Never underestimate the power of marketing. Sales of riesling have increased double-digits since wine giant
Schmitt Söhne uncomplicated the confusing German wine labels and introduced Relax Riesling a few years ago.
Fünf is another label from the company, which says most fun starts at 5 p.m. (Fünf means five in German). With its large portfolio, Schmitt Söhne has more than 50 percent of the German wine segment in the U.S.
Riesling is known as the noble grape of Germany, and its versatility can make it very light and approachable to very sweet and syrupy. Fünf is a very light, young riesling that fits the definition of a summer wine.
Sherry: “Light-bodied with honey, apple, pear and a touch of lime.” 3 stars
Chris: “Apple, pear and citrus with a semi-sweet taste.” 3 stars
Available locally for about $6.
Coming next week: Santa Rita Reserva Merlot
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