{"product_id":"donnhoff-riesling-tonschiefer-trocken-2024","title":"Donnhoff Riesling Tonschiefer Trocken 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDönnhoff Riesling Tonschiefer Trocken\u003c\/strong\u003e is a still white wine that precisely expresses the identity of German \u003cstrong\u003eRiesling\u003c\/strong\u003e. In the glass, it displays a pale straw yellow colour, opening with a fresh bouquet of wisteria, orange blossom and unripe pear, enriched by clear mineral notes and subtle hints of hydrocarbons. On the palate, it is vibrant and driven by a \u003cstrong\u003esharp freshness\u003c\/strong\u003e combined with deep minerality. The \u003cstrong\u003epersistent finish\u003c\/strong\u003e, characterised by almond nuances, makes it ideal for pairing with shellfish dishes, white meats and \u003cstrong\u003echeeses\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine originates from the Leistenberg vineyard, a steep site located in the \u003cstrong\u003eNahe\u003c\/strong\u003e. The pronounced slope of the land ensures optimal exposure and gradual ripening of the grapes, preserving the \u003cstrong\u003epurity of the fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e. The vines grow without any artificial irrigation, an agronomic approach that maximises the \u003cstrong\u003emineral expression\u003c\/strong\u003e of the soil. This local context gives the wine a \u003cstrong\u003edefined structure\u003c\/strong\u003e and clear aromas, precisely capturing the essence of the growing area.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eVinification begins with careful manual harvesting carried out in several passes to select the best grapes. The must ferments slowly, partly spontaneously with the help of \u003cstrong\u003eindigenous yeasts\u003c\/strong\u003e. Ageing is divided between stainless steel tanks, to preserve aromatic tension, and large \u003cstrong\u003eGerman oak barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, to broaden the flavour profile. This technique balances the vigorous mineral component and gives the wine remarkable \u003cstrong\u003earomatic complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e, while maintaining its innate elegance.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginating from the steep Erste Lage Leistenberg vineyards in the Nahe, the \u003cstrong\u003eDönnhoff Riesling Tonschiefer Trocken 2024\u003c\/strong\u003e highlights \u003cstrong\u003emineral precision\u003c\/strong\u003e by avoiding irrigation. Partial fermentation with indigenous yeasts and maturation between stainless steel and German oak barrels give it great elegance. Awarded \u003cstrong\u003e92 points by Robert Parker\u003c\/strong\u003e, it captivates with its absolute purity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Donnhoff","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45317754814635,"sku":"57533","price":30.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/donnhoff-riesling-tonschiefer-trocken-2024_57533_1_fc013ac3-6096-4f52-bb0e-17ab802bd92e.webp?v=1773774907","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/en-se\/products\/donnhoff-riesling-tonschiefer-trocken-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}