The 10 Best Rieslings for 2025
Riesling, known for its aromatic qualities and ability to express terroir, continues to be a favorite among wine enthusiasts. Here are the top 10 Rieslings to look out for in 2025:
- 2023 Dönnhoff Niederhäuser Hermannshöhle Riesling Großes Gewächs
- Region: Nahe, Germany
- Tasting notes: Intense minerality, citrus, and stone fruit flavors
- 2024 Trimbach Clos Ste. Hune
- Region: Alsace, France
- Tasting notes: Dry, complex with notes of lime, white flowers, and petrol
- 2023 Egon Müller Scharzhofberger Riesling Auslese
- Region: Mosel, Germany
- Tasting notes: Sweet, with perfect balance of acidity, peach, and honey notes
- 2024 Grosset Polish Hill Riesling
- Region: Clare Valley, Australia
- Tasting notes: Bone dry, intense lime and mineral flavors
- 2023 Dr. Loosen Erdener Prälat Riesling Auslese Goldkapsel
- Region: Mosel, Germany
- Tasting notes: Rich, sweet with tropical fruit and honeyed notes
- 2024 Keller G-Max Riesling
- Region: Rheinhessen, Germany
- Tasting notes: Dry, powerful with complex fruit and mineral notes
- 2023 F.X. Pichler Riesling Smaragd Dürnsteiner Kellerberg
- Region: Wachau, Austria
- Tasting notes: Full-bodied, dry with apricot and white pepper notes
- 2024 Weingut Wittmann Morstein Riesling GG
- Region: Rheinhessen, Germany
- Tasting notes: Dry, intense minerality with citrus and herbal notes
- 2023 Künstler Hochheimer Kirchenstück Riesling Trocken GG
- Region: Rheingau, Germany
- Tasting notes: Dry, elegant with white peach and floral notes
- 2024 Ravines Dry Riesling
- Region: Finger Lakes, USA
- Tasting notes: Crisp, dry with green apple and mineral notes
These Rieslings showcase the versatility and excellence of this grape variety across different regions and styles. From bone-dry to lusciously sweet, there’s a Riesling on this list for every palate in 2025.