| Producer | Alzinger |
| Country | Austria |
| Region | Wachau |
| Varietal | Gruner Veltliner |
| Vintage | 2024 |
| Sku | 210000032324 |
| Size | 750ml |
The 2024 Grüner Veltliner Loibenberg Smaragd comes from a parcel of loess atop gneiss bedrock in the midslope of the south-facing site. The nose is shy, showing just a hint of savory yeast. With more air, a touch of fern emerges. The palate offers almost a Riesling-like lightness, with direction and verve that belie the loess. There is lovely balance, slight savor and exquisite tension.(AK)