Treasure in the Deep: 19th Century Champagne Found in Baltic Sea Wreck

Polish divers from Baltictech have uncovered a 19th-century shipwreck in the Baltic Sea, laden with luxury items, including about 100 bottles of Champagne and mineral water. The discovery, made south of Öland, might have been destined for royal or tsarist tables. Experts are keen to examine the well-preserved bottles.

In a remarkable underwater find, Polish divers from the Baltictech group have uncovered a 19th-century shipwreck in the Baltic Sea, filled with luxury items such as porcelain and approximately 100 bottles of Champagne and mineral water.

Discovered at a depth of 58 meters (190 feet) off the Swedish coast, the wreck might have been en route to royal or tsarist tables in Stockholm or St. Petersburg, as per team leader Tomasz Stachura.

The well-preserved wreckage, found during an exploration on July 11 near the isle of Öland, has drawn interest from experts eager to analyze the bottled contents.

(With inputs from agencies.)