{"product_id":"gutzler-westhofener-spatburgunder-trocken-2019","title":"Gutzler Westhofener Spätburgunder Trocken 2019","description":"\u003cp\u003eGutzler Westhofener Spätburgunder Trocken 2019 is a finely tuned German Pinot Noir that delivers real depth, elegance, and site character. Sourced from the Gutzler estate’s two top vineyards and matured in large oak casks, it shows the kind of precision and freshness that makes Westhofen such an exciting place for Spätburgunder.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn the glass, it shows the bright, transparent colour typical of high-quality Pinot Noir, with an inviting and polished look. The nose opens with ripe wild raspberries, cherry stone, fruit cake, gentle herbs, and a subtle hint of damp forest floor, giving it both lift and earthy complexity.\n\nThe palate is elegant and finely structured, with raspberry and cherry at the core, supported by a pleasant mineral edge from Westhofen’s limestone soils. Long aging in large oak adds texture rather than overt woodiness, helping the wine feel juicy, fresh, and fully mature while still carrying enough balance to develop further over the next few years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe fruit comes from Gutzler’s two best vineyard sites in Westhofen, in Rheinhessen, where limestone-rich soils contribute freshness, precision, and a distinct mineral signature. After rigorous hand sorting, only the grapes deemed suitable for this blend were selected, and the wine was then aged for an extended period in large oak casks to preserve finesse and structure rather than heavy oak influence.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a versatile Pinot Noir that works beautifully with duck breast, roasted poultry, mushroom dishes, veal, or grilled salmon. Serve it slightly chilled at around 14–16°C, and decant briefly if desired, especially if you want to open up the wine’s earthy and floral nuances.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGutzler is a respected family estate in Westhofen, Rheinhessen, known for crafting precise, terroir-driven wines with a strong sense of place. Under Gerhard and Michael Gutzler, the winery has earned a reputation for outstanding Spätburgunder and for producing wines that consistently overdeliver in both quality and character.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gutzler","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54255018934609,"sku":"FW-4871","price":32.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/gutzlerwesthofenersptburgunderrotweintrockenorsteinwein2019-38.png?v=1783455736","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/gutzler-westhofener-spatburgunder-trocken-2019","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}