Photo Valuation, Clear Process
Di Bao values each bottle based on wine name, vintage, storage condition and current market demand. Single bottles and original cases are both welcome.
Before Valuation
- 01
Clear front and back label photos
- 02
Vintage, volume, capsule and fill level
- 03
Original case, wooden box or purchase proof if available
Transaction Process
- 01Contact Us
Send photos on WhatsApp or call us with wine details.
- 02Initial Review
Our team reviews the supplied bottle details before discussing an inspection.
- 03Handover
After inspection, both parties confirm the location, payment and handover details.
Carruades de Lafite carries the Lafite winemaking style in a more approachable form and reaches its drinking window earlier. It offers an accessible introduction to Lafite and trades actively in the Hong Kong and Macau secondary markets.
Main factors affecting the value of Carruades de Lafite
- Bottle condition: Fill level, signs of a sunken cork, capsule condition and label integrity are especially important for older vintages.
- Provenance and packaging: Invoices, the original wooden case (OWC) and cellar records are helpful, with a complete case preferred.
- Storage conditions: Bottles kept in a temperature-controlled cellar and moved infrequently are generally more dependable in condition.
- Bottle format: Large formats such as magnums are scarce and often command an additional premium.
Key points in valuing 1998 Carruades de Lafite
1998 was a sound vintage on Bordeaux's Left Bank, with a generally reliable showing. The value of 1998 Carruades de Lafite is assessed against bottle condition, quantity and current transaction demand.
It is worth noting that the final offer depends on the physical condition and provenance rather than the vintage alone. Clear photographs of the front and back labels, capsule and fill level, together with the original case and purchase records, all support a more accurate valuation.
The process is straightforward: first provide the vintage, quantity, and photographs of the front and back labels, capsule and fill level. Dibao Wine will indicate a valuation based on condition, provenance and current demand. Once agreed, handover can take place at our shop or by collection across Hong Kong and Macau. Every offer is confirmed after physical inspection. WhatsApp / WeChat: 96737259.

Frequently Asked Questions
Quick answers about valuation, provenance, storage, handover and payment before you send photos.
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