Grüner Veltliner

Grüner Veltliner Tasting Notes

Lemon

Lime

Green Apple

Pear

Peach

Grüner Veltliner is a white grape variety, known for its unique and complex flavour profile. You can expect to find a range of notes, including citrus fruits like lemon and lime, as well as green apple, pear and white peach. The wine is also known for its subtle herbaceous notes, which can range from white pepper to fresh-cut grass or even celery. In some cases, Grüner Veltliner may also display mineral notes, such as wet stone or flint, which are often associated with the terroir of the region where it was grown.

Grüner Veltliner Style

Generally Grüner Veltliner is produced in a dry style with high acidity and a crisp, refreshing character, which makes it a popular choice for sipping in the sunshine. However, Grüner Veltliner can also be made in a more full-bodied and complex style, with a richer mouthfeel. Sweetness levels can vary, from bone-dry to off-dry, depending on the winemaker’s preference, however often its hard to detect the sweetness due to the zingy acidity.

Wine Regions

Austria

Grüner Veltliner is primarily grown in Austria, where it is the most widely planted grape variety. It is particularly associated with the wine regions of Lower Austria, which includes the areas of Wachau, Kamptal, and Kremstal. However, Grüner Veltliner is also grown in other parts of Austria, including Burgenland and Styria. Outside of Austria, Grüner Veltliner can also be found in neighbouring countries such as Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. In recent years, Grüner Veltliner has gained popularity in new world regions, including the United States, Canada, and New Zealand, where winemakers have started to experiment and produce their own unique expressions of the wine in small quantities.

Which food goes with Grüner Veltliner

Grüner Veltliner is hugely versatile and pairs well with a variety of foods, making it a popular choice for many wine enthusiasts. Its high acidity and refreshing character make it an ideal pairing for seafood dishes, such as prawns, scallops, or oysters. Grüner Veltliner also complements spicy Asian cuisine, such as Thai dishes, as its acidity helps to cut through the heat and spice of the food. Its subtle herbaceous notes also make it an excellent match for fresh salads, as well as vegetarian dishes such as roasted vegetable tart. If you are a cheese fan then this wine pairs well with a range of soft cheeses such as Brie, Camembert and Feta.