Overview
DRC Montrachet Grand Cru 1996: identification and appraisal guide
For a first review of DRC Montrachet Grand Cru 1996, keep the wine bottle unchanged and show both the overall item and the details that can be read. Keep photographs of the maker or producer name DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti beside the overview until the item and packaging are matched.
Identification details
- Producer: DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
- Product name: DRC Montrachet Grand Cru 1996
- Category: wine
- Date or decade shown: 1996
- Wine style: White wine
- Marks and details to photograph: the producer, appellation, vintage, bottle size and bottle-base markings
For the wine bottle, the clearest reference points are the maker or producer name DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and the date wording 1996. Use them to distinguish DRC Montrachet Grand Cru 1996 from a similar example.
Photographs and condition
For the first image set, include front and back labels, capsule, closure, fill level, bottle base, case and accessories. Show the complete item once before adding tightly framed details.
To record condition clearly, photograph fill level, capsule, closure, labels, glass and original case. If something is missing, say so and show the remaining packaging clearly.
Storage, accessories and handover
Before any further handling, maintain the bottle's present stable position before handover. Shield it from light, heat and temperature changes, minimise movement, and leave the capsule, cork, closure and label unchanged.
Keep each bottle with its own case, tissue, booklet, invoice and provenance documents.

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To begin a wine bottle appraisal, send the overview and close-ups on WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Add clear packaging photos and the location for handover.
For collection planning, show the label, fill level, capsule or closure and any original case, the quantity and the location. Keep the wine bottle protected with the original case, purchase papers and other matching accessories.