{"product_id":"ritterhof-gewurztraminer-auratus-2025","title":"Ritterhof Gewurztraminer Auratus 2025","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat type of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRitterhof’s Gewürztraminer Auratus is an aromatic white wine with a Protected Designation of Origin that elegantly expresses the character of Alto Adige. On the nose, it reveals itself as exuberant, with intense aromas of rose and geranium that intertwine with notes of tropical fruit, elderflower, dill and sage. On the palate, it exhibits a \u003cstrong\u003estructured texture\u003c\/strong\u003e, harmoniously balanced by a \u003cstrong\u003esavoury freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e, enhanced by meticulous cold maceration and ageing on the lees. This balance makes it the ideal companion for Asian cuisine dishes, flavourful cheeses, shellfish and grilled fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates in the heart of Tramin, specifically in the Rungg area of Alto Adige. The vineyards are situated in sunny locations at an altitude between 320 and 400 metres, a condition that favours the full ripening of the bunches. The \u003cstrong\u003eclay-loam soil\u003c\/strong\u003e plays a fundamental role, giving solidity to the structure and amplifying the aromatic spectrum. The winery adopts \u003cstrong\u003esustainable viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e, acting in full respect of the Alpine ecosystem.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe production process begins with the \u003cstrong\u003emanual harvest\u003c\/strong\u003e, carried out between late September and mid-October. Once in the cellar, the Gewürztraminer grapes undergo cold maceration for approximately seven hours, a crucial step for extracting aromatic compounds from the skins. Fermentation at a controlled temperature is followed by careful \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e. This phase allows the clarity of the aromas to be consolidated and gives the wine a pleasant and silky texture on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1967, the renowned Ritterhof estate produces the Auratus, an authentic expression of \u003cstrong\u003eGewürztraminer Alto Adige DOC\u003c\/strong\u003e from the highly-prized vineyards of Termeno. Following the principles of \u003cstrong\u003esustainable viticulture\u003c\/strong\u003e, the winery enhances the Alpine terroir through the use of grapes harvested strictly by hand. Meticulous cold maceration and slow \u003cstrong\u003eageing on the lees\u003c\/strong\u003e give this wine a silky texture and an unmistakable aromatic exuberance, qualities of excellence celebrated by the leading wine guides.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ritterhof","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47447472341163,"sku":"62286","price":27.0,"currency_code":"CHF","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/ritterhof-gewurztraminer-auratus-2025_62286_1_f80fc1ef-5e6d-4e1f-aad6-15ff16b930f4.webp?v=1788272764","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-ch\/products\/ritterhof-gewurztraminer-auratus-2025","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}