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wine serving
What are the recommended serving temperature and drinking window for this 2017 Sassicaia?
This 2017 Sassicaia is best served at 16-18°C. It is still quite young and will benefit from decanting for 1-2 hours. Its optimal drinking window is estimated to be from 2025 to 2045, allowing its complex layers to fully develop.
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asian food pairing / wine style
Could you describe the style of this Sassicaia and suggest some suitable Asian food pairings?
Sassicaia is a quintessential Super Tuscan, predominantly Cabernet Sauvignon, known for its full-bodied structure, rich dark fruit, notes of cedar and tobacco, and firm yet elegant tannins. It pairs beautifully with robust Asian dishes like slow-braised beef with star anise, Peking duck, or Korean BBQ.
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how to store at home
What is the condition of the bottle, including the label, fill level, and capsule, and how should it be stored at home?
This bottle is in perfect condition: the label is pristine (score 10), the fill level is excellent (in neck, score 10), and the capsule is intact (score 10). For home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with stable temperature and humidity, away from vibrations and direct light.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment potential of this 2017 Sassicaia, and what are its typical scores?
The 2017 Sassicaia is a highly sought-after wine with significant investment potential, consistently achieving high scores from top critics. Its reputation for quality and age-worthiness makes it a valuable addition to any cellar. Specific scores vary by critic, but generally range in the high 90s.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering it is shipped from the Netherlands?
As this wine is shipped from our European stock (Netherlands), 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 use chilled transport.
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authenticity
How can I be assured of the authenticity and provenance of your wines?
We source all our wines exclusively from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been established for over a century, ensuring impeccable authenticity and provenance.
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invoice / certificate of origin
Do you provide invoices for corporate orders, and are Certificates of Origin available for EU pre-order items?
Yes, we provide Hong Kong invoices for all corporate orders. For EU pre-order SKUs, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost.
