Wine · Medium strength
Dry Riesling
Lime, slate, and electricity — the sommelier's not-so-secret favorite.
How to order it: German Kabinett trocken or Australian Eden Valley. Screams with spicy food.
Flavor profile
Sweetness5
Bitterness1
Strength4
Freshness8
Richness2
Sparkle0
Daring5
The proper serve
- Chill to 45–50°F
- Standard white glass
- Look for 'trocken' on German labels
- Pairs: spicy food, pork, Thai
- Ages brilliantly if you can wait
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