Wines by Bottle Size: Magnums, Large Formats and Collectible Bottles

This page brings together a selection of wines organised by bottle size, from the classic 75 cl format to magnums and larger bottles. It offers a clear way to explore the catalogue through an essential criterion for wine lovers, collectors and carefully built cellars: the format of the bottle, its role at the table and its influence on the wine’s evolution over time.

Bottle size is not only a matter of service or presentation. It can also influence the way a wine develops in the cellar. In larger formats, the proportion of oxygen under the cork is generally lower in relation to the volume of wine, which often encourages a slower and more gradual evolution. This explains the particular interest in magnums and large formats for age-worthy wines, especially from Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne and other leading wine regions.

Main Wine Bottle Formats

• Classic bottle 75 cl — The most widely used format, suited to precise tastings, table service and the gradual building of a balanced cellar.
• Magnum 1.5 L — A reference format for collectors and lovers of cellaring wines. It is particularly well suited to larger tables and often allows for a slower evolution than a standard 75 cl bottle.
• Double Magnum 3 L — A large format appreciated for wines intended for cellaring or for service at larger tables. In Champagne, the equivalent 3 L format is generally known as a Jeroboam.
• Jeroboam — A name whose capacity varies depending on the region: 3 L in Champagne and often 4.5 L in Bordeaux. This format holds a particular place in private cellars and formal table service.
• Rehoboam 4.5 L or 6 L — Depending on regional usage, this name can refer to different capacities. It remains associated with large formats valued for their presence, ageing potential and more limited availability.
• Methuselah, Salmanazar, Balthazar, Nebuchadnezzar — Very large formats, mainly found in Champagne and certain regions. Their availability is limited and depends strongly on the estate, house and vintage.

The names of large-format bottles are not always uniform from one region to another. The same designation may refer to different capacities depending on whether it is used in Champagne, Bordeaux or other appellations. It is therefore useful to consider both the name of the format and its exact volume when selecting a bottle.

Choosing a Bottle Size According to Context

The 75 cl bottle remains the most versatile format, suitable for a focused tasting as well as for a meal in a smaller setting. The magnum offers greater breadth, both in terms of service and cellaring, and is often a relevant choice for wines intended to age. Larger formats, naturally more limited, are especially suited to structured cellars, tables with several guests or collectors wishing to keep certain vintages under conditions that favour a slower evolution.

In Bordeaux, large formats are often sought after for their ageing capacity and steady development. In Burgundy, magnums from recognised domaines hold a special place among collectors due to their limited production. In Champagne, large formats combine quality of service, progressive maturation and a distinctive presence at the table, while remaining dependent on the specific availability of each house or grower.

Refine Your Wine Selection

• Search by bottle size: 75 cl, magnum, double magnum, Jeroboam and large formats
• Search by wine region: Bordeaux, Burgundy, Champagne, Rhône, Italy, Spain and other origins
• Search by estate, château, maison or producer
• Search by vintage, appellation or grape variety
• Search by critical rating or ageing potential

This selection allows you to approach wine through its format, whether you are looking for a bottle for near-term drinking, a magnum to place in the cellar or a large format from a sought-after estate. The choice depends on the number of guests, the style of wine, its age, its ageing potential and the role the bottle is intended to play within a collection.

Browse our wines by bottle size and explore a selection of classic bottles, magnums, large formats and rare formats from recognised estates, châteaux and maisons.