret clubs, champagne is offered at prices dozens of times higher than the retail price . It tends to fetch a high price on the market, so it also tends to fetch a high price when purchased.

3. Some bottles are decades away from being ready to drink

High-end champagne has great potential and can withstand years or even decades of aging . In fact, there are some bottles that taste better with long aging, and some champagnes are said to be ready to drink for decades to come.
Bottles of champagne that can be stored for a long time and enjoyed in the future are often priced above the list price. The more time that passes since the release of a popular champagne, the more valuable it becomes and the higher the price tends to be.

7 popular brands with high purchase prices, including Dom Pérignon and Angel

1. Dom Pérignon

• Purchase price: From around 17,000 yen (for Dom Perignon white)

Dom Pérignon is the king of luxury champagne, affectionately known as "Dom Perignon." This champagne was hugely popular during the bubble era, and is still popular in nightlife and high-end restaurants today. It is an elaborate champagne that is aged for a long time, and is only produced in years when the grapes are of good quality. In addition to the classic bottle "Dom Perignon White," other popular bottles include "Dom Perignon Rose," "Dom Perignon Enotheque," and "Dom Perignon P2."

2. Armand de Brignac

• Purchase price: From around 24,000 yen (for Armand de Brignac Gold)

Armand de Bourignac is a popular brand known for its colorful bottle design and spade-shaped icon. Commonly known as "Armand," it is loved mainly in the nightlife district, such as cabaret clubs. It is a brand that has become increasingly popular in recent years, and the purchase price has also risen . The purchase price for the standard bottle, Armand Gold, is about 24,000 yen, and rare bottles and limited editions can be expected to be even more expensive.

3. Angel Champagne

• Purchase price: From around 18,000 yen (for Angel Brut)

Angel Champagne is a popular champagne with an angel wing motif design. The original presentation box is popular, and if it comes with a box, the appraisal value tends to be high . Of course, it is highly rated not only for its appearance but also for its taste, and it has won many prestigious awards.
Even the classic bottle of Angel Brut has a purchase price of around 18,000 yen, and popular bottles such as Vintage Red and Vintage Blue can be valued at over 70,000 yen if they are complete.

4. Krug

• Purchase price: From around 36,000 yen (for vintage Krug)

Krug is a popular brand known as the emperor of champagne . It is a brand produced by a long-established champagne house and is loved all over the world. It has many enthusiastic fans called Krugists, and since there are many buyers, the appraisal value tends to be high.
The bottles that command particularly high valuations are the "Clos d'Anhoney" made only from Pinot Noir and the rare "Clos du Mesnil." These bottles can be valued at hundreds of thousands of yen.

5. Perrier-Jouet

• Purchase price: From around 16,500 yen (for Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque)

Perrier-Jouet is a long-established maison founded in 1811. The prestige cuvée series "Belle Epoque" is particularly popular and tends to fetch high prices. The Belle Epoque series of Perrier-Jouet is characterized by the anemone flower design , and its elegant acidity makes it a popular champagne among women.
Perrier-Jouet's Belle Epoque series includes limited edition items, and the rarer the bottle, the higher the price it tends to fetch.

6. Somei

• Purchase price: From around 14,000 yen (for Somei Brut)

Soumei Champagne is the most popular brand in cabaret clubs. It has become well-known due to influencers spreading the word, and its price has been rising in recent years .
It has a flashy impression because it is popular in clubs, but it is also characterized by its very elegant taste and strong structure. There are also bottles such as "Somei Black" and "Somei Rose", both of which are eligible for high purchase prices.

7. Moet & Chandon

• Purchase price: From around 3,200 yen (for Brut)

Moet & Chandon is a popular champagne that is affectionately known as Moet-Champagne. It has a wide lineup, including the dry "Brut" as well as unique bottles such as "Rose," "Nectar," and "Ice."
It is a familiar brand that is not particularly difficult to obtain, but due to its overwhelming name recognition and popularity, it tends to have a stable appraisal value .

What are the characteristics of champagne that sells for a high price?

Vintage champagne is made from grapes from a single year.

There are two types of champagne: non-vintage and vintage. Whereas non-vintage is made using grapes from multiple years, vintage champagne is made using grapes from only one year . Vintage champagne is usually only made in years when the grapes are of good quality , and is often priced higher than non-vintage.
You can tell the vintage of a champagne by looking at the label. Champagne with an age listed is vintage champagne.

