Wines made from Reichensteiner grapes of Gloucestershire

Discover the best wines made with Reichensteiner as a single variety or as a blend of Gloucestershire.

More informations about the variety Reichensteiner

Aromatic, lively dry whites with a pale golden hue, supple palate and preserved acidity, with delicate notes of light muscat, white flowers (acacia), citrus, apple and florals. Refreshing, drink young. Early-ripening variety suited to northern climates: grown in Germany (Rheinhessen, Mosel), the UK, New Zealand and Japan. German hybrid created in 1939 at Geisenheim (müller-thurgau × madeleine angevine × calabreser fröhlich).

More informations about the region of England

English wine region in the south-west (Cotswolds), ~170 vineyards including Three Choirs (England's oldest, 1973), cool temperate climate. Signature traditional-method sparkling wines on Chardonnay, Pinot Noir and Meunier: fine and taut with apple, citrus, brioche and chalky hints. Bacchus aromatic still white with elderflower, citrus and herb notes ("English Sauvignon"). Seyval Blanc hybrid and Germanic Schönburger as complements.

What are the typical flavors of the Reichensteiner grape variety?