Germany is one of the world's great white wine producers and the spiritual home of Riesling. Its cool climate produces wines known for their vibrant acidity, aromatic intensity and remarkable ability to balance freshness with sweetness.
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Off-dry Chenin Blanc is our best all-round recommendation for pumpkin. For specific dishes, try Chardonnay with roasted pumpkin, off-dry Riesling with pumpkin pancakes, textured Pinot Grigio with gnocchi and Pinot Noir with savoury spiced pumpkin.
Off-dry Riesling is the best all-round wine for spicy food because its refreshing acidity and gentle sweetness help balance chilli heat while complementing aromatic flavours. Gewürztraminer and sparkling wine are excellent alternatives.
Germany's Mosel is renowned for steep slate vineyards producing elegant Riesling with vibrant acidity, citrus, stone fruit and remarkable ageing potential, ranging from bone dry to lusciously sweet.
Riesling is an aromatic white grape best known for its high acidity and flavours of lime, green apple, peach and flowers. It is most famous in Germany but also thrives in Australia and France. Riesling can produce wines ranging from bone dry to intensely sweet while remaining fresh and vibrant.
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