noun

Riesling

REEZ-lihng

Riesling (noun) means a variety of grape, especially grown in Germany and other cool-climate wine regions, or the wine made from it. Example: “They paired the dessert with a chilled glass of Riesling.”

noun

A variety of grape, especially grown in Germany and other cool-climate wine regions, or the wine made from it.

"They paired the dessert with a chilled glass of Riesling."

"German Riesling ranges from bone-dry to lusciously sweet."

How to use Riesling

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA German-style white grape, or the often slightly sweet wine made from it.

Common pairings

a bottle of Riesling dry Riesling German Riesling

Word forms

Rieslings plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from German Riesling, the name of the grape variety.

Origin: German

Frequently asked questions

What does “Riesling” mean?

The word “Riesling” means a variety of grape, especially grown in Germany and other cool-climate wine regions, or the wine made from it. In plain terms, a German-style white grape, or the often slightly sweet wine made from it.

How do you pronounce “Riesling”?

“Riesling” is pronounced REEZ-lihng (/ˈɹiːzlɪŋ/ in IPA).

How do you use “Riesling” in a sentence?

Here is “Riesling” used in a sentence: “They paired the dessert with a chilled glass of Riesling.”

What part of speech is “Riesling”?

“Riesling” is a noun.

Where does the word “Riesling” come from?

The word “Riesling” comes from German. Borrowed from German Riesling, the name of the grape variety.