Riesling vs Furmint
Riesling
High acidity, usually with a light to medium body, across dry, off-dry, and sweet styles.
- Lime
- Very high acidity
- Dry to sweet
Recognize it
High acidity is the anchor, often with a light to medium body. Lime, green apple and peach are common when young. A petrol note can develop with bottle age.
Furmint
A high-acid Hungarian white grape known for quince and waxy texture, used for both dry and sweet wines in Tokaj.
- High acidity
- Green apple
- Waxy texture
Recognize it
Very high acidity with more body than many high-acid whites. Green apple, quince and waxy texture are common, and sweet examples retain enough acidity to stay fresh.
How they compare
- SimilarVery high acidity across a wide sweetness range.
- DifferenceRiesling is usually lighter-bodied and more aromatic.