Rudi Pichler Terrassen Grüner Veltliner Smaragd is a premium white wine produced by the renowned Austrian winemaker Rudi Pichler. The wine is made from the Grüner Veltliner grape variety grown in the terraced vineyards of the Wachau region, which is known for its steep slopes and unique microclimate. The wine is made using traditional winemaking techniques, including hand harvesting and gentle pressing, to preserve the delicate flavors and aromas of the grapes. The resulting wine is a complex and elegant expression of the Grüner Veltliner grape, with notes of citrus, white peach, and minerality. The wine is full-bodied and rich, with a long and satisfying finish. It is a perfect match for seafood, poultry, and spicy dishes.
NOTES FROM VINOVOSS SOMMELIER
This Rudi Pichler Terrassen Grüner Veltliner Smaragd is an elegant, mineral-driven wine with aromas of green apple, white peach, and lemon zest. On the palate, it's fresh and acidic, with a creamy texture and flavors of grapefruit, apricot, and white pepper.The finish is long and complex, with a hint of minerality. Enjoy this wine now or cellar it for a few years.
EXPERT RATING
4.0
DRINKING WINDOW
Now
2045
Profile
Sweetness:
Dry
Dry
Lusciously Sweet
Alcohol:
Moderate
No/Low
Very High
Intensity:
Mildly aromatic
Subtle
Powerful
Body:
Generous
Light Bodied
Full Bodied
Acidity:
Lean
Soft
Crisp
Tannin:
No tannin
No Tannin
Grippy
GRAPES (1)
Grüner Veltliner
ORIGINS
Winery: Rudi Pichler
Region: Niederosterreich
Niederösterreich, or Lower Austria, is Austria's largest wine region, producing an impressive variety of wines from across 16 sub-regions. Vineyards sprawl across the Danube Valley, Wachau Valley, and Kamptal Valley, among others, offering stunning scenery and unique terroir.