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Grüner Veltliner Federspiel, Rudi Pichler - 2021

Name: Grüner Veltliner Federspiel, Rudi Pichler
Brand: Rudi Pichler
SKU: 33484
Price: 29.99 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Item # 33484 750mL

Federspiel wines are a particular category of wines based on ripeness. Consider these accessible wines to drink in the near future. This comes from Grüner Veltliner valley, hillside and high-elevation terraced vineyards. A white wine that is aromatic, dry and even spiced on the palate.

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Color

White

Vintage

2021

Country

Austria

Region

Wachau

Producer

Rudi Pichler

Grape Variety

Grüner Veltliner

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Staff Pick Notes

Grüner veltliner is the most widely planted grape in Austria and has deservedly gained popularity in the U.S., mostly as a summer quaffer. But Grüner has much more to offer, as exhibited here. The term 'Federspiel' on the label (which translates to a type of falcon in the region) is a classification of ripeness. Thus this wine has a richness and complexity, but with a low alcohol content. Chaptalization (the addition of sugar to boost alcohol) is never permitted. Although perfectly suited to the warm months, this will pair perfectly with vegetable and white meat dishes throughout the year. This is a Grüner with aging potential. The apple, pear, apricot, and herbal notes will continue to evolve in complexity over time. So invest in a few bottles and see what this remarkable grape has to offer year to year.

- DY

Glossary

Grüner Veltliner

Referred to by many Americans as "Gru-Ve," this white variety is nearly synonymous with Austrian wine. It's becoming wildly popular at the moment, especially compared to its obscure origins: it's known as the ultimate food wine for its great minerality and appealing freshness. The wines are consistent and eminently drinkable at the low end, and, on the premium side of things, full-bodied, long-lived, world-class whites.

Austria

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