{"product_id":"falkenstein-gewurztraminer-2024","title":"Falkenstein Gewurztraminer 2024","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine is it\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eFalkenstein \u003cstrong\u003eGewürztraminer\u003c\/strong\u003e is a white wine with a dry and concentrated profile. In the glass, it displays an intense yellow colour with warm highlights, revealing distinct \u003cstrong\u003earomas of mango and lychee\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it is supported by a pleasant acidity, finishing with a \u003cstrong\u003esavoury and dry aftertaste\u003c\/strong\u003e. The elegance of \u003cstrong\u003eGewürztraminer\u003c\/strong\u003e enhances fish dishes, cheeses, and vegetarian recipes. Its sip also complements spicy foods and white meats such as \u003cstrong\u003educk à l'orange\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially when served at a temperature between 12 and 14 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere does it come from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis wine comes from South Tyrol, within the renowned area of the \u003cstrong\u003eVal Venosta\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Falkenstein winery follows a strict \u003cstrong\u003eorganic and sustainable\u003c\/strong\u003e philosophy, dedicating itself to meticulous manual work in the vineyard to respect the ecosystem. The mountain climate gives the wine a pronounced aromatic definition. Maturation takes place in an exclusive \u003cstrong\u003ecellar carved into the rock\u003c\/strong\u003e, a protected environment that guarantees constant natural conditions, allowing the wine to refine and evolve for three to five years.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow is it produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eProduction begins with \u003cstrong\u003ewhite vinification\u003c\/strong\u003e at a controlled temperature of 18 °C. Fermentation takes place in \u003cstrong\u003eacacia wood barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e for a period of six to eight weeks, a process that gently extracts the aromatic components. Subsequently, the wine matures with a \u003cstrong\u003enine-month ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e in the same large barrels. The use of acacia is an essential technical choice to support the structure and complexity of the tasting experience, ensuring a result with a clear and harmonious profile.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in South Tyrol in 1995 by Franz and Magdalena Pratzner, the Falkenstein estate demonstrates a deep commitment to \u003cstrong\u003enatural and sustainable\u003c\/strong\u003e viticulture. Through meticulous \u003cstrong\u003emanual work\u003c\/strong\u003e on its twelve hectares of land, the family fully enhances the elegance of Gewürztraminer. The heart of the production is the cellar carved into the rock: here, the wine patiently matures for nine months in large \u003cstrong\u003eacacia wood barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, an artisanal approach that brings out the extraordinary and unmistakable aromatic richness of the vintage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Falkenstein (Franz Pratzner)","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47914861232299,"sku":"62676","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/falkenstein-gewurztraminer-2024","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}