Grüner Veltliner (Wachau Smaragd and Kremstal/Kampt al Reserve) Flashcards
Visual:
Straw with hints of green,
M to M+ concentration
Aromas & Flavors: Intensity
M+ intensity
Aromas & Flavors: Fruit
Citrus
[grapefruit, lemon, lime, orange],
Ripe stone fruit
[peach, apricot, yellow cherry, white plum],
Red/yellow apple,
Slight dried and/or tropical fruit character
Aromas & Flavors: Floral
White flowers
Aromas & Flavors: Spice
White pepper,
Wasabi,
Radish,
Lentils
Aromas & Flavors: Green/Herbal
Slight chive,
Tarragon,
Sage
Aromas & Flavors: Oxidation
(Slight oxidation)
Blanched almond,
Nut
Aromas & Flavors: Botrytis
Slight ginger,
Honey,
Saffron
Aromas & Flavors: Earth
M to H minerality,
Story,
Granitic
Aromas & Flavors: Other
Leesy,
Smoke
Aromas & Flavors: Oak
None or neutral cask
Structure:
Dry,
M+ body,
Elevated acidity,
M to elevated alcohol