Gastronomy: Exclusive Top List: These 20 German Rieslings are among the world's top
Hardly any grape variety shapes the reputation of German wines as much as Riesling. Handelsblatt exclusively presents the best lists from the Henris Wine Guide 2027 - before the official presentation.
Deutscher Riesling has long captured the attention of the international wine world with its unique structure and exceptional aging potential. This is largely due to the perfect combination of high acidity, low pH, and moderate alcohol content. Over 45% of the world's Riesling vineyards are located in Germany, but its significance goes beyond just acreage.
The key to its remarkable versatility lies in its ability to be produced as dry and robust, elegant and light, or nearly endless in aromatic depth when produced as a sweet rarity. The best wines from this category are featured in the Henris Weinguides 2027, which will be presented on November 30, 2026, in Munich. These include five top wines in categories such as dry, Kabinett, Spätlese, and Edelsüß, ranging from large dry wines from Rheinhessen, Rheingau, Pfalz, and Nahe to filigree Rieslings from Mosel and Saar, up to a TROckenbeerenauslese with the highest rating of 100 points.
While the joy of their youthful brilliance is undeniable, it's worth considering that these wines need time. Many are just beginning their development, with dry Rieslings gaining depth over time, Kabinettes and Spätlesen revealing increasingly subtle nuances, and sweet top-quality wines enduring for decades. Allowing them a few more years in the cellar provides them the opportunity to fully reveal their complexity.
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