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2024 Domane Wachau Gruner Veltliner "Federspiel Terrassen"

Domane Wachau 2024 Federspiel Terrassen Gruner Veltliner

Winery: Domane Wachau

Vintage: 2024

Wine Name/Vineyard: "Federspiel Terrassen"

Wine Category: Gruner Veltliner

Grape blend: 100% Gruner Veltliner

Bottle size: 750 ml

Region: Wachau

State or country: Austria

Price: $19

Cases produced: 25,000

KWG Score: 89 (based on 4 reviews)

Ken's Wine Rating: Very Good+ (90)

Review date: August 28, 2026

Wine Review: A delicious dry Gruner Veltliner from the Wachau Valley in Austria, this straw-colored wine starts with aromas of green apple, kumquat, ginger, Galia melon and fresh green herbs. It is medium bodied with medium-plus acidity on the palate. The mouthfeel is balanced, zesty, silky smooth, and fresh. There are flavors of green apple, spicy white pepper, crushed stone, and white peach, along with notes of lime zest, honeydew melon and green herbs. The finish is refreshing and long. Serve well chilled with Vietnamese spring rolls. - Mark

Winemaker Notes: Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Terrassen is a real benchmark wine from Wachau. The wine offers distinctive aromas of green apple, white pepper, hints of mango and delicate herbal notes. This Federspiel is a classic example of Grüner Veltliner with its medium-body crisp acidity, juicy fruits, and white spice on the finish. The name Federspiel is derived from falconry which was a very popular leisure time activity among the nobility in medieval times. The falcon stands for the remarkable elegance of these dry white wines. Serve well chilled. Grüner Veltliner Federspiel Terrassen ideally accompanies Austrian cuisine such as a crispy cordon bleu or schnitzel.

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