Kerner (Germany)
Kerner is a German crossing between red Trollinger and white Riesling.
Typical Flavors
 Citrus |
 Pear |
 Peach |
 Mango |
 Currants |
 Flowers |
 Herbs |
 Minerals |
Kerner has clean aromas of White and Tropical Fruit, delicate Moscat notes.
Hints of Red Currants, Acasia Flowers, Herbs, and Rocky Minerals.
Profile
Compared to Riesling, Kerner has milder acidity and more body:
| SUGAR | Dry | ||
| BODY | Medium | ||
| FRUIT | Medium | ||
| ACIDITY | Medium - High | ||
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Food Pairing
Kerner is ideal as an aperitif.
 Aperitif |
 Antipasti |
 Vegetables |
 Pasta |
 Fish |
 Chicken |
 Turkey |
 Soft Cheese |
Kerner is an all-round wine, but pairs best with light dishes and vegetables.
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent Pairing:
Fish. Seafood Pasta.
Light Poltry. Chicken. Turkey.
Light White Meat. Veal. Pork.
Grilled Poltry. Grilled White Meat.
Spicy Asian. Thai Green Curry.
Chinese. Sweet and Sour.
Cheese:
Soft Cheese.
Cheese Soufflé.
German Specialities:
Onion Tart.
Grilled Garlic Chicken.
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The Ideal Glass
A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for a dry white wine.
It guides the wine to the center of your mouth, avoiding the sides, where acidity is less pleasant.
A smaller bowl also helps to serve smaller quantities, and keep the wine cold.
Remember to hold the glass by the stem!
About Kerner
The Kerner grape was bred in 1929 by August Herold, when he crossed red Trollinger (aka Schiava) with white Riesling.
In Germany, Kerner is often used in blends. It is mostly planted in Pfalz, Rheinhessen, Mosel, and Württemberg. It is also widely planted in Italy (Alto Adige), Austria, and Switzerland.
Trentino-Alto Adige
Trentino-Alto Adige is located in northern Italy. The capital is Trento.
Red Wines:
Schiava
St. Magdalener
Lagrein
Pinot Nero
Teroldego
Merlot
Vernatch
White Wines:
Pinot Grigio
Chardonnay
Gewürztraminer
Pinot Bianco
Sauvignon Blanc
Kerner
Müller-Thurgau
Silvaner
Terlaner
Rosé Wines:
Primary Grapes:
15% Pinot Grigio
10% Chardonnay
8% Pinot Nero
7% Lagrein
6% Gewürztraminer
6% Pinot Bianco
6% Sauvignon Blanc
About Alto Adige
Alto Adige is also called Südtirol (South Tyrol).
Italian and German are official languages, but the locals also speak Ladin.
Before 1918, Südtirol was part of the Austrian-Hungarian empire, but was annexed to Italy after the first World War.
Early wine production was dominated by Austrian red wines like Lagrein and Vernatch (Schiava).
Today white wines are more important, mostly Pinot Grigio, Gewürztraminer, Pinot Bianco, and Chardonnay.
Upcoming wines are Sauvignon Blanc and Pinot Nero.