Safeguarding Your Wine Collection
At Rapture Fine Wines, we are dedicated to providing unparalleled professional services for wine collectors. Regardless of the size of your collection, our inventory management, authentication, and market valuation services empower you to maintain clear control over the condition and value of every bottle, ensuring a confident and rewarding collecting experience.
Our Expertise
Rapture Fine Wines brings over a decade of experience collaborating with world-renowned wine auction houses, including Zachys and Bonhams. Our expert team is highly regarded in the fields of wine authentication, quality inspection, and inventory management, delivering the highest standards of care and evaluation for your collection.
- Wine Authentication: Rigorous processes to verify the authenticity of each bottle, eliminating the risk of counterfeits or defects.
- Quality Inspection: Thorough assessment of storage conditions, labels, and bottle integrity to ensure the quality of your collection.
- Inventory Management: Detailed records to keep you fully informed about your collection at all times.
- Market Valuation: Timely and accurate valuations based on global market trends.
- Auction House Experience: In-depth knowledge of high-value wine transactions to help you maximize the potential value of your collection.
- Database: Over the years, we have built a comprehensive database with references to more than 5,000 fine and rare bottles, making our expertise uniquely distinguished compared to other merchants.
Our Services
Inventory Management
We deliver a comprehensive inventory record in Excel format, detailing bottle information, storage locations, and market valuations for effortless collection management.
Fee: HKD 2.5 per bottle (minimum charge HKD 3,000)
Physical Inspection
Our wine specialists meticulously examine each bottle, documenting its condition and labeling cases with unique codes to ensure traceability and integrity.
Fee: HKD 580 per bottle
Authentication Report
For high-value bottles, we provide detailed authentication reports verifying authenticity and condition, ideal for auctions, insurance, or transactions.
Fee: HKD 580 per bottle
Contact Us
Ready to elevate your wine collection management? Contact us today to learn more about our services or to schedule a consultation.
Frequently Asked Questions (Q&A)
Q: How long does the inventory inspection process take?
Todd: The lead time depends on the size of your collection and storage environment. On average, we can inspect and process approximately 1000 bottles per 1-2 working days. We coordinate with you to ensure a smooth and efficient process without disrupting your storage operations.
Q: Are my wines insured during the inspection process?
Todd: we handle your collection with the utmost care, using meticulous procedures to ensure the safety of every bottle during inspection. However, we do not cover damages or accidents that may occur during the process. We strongly recommend that your wines are covered by your existing insurance policy to protect against any unforeseen incidents. Our detailed authentication reports and inventory records can support insurance claims or valuations by documenting the condition and authenticity of your collection.
Q: Is the authentication report necessary for all bottles?
Todd: Authentication reports are recommended for high-value or rare bottles, particularly those intended for auctions, sales, or insurance purposes. For other bottles, our inventory service provides sufficient documentation of condition and authenticity.
Q: What information is included in the inventory record?
Todd: The inventory record, provided in Excel format, includes each bottle’s brand, vintage, region, case code, storage location, condition notes, and current market valuation, ensuring a clear and comprehensive overview of your collection.
Q: Can you identify counterfeit or damaged bottles?
Todd: Yes, our specialists use our extensive database of over 5,000 fine and rare bottles to identify potential counterfeits or defects. Any issues, such as damaged labels or suspected fakes, are documented in our reports, and we can provide authentication reports for further verification if needed.
Q: Are there discounts for large collections?
Todd: For collections exceeding 2000 bottles, we offer a 10% discount on physical inspection and authentication report fees to make our services more cost-effective for larger cellars. Contact us to discuss tailored pricing options.
Q: How do I get started?
Todd: Simply contact us via email or phone to discuss your needs. We’ll provide a detailed quote, schedule the inspection at your convenience, and guide you through the agreement process to begin.