What IS it about the nose of a Grüner Veltliner that makes it 1 of the most fascinating whites in the world?

One of the most charming sensory experiences your nose will ever come across. Candied pear, apricot, grapefruit, honeycomb, spice and sensuous Summer! An experience.


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Great to finally meet Winemaker Josef Andert. Have worked with his wines almost a year, meeting him confirms he's a super guy too.

See previous posts for notes on several of his wines (gewürztraminer, grüner veltliner, etc.)


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Mokka Swarzwer Kaffe mit Brioche at Cafe Central, Vienna. Nice Sunny day!

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Taking in Madrid. A dynamic city. Full of life.

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Vizana Temranillo Crianza 2007. Dark beauty with blackberry and currant notes with serious tannins. Big powerful wine!

From the Ribera del Guadiana DOC in Spain.


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Emperador de Barros 2009: fr the Cayetena grape, unique to Extremadura. Refreshing fruit, honeycomb, herbal notes and grapefruit. Characterful and gorgeous.

Pair with Asian or Med.


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Emperador de Barros 2009: fr the Macabeo grape. A charming white wine from Spain (Ribera del Guadiana). Peach, honeycomb, citrus notes in a fresh, nicely acidic well-rounded package.

My Summer patio pick.


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Castelar Crianza 2006 Ribera del Guadiana. Lovely caramel red fruit notes. Enjoying it a few kms from where it was produced.

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I decided on the wine for tonite: Viewpointe 08 Pinot Grigio.

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CN Tower thru my rain-splashed sunroof while stopped in traffic. Contemplating which wine to open tonight.

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