Airen vs Muller-Thurgau
How to tell them apart in a blind tasting
The clearest separator between Airen and Muller-Thurgau is aromatic intensity: Airen is Medium(−) while Muller-Thurgau is Medium(+). Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
Structure compared
| Structure compared | Airen | Muller-Thurgau |
|---|---|---|
| Acidity | Medium | Medium |
| Body | Medium(−) | Medium |
| Alcohol | Medium | Medium |
| Color intensity | Pale | Pale |
| Aromatic intensity | Medium(−) | Medium(+) |
Signature aromas
Airen
green applepearlemon peel
Muller-Thurgau
green applepeachelderflower
Common questions
- How do you tell Airen and Muller-Thurgau apart in a blind tasting?
- The clearest separator between Airen and Muller-Thurgau is aromatic intensity: Airen is Medium(−) while Muller-Thurgau is Medium(+). Lead with that to resolve the blind call.
- Is Airen or Muller-Thurgau higher in aromatic intensity?
- On the WSET ladder, Airen is Medium(−) and Muller-Thurgau is Medium(+) for aromatic intensity.
- Are Airen and Muller-Thurgau red or white?
- Airen and Muller-Thurgau are both white grape varieties.