Beaune Wine Auction Falls Short Despite Star-Studded Appeal

The historic charity wine auction in Burgundy raised significantly less than previous years, impacted by a limited number of lots and challenging weather conditions.

• The 164th Hospices de Beaune wine auction raised just under €14 million, well below the 2022 record of €29 million.
• Stars like Eva Longoria and Jean Reno participated to boost bids, but the top lot sold for €360,000, plus a €100,000 donation.
• Proceeds from the top lot will support Médecins Sans Frontières and the Global Gift Foundation, with funds targeted at combating dengue fever in Honduras.
• The auction featured only 445 lots, the second-lowest in its history, due to a reduced harvest from adverse weather conditions.
• Despite lower total sales, the average price per piece increased by 2.5% from last year, reflecting ongoing strong demand for Burgundy wines.

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Le Figaro Ouest-France