FRANCE OR GERMANY? RIESLING BATTLE RESULTS..

Everyone knows that Americans don't like sweeter white wine. In the  battle between our German and Alsatian Rieslings, the results were a foregone conclusion.

Or were they?

Forstmeister Geltz Zilliken Saarburger Riesling 2009 from Mosel, Germany
Bright and balanced with aromas of stone fruit, apples and herbs, this combatant was semi-sweet, with crisp acidity.

Louis Sipp Riesling 2008 from Alsace, France
Drier with good balance, grapefruit/tropical fruit flavors, this Riesling had a lengthier finish.

Of all who tasted both wines, the Alsatian was the favorite. Vive la France!

Not so fast. Those who DRANK the special wines, ordered the German. Outsold France 2 to 1. What conclusion can we draw from this? I'll let you decide. Both wines were delectable, easy to drink, and great with our cheese from Saxelby's.

Check back here later for info on Monday's the Battle of the Loire- The Reds!