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Grüner Veltliner

Ook bekend als: Grüner, Green Veltliner

Austria's flagship white grape, known for its distinctive white pepper note and remarkable versatility. From crisp, light wines to powerful Grand Crus, it's gaining worldwide recognition for its food-friendliness.

BodyMedium
ZuurgehalteHigh
ZoetheidDry
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Grüner Veltliner covers almost a third of Austria's vineyard area, making it the country's most planted grape.

👃 Proefnotities

Primaire smaken

Green appleCitrusPear

Secundaire smaken

White pepperLentilSnap pea

Aroma's

White flowersHerbsMineral

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🍽️ Perfecte spijscombinaties

Wiener Schnitzel
Asian cuisine
Asparagus
White fish
Vegetarian dishes

🌡️ Serveertips

Temperatuur

8-12°C (46-54°F)

Glastype

Standard white wine glass

Rijpingspotentieel

2-15+ years for Smaragd

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