Tag Archives: Dry Riesling

Wines to pair with your holiday Turkey

Thanksgiving is well behind us, but the Turkey is still a centerpiece at many Christmas dinner tables. If your December holiday menu will include Turkey, Duck or a Truducken, take a look at this article I wrote on Thanksgiving Wines … Continue reading

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The sweeter side of Rieslings from New York’s Finger Lakes region

What to serve at an early morning breakfast tailgating? Generally, it’s Mimosa, Bloody Mary’s and lots of Champagne. But last weekend I switched things up and surprised my fellow tailgaters. While there was a lone bottle of Champagne, it got … Continue reading

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Rieslings from New York’s Finger Lakes Region ~ Welcome to the Dry side

…And, no, I don’t mean dry as in non-alcoholic. Question: What makes a Riesling Dry? Answer:  Knowing when to harvest the grapes.  Harvesting later than normal will result in the grapes having higher sugar levels.  Higher sugar level produces sweeter … Continue reading

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