{"product_id":"weingut-franz-hirtzberger-hochrain-riesling-smaragd-2008","title":"Franz Hirtzberger Hochrain Riesling Smaragd 2008 Winery","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeingut Franz Hirtzberger Hochrain Riesling Smaragd 2008\u003c\/strong\u003e embodies the distinctive character of the Wachau: a Hochrain Riesling shaped by the terroir of the steep slate slopes and matured in the elegant Smaragd style. The 2008 vintage lends the wine depth and maturity without sacrificing freshness. Renowned critics such as Falstaff, Robert Parker, Jancis Robinson, Jeff Leve, and the Wine Spectator praise the fine balance between concentrated fruit, mineral precision, and the aging potential of this winery.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eIn tasting, it displays a yellow-green fruit palette: lime, green apples, peach, refined by a clear minerality, flint, and petrol-like nuances. On the palate, the wine presents a dense structure, vibrant acidity, and a long, lively finish; the aromatic development from the 2008 vintage gives it complexity while maintaining its freshness. The wine combines maturity with finesse, reminding us why Hochrain is one of the longest-lived Rieslings in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eFood pairing recommendations: Accompany the Hochrain with grilled turbot or trout, asparagus dishes with hollandaise, white meat or sushi, and aged cheese. The clear acid structure and aromatic profile also harmonize with spicy Asian dishes that benefit from freshness and minerality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Weingut Franz Hirtzberger","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53121178337618,"sku":null,"price":79.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0925\/9460\/2322\/files\/hirtzbergerSpitzerHochrainSmaragd2008-01.jpg?v=1775302466","url":"https:\/\/vinosas.com\/en\/products\/weingut-franz-hirtzberger-hochrain-riesling-smaragd-2008","provider":"VINOSAS","version":"1.0","type":"link"}