Sugars and acids are the two big players in any glass of wine. In California’s abundant sunshine, the Riesling grape gives winemakers plenty of both to work with. Balance is the hallmark of any great wine, and this is a great wine.

The classic Riesling minerality rides along with fresh apple and citrus flavors.

The McWilliam family has been making wine for 130 years, and the accumulated wisdom comes through in this Riesling. Vineyards in the broad, warm Riverina region were blended with the higher, cooler Clare and Eden valleys of Southeastern Australia to make a balanced, deeply satisfying wine.

Very refined aromas from the cool climate grapes: lemon, lime, mandarin orange. Fills in with orange blossom and musk. Crisp finish.

 

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If the Riesling bandwagon hasn’t caught you yet, here’s the place to jump on board. California winemakers, especially Mirassou, are re-interpreting this classic and gaining traction on wine menus and shop shelves. Two best reasons? Flavor, and more flavor. Mirassou blends in a little Gewurtztraminer (spice) and Viognier (floral notes) in their version.

Crisp and refreshing with a touch of minerality. Flavors of peaches, apricots, red apples.

The Pfaltz winegrowing region is home to Germany’s oldest wine road, where a progressive group of younger winemakers is re-interpreting traditional German wines. Medium Sweet Riesling is a classic, and this one is very contemporary.

The sunny climate of Pfalz yields wines fuller in body than other regions in Germany. This one has a crisp acidity balanced by sweetness. Soft fruit flavors of citrus and lime with accents of Riesling minerality. Pair this sweeter style Riesling with a spicy Thai dish.

 

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Turning Leaf expanded beyond its California roots and turned to the renowned Pfalz region in Germany for this crisp, aromatic Riesling. Shows a nice balance between sweetness and acidity. Fragrant aromas of lychee, pineapple and soft spice. We get subtle undertones of baked apple.

A perfect match for spicy Asian noodles.