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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this Bourgogne Blanc Initiales BB 2017?
This 2017 Bourgogne Blanc Initiales BB is best served chilled at 10-12°C (50-54°F). It is drinking beautifully now and can be enjoyed over the next 2-4 years, offering a delightful expression of its terroir and vintage.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this Bernard Bonin Bourgogne Blanc, and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?
This Bernard Bonin Bourgogne Blanc is a vibrant and elegant Chardonnay, typically showcasing notes of citrus, green apple, white flowers, and a subtle minerality, often with a touch of oak influence. It pairs wonderfully with delicate Asian seafood dishes like steamed fish with ginger and scallions, sushi and sashimi, or light chicken stir-fries.
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how to store at home
Can you provide details on the bottle's condition and advice on home storage?
This bottle is in pristine condition with a perfect label (score 10), an excellent fill level in neck (score 10), and an intact capsule (score 10). For optimal home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature (10-14°C / 50-57°F) and humidity (60-75%) to preserve its freshness.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment potential or typical scores for a wine of this caliber?
Bernard Bonin is a highly respected, artisanal producer in Burgundy, known for quality and limited production. While not typically a long-term investment wine, it offers excellent value and is highly sought after by Burgundy enthusiasts. It consistently receives strong critical acclaim for its quality and expression of terroir.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering chilled delivery?
As this wine is currently in Europe (FRA) stock, the estimated delivery time to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days, with all deliveries being chilled to maintain the wine's quality.
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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 was sourced directly from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over a century, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage history.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What documentation is available for corporate orders or proof of origin?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice will be provided. As this is an EU pre-order SKU, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at cost, offering additional assurance of the wine's provenance.