Raise a Riesling: Sip, Learn, and Celebrate

Join David Nershi and co-host Cori Solomon for a lively, pre–International Riesling Day exploration of one of the world’s most expressive and shape‑shifting grapes. With International Riesling Day arriving on March 13, this interactive session uncorks Riesling’s 600‑year story — from its first recorded mention in 1435 to its modern expressions across Germany, Alsace, Australia, and beyond.

We’ll dive into what makes Riesling so distinctive, how climate and terroir shape its many styles, and why this grape continues to inspire winemakers and wine lovers around the world. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own bottle of Riesling — whether a crisp Finger Lakes classic, a sun‑kissed California bottling, or a favorite from abroad — to taste along with the group and share impressions as we compare notes, regions, and personalities in the glass.