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(aka. Sylvaner, Grüner Silvaner, Sonoma Riesling, Osterreicher)

At one time the highly productive Silvaner was very popular in California, but it has given way to (Johannisberg) Riesling as tastes in wines have shifted. Although read more...its current standing in New World vineyards is modest, with limited acres in California and Australia, it remains fairly widely planted in Germany, in France’s Alsace region, and in central Europe. Germany has the most acres of Silvaner under vine, primarily in the Rheinhessen and Franken regions.

Known by many names, including Osterreicher and Sonoma Riesling, Silvaner is believed to have originated in what is now Austria. The vine is vigorous and high-yielding with highly acidic and early ripening grapes. It produces a subtly spicy, mild white wine, with floral flavors.

Due to its high yielding abilities, Silvaner was an important contributor to the prolific grape crossing program of Germany in the 20th century. Silvaner’s illustrious role in parenting other grape varieties is now at least partly in doubt. Long believed to be one of the progenitors of Müller-Thurgau, it is now known to have no paternity claim on this successful cross. However, it is still considered to have been genetically involved in the crosses that led to many other commercially important and highly productive Germany varieties like Scheurebe, Bacchus and Optima.

Lost is your great past and the place of worship you achieve, when you reigned in the sylvan woods. Your lineage has been sullied by the indiscreet reproduction of your offspring that do you no honor; your memory diluted by overemphasis on your fertility. Your power over the world has been diminished, but those who still believe in you, honor you with dedicated worship, and in Franken, you still live for the ages, in your rightful place.

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remybhatia reviewed Gysler Silvaner Halbtrocken Germany 2008:

October 2009

remybhatia

Gysler Silvaner Halbtrocken Germany 2008

Starting at $15^.34 Snoothrank: 2/5

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emaccardi wrote in the forum topic: Eiswein

August 2009

emaccardi

thanks for the input! here's the stats: 1997 Jakob Bereich Wonnegau Silvaner Eiswein (Rheinhessen, Germany) 375 ml it's been cellared at a steady 55 degrees since purchase.

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ggb reviewed Bruder Dr Becker Silvaner Spatlese 2004:

August 2009

ggb

Liked it. Has the initial brightness of a Sauvingnon blanc and the body of a full chardonnay that follows. I imagine it would be good with grilled food.

Bruder Dr Becker Silvaner Spatlese 2004

Starting at $18^.14 Snoothrank: 3/5

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Muppetman reviewed Hans Wirsching Silvaner Trocken 2006:

August 2009

Muppetman

Nose: straw, pear, kiwi, green apples. Acidic, but nicely balanced on the front end. Maybe a bit too much citrus on the finish.

Hans Wirsching Silvaner Trocken 2006

Starting at $15^.99 Snoothrank: 3/5

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notross reviewed Now and Zen Wasabi White:

August 2009

notross

Now and Zen Wasabi White

Starting at $9^.74 Snoothrank: 3/5

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Cosmore reviewed Rancho Sisquoc Sylvaner 2004:

July 2009

Cosmore

I have to admit it's the women in our group who have really flipped over the Sylvaner. They now prefer it to either Pinot Grigio or Sauvignon Blanc.

Rancho Sisquoc Sylvaner 2004

Starting at $15^.95 Snoothrank: 4/5

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dleifm reviewed Venturi-Schulze Vineyards-Brandenburg No.3 2006:

July 2009

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Venturi-Schulze Vineyards-Brandenburg No.3 2006

Starting at $33^.17 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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gmt38 reviewed Gysler Silvaner Halbtrocken 2006:

July 2009

gmt38

Slightly sweet, with hints of fruit and minerals. Light bodied. Fabulous with fish or veggies!

Gysler Silvaner Halbtrocken 2006

Starting at $14^.99 Snoothrank: 3.5/5

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garywwelch reviewed Dopff & Irion Crustaces 2007:

June 2009

garywwelch

Great Wine, clean with nice mineral flavors. Excellent with sushi.

Dopff & Irion Crustaces 2007

Starting at $8^.10 Snoothrank: 3/5

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Jermzzy reviewed Erich Bender Silvaner Eiswein 1998:

April 2009

Jermzzy

Dark gold appearence, Peach aroma, sweet berry, sweet

Erich Bender Silvaner Eiswein 1998

Snoothrank: 3/5

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