{"title":"Clean Slate","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"clean-slate-riesling-750ml","title":"Clean Slate Riesling","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClean Slate Riesling\u003c\/strong\u003e is an off-dry German Riesling from the Mosel region, bottled at 10.5% ABV in a 750ml format. Awarded 90 points by \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e and a Gold Medal at the Berlin Wine Trophy, this wine punches well above its weight class for an everyday Mosel Riesling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e ABV: 10.5%  |  Origin: Mosel, Germany  |  Off-Dry Riesling  |  Producer: Moselland eG\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eProduction \u0026amp; Heritage\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean Slate is produced through a partnership between importer Winebow and Moselland, one of Germany's largest winegrowing cooperatives. The grapes are sourced from vineyards planted on the famously steep, slate-covered slopes of the Mosel River Valley, where thin slate stones reflect and retain heat — a critical factor for ripening Riesling in this cool northern climate. After gentle pressing, the juice undergoes temperature-controlled fermentation with selected yeasts and rests in stainless steel tanks for approximately four months before bottling, preserving the grape's natural freshness and bright acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eTasting Notes\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAroma:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nose opens with fresh yellow peach and ripe apricot, followed by earthy, spicy undertones. Subtle petrol and stony minerality emerge with time in the glass, signaling the slate soils beneath.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTaste:\u003c\/strong\u003e On the palate, tart apple and juicy peach arrive first, quickly joined by crisp lime and quince at mid-palate. Outstanding acidity threads through the soft fruit, keeping everything vibrant and balanced against the wine's gentle residual sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e The finish is clean and moderately lingering, with a touch of salinity and stony minerality. Faint echoes of lime zest and peach skin taper off with refreshing precision.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eHow to Drink Clean Slate\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe well-chilled, between 45–50°F, in a standard white wine glass to concentrate the aromatic lift. This is a wine that works beautifully on its own as an aperitif or patio pour. For cocktail-curious drinkers: use it in a \u003cstrong\u003eWhite Wine Spritzer\u003c\/strong\u003e with a splash of sparkling water and a lime wheel — the natural acidity holds up perfectly; try a \u003cstrong\u003eRiesling Sangria\u003c\/strong\u003e with sliced stone fruits and fresh mint, which mirrors the wine's own peach character; or build a \u003cstrong\u003eHugo Spritz\u003c\/strong\u003e variation, substituting this Riesling for prosecco alongside elderflower liqueur and soda for a lighter, more aromatic take.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eBest For\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeeknight dinners with spicy takeout — Thai, Indian, or Szechuan cuisine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntroducing someone to German Riesling without intimidation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm-weather porch sipping or picnic outings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHosting casual dinner parties where versatile food pairing matters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does Clean Slate taste like?\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Slate Riesling delivers ripe peach, tart apple, and crisp lime flavors balanced by vibrant acidity and a subtle stony minerality from Mosel slate soils. It finishes clean and off-dry with a hint of salinity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow does Clean Slate compare to Relax Riesling?\u003c\/strong\u003e Both are accessible, off-dry German Rieslings at similar price points, but Clean Slate sources exclusively from the Mosel and tends to show more pronounced slate-driven minerality and acidity, while Relax draws from broader German regions and often reads slightly sweeter on the palate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Clean Slate good for beginners?\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Slate is an excellent entry point into German Riesling — its gentle residual sweetness and bright fruit make it immediately approachable, while its acidity and mineral backbone offer enough complexity to reward closer attention.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere is Clean Slate made?\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Slate Riesling is produced by Moselland, a major winegrowing cooperative, from vineyards along the steep, slate-covered slopes of the Mosel River Valley in western Germany.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat foods pair well with Clean Slate?\u003c\/strong\u003e Spicy Thai curries and pad Thai, where the wine's sweetness tempers heat; roasted pork loin with apple chutney, echoing the wine's stone fruit notes; sushi and sashimi, where acidity cleanses the palate; soft cheeses like brie or young gouda; and lemon-dressed salads or ceviche that match the wine's citrus brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sizes does Clean Slate come in?\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Slate Riesling is widely available in the standard 750ml bottle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Clean Slate worth the price?\u003c\/strong\u003e Clean Slate positions as a value-tier Mosel Riesling, and with 90 points from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e, a Best Buy designation from \u003cem\u003eWine \u0026amp; Spirits Magazine\u003c\/em\u003e, and a Gold Medal at the Berlin Wine Trophy, it consistently over-delivers for its price category.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cu\u003eWhy Clean Slate?\u003c\/u\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat separates Clean Slate from the crowded field of affordable Rieslings is genuine Mosel provenance at an accessible price. The slate soils of the Mosel's steep vineyards — stones so valued that fallen pieces are physically carried back uphill from the river — impart a mineral backbone that gives this wine more complexity than most wines in its tier. A 90-point score from \u003cem\u003eWine Enthusiast\u003c\/em\u003e and a Gold Medal at the Berlin Wine Trophy confirm that this is not simply a branded commodity wine; it is a legitimate expression of one of the world's great Riesling regions. For anyone seeking a versatile, food-friendly white with real regional character, Clean Slate makes a compelling case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clean Slate","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44836813471913,"sku":"22101","price":9.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0680\/1024\/6313\/files\/clean_slate_riesling__33304.jpg?v=1730471289"}],"url":"https:\/\/theliquorbarn.com\/collections\/clean-slate.oembed","provider":"The Liquor Barn","version":"1.0","type":"link"}