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Kerner

Kerner was made in Hungary in 1929 through a crossing of Riesling and Schiava. Like Riesling, Kerner is high in acid and has the ability to age well for many years. However, as a varietal wine it lacks the refinement of Riesling and is usually blended with it as a result.

General Characteristics

Colour: White

Dryness: Dry

Tannin: Low

Body: Medium

Acidity: High

ABV: Medium: 11.5-13.5%

Flavours: Apple Green Apple Pear Quince Grapefruit Lemon Lime Mandarin Orange Tangerine Blossom Elderflower White Flower Potpourri Rose Beeswax Honey Wet Chalk Wet Stone Oregano Pine Needles Rosemary Chamomile Jasmine

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