01/04/2026
Just welcomed our first Karuizawa bottle into storage. A client picked up this Spirit Asama at auction for £670 all-in - quite a jump from its original £63 RRP.
What's fascinating is how "reasonable" this feels in today's Karuizawa market. Recent record-breaking sales make this vatting of 1999 and 2000 vintages seem almost accessible.
When bottles command these prices, climate-controlled storage with full insurance becomes essential. We've documented every detail and provided a current valuation for our client's records.
What are your thoughts on Karuizawa's pricing trajectory?