Wines made from Riesling grapes of Mesa county
Discover the best wines made with Riesling as a single variety or as a blend of Mesa county.
More informations about the variety Riesling
Crystalline, taut whites with vibrant acidity and aromas of citrus, green apple, white flowers, vineyard peach and mineral/petrol notes with age. Made as dry (Trocken, Alsace), off-dry (Kabinett, Spätlese) and sweet (Auslese, Beerenauslese, Trockenbeerenauslese, late harvest). Star of the Moselle, Rheingau, Alsace AOC and Wachau. Also exported to Clare Valley and Finger Lakes.
More informations about the region of Colorado
Major wine county of Colorado (80% of the state's vineyards, Grand River valley around Palisade and Fruita), altitude 1,200-1,500 m, dry high-altitude climate with cool nights. Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot and Cabernet Franc as signature reds — structured with intense black cherry, blackberry, plum, herbs and a spicy altitude touch, firm tannins. Rhodanian Syrah and Viognier; Chardonnay and Sauvignon Blanc as vibrant whites with yellow fruits and citrus. Elite Grand Valley AVA.
What are the typical flavors of the Riesling grape variety?
- OakPresent in 1% of Riesling
- Tree fruitPresent in 1% of Riesling