Summary

A classic grape that, while requiring a long growing season to fully develop, is able to survive harsh winters due to its cold-hardy nature. Its known for soaring acidity and, under the right conditions, Petrol aromas. While many classic expressions come from Germany, Alsace and Austria, many outstanding new world expressions also exist.

Important Wines

• Alsace Riesling
  (Good)
• Alsace Riesling Grand Cru
  (Very Good to Outstanding)
• Alsace Riesling Sélection De Grains Nobles
  (Outstanding)
• Alsace Riesling Vendange Tardive
  (Outstanding)
• Clare or Eden Valley Riesling
  (Very Good to Outstanding)

Regional Synonyms

• J. Riesling
• Rajinski Rizling
• Rajnai rizling
• Renski Rizling
• Rèze
• Rheine Riesling
• Rheinriesling
• Riesling de Rhin
• Riesling Lion
• Riesling Renan
• Riesling Renano
• Riesling Weisser
• Riesling-Lion
• Rizling Rynsky
• Ryzlink Rynsky
• Weißer
• White Riesling

Percentage of Plantings