Grüner Veltliner 2023, Meinklang

On the nose, this Grüner Veltliner bursts with garden-fresh aromas—green pear, lime zest, and white peach, underscored by jasmine, crushed herbs, and a dash of white pepper. There’s a subtle floral lift, like elderflower and chamomile, with just the faintest touch of flint.

On the palate, it’s clean and precise, with zingy acidity and flavors of crisp apple, underripe melon, and citrus pith. A light, chalky texture adds dimension, while savory herbal notes and classic Grüner spice (hello again, white pepper!) echo through the dry, stony finish. It’s bright, structured, and utterly gulpable—an everyday white with high-minded energy.

About the Winery

In a world of wine factories and manicured vineyards, Meinklang is something else entirely: a thriving polyculture farmstead on the edge of eastern Austria. Located in Pamhagen near the Hungarian border, this family-run estate is a full-blown ecosystem—complete with ancient grains, fruit orchards, forest edges, beehives, and a herd of Angus cattle that roam the pastures and fertilize the vineyards.
What makes Meinklang truly unique is their commitment to biodynamic farming as a way of life, not a marketing label. Every aspect of their operation reflects a deep belief in closed-loop agriculture and ecological balance. The vines coexist with wild herbs, cover crops, and insects. Cows provide natural compost. No herbicides, pesticides, or synthetic fertilizers are allowed. And the energy of the farm is tended through lunar cycles, natural preparations, and good old-fashioned observation.

In the cellar, the wines are made with a similarly gentle hand: native yeasts, minimal sulfur, and nothing added that doesn’t belong. The result? Wines that are alive, expressive, and full of soul. Meinklang’s Grüner Veltliner is a pitch-perfect example—bright, clean, and just a little wild around the edges. Exactly as nature intended.