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Riesling | Local Wine Variety From Rhineland-Palatinate, Germany | TasteAtlas

Riesling

Riesling most likely hails from the Rhine region of Germany, but it has shown great success in other European wine regions, primary Austria and Alsace, as well as the United States and Australia. However, the best expressions of the grape are thought to be in Germany where Riesling remains the most planted grape variety.


Always high in natural acidity, Riesling wines are incredibly versatile and may range from dry, medium dry or medium sweet to sweet styles. Their primary aromas include a complex combination of ripe peaches, nectarines, pears, apples, and citrus that are often accompanied by herbal, floral, mineral, and earthy nuances, while a distinctive element found in aged Riesling wines is the smoky aroma of petrol.


Because of their versatile styles, German Riesling wines tend to be incredibly food-friendly. While dry styles perfectly match poultry, fish, pork, cream sauces, and especially fried and spicy food, sweeter styles can pair well with blue cheese, foie gras, and fruit-based desserts.