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wine serving
What is the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 2017 Mas de Daumas Gassac Rouge? Should I decant it, and what type of opener is best?
This 2017 Mas de Daumas Gassac Rouge is a relatively young Languedoc red. Serve it at 16-18°C (60-64°F). It can be enjoyed now with decanting, but will age gracefully for another 10-15+ years. Decanting for 1-2 hours is recommended to allow it to open up. A standard corkscrew is suitable for this wine.
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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?
Mas de Daumas Gassac Rouge is often called the 'Grand Cru of the Languedoc.' It's a complex, aromatic wine, typically Cabernet Sauvignon dominant with other local varieties, offering dark fruit, garrigue herbs, and an earthy, wild character. It pairs wonderfully with robust, flavorful Asian dishes like Korean BBQ, lamb tagine, or rich beef stews.
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how to store at home
What is the condition of this bottle's label, fill level, and capsule? Are there any precautions, and how should I store it at home?
This bottle features a perfect label (score 10) and a capsule with no problems (score 10). The fill level is excellent, in neck (score 10), which is superb for a wine of this age. For home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with stable temperature and humidity, away from vibrations and direct light.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value or typical scores for a 2017 Mas de Daumas Gassac Rouge?
Mas de Daumas Gassac has a cult following and consistently receives high scores, often considered a benchmark for quality in the Languedoc. While not a traditional investment wine like Bordeaux First Growths, it holds its value well and can appreciate due to its unique style and longevity. The 2017 vintage is well-regarded.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering it's from Europe stock?
As this wine is from our Europe stock (BEL), the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For delivery to Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days. All deliveries are handled with chilled transportation to ensure optimal wine condition.
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authenticity
How can you assure the authenticity and provenance of this wine?
We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle was 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
Can I get an invoice for corporate orders, and is a Certificate of Origin available for EU pre-order SKUs?
Yes, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided for all corporate orders. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost upon request.