{"product_id":"falkenstein-ockfener-bockstein-alte-reben-mia-ap22-2025","title":"Falkenstein Ockfener Bockstein Alte Reben “Mia” AP22 2025","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eFalkenstein Ockfener Bockstein Alte Reben “Mia” AP22 2025 comes from Hofgut Falkenstein, the tiny family estate in the Konzer Tälchen run by Erich and Johannes Weber. The estate is known for its intensely traditional approach, including old vines, native yeast fermentations, no herbicides, and wines kept separate by individual fuder. Their focus is very much on vineyard character and the natural balance of the Saar rather than stylistic manipulation. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e“Mia” comes from a special parcel in the middle section of the Ockfener Bockstein, planted with more than 50 year old riesling vines that were once tended by the family’s grandmother, Mia. The vines grow in the steep, slate dominated Bockstein, where the cool climate and poor soils naturally encourage slow ripening and preserve the acidity that gives Saar riesling its distinctive energy. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are hand harvested and pressed before spontaneous fermentation with native yeasts in a traditional 1,000 liter Mosel fuder. The wine remains in the same large wooden vessel as it develops, with the old oak contributing texture and gradual evolution rather than an overt wood character. This is very much the traditional Falkenstein approach: the fuder is a vessel for élevage, not a flavoring tool. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 2025 is a Kabinett with just 8.0 percent alcohol and about 40 grams of residual sugar, balanced by 10.5 grams of acidity. Despite the sweetness, it comes across as remarkably light on its feet, with yellow fruit, herbs, subtle spice, and a distinctly mineral finish. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA beautiful example of Saar Kabinett where old vines, cool climate, traditional fuder aging, and naturally high acidity create complexity without weight.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"William's Corner","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51598963048763,"sku":null,"price":86.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/4991\/3915\/files\/FalkensteinOckfenerBocksteinAlteReben_Mia_AP222025.jpg?v=1787696452","url":"https:\/\/flightwineshop.com\/products\/falkenstein-ockfener-bockstein-alte-reben-mia-ap22-2025","provider":"Flight Wine Shop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}