For this 2003 Virginie de la Comtesse, serve at 16-18°C. Given its age, an Ah-So opener is recommended. Decant for about 1 hour to allow it to breathe. It is drinking beautifully now, showcasing its mature characteristics, and can be enjoyed over the next few years.

Virginie de la Comtesse is the elegant second wine of Château Pichon Longueville Comtesse de Lalande, a classic Bordeaux blend (Cabernet Sauvignon dominant) known for its refined structure, notes of red fruit, cedar, and earthy undertones. It pairs wonderfully with roasted duck, mushroom dishes, or dim sum with rich fillings.

This bottle of Virginie de la Comtesse features a perfect label (score 10), an excellent in-neck fill level (score 10), and a capsule with no problems (score 10). For optimal home storage, keep the bottle horizontally in a cool, dark place with stable temperature (12-15°C) and humidity (60-75%) to maintain its quality.

As the second wine of a prestigious Bordeaux estate, the 2003 Virginie de la Comtesse offers excellent value and a taste of its Grand Vin's pedigree. While not a primary investment wine, it is highly collectible and holds its value well, especially from a mature vintage like 2003.

As this wine is shipped from Europe (NLD), the estimated delivery time to a Hong Kong address is within 2 weeks. For delivery to a Taiwan address, please allow an additional 5 business days after arrival in Hong Kong, utilizing our chilled delivery service.

We guarantee the authenticity of all our wines. This bottle was sourced from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions.

Yes, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided for all corporate orders. For EU pre-order SKUs like this one, a Certificate of Origin can be arranged on demand at an additional cost, if required for customs or verification purposes.