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wine serving
What are the serving recommendations and drink window for this wine?
This 1999 Les Forts de Latour is 25 years old. We recommend using an Ah-So opener, Durand opener, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener to safely remove the cork. Serve at 16-18°C after decanting for 1-2 hours. The optimal drink window is from 2024 to 2035, and potentially beyond.
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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 Bordeaux blend from Pauillac, the second wine of Château Latour, typically exhibits a structured profile with notes of blackcurrant, cedar, tobacco, and a firm tannic backbone. It pairs exceptionally well with rich Asian dishes such as Cantonese roast meats (char siu, roast goose), braised beef with star anise, or Korean BBQ.
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wine serving
What is the condition of the wine bottle (label, level, capsule) and are there any precautions?
The label is perfect (score 10), the fill level is in neck (score 10), and the capsule is in perfect condition (score 10). No specific precautions are needed for opening or serving based on these excellent conditions.
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how to store at home
How should I store this wine at home?
For optimal preservation, store this wine in a cool, dark place with stable temperature and humidity, ideally on its side to keep the cork moist and prevent oxidation.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value of this wine and where can I find its scores?
Les Forts de Latour is a highly sought-after second wine from a First Growth estate, often offering significant value and good investment potential. For specific scores and reviews for the 1999 vintage, we recommend consulting reputable wine critics like Robert Parker's Wine Advocate or Vinous.
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delivery windows
What is the delivery window for this wine?
As this item ships from Europe (BEL), the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For delivery to Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days. All deliveries are handled via chilled delivery to ensure optimal wine condition.
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authenticity
How can I be assured of the authenticity and provenance of this wine?
We source all our wines exclusively from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable authenticity and provenance.
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invoice / certificate of origin
Do you provide invoices for corporate orders and Certificates of Origin?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice is provided. For EU pre-order SKUs, a Certificate of Origin can be made available upon request, with an additional cost.