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wine serving
What is the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 2013 Francois Raveneau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru?
For this 2013 Francois Raveneau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru, we recommend serving it at 10-12°C. While enjoyable now, it will benefit from decanting for 30-60 minutes or opening an hour before serving to fully express its complexity. The optimal drink window is estimated to be from 2023 to 2040 and beyond.
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asian food pairing / wine style
Could you describe the style of this Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru and suggest some suitable Asian food pairings?
This Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru from Francois Raveneau is a benchmark for top-tier Chardonnay, known for its intense minerality, saline notes, citrus, and green apple characteristics, often with an oyster shell nuance. Les Clos is the most powerful and complex Grand Cru. It pairs exquisitely with fresh oysters, sashimi, steamed crab, delicate seafood dishes, or tempura.
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how to store at home
What are the details regarding the bottle's condition (label, level, capsule) and how should I store it at home?
This bottle is in perfect condition: the label is pristine (score 10), the fill level is excellent (In neck level filled, score 10), and the capsule is flawless (score 10). For home storage, ensure the bottle is kept horizontally in a cool, dark, and humid environment, ideally in a wine fridge or professional cellar, to avoid vibrations and temperature fluctuations.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value of this 2013 Francois Raveneau Chablis Les Clos Grand Cru?
Francois Raveneau is one of the most iconic and sought-after Chablis producers globally. This Les Clos Grand Cru, from a strong vintage like 2013, represents an excellent investment with high demand in the secondary market and significant potential for appreciation among collectors.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering chilled delivery is used?
This wine is sourced from our European stock (FRA). With chilled delivery, the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For deliveries to Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days after arrival in Hong Kong.
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authenticity
How can you assure 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. For EU pre-order SKUs like this one, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available upon request at an additional cost.