| Producer | Nikolaihof |
| Country | Austria |
| Varietal | Gruner Veltliner |
| Vintage | 2018 |
| Sku | 210000033005 |
| Size | 750ml |
The 2018 Grüner Veltliner Im Weingebirge Smaragd was picked from vines planted in loess on top of paragneiss, where they can root deeply. It was made in large barrel, where it matured on lees for three years before bottling. The nose has a tender but pure perfume of dried fruit, golden sultana and supple ripeness, with a hint of hay. The palate is rounded, with a lovely sense of waxy apple skin, white pepper, yeast and rose perfume, all with ample concentration and immense clarity. Depth, quietness and subtlety are the hallmarks of this concentrated and contoured wine. (Bone-dry)