Mosel, Germany – $12
When it comes to refreshing whites for hot summer days, German Riesling is a champ. Bright, fruity flavors add to the acidic sweetness, and make it a perfect match for days when the humidity makes your crave something crisp enough to cut the heat.
Riesling grapes hail from the Rhine Valley of Germany, but are also grown in most major regions including France, Australia and right here in the USA. More full and fruity than a Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay, Rieslings are rarely aged in oak barrels, which showcases their bright flavors.
The 2008 Dr. Loosen Dr. L. Riesling is an invigorating white with only a kiss of sweetness. A low alcohol content (8% vs. the typical 12%-14% of most white wines) makes this refreshing wine perfect for daytime drinking. Produced in the Mosel Valley of Germany, this is a real-deal Riesling from a quality producer that won’t empty out your wallet or get you wasted in the afternoon.
If you love it, be sure to let them know at the Wine Riot, September 25-26, where they’ll be serving up sips of this and other labels.
Drink liberally with spicy Thai food, salads or barbecued chicken.
2008 Dr. Loosen Dr. L Riesling is Available at:
Blanchard’s Wine and Spirits- 741 Centre St, Jamaica Plain
Cambridge Wine and Spirits – 202 Alewife Brook Parkway, Cambridge
Charles Street Liquors – 143 Charles St, Boston
Downtown Wine and Spirits – 225 Elm St, Somerville
Highland Wine & Spirits Co Inc – 1194 Walnut St, Newton Highlands
Liquor Land – 1033 Massachusetts Ave, Boston
