Zimmerman-Graeff Riesling Spatlese

Attributes:

Producer:

Zimmerman-Graeff

Region:

Michelsberg, Germany

Varietal:

Riesling

Bottle Size:

750 ML

Food Matches:

Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Salmon
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Turkey
Spicy Food: Egg Rolls

Riesling:

(REESE ling)—a grape that comes mostly from the Mosel and Rheingau regions of Germany (where it is a noble variety), the Finger Lakes region of New York, and Alsace region of France, and Austria. Although often thought of as “sweet,” many Rieslings are quite dry. The word trocken on German bottles indicates dryness. The trademarks of Riesling are high acidity, low to medium alcohol levels, and aromas and flavors that range from fruity and flowery to mineral. Also called Johannesburg Riesling or White Riesling.

Deinhard 'Green Label' Riesling

Attributes:

Producer:

Deinhard

Region:

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer, Germany

Varietal:

Riesling

Bottle Size:

750 ML

2003: WineEnthusiast Rating: 82

Aromas:

floral

2003: Tastings Rating: 82

Body:

medium-bodied

Flavors:

apple, pear

2002: WineEnthusiast Rating: 84

Acidity:

crisp, tart

Compliments:

mouthwatering

2000: Tastings Rating: 82

Body:

medium-bodied

1998: Tastings Rating: 84

Acidity:

crisp

Body:

lean, light

Flavors:

minerally

1993: WineSpectator Rating: 78

Acidity:

tangy, tart

Body:

lean

Flavors:

grapefruit, herbal, peppery

1992: WineSpectator Rating: 73

Complexity:

awkward

Flavors:

earth, earthy, herbal, lemon

Food Matches:

Cheese: Pepper Cheese, Smoked Gouda
Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Salmon
Herbs & Spices: Mustard
Pasta & Grains: Pasta Carbonara
Poultry & Eggs: Pheasant with red currant gravy, Roast Turkey
Red Meat: Ham, Pork Sausage, Pork Shoulder Roast
Sauces: White Wine Sauce
Spicy Food: Chicken Stir Fry, Egg Rolls, Sushi
Vegetables: Asparagus w/Hollandaise, Onions, Leeks, Shallots

Mosel-Saar-Ruwer:

(MOH zel zar ROO ver)—This dramatically beautiful region of western Germany produces exceptional white wines from the Riesling grape. Among the lightest in Germany, these wines usually contain less than 10% alcohol and they are generally delicate, fresh, and bursting with flavor. With its flowery tastes and aromas, Mosel Riesling is a great wine to drink in the spring. Look for the words “Erzeugerabfüllung” or Gutsabfüllung,” which indicate that the wine was estate bottled and not mass-produced.


Riesling:

(REESE ling)—a grape that comes mostly from the Mosel and Rheingau regions of Germany (where it is a noble variety), the Finger Lakes region of New York, and Alsace region of France, and Austria. Although often thought of as “sweet,” many Rieslings are quite dry. The word trocken on German bottles indicates dryness. The trademarks of Riesling are high acidity, low to medium alcohol levels, and aromas and flavors that range from fruity and flowery to mineral. Also called Johannesburg Riesling or White Riesling.

Kloster Eberbach Riesling Auslese 'Rauenthaler Baiken'

Attributes:

Producer:

Staatsweingüter Kloster Eberbach

Region:

Rheingau, Germany

Varietal:

Riesling Auslese

Bottle Size:

750 ML

1999: WineSpectator Rating: 84

Body:

lean

Compliments:

elegant

Flavors:

bitter, lime, mineral, peach

1996: WineSpectator Rating: 92

Acidity:

fresh

Body:

full-bodied

1996: WineSpectator Rating: 84

Fruit:

sweet

Food Matches:

Fish or Shellfish: Grilled Salmon
Poultry & Eggs: Roast Turkey
Spicy Food: Egg Rolls

Rheingau:

These south-sloping vineyards on the banks of the Rhine River benefit from the sun’s warmth. As a result, Rhine wine is usually fuller and richer than Mosel wine. Most of the wine produced here contains only Riesling grapes, and tends to be either relatively dry, “trocken,” or quite sweet, “Eiswein.”

Lemon Raspberry Tartlets

Rated

Ingredients

1 tablespoon butter, or spray oil
6 egg roll wrapper
1-1/2 cups sugar
2 tbsp plus 1 tsp cornstarch (7 tsp in all)
2 eggs
2 egg white(or another egg)
1 ½ cup lemon juice
1-1/2 tbsp finely grated fresh lemon zest
2 pt Raspberries
2 tablespoon confectioner's sugar, for sprinkling

Preparation

Preheat the oven to 400°F. Prepare the tartlet shells: Lightly spray the tartlet pans with spray oil (or brush with melted butter).

Use the eggroll wrappers to line the pans, pushing the dough into the ridges in the sides. Trim off the excess with scissors. Lightly spray the insides of the tartlet shells with oil or brush with butter. Bake until crisp and golden brown, 6 to 8 minutes, or as needed. Transfer the shells to a wire rack to cool.

The tartlets can be made ahead to this stage, but they must be assembled at the last minute. Store the shells in an airtight container, and the filling in the refrigerator.

Meanwhile, prepare the lemon filling: Combine the sugar and cornstarch in a mixing bowl and whisk to mix. Whisk in the eggs and egg whites. Bring the lemon juice and lemon zest to a boil in a heavy saucepan. Whisk this mixture in a thin steam into the egg mixture. Return the mixture to the pan and bring to a boil, whisking steadily.

Reduce the heat and simmer for 1 minute or until thickened. Transfer the lemon mixture to a bowl and let cool to room temperature.

Not more than 5 minutes before serving, spoon the lemon filling into the crusts. Arrange the fresh raspberries on top and sprinkle the tartlets with confectioners' sugar. Serve at once.

Yield

Serves 6

Cook Time

Prep Time: 20 mins.
Cook Time: 15 mins.

Nutrition Facts

Nutrition information is provided as a resource. Values will vary depending on specific ingredients used.
Serving Size: 1
Number of Servings: Serves 6
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 407 Calories from Fat: 81

Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Amount per Serving
% Daily Value*  
Total Fat 9g
13%  
Carbohydrates 91g
30%  
Dietary Fiber 10g
40%  
Saturated Fat 7g
35%  
Calories 407kcal
20%  
Cholesterol 80mg
26%  
Protein 14g
23%  
Sodium 234mg
9%  
Calcium
1%  
Iron
16%  
Vitamin A
3%  
Vitamin C
48%  
*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.