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wine serving
What is the recommended serving temperature and drink window for this 2013 Louis Latour Chateau Corton Grancey Grand Cru Magnum?
This magnificent Corton Grand Cru Magnum is best served at 16-18°C. The 2013 vintage is now entering its prime drinking window, offering a beautiful balance of fruit and tertiary notes. Magnums age gracefully, and this wine has significant potential to evolve further over the next 10-20 years. Decanting for 1-2 hours is recommended. No special opener like Ah-So, Durand, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener is needed.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the typical style of this Corton Grand Cru, and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?
Corton Grand Cru, crafted from Pinot Noir, is renowned for its powerful, complex, and structured style, especially in a Magnum format. It typically showcases notes of red and dark fruits, forest floor, spice, and a distinct mineral backbone. It's an ideal partner for sophisticated Asian cuisine such as roasted duck, braised beef, rich mushroom dishes, or truffle-infused preparations.
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how to store at home
Could you provide details on the bottle's condition (label, level, capsule) and advice for home storage?
This Magnum bottle is in excellent condition with a perfect label (score 10), an ideal in-neck fill level (score 10), and a flawless capsule (score 10). Magnums are particularly well-suited for long-term aging. For optimal home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature (ideally 12-15°C) and stable humidity, away from vibrations and strong odors.
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investment value / scores
What are the investment prospects or typical scores for a wine of this caliber?
As a Grand Cru from a prestigious producer like Louis Latour, especially in a Magnum format, this wine possesses excellent investment potential. Corton Grand Cru wines consistently receive high scores from critics and are highly sought after by collectors, making this a valuable addition to any cellar.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering it's shipped from Europe?
As this wine is shipped from Europe (FRA), the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For delivery to Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days after arrival in Hong Kong. All deliveries are handled with chilled transport to ensure optimal wine 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 was sourced directly from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been established for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions throughout its journey to us.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What documentation is available for corporate orders or proof of origin?
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, offering official verification of the wine's provenance.
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