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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 2002 Michel Lafarge Volnay Clos des Chenes 1er Cru?
This 2002 Volnay 1er Cru is a mature wine, best served at 16-18°C. It is likely in its prime drinking window now and can be enjoyed over the next 5-10 years. We recommend using an Ah-So opener, Durand opener, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener for older vintages. Decant gently for 30-60 minutes to allow it to open up and separate any sediment.
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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 is an elegant, complex, and aged Pinot Noir from Volnay, known for its finesse. It offers tertiary notes of forest floor, truffle, and dried fruit with silky tannins. It pairs beautifully with roasted duck, braised pork belly, mushroom hot pot, aged cheeses, and delicate game birds.
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how to store at home
What is the condition of this bottle, and how should I store it at home?
This bottle is in excellent condition with a perfect label (score 10), an in-neck fill level (score 10), and a capsule with no problems (score 10). For home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with a stable temperature and moderate humidity, away from vibrations and direct light.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value or typical scores for this wine?
Michel Lafarge is a highly respected, biodynamic Burgundy producer. This Volnay 1er Cru from the excellent 2002 vintage has superb investment value and is highly sought after by collectors. We recommend checking specific critic scores for 2002 Burgundy for detailed insights.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?
As this wine ships from Europe (FRA), the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks via chilled delivery. For Taiwan, 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 and provenance of all our wines. This bottle was sourced from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring a reliable and traceable supply chain.
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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 at an additional cost upon request.