{"product_id":"staatl-weinbaudomane-niederhausen-schlossbockelheim-schlossbockelheimer-kupfergrube-riesling-trockenbeerenauslese-1949-07-l","title":"Staatl. Weinbaudomäne Niederhausen-Schloßböckelheim - Schlossböckelheimer Kupfergrube Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese   1949 - 0,7 l","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable piece of Nahe wine history, this 1949 Schlossböckelheimer Kupfergrube Riesling Trockenbeerenauslese comes from one of the region’s most celebrated vineyards. Produced by the Staatliche Weinbaudomäne Niederhausen-Schloßböckelheim, it is a rare, mature sweet wine shaped by meticulous selection and more than seven decades of bottle age.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is expected to show the deepened colour and evolved character typical of a mature Trockenbeerenauslese, although the exact appearance will depend on its storage history. Its bouquet reveals honey, dried fruit and warming spice, with the mineral character associated with the Kupfergrube site adding further depth.\n\nOn the palate, concentrated sweetness is balanced by Riesling’s fine acidity, creating structure and freshness despite its age. Expect layers of mature dried-fruit and honeyed flavour, followed by a long, intense finish. As a 1949 bottling, its drinking condition is naturally dependent on provenance and storage, but it represents a fascinating opportunity to experience a historic, fully mature Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine originates from Schlossböckelheimer Kupfergrube in the Nahe, a renowned site known for mineral-rich soils and distinctive Riesling. The grapes were hand-harvested and carefully selected, with only the finest and ripest berries chosen for this Trockenbeerenauslese. This style is made from highly concentrated, naturally shrivelled berries, resulting in exceptional richness, sweetness and longevity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood \u0026amp; Serving\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eServe lightly chilled, around 10–12°C, allowing the wine’s mature aromas to develop in the glass. It is a natural partner for fruit-based desserts, crème brûlée, pâtisserie and blue or strongly flavoured cheeses, while its complexity also makes it compelling as a contemplative aperitif. Decanting is not always necessary for an old sweet wine; instead, open it carefully and pour gently, or decant briefly if sediment is present and the wine benefits from aeration.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Staatliche Weinbaudomäne Niederhausen-Schloßböckelheim is a state-run wine estate associated with the Nahe’s tradition of producing distinguished Riesling from outstanding vineyard sites. Its wines reflect the region’s mineral terroirs and the precision of German quality-wine production. This historic bottling from 1949 captures an important chapter in the Nahe’s winemaking heritage and will appeal to collectors and enthusiasts of mature German Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staatl. Weinbaudomäne Niederhausen-Schloßböckelheim","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54617138659665,"sku":"GWCOM-AR000152","price":2850.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/AR000152.png?v=1787089361","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/staatl-weinbaudomane-niederhausen-schlossbockelheim-schlossbockelheimer-kupfergrube-riesling-trockenbeerenauslese-1949-07-l","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}