Müller-Thurgau

Müller-Thurgau is a white wine grape variety created in 1882 by Dr. Hermann Müller from the Swiss canton Thurgau. It’s a cross between Riesling and Madeleine Royale to ripen earlier, so it was easier to cultivate than Riesling while not losing its fine aromatics. Today, Müller-Thurgau is widely planted in Germany, as well as in Austria, Switzerland, and parts of Eastern Europe.

The color of Müller-Thurgau wines are from pale straw to light yellow. The wines are light to medium-bodied.

The wines from Müller-Thurgau have a mild to moderate acidity, lower than Riesling, making it smooth and easy-drinking.

Taste

Müller-Thurgau wines are aromatic with fruity and floral notes: green apple, pear, peach, and sometimes a hint of citrus like lemon or lime. the floral notes contain elderflower, jasmine, or orange blossom.

Sometimes Müller-Thurgau wines have herbal notes or a light minerality, depending on the terroir.