Riesling Wine Resource

Riesling is becoming one of the most produced wines in Canada. The grape is perfect for growing in colder climates. It is produced in both of the major growing regions of Canada. These area are Niagara in Ontario and the interiour of British Columbia.

Growth of Riesling is a natural choice for Canada, it has been a choice in Germany for many years. The climate in both countries, in regards to wine, is pretty similar. There are two main growing regions in Canada, British Columbia and Ontario. We move more information on BC wine regions. Please read more about Riesling in Canada's wine growing regions.

Check out more about the BC Wine Regions or check out some Ontario Wine Reviews.

Riesling grapes come from Germany, where they have been cultivated since the early 1400s. Other names for true Riesling are Johannisberg Riesling, White Riesling, and Rhine Riesling.

Rieslings are well known for a couple of reasons. The first is their cellar longevity. In 1961, a 420 year old bottle of Riesling was tasted and had not yet perished. Secondly, Riesling is a very versatile wine to have with food, because of its balance of sugar and acid and its relatively low acidity.

Do you want to know more about the history of riesling wine?

Do you love Rieling? Then you know that the most highly regarded wines made with the Riesling grape are late harvert and Icewines.

Late harvest wine can be made in many countries. Riesling Icewine needs very special conditions and only two countries are able to produce Reisling Icewine, Canada and Germany.

Check out more on Riesling Icewine and late harvest. Both are decadent dessert wines.

Riesling wine is one of the most produced in the world. It is a hearty grape which does well in colder climates. Germany is the best know producer of Riesling but Canada is quickly moving up the ranks.
Looking to learn more about Riesling wine? Do some search for Riesling wine in Canada:

Check out a list of Canadian wineries producing Riesling