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New Year's Tasting

Riesling is a white grape variety which originated in the Rhine region of Germany.  It is the most grown variety in Germany, totaling over 21% of the country's grape acreage. The grape can be used to make dry, semi-sweet, sweet and sparkling white wines. Therefore, we figured what better way to celebrate Riesling than hosting a wine tasting featuring a selection of our favorite German and Austrian Rieslings that exhibit the grape's versatility. Come in and try....


Leitz  2011 Eins Zwei Dry  (12% ABV)
Leitz 2011 Dragonstone (10.5% ABV)
Urban 2011 Riesling  (9.5% ABV)
Selbach-Oster 2011 Riesling-Kabinett (9% ABV)
Meulenhof 2011 Riesling Auslese (8.5% ABV)
Sattler 2011 Burgenland-Pinot Noir (13.5% ABV)


Rieslings are perfect to pair with New Year's treats and meals.  Whether you are feasting on Chinese, Thai or a curry dish, a Riesling would be a perfect pairing.  Crab, lobster and other sweet shellfish, as well as fatty poultry, sweet and salty meats and marinades would match great with the subtle flavors of the grape. 

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