Magnum wine bottle: the 1.5-litre large format

The magnum is the most emblematic of large wine formats: a 1.5-litre bottle, equivalent to 2 standard 75 cl bottles. Appreciated for its elegance, conviviality and ageing potential, it holds a privileged place both at the table and in the cellar.

With its generous capacity, a magnum can serve around 10 glasses, making it an ideal format for sharing the same wine during a dinner, reception or celebration. More generous than a standard bottle without being imposing, it offers a particularly appealing balance of presence, practicality and refinement.

A preferred format for ageing

The magnum is especially valued for the way wine evolves over time. Thanks to a more favourable ratio between the volume of wine and the amount of oxygen beneath the cork, it generally encourages slower and more harmonious maturation than a standard 75 cl bottle. This measured development helps preserve freshness, structure and aromatic complexity in fine wines over the years.

• Capacity — 1.5 litres, equivalent to 2 bottles of 75 cl.
• Service — Around 10 glasses, depending on the pour.
• Uses — Festive meals, dinners, gifts, ageing cellars and collections.
• Associated wines — Bordeaux, Burgundy, Rhône Valley, Champagne and other major wine regions.

The magnum: elegance and conviviality

At the table, the magnum appeals as much through its appearance as through its purpose. It allows several guests to be served from the same bottle, in the same vintage and with a beautiful unity of tasting. Its format naturally draws the eye and gives service a more generous dimension, while retaining the discretion expected of a fine wine.

Often chosen for exceptional cuvées and wines intended to age, the magnum is also sought after by enthusiasts and collectors. Its more limited availability compared with standard bottles reinforces its appeal, particularly when it comes to renowned estates, remarkable vintages or rare cuvées.

Magnums, provenance and preservation

For an older magnum or one from a sought-after vintage, preservation remains essential. The wine level, provenance, storage conditions, as well as the integrity of the cork and capsule, should all be examined with care. These criteria are decisive when assessing the potential of a bottle intended for ageing.

Our selection of magnums highlights bottles chosen for their origin, condition, ageing potential and interest both at the table and in the cellar. Whether it is a celebratory champagne, a structured fine red wine, a gastronomic white or a rare vintage, the magnum remains one of the most elegant formats for giving, sharing and cellaring.