Find our wine find clean slate riesling in your area to find clean slate riesling in your market, please contact our distributor in your state. Moselland is the largest vineyard owner in the mosel and one of germanys top exporters of riesling. Try to pay everything you owe, so that you can start with a. German translation of slate the official collins englishgerman dictionary online. Riesling is a lightskinned, aromatic grape of german origin which is if the majority of top wine critics are to be believed the worlds finest white wine grape variety for many, the claim above may seem at odds with the sea of chaptalized, lowquality wine exported from germany in the late 20th century. Here, riesling rocks, throws the simulated limestone gavel down, brings the gamut of mineral in unspoken gesture. Riesling nv wine description the thin slate stones of our vineyards in the mosel river valley are a critical factor in crafting.
More than 90 percent of the wine consumed in germany today is dry trocken. Drink the clean slate at any holiday event, and it will also pair with roast ham and spicy food. Nothing partners up better with brats and german potato salad than the perfect riesling from the mosel region in germany. Unfortunately, bulk exports of cheap, sweet german wines, many of them riesling or riesling blends, has left this saccharine memory on our palates. Mosel, germany earthy and spicy notes start this wine off, and leads to a flavor reminiscent to peach or apricot. The steep blue slate slopes of the lower mosel give the wine its minerality while the middle mosel provides a hint of spice to complement the characteristic fresh peach flavors of the upper mosel. It is clean and crisp with vibrant stone fruit and citrus aromas. The thin slate stones of our vineyards in the mosel river valley are a critical factor in crafting a riesling of. The grape has a reputation for value priced, beginner friendly wines, but at its best, riesling yields complex, aromatic, and balanced wines that are worldclass. Due to staffing limitations, we are temporarily consolidating some locations and adjusting hours to better serve our customers. Clean slate is the product of a partnership between moselland of bernkastelkues, germany and winebow, a top u. The fresh balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout the mosel.
In fact, many of the better wines from germany and alsace, for that matter are bonedry, and fantastic for food pairing. Schwarzriesling black riesling is the german name for pinot meunier, a grape used in champagne, but which is also grown in southern germany. The fresh and balanced taste profile of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout the mosel. Gray riesling is actually trousseau gris, a white mutant of the bastardo port wine grape.
Have clean slate riesling delivered to your door in under an hour. The thin slate stones of our vineyards in the mosel river valley are a critical factor in crafting a riesling of exquisite balance. Moselland is the largest vineyard owner in the mosel and. The steep blue slopes of the lower mosel give the wine its minerality, while the middel mosel provides a hint of spice to complement the. Clean slate riesling 2014 expert wine ratings and wine. The clean, elegant flavor is delicious with food and perfect to share with friends. Additional information on clean slate riesling 2016. Clean slate is the product of a partnership between moselland of bernkastelkues, germany and the winebow group. Germany much has changed over the past few decades in regards to german wine.
The fresh, balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes. Flavors include apple, lime, stone fruits, and ginger, often finishing with a burst of acidity and notes of petrol or minerality. Just like the label says, clean and minerally with hints of honeysuckle and citrus notes. It is here that you can find the origin of clean slate, a flavorful riesling that was named best riesling at the 2006 san francisco international wine competition, was awarded the gold medal at the 2007 san francisco international wine festival and. Its a straightforward yet consistently elegant wine for everyday enjoyment. Packaging and pos fresh packaging and pos german rieslings are known for excellent quality and impossibleto decipher labels. Manuel is considered to be the new face of german wine. Cape riesling is the south african name for the french grape crouchen. Crafted in a drier style that makes it an ideal partner for fresh fish. Long gone are the days of mass produced, sickly sweet white wines which were once the chief exports of this fascinating and ancient wine. A touch muted perhaps but distinctly riesling with a lovely base note of sweetsour apple fruit. Riesling wines shop white wines binnys beverage depot. A selection of lowalcohol wines, including a riesling from germany. Riesling is without question germanys favorite grape.
Discover the best riesling wines online or in stores at binnys beverage depot. From their noble grapes we craft a crisp, refreshing and elegant wine. Over 100,000 german translations of english words and phrases. Riesling is the most versatile white wine for food matching. Clean slate riesling, mosel, germany 2012 expert wine. Riesling styles range from bone dry to lusciously sweet. Clean slate riesling 2017 from mosel, germany the fresh, balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout. The explanation behind its nongermanic name is the wine is jointly produced by german vineyard owner moselland, one of the regions largest wine growers. Highquality german riesling, alsace riesling and riesling wines from select u. It drinks very much in the dry style not sweet and flexes some hidden. Crisp white peach, fresh limes and lemons and an acidity that will have your mouth. The steep blue slate slopes of the lower mosel give the wine its minerality while the middle mosel provides a hint of spice to complement the characteristic fresh peach flavors of. All of this is critical to the development of the fresh peach, crisp lime and subtle mineral flavors of clean slates wines manuels exquisite expression of the regions unique essence of riesling terroir. Riesling 2015 wine description the fresh, balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout the mosel.
Because riesling is rarely made with oak or blended with other grapes, its dry wines showcase the varietals pure green apple, citrus and peach flavors with bright and refreshing acidity. Clean, fresh, and lively it is packed with refreshing, juicy fruit. The proposal is to pay everything you owe, so that you can start with a clean slate. Clean slate offers forward, fresh grapefruit and lemon flavors with just a hint of smoke in this offdry riesling. The slopes of the lower mosel give the wine its minerality while the middle mosel provides a hint of spice to complement the. Clean slate is the product of a partnership between moselland of bernkastelkues, germany and winebow. Clean slate riesling qualitatswein mosel 2014 expert wine. Grey slate riesling white german wine this classic mosel riesling was produced by ernst loosen, owner of the worldrenowned dr. Germany if german wine has had something of a bad reputation in the past, it may well be the fault of the fact that for a long time now, the germans have simply kept all the best produce to themselves. The fresh, balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully. The thin slate stones of vineyards in the mosel river valley are a critical factor in crafting riesling of exquisite balance. I used to buy clean slate but i like the apple flavor and crispness of this better than clean slate and its half the price. This fine riesling wine originates from the mosel valley with its steep.
Grey slate dr l, private reserve, riesling, german, white. We strive to provide the best quality products and service for all our customers to ensure a timely delivery. In the mosel river region of germany, hills are decorated with vineyards of the world. The germans have six levels of sweetness, and this is about the second most dry. The region in the historic appellation of mosel, germany, it takes centuries of tradition to produce a modern classic credited with producing the finest rieslings in the world, the slate soil of the mosel region is where the longripening riesling grape finds its most perfect growing conditions. Widely planted, though once derided, riesling is the superstar of the white wine world at the moment. The steep blue slate slows of the lower mosel give the wine its minerality while the middle mosel provides a hint of spiciness to complement the characteristic fresh peach flavors of the upper mosel. The balanced taste profile of clean slate is created by carefully selecting grapes. Vinho verde from portugal and clean slate riesling from germany. The fresh, balanced taste of clean slate is achieved by carefully selecting grapes from vineyards throughout the mosel.
Grey slate dr l, private reserve, riesling, german, white wine. It may be missing the long tapered neck of a typical german riesling bottle but its contents scream mosel slate all the way. Additional information on clean slate riesling 2014. Youll experience fresh flavors of ripe peach, hints of lime, and a cool minerality. Clean slate offers consumers great german wine with an easytoread label and uber fresh promotions and point of sale materials.
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