Grüner Veltliner Steinertal Smaragd
2024
$113.11*
3 case(s) available
Weingut Alzinger is located on a magnificent stretch of the Danube 65km west of Vienna, on a majestic bend where the great river sweeps past Unterloiben in the region of Wachau. This is surely one of the most spectacular wine regions in the world, so stunningly beautiful that it has been declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site, which as the Alzinger website proudly proclaims, makes it “coequal to the pyramids of Giza, the Taj Mahal, and the Great Wall of China “. This is a very special...
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Steinertal is an extremely complex location that offers optimal terrain for both Grüner Veltliner and Riesling. The situation turns a little to the southwest, so in the evening always gets some heat, which are relativized by air currents from the north accordingly. The ground thickness varies considerably, as does the temperature within the location. The foundation of the Grüner Veltliner lies in the lower and deeper terraces, although here too, despite a slightly creamier texture, vital acidity and profound minerality set the tone.
This Grüner Veltliner from the Steinertal vineyard offers a complex nose of white pepper, ripe pear, green apple, and subtle citrus zest. The palate is elegant and structured, with vibrant acidity and a stony minerality that reflects the terroir. Notes of herbal spice and a hint of tropical fruit emerge, leading to a long, refreshing finish with a touch of salinity.
Sliced green apples, fennel, wet stones, seaweed and hints of green tea on the nose of this sleek and compact white. Fresh but well structured, with good weight, a medium to full body and more stony minerality than fruit. Long and focused finish.
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The 2024 Grüner Veltliner Steinertal Smaragd, situated between two lateral valleys that channel cool air, gives this terraced site of gneiss higher day-to-night amplitude and lower daytime temperatures. Gentle spice brings white pepper and crushed fern on the nose. The palate arrives with perfect tension, peppery fern, fine citrus freshness and beautiful concentration. Citrus is key this year on this wonderfully long and incisive Grüner.
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