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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and ideal drinking window for this wine? Should I decant it?
This 2018 Côte Rôtie Montmain is best served at 16-18°C. While enjoyable now, decanting for 1-2 hours will enhance its aromatic complexity. The ideal drinking window is from 2025 and it can continue to evolve beautifully until 2038 or beyond.
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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?
This Côte Rôtie, primarily Syrah with a touch of Viognier, is a full-bodied and aromatic wine, offering notes of dark berries, black pepper, violet, and savory spices. It pairs wonderfully with roasted meats, game, char siu, Peking duck, or lamb dishes with rich sauces.
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how to store at home
What is the condition of the bottle's label, fill level, and capsule? Are there any special storage precautions?
This bottle is in excellent condition, featuring a perfect label (score 10), an in-neck fill level (score 10), and an intact capsule (score 10). For optimal long-term preservation, store the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with a stable temperature between 12-15°C and around 70% humidity, away from vibrations and direct light.
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investment value / scores
What are the typical scores for this wine, and does it have good investment potential?
Stéphane Ogier's Côte Rôtie Montmain consistently receives high praise from critics, often scoring in the low to mid-90s. As a single-vineyard expression from a top producer in a prestigious appellation, it offers good investment potential and is highly regarded by collectors.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery time for this wine?
As this wine is shipped from Europe (FRA), the estimated delivery time to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days for delivery after arrival in Hong Kong, utilizing our chilled delivery service.
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authenticity
How can I be assured of the authenticity and provenance of this wine?
We guarantee the authenticity and provenance of all our wines. This bottle was sourced directly from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring a reliable and traceable origin.
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invoice / certificate of origin
Can I get an invoice for corporate orders, and is a Certificate of Origin available?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided upon request. For EU pre-order SKUs like this one, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost, should you require it for customs or other purposes.
