Riesling
Riesling
Riesling (pronunciation: /ˈriːzlɪŋ/) is a white grape variety which originated in the Rhine region of Germany. Riesling is an aromatic grape variety displaying flowery, almost perfumed, aromas as well as high acidity. It is used to make dry, semi-sweet, sweet, and sparkling white wines. Riesling wines are usually varietally pure and are seldom oaked.
Etymology
The term "Riesling" is derived from the German word "Rüssling," which is believed to be connected to the word "rüsseln," meaning "to rustle." The exact etymology is unclear, but it is thought to have been named for the noise the wind makes through the vine leaves.
Related Terms
- Viticulture: The cultivation and harvesting of grapes.
- Vineyard: A plantation of grape-bearing vines, grown mainly for winemaking.
- Wine: An alcoholic beverage made from fermented grapes or other fruits.
- Grape: A fruit, botanically a berry, of the deciduous woody vines of the flowering plant genus Vitis.
- Acidity in wine: The amount of acid present in wine, which affects its color, balance, and taste.
- Aroma of wine: The smell of wine, one of the most important components in wine tasting.
- Sparkling wine: A wine with significant levels of carbon dioxide in it, making it fizzy.
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Riesling
- Wikipedia's article - Riesling
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