Rieslaner

The white grape variety (also known as Mainriesling, Würzburg N 1-11-17) is a new breed between Silvaner x Riesling (which was confirmed by DNA analyses in 2012). It should not be confused with the similarly named varieties Riesel, Riesliner, or Rieslina. The crossing took place in 1921 at the Bavarian State Institute for Viticulture and Horticulture in Würzburg by Dr. August Ziegler (1885-1937). It was rediscovered in 1950 by Dr. Hans Breider (1908-2000). It was a crossing partner in the new breeds Albalonga, Fontanara, and Montagna. With the same parents, the new breeds Multaner, Oraniensteiner, and Osteiner have also emerged. The late ripening grape varieties, rather low-yielding vine tends to shatter. It produces a yellow-green, fruity wine with riesling-like taste and aging potential. In 2018, the variety occupied 76 hectares of vineyard area in Germany (D-STATIS).

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