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Riesling
Riesling is a white wine grape variety that is grown in many wine regions around the world, including Germany, Alsace and the Columbia Valley of Washington. It is known for its versatility and for producing wines with a wide range of flavours and styles, from dry to sweet, and is considered one of the great white wine grape varieties.
Notable regions
Some of the most notable regions for Riesling production include the Mosel and Rheingau regions of Germany, Alsace in France, and the Clare and Eden Valleys in Australia. In Germany, Riesling is often used to produce a range of wine styles, from bone-dry to extremely sweet, while in Alsace it is typically bottled as a single varietal. In Australia, Riesling is most commonly used to produce crisp and refreshing wines with bright acidity and moderate alcohol levels.
Other countries where Riesling is cultivated include Austria, New Zealand and Italy.
Characteristics
Riesling wines are known for their bright acidity and range of flavour profiles, from bone-dry to extremely sweet. Wines made from Riesling are often light-bodied and crisp, with notes of green and citrus fruits, such as apples and lemon, along with notes of floral and mineral character. On the nose, Riesling wines can exhibit aromas of citrus, floral and stone fruit, along with hints of honey, petrol and minerality.
The level of sweetness in Riesling wines can vary greatly, with drier styles showcasing the grape's bright acidity and crisp flavours, while sweeter styles can exhibit rich fruit notes and a plush mouthfeel. The high acidity in Riesling wines makes them well-suited to ageing.