The Ott family winery in Austria’s Wagram district was established in 1889 and offers a range of single-vineyard Grüner Veltliners as well as a few Rieslings. The Am Berg Grüner bottling is blended from several sites in the region. Although a Niederösterreich (Lower Austria) appellation, much of the fruit comes from Ott’s Wagram vineyards and grows in deep loess soil. The Ott 2022 Am Berg Grüner Veltliner shows a classic Grüner style. It is juicy, fresh and bursting with floral aromas plus citrus and green apple fruits backed by subtle green herb and white pepper – the defining characteristics of good Grüner. The flavors are brisk, clean and refreshing, with a satisfying textural richness on the palate typical of Grüners grown in loess soils. With its inherent green tones, Grüner Veltliner is an excellent companion for vegetable dishes. It is also a good choice for herb-laced recipes or your favorite seafood dishes.
Bernhard Ott, Niederösterreich (Austria) Grüner Veltliner 2022
By Wayne Belding