Grüner Veltliner

Grüner Veltliner is the signature grape of Austria and by far the nation's most widely planted wine grape. Classic Grüner Veltliner wines show citrus aromas (lemon peel and grapefruit) complemented by fresh vegetal notes and the variety's trademark hint of white pepper. There are two key styles of Grüner Veltliner wine. The first is lighter, fresher and citrus-focused. The second style – spicier, weightier and more complex, is found in the top wines from the warmer Wachau, Kremstal and Kamptal regions. These wines are richly textured and well structured and require several years in bottle before reaching developed maturity. With time they soften and take in honeyed, marmalade-like characteristics that match their attractive, deep golden hue.