From Taste Daily: What to Drink Tonight
Like many wines with a hint of natural sweetness, German riesling often gets a bum rap, saddled with a lowbrow or déclassé reputation. Yet, these wines are undeniably some of the most pleasant to drink on earth.
Rieslings from the Mosel region of Germany, like this $10.99 S. A. Prüm Essence, are remarkably light in body. Rarely more than 10 percent alcohol, these wines practically embody refreshment. Packed with crisp sweet-tart flavors, they are as crisp and juicy as a Granny Smith apple. Few wines are as delightful with fresh produce or simple seafood, and the style is adept with challenging sauces and spicy heat. Sample a glass with a fruit and cheese plate on a lazy spring afternoon, or pack an icy bottle for a visit to a Chinatown BYOB. This riesling will shine with everything from Vietnamese to Korean, Chinese to Thai.
