2015 Gruner Veltliner Schutt Smaragd

In a surprising reversal of typical behavior, this wine was harvested at a marginally higher must weight than its Loibenberg counterpart, which Knoll senior attributes to especially low yields. Lime, papaya, winter squash and parsnip combine for a penetratingly pungent nose and forceful, bittersweet palate impression. There is a far greater measure of primary juiciness here than in the corresponding Loibenberg. A vibrant finish introduces intrigue and counterpoint by way of smoky, peppery and iodine-like accents, with the cyanic piquancy of fruit pit expressed as penetrating, persistently glowing intensity.