Gruner Veltliner
The grape that put Austria on the wine map. In some ways it is similar to Riesling. Gruner Veltliner produces very refreshing, tangy wines with green apple and citrus flavours. However, Gruner is almost always dry and it has a spicy quality that some describe as white pepper, dill, even turnip character. The wines are clean, fresh and quite full bodied.
The wine gained popularity in the 1990’s when some New York sommeliers began calling it “”Groovy”” so their clients would feel comfortable ordering it. Now it is a staple on virtually every restaurant wine list, presumably because it is so food friendly.
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Alexander Zahel Gruner Veltliner Alte Reben 2024
The new Alexander Zahel Grüner Veltliner Alte Reben (Old Vines) comes from Retzer Land, a small designated area about 1 hour north of Vienna in the Niederösterreich growing area (aka Lower Austria which is located in the northeastern area of Austria). The soil in this area is mix of sandstone and granite with limestone topsoil perfect for developing a unique mineral character in the resulting wines. Biodynamic Grüner Veltliner was hand harvested from 45-year-old vines at the end of August to maintain a crisp acidity. Whole bunch pressing and spontaneous fermentation in 1200 ltr. Stockinger barrels (more on that below!) and 6 months on the fine lees. The wine received minimal sulfuring and no filtration or fining before bottling. Certified Bio, Demeter Certified and Regenerative Organic Certified. What more could you ask for?
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Zahel Gruner Veltliner Goldberg 2023
2023 Grüner Veltliner “Ried Goldberg”. The word “Ried” refers to a natural area, usually created in the former floodplain of a river that, in this case it, denotes a single vineyard sourcing. The Goldberg vineyard is located in the south-eastern most wine growing region of Vienna. It is cultivated organically with adherence to biodynamic principles. Expect a wine with light green reflections in the glass showing aromas of white flowers, melon, green apples and white pepper. On the palate, the wine is crisp with juicy pineapple and citrus notes and a very lively, fresh acidity. A great spring and summer white.
$29.95