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Cadre "Band of Stones" Grüner Veltliner 2022
USA, San Luis Obispo Coast
Grüner Veltliner
$25-$50
Description
John Niven spearheaded bringing New World Grüner Veltliner to prominence in the mid 2000’s when he convinced his family to plant 12.3 acres. These were the first Grüner plantings on the Pacific Coast and the first major plantings in California. These vines vines lie in the direct path of the Pacific’s relentless cool fog driven winds. The wine has a harmonious balance of ripeness, but a ton of verve and energy on the palate. A base of salty citrus, ginger and white pepper mingle with grapefruit that all lead to a savory zesty finish drenched in minerality.
Awards
92 pts Wine Enthusiast Points
Certifications
SIP Certified
Alcohol
14.2%
Analytical data
dry
Vineyard
SIP Certified Sustainable