{"product_id":"famille-hugel-alsace-riesling-estate-2021","title":"Famille Hugel Alsace Riesling Estate 2021","description":"\u003ch3\u003eWhat kind of wine it is\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamille Hugel Estate Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e is a dry white wine made from Riesling grapes, an authentic expression of the Alsace region. In the glass, it displays a straw yellow colour with greenish highlights, revealing clear aromas of citrus fruits, kiwi and white flowers, enriched by a subtle \u003cstrong\u003ehint of flint\u003c\/strong\u003e. On the palate, it stands out for its full and structured attack, supported by a \u003cstrong\u003evibrant acidity\u003c\/strong\u003e that extends its persistent finish. Served chilled, it elegantly accompanies shellfish, delicate baked dishes, white meats and mature cheeses.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere it comes from\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe grapes come from selected plots in the Riquewihr area, including the renowned Schoenenbourg and Sporen crus. In this area, the \u003cstrong\u003eclay soils\u003c\/strong\u003e give the wine a marked personality and deep aromatic intensity. Famille Hugel cultivates mature vines with a meticulous approach, aimed at enhancing the richness of the fruit. The terroir allows for the development of a complex and harmonious sip, in which the characteristics of the land blend with a pronounced \u003cstrong\u003ecapacity for ageing\u003c\/strong\u003e, always preserving the \u003cstrong\u003eterritorial identity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow it is produced\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe harvest is carried out by hand and the grapes are transferred to the presses exclusively by gravity, without the use of pumps. After settling, the must ferments at a controlled temperature in vats and partially in \u003cstrong\u003eBurgundy barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, a step that provides a balance between freshness and structure. Before winter, a single racking encourages \u003cstrong\u003enatural clarification\u003c\/strong\u003e, avoiding artificial treatments. In spring, after a light filtration, the wine rests in the cellar following bottling to define a \u003cstrong\u003eprecise and harmonious profile\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHistory and Curiosities\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFounded in 1639 in Alsace, Hugel \u0026amp; Fils produces a Riesling of absolute prestige. The grapes come from selected plots in Riquewihr, including the renowned \u003cstrong\u003ecrus Schoenenbourg and Sporen\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the clay soils impart exceptional intensity. The artisanal approach is evident in the harvesting in small crates and in a gentle \u003cstrong\u003egravity pressing\u003c\/strong\u003e, which preserves the elegance of the must. Thanks to partial fermentation in \u003cstrong\u003eBurgundy barrels\u003c\/strong\u003e, the wine acquires a complex harmony, which was recognised in the 2020 vintage with high scores from James Suckling, Robert Parker and Vinous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Hugel \u0026 Fils","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48409209307307,"sku":"63072","price":32.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0652\/6789\/2395\/files\/famille-hugel-alsace-riesling-estate-2021_63072_1_f35559b2-0f2c-4f8a-84aa-71d9832c3719.webp?v=1793178571","url":"https:\/\/www.xtrawine.com\/en-uk\/products\/famille-hugel-alsace-riesling-estate-2021","provider":"Xtrawine","version":"1.0","type":"link"}