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wine serving
What are the ideal serving conditions and drink window for this wine? Should I decant it?
This Bourgueil from Catherine et Pierre Breton is best served slightly chilled at 14-16°C. A decant of 30-60 minutes can help it open up and soften its youthful tannins. The 2020 vintage is young and vibrant, enjoyable now for its fresh fruit, or can be aged for another 3-5 years for more complexity.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this wine, and what Asian food pairings would you recommend?
This is a Cabernet Franc from Bourgueil, often made in a natural wine style by this producer. It's a medium-bodied red with notes of red fruit (raspberry, cherry), a characteristic green bell pepper hint, earthy undertones, and sometimes herbaceous freshness. It pairs wonderfully with roast chicken, charcuterie, mushroom dishes, Peking duck, or Taiwanese braised pork (滷肉飯).
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how to store at home
Could you provide details on the wine's condition (label, level, capsule), any precautions, and how to store it at home?
This bottle is in excellent condition with a perfect label (score 10), an ideal in-neck fill level (score 10), and an intact capsule (score 10). For home storage, keep it in a cool, dark place with stable temperature and humidity, ideally on its side to keep the cork moist. Avoid direct sunlight or vibrations.
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investment value / scores
What are the typical scores or investment value for this wine?
Wines from Catherine et Pierre Breton are highly respected within the natural wine community for their quality and expression of terroir. While not typically a long-term investment wine in the traditional sense, it holds excellent value for drinking and for collectors of natural and artisanal wines.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?
As this wine ships from Europe (FRA), the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For deliveries to Taiwan, please allow an additional 5 business days. 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 and provenance 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 a reliable and traceable history.
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invoice / certificate of origin
What are the options for corporate orders, including invoices and certificates?
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, upon request.