The 2025 Longview Macclesfield Grüner Veltliner is a vibrant and beautifully textural Adelaide Hills white that showcases why Longview has become one of Australia’s leading producers of this Austrian variety. Sourced from a cool, breezy south-facing slope planted with three Austrian Grüner clones, the wine is fermented cool in stainless steel and bottled young to preserve freshness, spice and purity. The dry 2025 vintage delivered exceptional fruit concentration and bright natural acidity, resulting in a Grüner with remarkable energy, precision and food-friendly appeal.
The nose reveals green apple, pear and lime zest layered with white pepper, fresh herbs and delicate floral notes. On the palate, it is light, crisp and beautifully textured with vibrant acidity and a fine mineral edge that gives the wine freshness and drive. Layers of citrus, crunchy orchard fruit and subtle savoury spice unfold with purity and balance, finishing dry, zesty and mouthwatering with classic Grüner freshness and peppery lift. Critics praised the wine’s crunchy acidity, texture and food-pairing versatility, with Halliday awarding 95 points for the 2025 release.
Ben’s Recommendation:
The 2025 Longview Macclesfield Grüner Veltliner is a fresh, spicy and seriously refreshing white — vibrant, textural and packed with cool-climate charm. Perfect with schnitzel, sashimi, oysters, spicy Asian dishes, grilled vegetables or fresh seafood. Serve well chilled and enjoy young for maximum freshness and energy.
