2021 Weingut Josef Spreitzer Estate Riesling Trocken, Rheingau

From: Rheingau, Germany Varietal: Riesling Taste: Clear and fine, with a ton of elegance on the palate and nose. Their “business card,” entry-level Riesling from young vines, is picked at the same ripeness level and with the same attention to detail as the single vineyard and GG wines. Open, refreshing, and uncomplicated, in a hugely positive way. You’ll notice a distinct crushed rock, river rock, slate, petrol, kaffir lime, and a saline minerality right away. It opens up to more lip-smacking citrus, white flowers, and granny apple notes over wet stones. Seriously delicious. It’s a perfect anytime wine. Pairing: The 2021Weingut Spreitzer Riesling Trocken would be amazing as an aperitif, alongside appetizers, salads, and alongside dishes like Pad Thai, Bahn Xeo, Crab Cakes, meals centered around shellfish or fresh vegetables and curries. Go toward dishes that skew toward fresh or spicy and you’ll be set! We’re sharing a recipe by Ali Slagle that brings together all those elements in her