Wines made from Riesling grapes of Long Island
Discover the best wines made with Riesling as a single variety or as a blend of Long Island.
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 New York
New York AVA on Long Island, maritime climate moderated by the Atlantic, well-drained sandy soils and moraines. Only New York region focused on vinifera (warm enough for Bordeaux varieties). Merlot signature red king (~30%): supple and elegant with plum, red cherry, blackberry, herbs and iodine touch, fine tannins and fresh palate — cool-climate finesse. Peppery Cabernet Franc (bell pepper, raspberry), firm Cabernet Sauvignon.
What are the typical flavors of the Riesling grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 5% of Riesling
- Tree fruitPresent in 5% of Riesling
- Citrus fruitPresent in 5% of Riesling
- Tropical fruitPresent in 4% of Riesling
- VegetalPresent in 3% of Riesling