Overview
DRC Échezeaux 1996: identification and appraisal guide
Use the first photo set for DRC Échezeaux 1996 to show the whole wine bottle, readable marks, wear and all related packaging. A useful opening set pairs the wine bottle with a legible view of the maker or producer name DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti.
Identification details
- Producer: DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti
- Product name: DRC Échezeaux 1996
- Category: wine
- Date or decade shown: 1996
- Marks and details to photograph: the producer, appellation, vintage, bottle size and bottle-base markings
Include the maker or producer name DRC Domaine de la Romanée-Conti and the date wording 1996 in the first photo set for DRC Échezeaux 1996. Keep condition notes separate from this name and version check.
Photographs and condition
Use even light to photograph front and back labels, capsule, closure, fill level, bottle base, case and accessories. Pair each close-up with a wider view of the same item.
Show both normal wear and damage on fill level, capsule, closure, labels, glass and original case. Mention any damage, repair or missing part without trying to improve it.
Storage, accessories and handover
After the condition photos are taken, retain the bottle's current stable position and protect it from light, heat, vibration and temperature swings. Do not disturb the capsule, cork or closure or attempt to clean the label.
Before collection, keep each bottle with its own case, tissue, booklet, invoice and provenance documents.

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When requesting a review of the wine bottle, contact Hong Kang on WhatsApp, or call +852 9453 0784. Include accessories and documents in the same photo set.
Keep DRC Échezeaux 1996 in the photographed condition while the first review is under way. Bring the original case, purchase papers and other matching accessories so the item can be compared as a whole.