Today’s lesson is devoted to one of the wine world’s most cherished varieties: Riesling. It’s also the second most poured white wine variety (after Chardonnay, covered in MBT parts 6 and 7) in MW exams over the last 20 years and shows up regularly in WSET Diploma examinations. So whether you’re studying for an exam or just want to know more about what makes this variety stand out, this lesson is essential as we explore the various characteristics that can be used to identify the...
Blind tasting, part 9 – Riesling
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How to identify this characterful variety in its various guises, from Germany and elsewhere.
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