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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this wine?
This 1996 Château Haut-Brion Blanc is a mature white wine, best served chilled at 10-12°C (50-54°F). It is likely at its peak or entering a graceful decline, offering complex tertiary aromas. Given its age (over 20 years old), we highly recommend using an Ah-So opener to carefully remove the delicate cork.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this wine and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?
Château Haut-Brion Blanc is a rare and prestigious dry white Bordeaux, known for its richness, complexity, and incredible aging potential. With age, it develops notes of honey, toasted nuts, citrus zest, and mineral undertones. It pairs exquisitely with luxurious Asian seafood dishes like steamed turbot with ginger and spring onion, roasted abalone, or rich chicken dishes.
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how to store at home
Can you provide details on the bottle's condition and how to store it at home?
The bottle is in excellent condition with a perfect label (score 10), a healthy base neck level (score 8), and an intact capsule (score 10). For long-term preservation, store this valuable wine horizontally in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature (12-15°C or 54-59°F) and moderate humidity, away from vibrations and direct light.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment potential or typical scores for this wine?
Château Haut-Brion Blanc is one of the world's most sought-after and expensive dry white wines, with exceptional investment potential due to its rarity and critical acclaim. Vintages like 1996 often receive very high scores from major critics, making it a highly desirable asset for collectors and investors.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?
As this wine is shipped from our Hong Kong stock and chilled delivery is used, you can expect delivery within 2 business days to Hong Kong and approximately 5 business days to Taiwan.
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authenticity
How can I be assured of the authenticity and provenance of this wine?
We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle has been sourced from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What documentation is available for corporate orders?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice will be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin can be made available at cost upon request.
