{"product_id":"achristmann-riesling-idig-grosses-gewachs-2023","title":"A.Christmann Riesling Idig Großes Gewächs 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eFrom the celebrated Idig vineyard, this Grosses Gewächs shows why the site is regarded as one of Germany’s most distinguished Riesling locations. Its steep, south-east-facing slope and limestone-rich soils are associated with Rieslings of marked tension, elegance and depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe 2023’s specific tasting notes are not provided. Idig Rieslings are generally known for a focused, mineral style, with Riesling’s bright fruit and lively acidity shaped by the site’s limestone soils. Its structure suggests potential to develop further in bottle, though the precise drinking window will depend on the vintage and storage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIdig is an unusually steep slope by Pfalz standards, with a gradient of around 20% and a south-easterly aspect. Cooling winds from the Klausental help ventilate the vines and support slow, healthy ripening. The vineyard’s limestone bedrock is covered by terra fusca, with clay and small amounts of basalt; its plantings include old, partly ungrafted vines alongside younger parcels. Grapes are hand-harvested in several passes and carefully selected. Further vinification details for the 2023 are not available.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe at around 10–12°C to bring out the wine’s freshness and detail. It should pair well with shellfish, simply prepared fish, poultry and dishes featuring herbs or subtle spice. For a young bottle, a little time in the glass can help it open; extended decanting is not essential.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWeingut A. Christmann is based in Gimmeldingen in the Pfalz, a region known for expressive Riesling and varied vineyard soils. The estate is particularly associated with site-driven wines and is a member of the VDP, Germany’s association of leading wine estates. Its work with distinguished vineyard sites such as Idig has helped establish its reputation among the region’s top producers.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Weingut A. Christmann","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54252809322833,"sku":"VC-8202044","price":81.93,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/achristmann-riesling-idig-grosses-gewachs-2023-0.jpg?v=1791675293","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/achristmann-riesling-idig-grosses-gewachs-2023","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}