01/13/26 Wine Tasting - The Noble Grapes: Riesling - 6PM

The Noble Grapes

In the wine world, “noble grapes” refers to a small group of classic varieties that have shaped how we drink and think about wine: Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Pinot Noir, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Riesling.

For our first tasting series of the new year, the Murphy’s Wine Team is revisiting these six grapes, not to define them, but to explore how they’ve evolved as they’ve traveled far beyond their historic homes. From benchmark regions to unexpected corners of the wine world, each tasting will highlight how place, climate, and winemaking shape even the most familiar varieties.

Think of this series as a fresh look at old friends.

Riesling

For the second tasting in our Noble Grapes series, we turn our attention to Riesling, one of the most expressive grapes in the wine world.

With its origins in Germany’s Rhine and Mosel valleys, Riesling has long been prized for its ability to translate place with precision. As it has traveled beyond its historic home, the grape has proven remarkably versatile, producing wines that range from bone-dry to lusciously sweet, and from steely and mineral-driven to richly textured.

Join the Murphy’s Wine Team on January 13th as we explore five expressions of Riesling, tasting how this noble grape reflects site, climate, and intent across different regions and styles.