{"product_id":"famille-hugel-alsace-riesling-classic-2024","title":"Famille Hugel Alsace Riesling Classic 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFamille Hugel Riesling Classic is a still white wine with a taut and structured aromatic profile. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour with greenish highlights. On the nose, it reveals fruity notes of lime and kiwi, combined with delicate citrus nuances. The palate is lively and elegant, characterised by a residual sugar of 4.1 g\/L perfectly balanced by a vibrant acidity of 7.71 g\/L. The \u003cstrong\u003epronounced minerality\u003c\/strong\u003e supports the drink, offering precision and a \u003cstrong\u003efresh, crystalline finish\u003c\/strong\u003e for a \u003cstrong\u003esmooth and consistent sip\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis white wine originates in France, in the commune of Riquewihr. The \u003cstrong\u003eFamille Hugel\u003c\/strong\u003e winery, founded in 1639, cultivates its own vineyards in the heart of Alsace. The terroir, combined with a limited yield of 65 hl\/ha and a pH of 3.04, gives the wine a dry and deeply territorial character. The winemaking approach enhances the definition of the fruit and expressive clarity. Thanks to its solid structure, the wine has excellent \u003cstrong\u003eageing potential\u003c\/strong\u003e, capable of evolving in the cellar and developing greater complexity over \u003cstrong\u003efive to ten years\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDuring harvest, the grapes destined for pressing are handled using \u003cstrong\u003egravity filling\u003c\/strong\u003e, with no mechanical intervention, to preserve the integrity of the bunches. After pressing, the must settles for several hours. Fermentation takes place in vats or \u003cstrong\u003etemperature-controlled barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, maintained between 18 and 24°C. The wine undergoes only one racking before natural winter clarification. This is followed by a \u003cstrong\u003elight spring filtration\u003c\/strong\u003e and adequate cellar ageing, ensuring the perfect balance of flavour is achieved.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBorn in the heart of Alsace, the \u003cstrong\u003eRiesling Classic\u003c\/strong\u003e reflects the exceptional craftsmanship of the Hugel Family, a historic establishment founded in 1639 in Riquewihr. This captivating Alsace AOC is vinified by loading the presses by gravity, without the use of pumps, to preserve the integrity of the fruit. After eighteen months of ageing in the cellar, including natural clarification and a careful rest in the bottle, the wine reaches its perfect harmony. Praised by Serge Dubs and awarded \u003cstrong\u003e92 points by James Suckling\u003c\/strong\u003e, it proudly expresses the authentic \u003cstrong\u003eAlsatian tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hugel \u0026 Fils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46259707445419,"sku":"60580","price":21.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/famille-hugel-alsace-riesling-classic-2024_60580_1_a34e69ae-92e0-4304-81ac-83e284043656.webp?v=1773450394","url":"https:\/\/xtriwine.com\/products\/famille-hugel-alsace-riesling-classic-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}