22/03/2012

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Grüner Veltliner is a wonderful white grape out of Austria and environs. It is, in fact, the most-widely planted varietal in Austria.  It was largely unknown in the States for years, but has gained exponentially in popularity in the US over the past few years.  Some people call it Gru-Vee, but I… won’t.  Its charms are many but led by its flavors: white pepper, black and green olives, and citrus.  It is an excellent combination that, with a little walnut, would make my favorite salad.

Grüner, as the name suggests, is also all about “green”.  The wines taste young, vibrant, and redolent of Spring. 

The Green Eyes Grüner Veltliner takes that green even further - yes even beyond the name and the color on the label - to include notes of green apple on the palate.

This wine is available by the glass at Jet Wine Bar, 1525 South St., Phila. PA, 19146.  215.735.1116


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