{"product_id":"kunstler-hochheimer-kirschenstuck-riesling-beerenauslese-2015-0375pl","title":"Kunstler Hochheimer Kirschenstuck Riesling Beerenauslese 2015 DEMI","description":"\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eA Monumental Nectar of the Rheingau\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eIn 2026, the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"2\" data-index-in-node=\"13\"\u003e2015 Hochheimer Kirchenstück Beerenauslese (BA)\u003c\/b\u003e has evolved into a masterclass of liquid gold. The 2015 vintage in Germany is considered legendary, often compared to the iconic 1971 or 1990 vintages for its rare combination of massive sugar concentration and soaring, vibrant acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThis bottling comes from the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"29\"\u003eKirchenstück\u003c\/b\u003e (Church Piece), a site world-renowned for its deep, calcareous loess and marl soils. Because of its proximity to the Main river, it is particularly prone to the \"morning fog\" required for \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"3\" data-index-in-node=\"230\"\u003eBotrytis cinerea\u003c\/b\u003e (Noble Rot), which allows Weingut Künstler to produce these ultra-concentrated, botrytized dessert wines with remarkable frequency and quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"5\"\u003eThe Terroir: The Warmth of Hochheim\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"6\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Vibe:\u003c\/b\u003e If a Mosel BA is a \"crystal flute,\" a Hochheimer BA is a \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"67\"\u003e\"golden cello.\"\u003c\/b\u003e It is deeper, broader, and more textural.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Microclimate:\u003c\/b\u003e Hochheim is the easternmost point of the Rheingau. Its vineyards face south and are sheltered from cold winds, resulting in grapes that reach high maturity early.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"6,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe 2015 Signature:\u003c\/b\u003e This was a \"solar\" vintage. The botrytis was exceptionally clean, leading to wines that are \"unctuous\" and thick, yet defined by a piercing, diamond-like acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"8\"\u003e🍷 Tasting Notes (The \"Vibe\" in 2026)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eSix years into its second decade, the 2015 is moving from \"exotic primary fruit\" into its complex \"honeyed\" phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"10\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Nose:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"10\"\u003eOpulent and Multi-Dimensional.\u003c\/b\u003e It is a massive cloud of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"66\"\u003eapricot marmalade, dried mango, and lychee\u003c\/b\u003e. As it breathes, sophisticated notes of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"149\"\u003emanuka honey, beeswax, and saffron\u003c\/b\u003e emerge, alongside a signature Hochheimer hint of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"233\"\u003emilled stones\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Palate:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eViscous and \"Pulsating.\"\u003c\/b\u003e The entry is thick—literally \"dripping\" with \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"82\"\u003epeach and honey nectar\u003c\/b\u003e. However, the hallmark of Künstler is the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"147\"\u003esuper-racy acidity\u003c\/b\u003e that kicks in mid-palate, making the 200g\/L+ of residual sugar feel weightless and refreshing rather than cloying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Finish:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"12\"\u003eInfinite and Spicy.\u003c\/b\u003e It leaves a lingering trail of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"63\"\u003ecandied orange peel, caramelized pineapple, and a touch of white pepper\u003c\/b\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003e📋 Technical Snapshot\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eGrapes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,1,1,0\"\u003e100% Botrytized Riesling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eResidual Sugar\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,2,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eApprox. 200g\/L\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eABV\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,3,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eApprox. 7.0% – 8.0%\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eClosure\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,4,1,0\"\u003eScrew Cap (Vino-Lok) or Cork (standard for BA\/TBA)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eCritical Acclaim\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,5,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e94–96 Points\u003c\/b\u003e (Decanter \/ James Suckling)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eDrinking Window\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cspan data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"13,6,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e2021 – 2060.\u003c\/b\u003e This is an heirloom wine. It is stunning today for its opulence but will gain incredible \"petrol and spice\" nuances over the next 30+ years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003chr data-path-to-node=\"14\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-path-to-node=\"15\"\u003eBest Paired With:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"16\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Classic Contrast:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"22\"\u003eRoquefort or Stilton Cheese\u003c\/b\u003e; the saltiness of the blue cheese creates a legendary \"electric\" harmony with the wine's sugar and acid.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe High-End Match:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"20\"\u003eFoie Gras with a fig compote\u003c\/b\u003e; the wine’s acidity cuts through the fat while its fruit notes mirror the figs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003eThe Purest Choice:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"16,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"19\"\u003eEnjoyed solo\u003c\/b\u003e as a liquid dessert (a \"meditation wine\"). One small glass is enough to last an entire evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cblockquote data-path-to-node=\"17\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"17,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003ePro Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e In 2026, the 2015 BA is reaching a plateau of \"perfect balance.\" To experience the full spectrum of \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"109\"\u003esaffron and tropical fruit\u003c\/b\u003e aromatics, serve it at \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"17,0\" data-index-in-node=\"159\"\u003e8–10°C\u003c\/b\u003e. Because this is a \"Beerenauslese\" (Berry Select Harvest), the production was tiny—usually only a few hundred half-bottles (0.375L) were made.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/blockquote\u003e","brand":"Muru Wines","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57122464956790,"sku":"'6419294298293","price":116.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0971\/0770\/6230\/files\/kunstler_82bba8af-a87c-4bbb-993a-110d1905a949.png?v=1774190615","url":"https:\/\/muruwines.fi\/products\/kunstler-hochheimer-kirschenstuck-riesling-beerenauslese-2015-0375pl","provider":"MuruWines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}