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wine serving
What are the serving recommendations and drink window for this 2019 Albert Mann Riesling Altenbourg Vendanges Tardives?
This 2019 Albert Mann Riesling Altenbourg Vendanges Tardives is a sweet, complex wine that can be enjoyed now or aged further. Serve well-chilled at 8-10°C (46-50°F). Decanting is generally not necessary for sweet wines. Its drink window is likely from now through 2040+, as these wines have exceptional aging potential, developing deeper honeyed and dried fruit notes over time.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this Vendanges Tardives Riesling and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?
Vendanges Tardives (late harvest) Rieslings from Alsace are renowned for their luscious sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity, offering notes of ripe apricot, honey, citrus zest, and floral undertones. This exquisite sweet wine pairs beautifully with a range of Asian desserts like mango sticky rice, almond tofu, or fruit tarts. It can also complement savory dishes with a touch of sweetness or spice, such as foie gras or spicy Thai cuisine.
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how to store at home
What is the condition of this bottle and how should I store it at home?
This bottle is in pristine condition with a perfect label (score 10), an ideal in-neck fill level (score 10), and an intact capsule (score 10). For optimal long-term storage, keep it horizontally in a cool (12-15°C / 54-59°F), dark, and humid environment (70-80% relative humidity) away from vibrations and strong odors. A dedicated wine cellar or wine fridge is highly recommended for sweet wines with such aging potential.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value and typical scores for an Albert Mann Riesling Altenbourg Vendanges Tardives from 2019?
Albert Mann is a highly respected producer in Alsace, and their Vendanges Tardives Rieslings are considered top-tier sweet wines. The 2019 vintage is generally well-regarded, and these wines offer good investment potential due to their quality, rarity, and exceptional aging ability. Critics often award them scores in the 92-95+ point range. While not as volatile as some red wines, they can appreciate steadily, especially for larger formats like this 1.5L (v6).
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delivery windows
What is the delivery window for this wine?
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 transportation 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 our network of certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years, ensuring impeccable provenance and storage history.
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invoice / certificate of origin
Can I get an invoice for corporate orders, and is a Certificate of Origin available?
For corporate orders, a Hong Kong invoice can be provided. As this is an EU pre-order SKU, an on-demand Certificate of Origin is available at an additional cost, should you require it for customs or other official purposes.
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