Silvaner (Germany)
In Germany Silvaner is a grape grown primarily the Franken region.
Typical Flavors
 Lemon |
 Flowers |
 Grass |
 Minerals |
Citrus, White Flowers, and freshly cut Grass are typical flavors for Silvaner, followed by some Minerality.
Profile
Silvaner is dry, light, and soft with a moderate aroma and a good acidity:
| SUGAR | Dry | ||
| BODY | Light | ||
| FRUIT | Low | ||
| ACIDITY | Medium - High | ||
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Food Pairing
 Aperitif |
 Salads |
 Vegetables |
 Asparagus |
 Oysters |
 Fish |
 Seafood |
 Soft Cheese |
Silvaner pairs best with Seafood, Fried Fish, and Fried Chicken.
Pairing Suggestions
Excellent pairings:
Alsatian - German fusion Cuisine.
Green Vegetables. Asparagus.
Oysters. Scallops. Clams.
Herby Green Pasta.
Cheese:
Soft Cheese. Goat.
French Spesialities:
Tarte Flambée (White Pizza).
Snails or Prawns with Garlic.
If You Like
You May Also Like:
| Assyrtiko (Greece) |
| Gavi (Italy) |
| Grechetto (Italy) |
| Greco di Tufo (Italy) |
| Orvieto (Italy) |
| Pinot Bianco (Italy) |
| Piquepoul (France) |
| Silvaner (France) |
| Riesling Dry (Germany) |
| Weissburgunder (Germany) |
The Ideal Glass
A Tulip Shaped glass is the best choice for dry white wines.
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!