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== Definition and Characteristics == | == Definition and Characteristics == | ||
Riesling is a white grape variety of the species ''Vitis vinifera'', known for its pronounced aromatic profile and high natural acidity<ref>Robinson (ed.), ''The Oxford Companion to Wine'', Oxford University Press, 2015, p. 599.</ref>. The berries are small and round, with thick skins and a greenish-yellow hue that can take on golden tones when fully ripe<ref>Jackson, ''Wine Science: Principles and Applications'', 5th ed., Academic Press, 2020, p. 676.</ref>. | |||
The variety is non-aromatic in the strict botanical sense, but it's wines often exhibit intense aromas of citrus, green apple, stone fruit, and floral notes such as jasmine and lime blossom. When grown in cooler climates or harvested earlier, Riesling tends to produce wines with vibrant acidity and lighter body, while warmer conditions or late harvests yield fuller, sometimes off-dry or sweet styles<ref>Wine Folly, “Riesling Wine Guide”, winefolly.com.</ref>. | The variety is non-aromatic in the strict botanical sense, but it's wines often exhibit intense aromas of citrus, green apple, stone fruit, and floral notes such as jasmine and lime blossom. When grown in cooler climates or harvested earlier, Riesling tends to produce wines with vibrant acidity and lighter body, while warmer conditions or late harvests yield fuller, sometimes off-dry or sweet styles<ref>Wine Folly, “Riesling Wine Guide”, winefolly.com.</ref>. | ||