How do you pronounce Grüner Veltliner?

Grüner Veltliner is pronounced GROO-ner velt-LEE-ner.

Where does Grüner Veltliner come from?

Grüner Veltliner grows in Wachau, Austria.

What does Grüner Veltliner taste like?

Expect white pepper, lime, green apple, wet stone. Closest familiar reference: A crisp, peppery white with Sauvignon Blanc's zip and a stony spine that carries food better than most.

Grüner Veltliner — Underdog Grape Guide

Tasting profile: Lime and green apple up front, a stony chill underneath, and a genuine grind of white pepper on the finish.
Where it grows: Wachau, Austria
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Wachau, Austria

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Grüner Veltliner: common questions

How do you pronounce Grüner Veltliner?: Grüner Veltliner is pronounced GROO-ner velt-LEE-ner.
Where does Grüner Veltliner come from?: Grüner Veltliner grows in Wachau, Austria.
What does Grüner Veltliner taste like?: Expect white pepper, lime, green apple, wet stone. Closest familiar reference: A crisp, peppery white with Sauvignon Blanc's zip and a stony spine that carries food better than most.

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