Riesling

Name of varietal: Riesling

Common synonyms: Rhineriesling, Johannisberger, Gentile Aromatique, Hochheimer, Rizling, Rheinriesling, Rieslinger, Reynai, White Riesling
 
Parentage of the grape: likely indigenous to Germany
 
History of the grape: As with many varietals, exact details of Riesling’s origins are unclear. It is known that in 14th century Germany, attention shifted to white grape cultivation when it was obvious that red grapes weren’t up to snuff compared to those with more color and structure from neighboring countries. The first written mention of Riesling is dated March 13, 1435 when Count Katzenelnbogen at Russelsheim bought six vines of Riesling from Klaus Kleinfish for 22 soldi. From this point, there is written evidence throughout the 15th century of various sales and plantings around Germany as well as Austria and Alsace. The meticulous German artist Hieronymus Bosch makes a mention of it in his book on herbs, published in 1577, using the modern spelling Read more »

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Craig Donofrio is an Advanced Sommelier in the Court of Master Sommeliers and has worked and consulted for some of the nation's top restaurants. He is chief food/wine photographer at Grapevine Studios (www.grapevinestudios.blogspot.com).

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    This region, wedged between the Rhine River and the Voges Mountains, is the product of a fascin...

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    The history of New Zealand wine-making dates back to the 1800s when settlers planted vines and ...

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Riesling on Snooth

  • Grgich Hills Violetta Late Harvest 2009

    Snoothrank:

    Honey and toasted nut. Hazelnut and dried apricot aromas and flavors. Great acid and lovely texture. Great balance which is so crucial to a good lat harvest wine! Delicious, mouth coating and enjoyable. 95 pts.5/10/1 at winery Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Trimbach Riesling Alsace Aoc Cuvée M 2009

    Snoothrank:

    2010 Read More

    Wine review by smuratore


  • Loosen Bros. Riesling Dr. L Riesling 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Notes of apple and pineapple/sweet tropical fruit on the nose. More sweet juicy apple on the palate, with notes of lime/citrus zest. The apple is really the most dominant flavor here, but it's kind of multidimensional, and also reminds me of baked apple/apple pie filling. I think the sweetness levels put this wine closer to off-dry. There are al... Read More

    Wine review by JenniferT


  • Woodbridge by Robert Mondavi Riesling California 2010

    Snoothrank:

    Light, crisp, German style but sweeter than most Rieslings. This one really fun with a variety of cheeses. The flavor keeps changing with each type of cheese. A variety of apples goes well also. Very refreshing. Read More

    Wine review by StukNlodi


  • Casa Nuestra Riesling St. Helena Estate Vineyard 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Apricot, lemon and lime on the nose. Crisp, dry and nice. Lime zest, apricot and citrus. Good. 87 pts.5/9/13 at winery Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Swedish Hill Vineyard Riesling Finger Lakes 2010

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    good Read More

    Wine review by calywa


  • Bouchaine Bouche D'Or 2010

    Snoothrank:

    99% Chardonnay 1% Riesling. Nose of honey and toasted almond and the sweet smell of lilies and other fresh flowers. Nutty, honeyed orange blossom on the palate. Honeysuckle. Hard to place the fruit notes, but it's enjoyable. 86 pts.5/8/13 Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile


  • Bouchaine Riesling 2012

    Snoothrank:

    Off dry style. Pear fruit and pear blossom on the nose. Flavors of Asian pear, hints of peach, honeysuckle and a touch of sweetness. Nice crunchy feel on the palate with acid to balance the slight sweetness of the fruit.87 pts.5/8/13 at winery Read More

    Wine review by VegasOenophile



  • Wagner Riesling Select 2011

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    good Read More

    Wine review by calywa


  • Some more Riesling words and wines if you like: http://www.winewriting.com/2012/06/australia-riesling.html http://www.winewriting.com/2012/04/austria-weingut-sepp-moser.html http://www.winewriting.com/2011/02/darting-estate-riesling-vs-rhone.html http://www.winewriting.com/2011/11/germany-reichsrat-von-buhl-grand-cru.html http://www.winewriting...

    Comment by 274063Richard M James 274063 Richard M James


  • anyone ever try Chateau Ste. Michelle's harvest select reisling

    Comment by 878999joe the wine oh 878999 joe the wine oh


  • This Sunday at the Amsterdam Market in NYC: 30 New York wineries showcase their wines: http://www.newamsterdammarket.org/index_november/12.05_market.html. Nice opportunity to taste some good NY Riesling.

    Comment by 131604Uwe Kristen 131604 Uwe Kristen


  • I am trying to locate, KRUCK, Riesling 2008

    Comment by 463822Delland 463822 Delland


  • Dear Friends of the Good Grape, if you happen to live in the NYC area, here is a walk for you: http://www.grapesandgrainsnyc.com/2010/07/08/summer-of-riesling-wine-bar-crawl/ Best, Der Kellermeister

    Comment by 131604Uwe Kristen 131604 Uwe Kristen


  • Try www.wine-searcher.com

    Comment by 131604Uwe Kristen 131604 Uwe Kristen


  • Where can I find a Piesporter Goldtropfchen Riesling in the Sacramento area?

    Comment by 215948holliwouldnt 215948 holliwouldnt


  • Westhofener Kirchspiel Auslese Riesling (www.winesforhumanity.com) from Germany. The bouquet of this full-bodied and at the same time graceful. Riesling is characterised by gooseberries and currants, underscored by a distinctive minerality and earthy notes. A selection with a lot of structure and volume. The delicate sweetness and the stable ...

    Comment by 261764mmgalilei 261764 mmgalilei


  • I live in the Finger Lakes region of upstate NY where some of the best rieslings in the world are made, yet I don't see a single NYS riesling in your list.

    Comment by 388545notgibson 388545 notgibson


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