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wine serving
What are the serving recommendations and optimal drinking window for this 2006 Cherchi Soberanu Isola dei Nuraghi IGT Magnum?
This 2006 Magnum is best served at 16-18°C. Given its 1.5L format and 18 years of age, it has likely aged gracefully. We recommend decanting for 1-2 hours to allow it to fully express its complex aromas. It is currently in a beautiful drinking window, offering mature flavors, and can continue to evolve for several more years.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this wine and what Asian dishes would it pair well with?
This Sardinian IGT, often based on Cannonau (Grenache), typically presents a full-bodied and robust style with notes of ripe red berries, Mediterranean herbs, licorice, and a savory minerality. The Magnum format often preserves freshness. It pairs wonderfully with rich Asian dishes such as slow-cooked lamb curries, Korean short ribs, or hearty Chinese braised beef.
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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?
This Magnum bottle is in perfect condition with a label score of 10, indicating a perfect label. The fill level is excellent at 10 (In neck level filled), and the capsule is also perfect with a score of 10. For home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with stable temperature and humidity, away from vibrations and direct light, to preserve its quality.
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investment value / scores
What are the typical scores or investment potential for this wine?
Cherchi is a respected Sardinian producer, and their Soberanu IGT, especially in a Magnum format from a good vintage like 2006, can offer excellent drinking pleasure and potential for further aging. Magnums often command higher value due to their rarity and slower maturation, making this a potentially interesting item for collectors.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?
This wine is shipped from Europe (FRA). For Hong Kong, the estimated arrival time (ETA) is within 2 weeks. For Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days after arrival in Hong Kong. All deliveries are handled with chilled transportation to ensure optimal condition.
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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 comes from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions throughout its history.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What documentation is available for corporate orders or EU pre-order SKUs?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided. As this is an EU pre-order SKU, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost, should you require it for customs or verification purposes.