Riesling cont.
More examples of a dry style have arrived in our market over the last 10 years. That being said, many wine lovers still prefer the sweeter styles.
I n fact, off-dry or sweeter styles of Riesling can come in handy when it comes to wine and food pairing. The ripeness and complexity of off- dry options can stand up to the complexity and aromatics found in dishes such as Pad Thai. The residual sugar in sweeter options tends to coat your tongue and cool down your palate when
learn if you prefer dry whites is trocken.Trocken means dry. If you are seeking a dry Riesling and for some reason cannot see trocken on the label, or if you’re choosing a selection from Canada or another new world country, a good rule of thumb is to turn the bottle around and check the percentage of alcohol. The higher the percentage, the drier the wine. While there are some exceptions to this rule, for the most part this will help you select a drier style of Riesling. Naturally, there is always the fall back — ask your store’s wine expert! Rieslings are a great variety to explore. This varietal offers a range of dry to very sweet. Because the options are endless, let the experimentation begin!
paired with spicy dishes. For those who prefer dry wines, don’t let the classic
German fluted bottle fool you. Australia in particular is known for stunning bone-dry Rieslings, which can go toe-to-toe against other excellent dry whites in the world. Canada, as well, has some outstanding examples. When looking at the label, it can be intimidating but the simplest word you’ll need to
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