Riesling

noun

Ries·​ling ˈrēz-liŋ How to pronounce Riesling (audio) ˈrēs- How to pronounce Riesling (audio)
: a white wine that ranges from dry to very sweet and is made from a single variety of grape originally grown in Germany
also : the grape

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For white-chocolate lovers The touch of sweetness in the drinkable, affordable bottle of Riesling is the perfect partner for white chocolate enthusiasts. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 5 Feb. 2025 For example, a ribeye steak pairs beautifully with a dry German Riesling. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 19 Dec. 2024 Atwater Vineyards Dry Riesling – A hidden gem from upstate New York, this Riesling has hints of melon, green apple and citrus, with just a kiss of oak. Bychris Morris, Fortune, 1 Dec. 2024 The collection of special sips includes two bottles of Prosecco, two bottles of Riesling, two bottles of Beaujolais, two bottles of Grenache, and two bottles of Syrah. Ew Staff, EW.com, 20 Nov. 2024 See all Example Sentences for Riesling 

Word History

Etymology

German

First Known Use

1833, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of Riesling was in 1833

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“Riesling.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/Riesling. Accessed 16 Feb. 2025.

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