{"product_id":"schloss-reinhartshausen-erbacher-siegelsberg-riesling-spatlese-1943-ex-chateau-2018-07-l","title":"Schloss Reinhartshausen - Erbacher Siegelsberg Riesling Spätlese    1943 'ex Chateau 2018' - 0,7 l","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable piece of Rheingau wine history, the Schloss Reinhartshausen Erbacher Siegelsberg Riesling Spätlese 1943 was harvested during a defining wartime vintage and matured at the estate before being released from its treasure cellar in 2018. Presented in a 0.7-litre bottle, this exceptionally rare sweet Riesling combines remarkable age with the character of one of the Rheingau’s renowned vineyard sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine displays a deep golden hue, reflecting its extraordinary evolution in bottle and cask. Its mature bouquet is rich and expressive, with aromas of ripe peach, apricot and honey, complemented by an underlying mineral character.\n\nOn the palate, it is full-bodied and complex, balancing its sweetness with refreshing acidity. The finish is long, elegant and gently mineral, with the layered, mellow character expected from a wine of this age. As a historic, mature bottling, it is best enjoyed now; its condition and longevity will depend greatly on storage and provenance.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe grapes came from the Erbacher Siegelsberg vineyard in Germany’s Rheingau and were made into Riesling Spätlese. Following the 1943 harvest, the wine was matured in oak casks at Schloss Reinhartshausen and remained in the estate’s cellars until it was removed from the treasure cellar in 2018. Details regarding harvesting methods and the precise vinification are not available, but the extended maturation has contributed significantly to its depth and complexity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIts sweetness, acidity and mature fruit profile make it a natural partner for gently spiced cuisine, aromatic Asian-inspired dishes, foie gras, blue or mature cheeses and fruit-based desserts. Serve lightly chilled at approximately 10–12°C. Given its age, decanting is generally not recommended; instead, stand the bottle upright before opening and pour carefully, allowing any sediment to remain undisturbed. Once opened, the wine is best enjoyed soon after serving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSchloss Reinhartshausen is the historic estate associated with this rare Rheingau bottling. The wine’s long maturation at the property and release from the estate’s treasure cellar in 2018 are central to its provenance and appeal. Further details about the winery’s history and achievements are not available from the information provided.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Schloss Reinhartshausen","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54617138757969,"sku":"GWCOM-AR000116","price":375.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/AR000116.png?v=1787089362","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/schloss-reinhartshausen-erbacher-siegelsberg-riesling-spatlese-1943-ex-chateau-2018-07-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}