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wine serving
What is the recommended serving temperature and decanting time for this 1998 Almaviva, and what is its optimal drinking window?
For this 1998 Almaviva, we recommend serving it at 16-18°C. Given its age, a gentle decant for 1-2 hours would be beneficial to allow it to open up and express its full complexity. It is likely in its prime or slightly past, so we suggest enjoying it soon. For older vintages like this, using a specialized opener such as an Ah-So, Durand, or Sovy Vintage Wine Opener is highly recommended to protect the delicate cork.
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asian food pairing / wine style
Could you describe the style of this Almaviva and suggest some suitable Asian food pairings?
Almaviva is a prestigious Chilean Bordeaux blend, known for its rich, full-bodied style with concentrated dark fruit flavors, elegant tannins, and a long finish. It often exhibits notes of cassis, cedar, tobacco, and spice. It pairs wonderfully with robust Asian dishes such as Cantonese roast meats (char siu, roast duck), Korean BBQ, or Szechuan beef with its savory and slightly spicy profile.
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how to store at home
What are the specific conditions of this bottle's label, level, and capsule, and what precautions should I take for home storage?
This bottle has a label score of 6, indicating it is slightly marked, stained, or damaged. The level is excellent at 8 (base neck level filled), and the capsule is perfect with a score of 10. Given the label condition, handle the bottle with care. For home storage, ensure it is kept in a cool, dark place with consistent temperature and humidity, away from vibrations and direct light, ideally on its side to keep the cork moist.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment potential or typical scores for a wine like the 1998 Almaviva?
The 1998 Almaviva, while a mature vintage, comes from a highly respected producer and is a benchmark for Chilean fine wine. While its primary value now is for enjoyment, Almaviva generally receives strong critical acclaim and high scores from major wine publications, reflecting its quality and pedigree. Older vintages can hold their value well for collectors.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine, considering it is shipped from Europe?
As this wine is shipped from Europe (FRA), the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks via chilled delivery. For delivery to 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 of all our wines. This bottle was sourced from our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage conditions throughout its history.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What documentation is available for corporate orders, such as invoices or certificates of origin?
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, should you require it for customs or other purposes.
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