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Grüner Veltliner

/GROO-ner VELT-lee-ner/

Grüner Veltliner is Austria's national grape, producing crisp, peppery, highly food-versatile whites. Its signature white-pepper spice, bright citrus, and racy acidity make it superb with a wide range of food, from Austrian schnitzel to spicy Asian dishes. The finest, from the Wachau's terraced slopes, are world-class, age-worthy wines.

🍇 White grapemedium bodydry

Grape profile

Character & style

TraitCharacter
Bodymedium
Acidityhigh
Tanninsnone
Sweetnessdry
Alcohol tendencymedium
OriginAustria
Common flavourswhite pepper, green apple, citrus, cucumber, herbal, mineral
Aromaswhite pepper, green apple, lime, lentil, grass, mineral

Pairing

Best food pairings

  • Schnitzel
  • Austrian sausage
  • vegetables
  • spicy food
  • seafood
  • pork

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