Tokay d'Alsace 1969 wine bottle - original label - Muscat

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Description

This 1969 Tokay d'Alsace wine bottle features the slender shape characteristic of Alsace wine bottles, with a long, thin neck made of green glass. The original label, visible on the front, bears the inscription "Vins d'Alsace" as well as "Tokay d'Alsace" in red, accompanied by details such as the year "1969" and the traditional crest. Also visible are the mentions "Appellation Alsace contrôlée" and the reference to Muscat & Wettolsheim, Hamann & Cie. The top capsule has a patinated appearance with traces of oxidation and signs of age, typical of long cellar aging.

The liquid level is visible through the glass, revealing a dark hue, a sign of the wine's natural evolution over the decades. The label, though partially worn, remains largely legible and retains its original graphic elements, notably the heraldic shield and Gothic letters. The neck collar is still present, though partially deteriorated, and the capsule shows pronounced patination, with traces of accumulated deposit and dust.

The bottle is photographed against a wooden background, highlighting the transparency of the glass and the authentic appearance of the object. No glass chips are visible on the presented side. The overall appearance demonstrates a beautiful visual presence, typical of Alsatian Tokay bottles from the late 1960s. No indication of capacity is visible on the front, in accordance with the standards of the time.

The typography of the label, the presence of the crest, and the handwritten inscriptions are representative of the graphic style of traditional Alsatian bottles. The dominant colors are aged beige, red, and black, reinforcing the authentic and regional aspect of the bottle.

The inscriptions visible on the main label are: "Vins d'Alsace", "Fondée en 1717", "Tokay d'Alsace", "Appellation Alsace Contrôlée", "Muscat & Wettolsheim Hamann & Cie".

Condition

Used item sold as is, with traces of wear, patination on the capsule, and a partially damaged label. Wine level visible, consistent with long cellar storage. No chips visible on the presented side.

Did you know? Tokay d'Alsace, now called Pinot Gris, was historically produced under this name in Alsace until the early 2000s, following an agreement with Hungary regarding the Tokaji appellation. Bottles bearing the mention "Tokay" have therefore become emblematic of vintages prior to this change in legislation.

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