Overview
DRC Échezeaux 1997: identification and appraisal guide
For DRC Échezeaux 1997, photograph identity, condition and accessories together so each close-up can be traced to the same wine bottle. The first comparison should connect the date wording 1997 with the complete view of the wine bottle.
Identification details
- Producer: DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
- Product name: DRC Échezeaux 1997
- Category: wine
- Date or decade shown: 1997
- Marks and details to photograph: the producer, appellation, vintage, bottle size and bottle-base markings
Make the maker or producer name DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and the date wording 1997 readable in the overview for DRC Échezeaux 1997. Close-ups should still be traceable to the wine bottle.
Photographs and condition
Follow the complete view with close-ups of front and back labels, capsule, closure, fill level, bottle base, case and accessories. Show the complete item once before adding tightly framed details.
Include clear condition views of fill level, capsule, closure, labels, glass and original case. Do not rearrange parts simply to make the item appear complete.
Storage, accessories and handover
During the initial review period, leave the bottle in its present stable position in a dark place with an even, cool temperature. Minimise movement and vibration, and leave the capsule, cork, closure and label untouched.
Where available, keep each bottle with its own case, tissue, booklet, invoice and provenance documents.

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To prepare a wine bottle handover enquiry, send the photos by WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Add the quantity and show how the packaging matches the item.
Clear photographs can narrow the follow-up questions about the label, fill level, capsule or closure and any original case. They do not replace checking the item and the original case, purchase papers and other matching accessories together.