The 2023 Burn Cottage Riesling/ Grüner Veltliner is an intriguing Central Otago white blend that brings together the vibrant acidity of Riesling with the textural complexity and spice of Grüner Veltliner. Produced by Burn Cottage, one of New Zealand’s most respected biodynamic estates, this wine offers a distinctive cool-climate expression with both freshness and depth. The nose is aromatic and lifted, revealing notes of lime zest, green apple and white peach alongside hints of white pepper, citrus blossom and wet stone minerality.
On the palate, it is light to medium-bodied with bright natural acidity and a beautifully textured mouthfeel. Flavours of lemon, pear and crisp orchard fruits are layered with subtle herbal notes and Grüner’s characteristic savoury spice. The wine balances fruit purity with mineral tension, creating a focused and refreshing style that finishes long, dry and precise with lingering citrus and spice notes.
Ben’s Recommendation: At Wine More Cellars, this is a fantastic choice for customers looking to explore something beyond traditional Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Gris. The combination of Riesling’s freshness and Grüner Veltliner’s texture makes it a highly versatile food wine, pairing beautifully with fresh seafood, grilled prawns, pork dishes, Asian-inspired cuisine and vegetable-based meals. Best enjoyed well chilled over the next 3–6 years while its vibrant fruit, mineral character and freshness remain at their peak.
