This can include replacement value which may vary back and forth between retail and wholesale, upon request and without additional charge. Sales which have occurred prior to the recent past are subject to adjustment for probable changes which have occurred since the specific sale date. Adjustments are spelled out in the appraisal. Limiting conditions and a listing of assumptions are usual conditions of most appraisals. For example, the appraiser cannot guarantee that the wine is good or even drinkable although knowledge or reference books will usually permit the appraiser to comment on the probable drinkability of a particular wine.
Storage conditions can make a difference between a bad and good bottle of the same vintage.
Short of an assessment by tasting, the appraiser can only provide comparisons to wines of the same bottle size, year, and maker Charges for wine appraisals depend on the quantity of wine, country of origin, or if a personal visit is required. If the wines are not personally inspected the charges are very reasonable. Mail, fax or Email your list of wines, your number of bottles, and your reason for the appraisal, for a specific proposal and quotation, or to inquire with any questions you have.