Gruner Vetliner
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years of vintage release to capture its fresh, vibrant acidity and crisp fruit profile.
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Wiener Schnitzel, fresh oysters, or roasted asparagus
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Scheid Vineyards' embrace of Grüner Veltliner represents a bold and successful New World experiment with Austria's signature white grape. Finding a natural home in the cool, wind-swept estate vineyards of Monterey County, this wine thrives under the influence of the deep Monterey Bay, where morning fog and afternoon winds mimic the chilly growing conditions of Central Europe. Scheid crafts this wine primarily in stainless steel to preserve its natural, electric acidity and mineral core. The result is a beautifully aromatic white that bridges Old World structure with vibrant California fruit, showcasing the unique potential of the Salinas Valley's cold-climate microclimates.
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Founded in 1972 by Al Scheid, Scheid Vineyards is a pioneer of winegrowing in California's Monterey County, operating family-owned estate vineyards that span a diverse 70-mile corridor along the Salinas Valley. Today, under the guidance of the Scheid family, the winery is globally recognized for its commitment to environmental stewardship, with its state-of-the-art estate winery in Greenfield being 100% powered by wind energy. Utilizing these diverse microclimates, Scheid crafts an impressive portfolio of estate-grown wines, ranging from elegant cool-climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay to robust, structured reds like their signature Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Sauvignon Appassimento, and Claret Reserve. Address: 1972 Hobson Ave, Greenfield, CA 93927, United States. Website: https://www.scheidvineyards.com