Wines made from Riesling grapes of Quebec
Discover the best wines made with Riesling as a single variety or as a blend of Quebec.
More informations about the variety Riesling
White Riesling is a grape variety that originated in France (Alsace). It produces a variety of grape specially used for the elaboration of wine. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and small grapes. White Riesling can be found in many vineyards: Alsace, Loire Valley, Languedoc & Roussillon, Lorraine, Provence & Corsica, Rhone Valley, Savoie & Bugey, Beaujolais, South West.
More informations about the region of Quebec
Quebec (or Québec in French) is the largest province in Canada, spanning nearly 20 degrees of latitude between 44°N and 62°N. While its Severe continental Climate makes viticulture here extremely challenging, there is indeed a flourishing wine industry. Viticulture is largely confined to the very South of the province aLong the international border with the USA. Cold-hardy HybridGrape varieties such as Marechal Foch, Seyval Blanc and Vidal dominate the Vineyards in the region.
What are the typical flavors of the Riesling grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 4% of Riesling
- Citrus fruitPresent in 3% of Riesling
- Tree fruitPresent in 2% of Riesling
- Tropical fruitPresent in 1% of Riesling
News about the grape variety Riesling
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