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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 1999 Riesling Eiswein, and what opener should be used?
This 1999 Riesling Eiswein is a mature dessert wine, best served well-chilled at 6-8°C. Given its age, we recommend using a Sovy Vintage Wine Opener, Durand, or Ah-So opener to safely extract the cork. It is likely at its peak or can continue to evolve for another 5-10 years, offering incredible complexity. No decanting is typically needed for Eiswein.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this Riesling Eiswein and what Asian foods would pair well with it?
This Eiswein is a luscious, intensely sweet dessert wine with concentrated flavors of honey, apricot, peach, and a vibrant acidity that balances its richness. It's an exquisite pairing for fruit tarts, crème brûlée, or even a delicate foie gras. For Asian pairings, consider fresh fruit desserts or mild, non-spicy dishes like mango sticky rice.
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how to store at home
Can you provide details on the bottle's condition (label, level, capsule) and advice for home storage?
This bottle has a very damaged label and a mid shoulder fill level. The capsule is in perfect condition. While the label condition is poor, the wine's quality is generally unaffected if stored properly. For home storage, keep the bottle in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature and humidity, ideally on its side to keep the cork moist.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value or typical scores for a wine of this type and vintage?
Eiswein from a reputable producer like Deutzerhof, especially with some age, can hold significant value. While specific critic scores are not provided here, the rarity and quality of well-aged Eiswein often make it a desirable collector's item and a good long-term investment.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this EU pre-order SKU?
This is an EU pre-order SKU. Your chilled delivery is estimated to arrive in Hong Kong within 2 weeks. For Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days for delivery after arrival in Hong Kong.
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authenticity
How do you ensure the authenticity and provenance of your wines?
We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle comes from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What options are available for corporate orders regarding invoices and Certificates of Origin?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs like this one, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost upon request.