2020 Better Angel Grüner
Grüner Veltliner or "The Green Grape of the Valtellina" is a unique Austrian varietal that boasts high quantities of fruit and character. Grüner is known for its expression of terroir much like the Riesling varietal. It's strong backbone of acidity encourages it's aging potential and is a great companion at the dinner table.
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Wine Specs
Vintage
2020
Varietal
Gruner Veltliner
Appellation
Old Mission Peninsula
Vineyard Designation
Misfits Vineyard
Acid
9
pH
3.02
Aging
Stainless steel
Bottling Date
April 2021
Residual Sugar
.02
Alcohol %
12.5
Wine Profile
Tasting Notes
Lime, grapefruit, green bean and white pepper aromatics alongside vivid acidity.
Vineyard Notes
6 acre estate vineyard, hand tended, organic weeding practices. East facing slope, all day sun.
Winemaker Notes
Typically dry and full-bodied with a peppery perfume and firm, minerally citrus and sometimes spicy flavors.
Food Pairing Notes
Traditional Austrian Weiner Schnitzel, Japanese panko-bread fried pork cutlet or fried chicken and mashed potatoes. Grilled fish, sushi rolls, and shrimp. A unique alternative to Sauvignon blanc and Riesling.
Other Notes
Origin: Austria. Very fruitful, with small greenish-yellow berries. Mid-ripening.