The best Riesling wines are characterized by clean, zingy, floral aromas and a trademark fresh acidity.

RIESLING.

August 24, 2011

Riesling Wine
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Color: White
A key noble variety of Germany, and increasingly planted in new world regions, Riesling is widely viewed as one of the great wine grapes of the world. Most widely planted in the Rheingau and Mosel, its ripens comparatively late in the season, normally in October and early November, depending on the conditions of the vintage in question. Riesling vines needs careful siting in order for their grapes to mature properly in cool climate regions.
The best Riesling wines are characterized by clean, zingy, floral aromas and a trademark fresh acidity. As these wines age they can develop a distinctive aroma reminiscent of petrol, or diesel fuel.
Synonyms of Riesling are Weisser Riesling, Petit Rhin (Switzerland), Rajinski Rizling (Eastern Europe), RajnaiRizling (Eastern Europe), Rhein Riesling (Germany), Rheinriesling (Germany), Rhine (Australia) and Rhine Riesling (Germany).
Few varieties, white or red, can approach the ageing potential of well-made Riesling wines.

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