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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and ideal drinking window for this wine? Do I need a special opener?
For this 2018 Raveneau Chablis Les Butteaux 1er Cru, we recommend serving it chilled at 10-12°C (50-54°F). It is approachable now but will truly shine and develop more complexity over the next 5-15 years. Given its young vintage, a standard corkscrew will suffice. No need for a Durand, Ah-So, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener yet.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this wine, and what Asian food pairings would you suggest?
Raveneau's Chablis Les Butteaux 1er Cru is renowned for its intense minerality, crisp acidity, and complex notes of green apple, citrus, and wet stone, with a subtle richness. It is an exceptional pairing for fresh seafood, especially oysters, sushi, sashimi, steamed fish, or delicate dim sum dishes.
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how to store at home
Could you provide details on the bottle's condition, including the label, fill level, and capsule? What are the best home storage practices?
This bottle of Raveneau Chablis Les Butteaux 1er Cru 2018 is in excellent condition. The label is perfect (score 10), the fill level is in neck (score 10), and the capsule is intact (score 10). For optimal preservation, store this wine horizontally in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature (10-15°C or 50-59°F) and moderate humidity, away from vibrations and strong odors.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value or typical scores for this wine?
François Raveneau is one of Chablis' most revered producers, and their 1er Cru wines are highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts. This wine consistently receives high scores from critics, often in the low to mid-90s, and has strong investment potential due to its limited production, exceptional quality, and aging capability.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering chilled delivery?
This wine is sourced from Europe (Belgium) and will be shipped via chilled delivery. The estimated arrival time to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For Taiwan orders, please allow an additional 5 business days after arrival in Hong Kong.
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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 from our network of 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
What documentation is available for corporate orders?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice will be provided. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin can be made available at an additional cost upon request.