Grüner Veltliner

Grüner Veltliner is a white wine grape variety primarily grown in Austria, but also in Slovakia, the Czech Republic, and Hungary. The wine made from Grüner Veltliner is usually dry with a high acidity level, and can range in taste from mineral to fruity, with flavors of lime, lemon, green apple, and white pepper.

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Common Tasting Notes

green apple, pear, lemon, lime, white peach, grapefruit, white pepper, celery, radish, herbaceous, spicy, floral, honey, apricot, almond, ginger, chamomile, mineral, steely, smoky

What does it pair with?

Grüner Veltliner pairs well with a wide range of foods, including seafood, poultry, pork, salads, vegetables, and spicy cuisine. It is particularly well-suited for pairing with dishes that have herbaceous or spicy flavors.

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