Wine Bottles Sizes

Wine comes in a variety of bottle sizes, each with its own charm and purpose—from personal servings to grand celebrations. The standard 750ml bottle is the most common, perfect for sharing a few glasses. Smaller options like the 375ml half bottle or the 187.5ml split are great for tastings or individual enjoyment. For those looking to impress or age their wine, larger formats like the Magnum (1.5L), Jeroboam (3L), and Methuselah (6L) offer not only volume but also improved aging potential. Even grander sizes, with names like Nebuchadnezzar (15L) and Melchior (18L), are reserved for special occasions and events, holding the equivalent of 20 to 24 standard bottles. Whether you’re hosting a small dinner or a large celebration, there’s a wine bottle size to match the moment.

Split or Piccolo

187.5ml

A Piccolo wine bottle, also known as a "quarter bottle," is a miniature bottle that holds 187.5 milliliters of wine, which is equivalent to about one glass of wine. This small size is perfect for individual servings, making it an excellent choice for single-serve consumption or when a smaller portion of wine is desired. The Piccolo bottle is especially popular for wines like Champagne, sparkling wines, and dessert wines, where it offers a convenient and portion-controlled way to enjoy a high-quality wine without having to open a full-sized bottle.

Half-Bottle

375ml

While less common than the standard 750ml bottle, the 375ml half-bottle is a versatile and practical option for wine lovers seeking convenience, variety, or smaller portions without sacrificing quality. Typically containing about two to three glasses of wine, the 375ml size is perfect for individual servings or smaller gatherings where a full bottle might be unnecessary.

Half Litre or Jennie

500ml

A "Jennie" or half-liter wine bottle, typically holding 375 milliliters of wine, is half the size of a standard 750ml bottle. This compact format is ideal for smaller servings, making it perfect for individuals or smaller gatherings, where a full bottle might be too much. A half-liter bottle holds about two and a half glasses of wine, which is often enough for one person to enjoy over a meal without worrying about leftover wine.

Standard Bottle

750ml

A standard 750ml wine bottle is the most commonly used size for wine, holding approximately five 5-ounce glasses of wine. This size has become the global industry standard, due in part to historical conventions and the fact that it is an ideal quantity for both individual consumption and sharing. A 750ml bottle offers a convenient balance between volume and portability, making it easy to store, transport, and serve.

Litre Bottle

1 liter

A liter wine bottle is a slightly larger size than the standard 750-milliliter bottle, holding exactly 1 liter of wine. While not as commonly seen as the standard bottle or more grandiose large formats like Magnums, the liter bottle offers a unique and practical option for wine lovers and collectors. This size typically caters to situations where a little extra wine is needed, such as small gatherings, parties, or intimate celebrations.

Magnum

1.5 liters

A Magnum wine bottle is a larger-than-usual wine bottle that holds 1.5 liters of wine, which is equivalent to two standard bottles (750 milliliters each). This size is often favored for its aesthetic appeal, particularly for celebratory occasions, as it offers a grander presentation and enhances the wine's aging potential. The Magnum size is considered ideal because the larger volume of wine allows for slower maturation, which can result in more complex and smoother flavors over time.

Jeroboam or Double Magnum

3 liters

The Jeroboam wine bottle, holding 3 liters of wine—equivalent to 4 standard bottles—is a classic and highly esteemed large format in the world of wine, often chosen for its ability to elevate any celebration. Named after the biblical figure King Jeroboam. The Jeroboam’s size is large enough to make a statement, yet still manageable enough to be handled with relative ease compared to some of the more massive formats. It’s a popular choice for occasions such as weddings, upscale parties, and wine tastings.

Rehoboam

4.5 liters

The Rehoboam wine bottle, holding 4.5 liters of wine—equivalent to 6 standard bottles—is a remarkable and eye-catching size that balances both grandeur and practicality, making it a perfect choice for mid-to-large-scale celebrations. Named after Rehoboam, the biblical king of Judah and the son of Solomon, this bottle carries a sense of royal heritage and authority, often linked to opulence and grandeur. The Rehoboam’s size makes it ideal for aging wines, especially rich reds or sparkling wines like Champagne.

Methuselah or Imperial

6 liters

The Methuselah wine bottle also known as the Imperial, containing 6 liters of wine—equivalent to 8 standard bottles—is a strikingly large format that exudes both elegance and grandeur, often reserved for celebrations and high-profile events. Named after the biblical figure Methuselah, who is famous for his long life of 969 years, this bottle symbolizes longevity and endurance, qualities that are mirrored in the wine it holds.

Salmanazar

9 liters

The Salmanazar wine bottle is an impressive 9-liter vessel, equivalent to 12 standard bottles of wine, making it a striking choice for large celebrations or extravagant gatherings. Named after another of the Three Wise Men, King Salmanazar. This bottle carries with it a sense of royal distinction and ancient tradition. Its large size not only makes it a showstopper at any event, but it also allows the wine to age in a unique way, as the greater volume interacts with less oxygen, resulting in a more gradual and complex maturation process.

Balthazar

12 liters

The Balthazar wine bottle, holding a generous 12 liters of wine (the equivalent of 16 standard bottles), is a majestic and grandiose container, perfect for those seeking to make a statement at their special events. Named after one of the Three Wise Men, Balthazar, who is believed to have hailed from Arabia and brought myrrh to the infant Jesus, this bottle evokes a sense of wisdom, prestige, and tradition.

Nebuchadnezzar

15 liters

The Nebuchadnezzar wine bottle is an awe-inspiring, larger-than-life container that holds a staggering 15 liters of wine—equivalent to 20 standard bottles. Named after the ancient Babylonian king Nebuchadnezzar II, who ruled in the 6th century BC and famously built the Hanging Gardens of Babylon, this bottle size evokes images of grand feasts and royal banquets.

Melchior

18 liters

A rare and extravagant symbol of luxury in the world of fine wines. Typically, the term "Melchior" refers to a large format bottle, specifically holding 18 liters of wine — equivalent to 24 standard bottles. This size, often used for special editions or premium vintages, is designed for collectors and those looking to make a statement at high-profile events. The bottle itself is visually impressive, often crafted from deep, rich glass with elegant, minimalist design elements.

Solomon

20 liters

Like most ultra‑large formats, “Solomon” draws on biblical imagery. Holding 20 liters of wine—equivalent to about 26 standard 750 ml bottles. Most often reserved for prestige Champagnes. Luxury houses occasionally release limited Solomon editions as showpieces or auction lots.

Sovereign

25 liters

A Sovereign typically holds 25 litres of wine - about 33.3 standard 750 ml bottles. Because of its sheer scale and rarity, the Sovereign is reserved for the most extraordinary wines—especially in Bordeaux and Burgundy—and appears at grand receptions, luxury weddings, or as collector’s editions in high‑end auctions.

Primat or Goliath

27 liters

One of the largest standard wine‐bottle formats, most often seen in sparkling‑wine or Champagne collections. Primats are seldom seen outside of the most exclusive settings. If you ever spot one, you’re looking at a truly monumental celebration instrument! Holding 27 liters of wine—the equivalent of 36 standard 750 ml bottles, or roughly 216 glasses of Champagne.

Melchizedek or Midas

30 liters

This wine bottle is an extremely large format wine bottle that holds 30 liters of wine, which is equivalent to 40 standard 750ml bottles. It’s named after Melchizedek, a biblical king and priest mentioned in the Book of Genesis.

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