Taste
Bright and expressive from the first pour, this Grüner opens with flinty minerality, sea breeze, oyster shell, and fresh-cut grass, accented by honeydew, quince, and white flowers. The palate is energetic yet composed, highlighting lemongrass, citrus, Asian pear, Honeycrisp apple, and subtle earthiness. A velour-like texture gives the wine presence without weight, while vibrant acidity carries notes of sea salt, white pepper, clove, and Italian parsley through a long, spicy finish.
About the Winery / Winemaker
This marks the first vintage crafted using a trifecta of fermentation vessels—stainless steel tank, neutral French oak barrels, and a concrete egg—bringing layered complexity and textural depth while preserving Grüner’s hallmark freshness. Winemaker Wynne leans into precision and balance, allowing minerality, acidity, and subtle savory notes to shine without phenolic heaviness.
Why We Love It
This is Grüner with range. It’s crisp and mineral enough for oyster lovers, yet textured and savory enough to stand up to food. The thoughtful use of multiple fermentation vessels adds dimension without distracting from the wine’s natural energy. A go-to for adventurous white wine drinkers and a slam dunk for fans of Albariño, Sauvignon Blanc, or dry Riesling.
Vintage Notes (2024)
A true “Goldilocks” vintage—warm but not hot, dry with low disease pressure, and harvested earlier to preserve acidity and balance. Cooler overall conditions paired with a larger crop delivered fully ripe, clean fruit with excellent intensity. Valley-wide excitement around the vintage is well earned.
Technical Wine Notes
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Vintage: 2024
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Varietal: Grüner Veltliner
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Fermentation: Stainless steel, neutral French oak, concrete egg
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Alcohol: 12.8% ABV
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pH: 3.13
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Total Acidity: 7.3 g/L
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Residual Sugar: 1.4 g/L
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Production: 498 cases
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Release: April 2025
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Drinking Window: Now–2029
Accolades
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91 points – Vinous
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