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Alcohol is often low, sometimes under 9%, and the best of them age beautifully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\" dir=\"ltr\"\u003eServe at 8°C to 10°C. Unbeatable with curry, Thai and Sichuan food, salty cured pork, pâté, blue cheese and anything smoked.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"ovum-riesling-off-the-grid-2023","title":"Ovum Riesling Off The Grid 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis dry Riesling is a captivating expression of terroir and varietal character. It offers a complex bouquet of aromas that evoke flinty minerality, ripe apricot, juicy orange and exotic guava, with hints of white flowers and herbs. On the palate, it has a rich and creamy texture that recalls the elegance of white Burgundy, but it also delivers a powerful and refreshing acidity that balances the fruit and adds vibrancy and length. 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