Wine as an Investment
Alternative Asset Class
Fine wine has long been more than a pleasure — it is one of the world’s most resilient alternative assets. Leading benchmarks such as the Liv-ex Fine Wine Indices—including the Liv-ex 100 and 1000—track real transaction prices, offering a transparent, credible measure of how fine wine performs over time.
Store of Value
Over the past decades, such leading indices have often outperformed many traditional benchmarks, often showing lower volatility than equities and stronger resilience in times of macroeconomic uncertainty.
Disclaimer
At Schmidt & Co., we neither manage funds nor provide licensed investment advice. However, we are collectors, curators, and enthusiasts — sharing our passion and experience with those who, like us, view wine not only as a source of enjoyment but as a store of value. For personalized financial advice, please consult an investment professional.
Our Values
Quality
The foundation of everything we do. We uphold uncompromising standards by working solely with our own capital and sourcing directly from producers or trusted, time-honored merchants.
Authenticity
Every wine we select speaks of heritage and place. Pedigree, tradition, and craftsmanship guide our choices, ensuring each bottle reflects both origin and integrity.
Worth
Fine wine is more than a pleasure — it is an asset. With proven resilience and solid returns, carefully chosen vintages preserve value and offer stability in an uncertain world.
Intelligent Enjoyment
At the heart of it all is passion: the art of living well, of savoring nature’s gifts and human mastery with poise, elegance, and joy.
