- Glossary
- Riesling - noble white wine
Riesling - noble white wine
Riesling is one of the noblest white wine grape varieties, originating from the Rhine Valley in Germany. The wine is distinguished by high acidity, floral aromas, and notes of peach, apricot, and minerals. The variety is extremely versatile, enabling production of wines from dry to sweet dessert styles.
- Riesling is considered one of the finest white grape varieties in the world.
- The variety originates from the Rhine region with first mentions dating to the 15th century.
- Riesling can age in bottle for decades, developing honey and petrol notes.
- In Germany there are six classification levels for Riesling based on grape ripeness.
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