Discovered: 19th-Century Swedish Shipwreck Yields Over 100 Bottles of Champagne

19th-century Swedish shipwreck discovered off coast of Sweden
Baltictech working with Sodertorn University and maritime archaeologist Johan Roennby to explore wreck further
Champagne may carry Louis Roederer label, produced between 1850-1867
Experts believe some Champagne can last generations if metal casing has not deteriorated
Historians believe ship could have been destined for Tsar Alexander II of Russia
Mineral water also found, treated as valuable commodity in those days
Over 100 bottles of champagne found on board
Polish diving group Baltictech made find
Discovered: 19th-Century Swedish Shipwreck Yields Over 100 Bottles of Champagne

A 19th-century shipwreck was discovered off the coast of Sweden by the Polish diving group Baltictech. The team, led by Tomasz Stachura, made an exciting find as they explored the wreck - over 100 bottles of champagne were on board.

The well-preserved sailing ship, which is in good condition despite being underwater for centuries, was found to be carrying a treasure trove of historical items. Along with the champagne, there were crates of mineral water and porcelain.

Historians believe that the ship could have been destined for Tsar Alexander II of Russia. The Champagne bottles may carry the renowned Louis Roederer label, as historians have estimated that they were produced between 1850-1867.

The mineral water was also a valuable commodity in those days and was treated almost like medicine. It is believed that transports of mineral water were escorted by the police due to its high value.

Baltictech is currently working with Soödertörn University in Sweden and Johan Roennby, a maritime archaeologist, to explore the wreck further and potentially retrieve some of the bottles. The team is awaiting permission from Swedish authorities to proceed with their research.

This isn't the first time that old wine has been discovered in shipwrecks. In 2011, a 170-year-old bottle of Veuve Clicquot Champagne was pulled up from the bottom of the Baltic Sea and went up for auction with a guide price of over $145,000.

Experts believe that if the metal casing over the cork has not deteriorated, some Champagne can last generations. The main factor in whether or not the wine is still drinkable is whether or not the metal casing has held up.

The discovery of this shipwreck and its treasure trove of champagne bottles is a reminder of the rich history that lies beneath the waves.


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  • Exact location of the shipwreck not specified in article
  • No confirmation if Louis Roederer label is present on all bottles

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Baltic Sea shipwreck from 19th century found with 'more than 100 bottles of Champagne'

USA Today Monday, 29 July 2024 00:00
  • Unique Points
    • A 19th-century shipwreck was discovered off the coast of Sweden by Baltictech diving group.
    • , The roughly 100 bottles of mineral water were produced between 1850-1867 by Selters, a German company still in business.
    • Historians believe the ship could have been destined for Tsar Alexander II of Russia and may have carried a renowned Louis Roederer Champagne label.
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Divers found cases of 150-year-old sparkling wine in a shipwreck off the coast of Sweden — and it might still be drinkable

Business Insider Mia Jankowicz Tuesday, 30 July 2024 04:11
  • Unique Points
    • Divers discovered a well-preserved 19th-century sailing ship off the coast of Sweden.
    • The ship contained over 100 bottles of sparkling wine, possibly Louis Roederer Champagne.
    • Experts estimate the wine was produced between 1850 and 1867.
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Divers discover 19th-century shipwreck laden with 100 champagne bottles

The Fixing Site: A Summary of the Article. Jennifer Hassan Thursday, 25 July 2024 16:45
  • Unique Points
    • A 19th-century shipwreck was discovered in the Baltic Sea by the Polish diving group Baltictech.
    • The team found about 100 sealed bottles of champagne on board.
  • Accuracy
    • The ship is located about 20 nautical miles south of the Swedish island of Öland.
    • The cargo included about 100 bottles of Champagne.
    • Mineral water was also discovered in sealed bottles and valued highly during that time period.
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    None Found At Time Of Publication
  • Fallacies (95%)
    No formal fallacies found. However, there are several informal fallacies present in the article. The author appeals to authority with quotes from Selters and Leta Bester regarding the value of the water bottles and wine quality. There is also an inflammatory rhetoric used when describing the historical treasures found on board, such as 'brimming' and 'a first for me'. Additionally, there are dichotomous depictions in phrases like 'very good condition' and 'highly valued', which oversimplify the complexities of the shipwreck contents.
    • . . . Stachura, who specializes in underwater photography, said the ship was in “very good condition” and “brimming with historical treasures, including crates of champagne, baskets of mineral water and porcelain.”
    • The team also discovered clay water bottles, with the German brand name Selters stamped on them. . . During this period, the German brand was “highly valued” and “often reserved for royal tables.”
    • Frank Schellmann, a spokesperson for Selters, said Thursday that the company was following news of the discovery with “great interest.”
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