{"title":"Ravensburg Castle","description":"Founded in 1251, the Burg Ravensburg winery is one of the oldest wineries in Germany. Located near the town of Sulzfeld, it is currently managed by Claus Burmeister. Winemakers Daniel Rupp and Jürgen Kern are responsible for the wine production. The winery owns a total vineyard area of ​​36 hectares, including the particularly excellent sites of Sulzfelder Löchle, Dicker Franz, and Husarenkappe. The soils, composed of clay, gypsum, and loess, offer ideal growing conditions for the vines. Among the grape varieties used to produce Burg Ravensburg wines are Pinot Gris, Lemberger, Schwarzriesling, and Trollinger. The winery produces approximately 260,000 bottles of wine annually. Gault\u0026amp;Millau 2019 awarded 4 grapes to the Burg Ravensburg winery and 3 grapes to the Heitlinger winery, placing it among the top German wineries.","products":[{"product_id":"burg-ravensburg-husarenkappe-gg-riesling","title":"Ravensburg Castle Husarenkappe GG Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHusarenkappe GG Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e from Burg Ravensburg is not a wine for a fleeting moment—it\u0026#39;s for those who know that great Riesling needs time and gives time. If you\u0026#39;re looking for a white wine that embodies artisanal depth, geological distinctiveness, and a genuine story, you\u0026#39;ve come to the right place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The \u003cstrong\u003eHusarenkappe\u003c\/strong\u003e vineyard in the eastern Kraichgau region comprises just 6.5 hectares, faces southwest, and sits on a unique subsoil: finely weathered, heat-retaining rock fragments over calcareous Keuper marl with a remarkable gypsum content. This soil unmistakably shapes the wine—giving it its freshness, minerality, and aging potential that many other vineyards simply cannot match.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The hussar cap shows what it can do in the glass:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e Ripe apricot and fresh herbal notes on the nose\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e A dense, expressive body with a clear, vibrant structure.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Well-integrated acidity and a long, mineral-driven finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e Awarded 91 points by Gault Millau and 90 points by Wine Enthusiast\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e Drink it now — and you\u0026#39;ll experience its richness and vibrancy. Let it age for a few more years — and you\u0026#39;ll discover how great German Riesling truly unfolds. At the table, it pairs wonderfully with delicate fish, seafood, or creamy sauces. Or treat yourself to a glass all to yourself, on an evening that deserves something special.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Burg Ravensburg","offers":[{"title":"2020","offer_id":52694854074704,"sku":"V02320","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false},{"title":"2016","offer_id":53039881355600,"sku":"V02320-2026","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true},{"title":"2021","offer_id":53093125947728,"sku":"V02320-2021","price":39.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0896\/3509\/4864\/files\/vinoscout_burg_ravensburg_husarenkappe_gg_riesling_1.webp?v=1771237687"},{"product_id":"burg-ravensburg-dicker-franz-blaufrankisch-grosse-lage","title":"Ravensburg Castle Dicker Franz Blaufränkisch Grosse Lage","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eDicker Franz Blaufränkisch Grosse Lage\u003c\/strong\u003e from Burg Ravensburg is a red wine for those seeking depth, character, and a good story in their glass. Named after Baron Franz Göler von Ravensburg (1701–1765), a passionate bon vivant who went down in family history, this wine bears his name with dignity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e The Grand Cru vineyard \u0026quot;Dicker Franz\u0026quot; comprises 7.5 hectares on the Burgberg hill and is spread across two slopes. The southwestern section—with its higher site quality—is reserved for Lemberger (Blaufränkisch). The soil, composed of \u003cstrong\u003egypsum-keuper\u003c\/strong\u003e , formed in the Triassic period around 250 to 210 million years ago, is barren, very calcareous, and retains heat well. It is precisely this mineral sparseness that drives the vines deep, giving the wine concentration and a distinctive structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e In the glass, it displays a \u003cstrong\u003edeep blue-red color\u003c\/strong\u003e with a dense aroma of black fruits: black cherry, cassis, and elderberry, underpinned by roasted notes of coffee and cocoa. On the palate, it is powerful and full-bodied, with a hint of chocolate, rich tannins, and a long finish. 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