WINE: Hugl Weine Grüner Veltliner 2008 (1L)

Grüner veltliner is one of those “sleeper” wines that too few people know about. Though once considered a rather pedestrian wine, grüner veltliner is now seen as perhaps Austria’s greatest wine varietal. I recommend GV to anyone who enjoys sauvignon blanc, although in my opinion, grüner veltliner is far more food-friendly. Austria’s national dish, Wiener schnitzel, is a classic pairing. For me, grüner veltliner is the ideal wine with fried chicken!
GRANT HENRY

Also pairs well with: Asparagus, fish, fried foods, pork, sausage, sushi, veal, vegetables
Category- White
Varietal- Gr üner Veltliner
Region– Ketzelsdorf-Poysdorf, Austria
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