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While steeped in tradition, modern producers are increasingly focused on quality, sustainable viticulture and expressing the character of individual vineyard sites, strengthening Franconia’s reputation for distinctive and food-friendly wines.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"furst-riesling-pur-mineral-2018","title":"Fürst Riesling Pur Mineral 2018","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, this mature vintage reveals layered complexity with pronounced mineral notes that define its character. Stone fruit aromas - ripe peach and apricot - mingle with citrus zest and a distinctive petrol undertone that speaks to bottle age. Floral hints of white flowers add elegance.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe palate demonstrates excellent development, with concentrated fruit flavours balanced by vibrant acidity that remains fresh despite years in bottle. Lime, green apple, and white peach dominate, underpinned by a saline minerality that persists through a long, refined finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe wine shows wonderful integration - fruit and acid in perfect harmony - with subtle honeyed notes emerging as it opens, indicating graceful maturation. A sophisticated expression of its terroir, drinking beautifully now with years ahead.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Furst","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58709339144576,"sku":"rs3514","price":17.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4483\/0080\/files\/furst-riesling-pur-mineral.jpg?v=1787159394"},{"product_id":"horst-sauer-escherndorfer-lump-riesling-s-trocken-2019","title":"Horst Sauer Escherndorfer Lump Riesling S. 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The acidity will soften gracefully, revealing additional complexity and a more seamless integration of flavours.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Horst Sauer","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58709339210112,"sku":"656","price":20.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1012\/4483\/0080\/files\/horst-sauer-lump-riesling-s-trocken.jpg?v=1787159394"},{"product_id":"horst-sauer-escherndorfer-lump-riesling-s-trocken-2020","title":"Horst Sauer Escherndorfer Lump Riesling S. Trocken 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eOn the nose, this wine reveals a captivating interplay of stone fruit and citrus—bright lemon zest mingles with ripe peach and subtle floral notes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate opens with striking minerality and tension, delivering a lean, nervy character that speaks to its terroir. Exotic fruit notes emerge gradually - marmalade and candied citrus - balanced by steely acidity and a whisper of saline minerality.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe structure is elegant and refined, with enough acidity and extract to support extended cellaring. 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