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German Rieslings balance impressive acidity with apple and citrus fruit flavors, and range from dry and refreshing to sweet and unctuous. Alsace and Austrian Rieslings are higher in alcohol, which makes them more full-bodied, but they are quite dry, full of mineral notes.

Australia’s Rieslings (the best are from the Clare Valley) are zippy and full of lime and other citrus flavors. Those from Washington State tend to split the difference, offering juicy, appley fruit and lively acidity, with a hint of sweetness. Rieslings are extraordinarily versatile with food.

In general, pair lighter, crisper Rieslings with delicate (or raw) fish; more substantial Rieslings are good with Asian food, chicken, salmon and tuna.

Tart, Citrusy Riesling

Top Bottles

• Annie’s Lane (Australia)
• Mr. Riggs (Australia)

Recipe Pairings

• Fresh Cheese Spaetzle
• Lemongrass-Barbecued Pork with Rice-Vermicelli Salad
• Sesame Chicken Salad with Ginger-Lime Dressing
• Shrimp and Papaya Salad
• Spicy Shrimp and Cellophane-Noodle Salad

Vivid, Lightly Sweet Riesling

Top Bottles

• Dr. Loosen Dr. L (Germany)
• S. A. Prüm Essence (Germany)
• Covey Run (Washington State)

Recipe Pairings

• Cider-Braised Ham with Apple-Onion Compote
• Fried Spanish Mackerel with Cilantro Sauce
• Fish Tacos with Crispy Pickled Jalapeños
• Grilled Citrus Shrimp with Vegetable Slaw
• Moo Shu Shrimp
• Peel-and-Eat Shrimp with Barbecue Spices
• Pork Chops with Sticky Rice and Thai Green-Chile Sauce
• Shrimp Salad with Sweet Chile Dressing
• Spicy Butter-Steamed Bass
• Stuffed Pork Tenderloins with Bacon and Apple Riesling Sauce
• Red Snapper with Citrus and Fennel Salad

Full-bodied, Minerally Riesling

Top Bottles

• Domaines Schlumberger Les Princes Abbés (France)
• Weingut Bründlmayer (Austria)

Recipe Pairings

• Braised Rabbit with Mustard and Summer Savory
• Buckshot Gumbo
• Choucroute Garnie
• Grilled Chinese Chicken Salad
• Olive Oil-Poached Salmon with Fresh Horseradish
• Sautéed Pork Cutlets with Prosciutto, Sage and Lemon

More Expert Wine Advice

White wine news and top picks from senior wine editor Ray Isle’s Tasting Room.

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• Riesling Loves Asian Food
• A Brilliant Australian Pairing
• Food-Friendly Rieslings
• Best Wines of 2007

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