Monday, August 1, 2011

2010 Joseph Händler Riesling

The 2010 Joseph Händler Riesling German wine from the Pfalz region in typical German style is only a mere 9.5% alcohol.  With the low alcohol come a sweetness rather uncommon to most whites, but not rieslings.  Last night this bottle paired with grilled cajun shrimp, which made a nice combination.  It also worked well as a pre-meal wine and after dinner finisher. 

This wine is cheap, $4.99/bottle at Trader Joes, it is my go to white right now.  A good mixture of fruity sweetness and light acidity, this wine hits the mark on any summer day.  For taste, I give it a 3, obviously much better, more complex rieslings can be had, but at this price point the value is absolutely phenomenal. I give it a 5 for value.  This is an everyday wine at an everyday price that you actually want to drink.  Recommend.

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