Since January 7, 2023, the cost of sparkling wine has increased almost one and a half times – up to 239 rubles. for 0.75 liters. About informs “Interfax”, referring to the corresponding order of the Ministry of Finance of Russia (Minfin).
For comparison, the minimum retail price for sparkling wine (champagne) since 2021 was 169 rubles. The wholesale price of an alcoholic beverage was around 137 rubles, and the selling price was 118 rubles. for 0.75 liters. Thus, the minimum prices will increase by more than 1.4 times.
“(Ministry of Finance – socialbites.ca) order will enter into force no later than 10 days from the date of its publication. Accordingly, the new prices come into effect on January 7th. The order is valid until 31 December 2028. The minimum wholesale price of sparkling wines will be 199 rubles, and the selling price will be 166 rubles. For 0.75 liters ”says the post.
December 28 Vadim Drobiz, Director of the Federal and Regional Alcohol Markets Research Center declarationThat Russians will not stop drinking hard alcoholic beverages after their minimum cost is increased in 2023. An increase in the price of vodka by 20 rubles. and cognac for 37 rubles. will not lead to a decrease in the demand of citizens for such alcohols.