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Alsatian Riesling Q

by Howie Hart » Mon Oct 03, 2016 3:00 pm

I've made Riesling for many years and I've always finished off-dry; about 1- 1.75% RS. This year I am tempted to make it totally dry, so I would like a benchmark. What would be a good, typical Alsatian Riesling < $30, to use as a tasting guide?
Chico - Hey! This Bottle is empty!
Groucho - That's because it's dry Champagne.
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Re: Alsatian Riesling Q

by Dale Williams » Mon Oct 03, 2016 3:45 pm

Trimbach is a dependable dry Alsace producer and widely available. The Cuvee Frederic Emile used to be about $30 but is pricier now. But the regular yellow label is $15-18, and the Reserve a couple dollars more.
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Re: Alsatian Riesling Q

by David M. Bueker » Mon Oct 03, 2016 4:42 pm

What Dale said.
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Re: Alsatian Riesling Q

by Howie Hart » Mon Oct 03, 2016 6:10 pm

Thanks!
Chico - Hey! This Bottle is empty!
Groucho - That's because it's dry Champagne.
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Re: Alsatian Riesling Q

by Victorwine » Wed Oct 05, 2016 7:31 pm

Hi Howie,
Glad to hear you are making wine this year! Best of luck! When dealing with "UP-State" Riesling don't fuss with the numbers too much, just go by your taste.

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