Chapter 12 - Riesling Flashcards
Riesling is an ______ white grape variety
Aromatic
What type of climate is Riseling not grown in
HOT
In a cooler climate what flavors are in a Riesling
Green fruit (apple, grape) with floral notes and a hint of citrus (lemon, lime)
In a moderate climate what flavors are in a Riesling
White stone fruit (peach) with lime becoming dominant
A late harvest Riesling has what notes
Stone fruit and tropical notes
What flavors develop as a Riesling ages in the bottle
Honey and toast
What are the two categories in labels for German Rieslings
Qualiweistein and Pradiksteinwine
Within the Pradikatswein category, what are the six types
Eiswine - sweet, Berrenauslese and Trockeyberrenauslese, Auslese, Spatleses and Kabinett
What are the three regions in Germany that grow Riseling?
Pfalz, Mosel and Rheingau
What is the acid level, sweetness level and body of a Pfaltz Riesling
High acid, off-dry and medium body
What is the acid level, sweetness level and body of a Mosel Riesling
High acidity, light-body, medium sweetness
What is the acid level, sweetness level and body of a Rheingau Riesling
High acidity, dryer, medium body
Where in Frances is Riesling grown
Alsace
What mountain range is in Alsace
Vosges
What are two appelations within the Alsace
Alsace and Alsace Grand Cru
