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June 5th Class: Rieslings, Tasty & Underrated

Riesling has really gotten a bad rap. It is too frequently dismissed as sweet and unsophisticated – an entry level wine for those whose palate has been shaped by soda pop. But as they say in Germany – where many of the great Rieslings are produced – “Nein, nein, nein!” It’s actually a lovely, nuanced, extremely food-friendly wine than can range from bone dry to, yes, sweet and luscious. If you’re ready to have your perceptions of this grape changed, join us on June 5th for a class with Kirk Wille. Kirk is deeply versed in Riesling: he is a wine writer, was co-publisher of The Riesling Report, and represents Dr. Loosen (one of Germany’s foremost producers) in the US. He’ll lead us through a tasting of Old and New World Rieslings, focusing on the essential flavors and aromas of the grape, and exploring the diversity that terroir and technique contribute. As always, cheese will be tasted alongside the wines.

When: Thursday, June 5th at 7:15pm
Where: Foster & Dobbs
Cost: $20 per person. Reservations are required and must be secured with a credit card. Call the shop 503.284.1157. Cancellations must be made 24 hours prior to the class for refund. Class size is limited and fills quickly. Participants will receive a 10% discount on purchases the evening of the class.