Riesling Brut
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–5 years of release to appreciate its fresh, vibrant fruit and crisp effervescence, though well-stored bottles can develop intriguing petrol and honeyed complexities over 5–8 years.
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fresh oysters, smoked salmon, tempura vegetables
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Crafted in the heart of the Rheingau, Weingut Künstler's Riesling Brut is a sparkling testament to Germany's rich history of Sekt production, which dates back to the early 19th century when German winemakers returned from Champagne with secrets of the traditional method. This sparkling wine is produced using the Klassische Flaschengärung (traditional bottle fermentation) method, where the base Riesling grapes are harvested early to preserve their electric, vibrant acidity. Sourced from the estate's meticulously farmed vineyards in Hochheim, where the soils are rich in clay, loess, and marl, the wine undergoes extended lees aging. This process marries the naturally high acidity and bright stone fruit character of Riesling with a creamy, brioche-like texture, resulting in a sparkling wine of exceptional depth, precision, and mineral elegance.
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Re-established in 1965 by Franz Künstler in Hochheim am Main, Weingut Künstler carries forward a family winemaking heritage dating back to 1648 in Moravia. Today, under the stewardship of Gunter Künstler, who took over in 1992, the estate has risen to become one of the Rheingau's most celebrated producers and a prominent member of the VDP. The winery is renowned for its meticulous management of legendary Erste and Grosse Lage vineyards, such as Hochheimer Hölle and Kirchenstück. Utilizing traditional large oak casks alongside modern stainless steel, Künstler crafts exceptionally precise, mineral-driven Rieslings and elegant Spätburgunders that beautifully express the unique clay-loess and limestone terroirs near the Main river.