{"title":"Wine 1943","description":"\u003ch2\u003eA historic wine from 1943\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The 1943 vintage is widely acknowledged as the finest of the war years, making a 1943 wine a very special experience to pour into the glass. Despite difficult conditions with scarce resources and a shortage of labor across Europe, an unusually warm and dry summer provided ideal conditions for an early and successful harvest. This resulted in drops of remarkably high quality that have proven to have enormous aging potential, especially when we talk about the recognized European wine regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e The gift that brings the past to life\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This particular vintage can be considered a living historical document, a testament to resilience and survival under extreme conditions. During this period, many winegrowers were forced to hide their best bottles behind false walls or bury them to protect them from confiscation. The surviving bottles from this particular year therefore represent, like \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vin-1933\"\u003ethe historic wine from 1933\u003c\/a\u003e , a living story and a proud piece of European cultural heritage that has survived the passing of the decades in the most remarkable way.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e When you open a bottle from this vintage, you create a direct and sensual connection to a pivotal time in world history. The remarkable quality combined with the historical context makes this vintage highly sought after by collectors. It is a gift that goes beyond the mature tasting experience itself, conveying a fascinating story of dedication and meticulous craftsmanship despite historical adversity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Proper storage of old vintages\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e For a wine with so many decades of aging to retain its fine nuances, a dedicated approach to storage is required. At Bottles With History, we ensure that all older bottles are stored in optimal and strictly climate-controlled conditions. We maintain a constant temperature of between 11 and 14 degrees to prevent the liquid from expanding and contracting, which could potentially damage the older and very fragile cork.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e At the same time, we maintain a relative humidity of 60 to 70 percent. This keeps the cork hydrated, preventing it from shrinking and allowing harmful oxygen to enter the bottle. All bottles are stored horizontally to ensure constant contact between the liquid and the cork, and they are stored in complete darkness, without any shaking. These precise storage requirements protect the integrity of the cork and ensure that the contents mature slowly and in a controlled manner, until they are ready to be enjoyed by the lucky recipient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Safe delivery of your wine from 1943\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e When you order a historical wine gift from 1943, you can also find other rare vintages on the site, for example \u003ca href=\"\/en\/collections\/vin-1953\"\u003ewine from 1953\u003c\/a\u003e , and it is of course crucial that both ordering and delivery proceed flawlessly and safely. At Bottles With History, we value a safe buying experience, where good service and reliable shipping go hand in hand. We have created clear and fixed frameworks for shipping, so you can rest assured that the package will reach the recipient safely and on time.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e Same-day delivery so your gift arrives quickly and accurately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e Safe and secure packaging that gives the historic bottles optimal protection during transport.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e High customer satisfaction with a TrustScore of 4.6, based on good reviews from our previous customers.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e Flexible delivery options, where you can freely choose between delivery to a parcel shop or directly to a private address.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e Available and present customer service, always ready to help you with questions regarding ordering and shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n","products":[{"product_id":"barolo-barolo-giacomo-borgogno-figli-1943","title":"Barolo Giacomo Borgogno \u0026amp; Figli 1943 Riserva","description":"Discover the beauty of this exceptional Red Wine from Giacomo Borgogno \u0026amp; Figli, harvested in the heart of Barolo, Italy in 1943. The wine's rich history makes it a rare gem, celebrated by connoisseurs. An exceptional choice for special occasions, where the exclusive character of the wine shines. Bottle in excellent condition, ready to impress the collector or the dedicated wine lover looking for something truly unique from the vineyards of the past.","brand":"Giacomo Borgogno \u0026 Figli","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54665239855430,"sku":"","price":5200.0,"currency_code":"DKK","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0646\/3478\/1950\/files\/9408192eb42b4b59b0dc9711e9999426.jpg?v=1750184532"}],"url":"https:\/\/bottleswithhistory.nl\/en\/collections\/wine-1943.oembed","provider":"Bottles With History","version":"1.0","type":"link"}