{"product_id":"staatsweinguter-eltville-kloster-eberbach-assmannshauser-hollenberg-spatburgunder-weissherbst-beerenauslese-fass-nr-48-1968-035-l-1","title":"Staatsweingüter Eltville (Kloster Eberbach) - Assmannshäuser Höllenberg Spätburgunder Weißherbst Beerenauslese Faß Nr. 48  1968 - 0,35 l","description":"\u003cp\u003eA remarkable piece of Rheingau wine history, this 1968 Assmannshäuser Höllenberg Spätburgunder Weißherbst Beerenauslese was produced by the Staatsweingüter Eltville, now associated with the historic Kloster Eberbach estate. Made from Pinot Noir and matured in cask no. 48, this rare 350 ml bottle offers collectors and enthusiasts the chance to experience a mature German sweet wine from an exceptional vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine is described as showing a deep, luminous amber hue, reflecting its six decades of bottle age. Its mature bouquet is rich with notes of dried and ripe fruits, honey, caramel and delicate oxidative nuances. On the palate, it is full-bodied and layered, balancing concentrated sweetness with refreshing acidity. The finish is long and persistent, leaving a warm impression of honeyed fruit and caramel.\n\nAs a mature Beerenauslese from 1968, it is best approached as a fully developed historical wine rather than one intended for further cellaring. Its condition will depend on storage and bottle variation, so it is ideally enjoyed soon after purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wine comes from Assmannshäuser Höllenberg, one of the Rheingau’s most celebrated vineyard sites, particularly renowned for expressive Pinot Noir. It was made as a Spätburgunder Weißherbst Beerenauslese—a pale rosé-style wine from Pinot Noir harvested at Beerenauslese ripeness—and matured in the numbered cask 48. Beerenauslese wines are produced from individually selected, highly ripe grapes, often influenced by noble rot, although the precise harvesting and vinification records for this historic bottle are not provided.\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 unfold in the glass. Its sweetness and acidity would pair beautifully with fruit-based desserts, crème brûlée, caramel desserts, blue cheese or foie gras. Given its age, decanting is not essential and may be counterproductive; instead, open carefully and pour gently, with a short period of aeration in the glass. If sediment is present, a cautious decant immediately before serving is recommended.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProducer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStaatsweingüter Eltville represents the historic wine-producing tradition of Kloster Eberbach, one of Germany’s most important wine estates. Founded by Cistercian monks in 1136, Kloster Eberbach helped shape the identity and reputation of the Rheingau over centuries. The estate is especially respected for its work with both Riesling and Pinot Noir, making this mature Assmannshäuser Höllenberg Beerenauslese a distinctive expression of the region’s long-standing winemaking heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Staatsweingüter Eltville (Kloster Eberbach)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54617129386321,"sku":"GWCOM-AR000302","price":225.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0874\/0614\/9969\/files\/AR000302.png?v=1787089247","url":"https:\/\/bottlehero.com\/products\/staatsweinguter-eltville-kloster-eberbach-assmannshauser-hollenberg-spatburgunder-weissherbst-beerenauslese-fass-nr-48-1968-035-l-1","provider":"Bottle Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}