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wine serving
What are the serving recommendations and drink window for this 1991 Taylor's Vintage Quinta de Vargellas Port?
This 1991 Taylor's Vintage Quinta de Vargellas Port is a mature fortified wine. We recommend serving it slightly chilled at 16-18°C (60-64°F). Due to its age, it will likely have sediment and should be decanted 2-3 hours before serving. For opening older bottles, we highly recommend using a Sovy Vintage Wine Opener, Ah-So, or Durand opener. This Port is in a beautiful drinking window now and can continue to evolve for many more years.
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asian food pairing / wine style
What is the style of this wine and what Asian dishes would pair well with it?
This is a single quinta Vintage Port, offering a rich, sweet, and complex style with concentrated dark fruit flavors, notes of chocolate, spice, and a long, warming finish. While traditionally paired with cheese or desserts, it can complement rich Asian dishes with sweet and savory elements, such as char siu (BBQ pork), Peking duck, or even a rich black sesame dessert.
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how to store at home
Can you provide details on the bottle's condition (label, level, capsule) and advice for home storage?
This bottle is in excellent condition: the label is perfect (score 10/10), the fill level is very good, at base neck (score 8/10), and the capsule is also perfect (score 10/10). To preserve its quality, store this Port horizontally in a cool, dark place with a consistent temperature (around 12-15°C or 54-59°F) and moderate humidity, away from vibrations and strong odors.
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investment value / scores
What is the investment value or typical scores for this wine?
Taylor's Vintage Ports, especially single quinta expressions like Quinta de Vargellas, are highly regarded for their quality and aging potential, making them excellent investment wines. The 1991 vintage is well-regarded and can appreciate in value, particularly for bottles in such good condition. It typically receives high scores from critics, reflecting its quality and longevity.
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delivery windows
What is the estimated delivery window for this wine?
As this wine ships from Europe, the estimated time of arrival (ETA) to Hong Kong is within 2 weeks. For delivery 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 source all our wines exclusively from certified EU suppliers, many of whom have been in business for over 100 years. This ensures a robust chain of custody and guarantees the authenticity and excellent provenance of every bottle we offer.
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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 upon request. For EU pre-order SKUs, a Certificate of Origin is available on demand at an additional cost, ensuring full transparency for your business needs.