The 2023 Hahndorf Hill Reserve Grüner Veltliner is a refined Adelaide Hills white wine that showcases the depth, texture and ageing potential of this Austrian variety in a cool-climate Australian setting. Crafted from hand-harvested fruit, the wine was wild-fermented in seasoned French oak and matured on lees, creating a layered and savoury expression with impressive precision and balance. The nose is complex and expressive, revealing aromas of peach, nectarine skin, citrus peel and white flowers alongside subtle spice, crushed herbs and fine mineral notes.
On the palate, it is medium-bodied and richly textured with vibrant acidity, delivering flavours of yellow stone fruit, lime, toasted almond and delicate white pepper. The finish is long, savoury and finely structured, with mineral freshness carrying through the wine.
Ben’s Recommendation:
At Wine More Cellars, this is an excellent Grüner Veltliner for customers who enjoy textured, savoury-driven whites with complexity and strong food-pairing versatility. Widely recognised as one of Australia’s leading examples of the variety, it combines richness with freshness and structure. Drinking beautifully now and capable of evolving further over the next 7–10 years. Ideal with roast pork, scallops, grilled seafood, white meats or mushroom-based dishes.
