'Der Ott' Grüner Veltliner

Score

90

Score

94

Score

93

Score

90

"Ott's 2021 Grner Veltliner Der Ott opens clear, pure and flinty on the nose, with a bouquet that is pretty exciting for a wine of this price. The nose reveals almost chalky notes intermingled with white and yellow seed and stone fruits. Surprisingly creamy and smooth on the palate due to the sur lie aging, this is a mouth-filling yet elegant and rather lean but textured white with a savory, lemon-bitter and tonic finish. 13% stated alcohol. Screw cap. Tasted in August 2023."

Score

93

"The 2023 Grüner Veltliner Der Ott is a statement about the best sites, Spiegel, Stein, Rosenberg and Kirchthal, from younger vines up to 35 years old. It was hand-harvested, basket-pressed and made in large, neutral barrels, where it stayed on gross lees until May the following year. Subtlety on the nose has moss, lichen, lemon salt and wet soil, with a highlight of yeastiness. The palate takes all this subtlety, imbues it with tender, ripe, juicy fruit as a backdrop, and adds that salty, yeasty texture. The 2023 comes together in a creamy, smooth, slender synthesis of exquisite length and a super fresh finish. (Bone-dry)"