by nick
3. September 2010 18:30
Divers have discovered and have begun salvaging bottles of what could be the world's oldest champagne from a shipwreck off the coast of Finland near the Aland Islands
It was found in almost perfect conditions for champagne at a near constant temperature of four degrees centigrade, and out of direct sunlight. It was discovered in July and found to be drinkable! If a bottle is sent to World Marine Guide we would be happy to authenticate this claim
According to the BBC, the champagne was heading for Russian imperial court when the ship sank and if it is proven that the bottles were produced before 1825, it would be considered the world's oldest champagne and could make over £40,000 per bottle at auction.
Source BBC
http://www.worldmarineguide.com
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