Hugl Wimmer Gruner Veltliner Classic, Niederosterreich, Austria

From sunlit slopes in Poysdorf comes the 2023 Hugl Wimmer Grüner Veltliner Classic, a wine that captures the energy of Austria’s flagship grape in its purest form. Crisp orchard fruits, delicate florals, and a fine mineral edge weave together into a refreshing and balanced expression that is both lively and versatile.

Product Details:

• Varietal: 100% Grüner Veltliner
• Alcohol by Volume: 13.0%
• Residual Sugar: 4.8 g/L
• Acidity: 5.9 g/L
• Vinification: Fermented and matured in stainless steel; aged on the lees for 2–6 months
• Closure: Screw cap
• Owners: Martin & Sylvia Hugl 

Sensory Description:

Bright and inviting on the nose, this Grüner Veltliner shows delicate aromas of wildflowers, citrus, and green pear. The palate is juicy and medium-bodied, with layers of crisp apple, greengage plum, and subtle minerality. A firm acid backbone keeps the wine fresh and radiant, while the long finish carries hints of spice and orchard fruit. Distinctive and food-friendly, it’s a lively take on Austria’s signature varietal.

Awards & Accolades:

• Bronze Medal – 2023 Vintage, awarded 2024, International Wine & Spirit Competition
• 90 Points – Jeb Dunnuck (July 2024): “Terrific, with a bright, juicy, incredibly refreshing style delivering ample richness and texture. Citrus, honeyed flowers, mint, and a kiss of minerality all define the aromatics, and it's a smoking little white that readers will love.”
  

Winemaker's Background:

Weingut HuglWimmer is a family-run estate in Ketzelsdorf-Poysdorf, Austria. Founded in 2006 when Martin Hugl and Sylvia Wimmer combined their winemaking knowledge and family vineyards, the winery grew into its modern form in 2013 with the merging of both estates. Their 30 hectares of vineyards sit within a two-kilometer radius of the town, planted on south- and southwest-facing hillsides with soils ranging from sandy loam to deep loess. This patchwork of terroirs allows the HuglWimmer family to craft Grüner Veltliners of balance, elegance, and typicity.

Serving Suggestions:

Serve well-chilled at 10–12 °C in a white wine glass. Its freshness and subtle spice make it a natural partner for Wiener Schnitzel, grilled fish, sushi, sashimi, and shellfish. It also pairs beautifully with light salads, fresh cheeses, and seasonal vegetables.

2023 Hugl Wimmer Grüner Veltliner Classic is a radiant example of Austria’s signature white wine, bright, mineral-driven, and crafted with precision by a family dedicated to terroir and tradition.