Rudi Pichler Grüner Veltliner Terrassen Smaragd 2022

A blend of top parcels in Weissenkirchen and Joching — sandy soils alongside mica schist, with little loess in the mix. White miso and fresh green pear dominate the nose, savory and clean. On the palate, crushed sage and a yeasty breadth weave through a fine, veil-like phenolic structure that feels almost silken. The finish is long and distinctly salty, with cracked pepper arriving late. Bone-dry, with real grip and presence.