{"product_id":"fernand-engel-riesling-reserve-2022","title":"Fernand Engel, Riesling Reserve, 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eFernand Engel Riesling Réserve 2022 is a clean, focused Alsace Riesling that shows exactly why the region is so admired for precision and purity. Hand-harvested from selected parcels and grown organically on limestone and schist soils, it combines vibrant fruit with a subtle mineral edge and a classic, food-friendly structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows a bright, pale straw color that hints at freshness and lift. The nose opens with lively aromas of pineapple and peach, backed by a fine mineral character that gives the wine its sense of definition and balance.\n\nOn the palate, it is harmonious and refreshing, with crisp acidity carrying flavors of tropical fruit through to a long, intense finish. The wine already feels beautifully composed, but its balance and structure suggest it will continue to gain nuance over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis Riesling comes from four parcels around Orschwiller and Saint-Hippolyte in Alsace, where the vineyards benefit from limestone and schist soils that help shape the wine’s tension and mineral profile. The vines are farmed organically, and the grapes are harvested by hand to ensure only healthy fruit reaches the cellar. Vinification is carried out with a focus on preserving the grape’s natural purity, freshness, and aromatic precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAn excellent match for delicate fish dishes, shellfish, sushi, and lightly seasoned poultry, this Riesling also works beautifully with dishes that include fresh herbs or citrus. Serve well chilled, ideally around 8–10°C, and there is no need to decant.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFernand Engel is a respected family producer in Alsace known for its commitment to organic viticulture and expressive, terroir-driven wines. The estate has built a strong reputation for crafting wines with clarity, balance, and regional character, and is especially admired for its precise, elegant whites.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fernand Engel","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255833645393,"sku":"OS-111122","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/111122_d5a1edb0-3e27-4736-86e9-d87bbd8361a5.png?v=1783462036","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/fernand-engel-riesling-reserve-2022","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}