Geh. Rat Aschrott'sche Erben - Hochheimer Kirchenstück Riesling Beerenauslese 1971 - 0,7l

A rare 1971 Riesling Beerenauslese from Hochheimer Kirchenstück in the Rheingau, one of Germany’s most celebrated vineyard sites. Having spent decades maturing in bottle, this 0.7-litre wine offers a distinctive opportunity to experience the depth and complexity of a mature German sweet wine from an exceptional vintage.

Tasting Notes
The wine displays a deep golden-yellow colour, reflecting its long bottle age. Its mature bouquet is marked by ripe peach and apricot, layered with notes of honey and a subtle spicy character. On the palate, it is rich, full-bodied and sweet, supported by a refreshing balance of acidity. A mineral nuance adds definition to the fruit, while the finish is long, persistent and gently warming. As a 1971 Beerenauslese, it is already fully mature and is best enjoyed now, with its condition depending on provenance and storage.

Production
Beerenauslese is produced from individually selected, highly ripe grapes, often affected by noble rot, which concentrates their natural sugars and flavour. This Riesling comes from the historic Hochheimer Kirchenstück vineyard in the Rheingau. Specific details regarding harvest selection, vinification and maturation are not available, but the wine’s decades of bottle ageing have contributed to its concentrated, mature character.

Food & Serving
Serve lightly chilled at approximately 10–12°C. Its sweetness and acidity make it a natural partner for fruit-based desserts, crème brûlée, pâtisserie and blue or mature cheeses, while it can also be enjoyed on its own as an aperitif or contemplative after-dinner wine. Decanting is generally not essential; if sediment is present, carefully stand the bottle upright before serving and pour gently. Open shortly before tasting to preserve its delicate mature aromas.

Producer
Geh. Rat Aschrott'sche Erben is the named producer of this historic Rheingau bottling. The wine’s identity is closely linked to Hochheim and the renowned Kirchenstück site, whose Rieslings are valued for their combination of ripe fruit, mineral character and age-worthiness. Further historical and production information about the estate is not available from the supplied details.

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