Bernie Madoff's Wine Stash Scores Cash for Scam Victims

So the infamous Bernie Madoff is in the news (again) but this time on the wine circuit.  It seems that the Ponzi Scam artist was a wino.  His extensive wine collection was auctioned off last night raking in $41,530. The proceeds will go toward the scheme victims.  

The auction was coordinated by Morrell & Co Fine Wine Auctions in New York.  The top pick of the night was a case of 1996 Chateau Mouton-Rothschild, a Bordeaux which was purchased for nearly $7k.

Despite having a cellar full of wine, some say that Bernie didn't have very good taste in vino. Perhaps Bernie received more wine gifts than he actually purchased himself...figures.

While old Bernie may be singing the jail house blues while he's serving a 150-year sentence, there are many wino's who will be toasting to his demise. 


Cheers to justice being served!