by: Queena Kwok
Inniskillin Reserve Select Riesling 2008
Enjoy this early fall offering, either savoring it by yourself, or indulging in it with some good friends. This Riesling is easy to drink and drier than its “late fall” cousin, the Late Harvest Riesling, which is decadently sweet, potently fruity and is also referred to by many as a “poor man’s ice wine”. In direct contrast to this, the Reserve Riesling has a delicately floral tone, a sweet honey-like bouquet, and a sparkling, slightly lingering, smooth and honey-like finish. This selection is good on its own or with some light tapas, and is also perfectly paired with some Ontario peach, various berries, roasted pineapples, mango salads or any recipe with honey as an ingredient, i.e. honey garlic riblets. Any recipes with cilantro would be a great pairing as well, as the aromatic herb and this wine selection would compliment each other’s delicate yet refreshing flavours.
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