It is a champagne from a good year.

Among vintage champagne, those from years known as "good years" are especially valuable. A good year is a year in which the grapes were of good quality , and the champagne will have a special taste.
Good years for champagne include 2008, 2004 , 2002, 2001, 2000, 1999, and 1998. Champagne from good years tends to be more expensive.

Prestige Cuvee is particularly prestigious

Prestige Cuvee is the pride and joy of the Champagne House. It is a particularly prestigious series among the many in the lineup , and is a special champagne that the producer has a special attachment to.
For example , among the champagnes produced by the popular producer Louis Roederer, the one called "Crystal" is a prestige cuvée. Most prestige cuvée champagnes are only produced in special years or are made by hand, so they tend to have a high original price and are often subject to high prices when purchased.

The production volume is low to begin with, so it is highly valuable

Among champagne brands and series that are produced in small quantities tend to be expensive due to their rarity. One famous brand of rare champagne is "Salon".
Rare champagne is not only expensive at present, but the price also tends to rise over time. If you let it sit in your home cellar for a while and then try to sell it, you may be able to get a higher price than you expected .

Tips for getting a high price for your champagne

Generally, unopened bottles are subject to appraisal.

Only unopened bottles of champagne are eligible for purchase . This is true not only for champagne, but for all alcoholic beverages. Once a bottle has been opened, it cannot be purchased, so please enjoy it yourself.
Also, even if the bottle or cork is unopened, the price may be reduced if there are scratches on it, so be careful. The secret to high prices is to store the bottles carefully .

Best stored in a wine cellar

Champagne is a drink that is sensitive to temperature changes. If you store it in a high temperature place or in direct sunlight, it will deteriorate, so try to store it in a cool, dark place.
Champagne should ideally be stored at a temperature of around 10 degrees , with the bottle turned sideways and quietly stored . If possible, it is a good idea to store it in a dedicated cellar.
If you don't have a wine cellar and you store it in the refrigerator, we recommend storing it in the vegetable compartment, where it doesn't get too cold . Store it wrapped in newspaper, lying down. Champagne is also sensitive to vibrations. Try to limit the frequency of opening and closing the door as much as possible, and be careful not to expose it to unnecessary shocks.

Let's rely on a professional with extensive champagne knowledge

The price of champagne varies depending on the maker and series. Even if the champagne has the same name, the price and evaluation may differ depending on the vintage. In order to trade at the correct price according to the market, it is important to rely on a professional with extensive champagne knowledge.
By getting an appraisal from a professional appraiser before making a purchase request, you can reduce the possibility of losing money on the price or having trouble . If you are unsure about the price, we recommend requesting comparative quotes from multiple companies .

Frequently asked questions about buying champagne

Q. Can you buy champagne that is scratched or dirty?

A. The appraisal value will be lower, but we may be able to purchase the item. Please contact us first.
Champagne will be purchased at a higher price if it is in as good a condition as possible. However, even if it has some dirt or scratches, it does not mean that it cannot be purchased immediately. The appraisal value may be reduced, but there are many cases where it can be purchased, so please contact us first.
If you trade damaged champagne on a flea market app, it may result in complaints or problems. It is best to ask a professional appraiser to appraise the item.

Q. I want to know what I need to bring when I buy something.

A. Please bring an ID to verify your identity.
When purchasing alcohol, you will need to bring the actual product as well as identification to verify your identity. Please be sure to bring something that can be used, such as a driver's license, health insurance card, My Number card, or passport.
Please note that those under the age of 20 cannot purchase alcohol.

For champagne purchase requests and inquiries, please contact Linksus, the liquor purchase specialist store.

If you want to sell your high-end champagne safely, we recommend using a liquor purchase specialist store. The liquor purchase specialist store Linksus is currently strengthening its champagne purchases, so please feel free to contact us.
Linkusus offers three types of champagne purchase: in-store purchase , mail-order purchase , and on-site purchase . All of these options are available at no cost to the customer.
In addition, Linkuss purchases not only champagne, but also various types of alcohol such as wine, whiskey, sake, and shochu. If you have alcohol other than champagne that you would like to sell, please feel free to contact us.
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summary

Only those that meet certain criteria can be called Champagne, which is why all bottles are high quality and highly rated, and tend to sell for high prices.
There are some brands and series that can be sold at high prices if stored for a long time, so if you're looking to turn your champagne into cash, we recommend that you consider using our purchase appraisal service.