# Relax Riesling (2023)

- **Producer:** Schmitt Söhne GmbH
- **Colour:** white
- **Type:** still
- **Grapes:** Riesling
- **Region:** Mosel, Germany
- **Style:** Classic
- **Alcohol:** 9.0%
- **Average price:** €10
- **Vegan:** Yes
- **Contains sulphites:** Yes
- **When to drink:** Now
- **Serving temperature:** 6–8 °C
- **Aromas & flavours:** citrus, green fruit, blossom, petrol (gasoline)

## About this wine

The Schmitt Söhne Relax Riesling is a semi-sweet white wine from Germany's Mosel region, crafted from 100% Riesling grapes. The Schmitt Söhne family has a winemaking legacy spanning over two centuries in the Mosel-Saar-Ruwer area, establishing themselves as a prominent importer of German Riesling in the United States. The wine's name, 'Relax,' reflects its accessible and easy-drinking style, designed for enjoyment and unwinding.

## Interesting facts

- Schmitt Söhne has been making wine for over 200 years.
- The Mosel region is famous for its steep, slate-covered vineyards.
- This wine is a Qualitatswein bestimmter Anbaugebiete (QbA).
- It has received multiple awards, including at the Decanter World Wine Awards.

## Food pairing

The wine's inherent sweetness and bright acidity provide a refreshing counterpoint to spicy dishes, cutting through richness and cleansing the palate. Its fruity notes complement the natural sweetness found in many Asian cuisines and fruit-based accompaniments.

## Wine making process

The Schmitt Söhne Relax Riesling is produced using 100% Riesling grapes from the Mosel region. The grapes are harvested at optimal ripeness. Fermentation is conducted in stainless steel tanks at cold temperatures to preserve the wine's fresh fruit character and acidity. The wine is bottled for release, emphasizing its ready-to-drink nature.