White
Riesling
Origin: Rheingau, Germany
Germany's aromatic, high-acid white — a specialty of Washington's Yakima Valley and emerging Idaho sites.
The Grape
Riesling is Germany's signature white, prized for its piercing acidity and aromatic intensity. On the West Coast it thrives in cooler sites — Washington's Yakima Valley produces some of the New World's most respected Riesling, while emerging Idaho and Oregon plantings show promise. It is rarely oaked, expressing terroir with transparency.
Flavor & Aroma
Lime, green apple, white peach, and petrol (with age); high acidity, often made in off-dry to sweet styles.
West Coast Regions
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Culinary Notes
Pair with spicy Asian cuisine, pork, and fresh shellfish — Riesling's acidity and residual sugar balance heat and richness.