In today’s Wine review in the Washington Post Dave McIntyre reviewed the Hasen Sprung Gruner Veltliner. He rated the wine 2 stars (Excellent) and a Great Value. In the review he writes:
“At $15, this crisp Austrian white wine in a liter bottle is a steal. You get a third more wine than regular wine bottles at a very appealing price point.”
Dave McIntyre’s full review on the Hasen Sprung Grüner Veltliner is below and the article can be found at the following link: https://www.washingtonpost.com/food/2024/10/10/gruner-veltliner-austrian-wine-recommendation/
Hasen Sprung Grüner Veltliner 2022 full review from Washington Post:
“Niederösterreich, Austria
Bright, crisp and citrusy, this value-priced grüner in a 1-liter bottle is great for casual sipping and light meals. Alcohol by volume: 12 percent. Bottle weight: 415 grams (Light).
Imported by the Marchetti Co. Distributed locally by DMV Distributing.”
More about Hasen Sprung Grüner Veltliner 2022
The Hasen Sprung Grüner Veltliner 2022 is made from 100% Grüner Veltliner grapes.
Vinification:
Hand-picked grapes are gravity fed from intake to the lower press house, then to the fermentation cellar below. Whole grapes are gently pressed resulting in pure, fresh-fruity wines. The must is fermented with cultured yeast in temperature controlled stainless steel tanks. Bottles are filled without oxygen contact to ensure the wine is fresh and fruit flavors are preserved.
Estate:
Hasen Sprung is produced by Winzer Krems, a growers cooperative located in small picturesque town of Krems, in the heart of the Niederӧsterreich DAC. This famous region is situated in the Danube Valley, 40 miles west of Vienna, and marks the eastern border of one of Europe’s most beautiful river landscapes, the Wacau. Most of the vineyards in Krems rest on sun-exposed primary rock and loess terraces with difficult access. The influence of the river Danube produces a mix of warm air from the South-East and cool air from the North. This micro-climate and the “loess” soil (prehistoric rock), give the wines their distinctive full fruit aroma. Winzer Krems is owned by 880 winegrowers who grow their grapes on nearly 3,000 acres in Krems and the surrounding wine growing regions. The winegrowers observe guidelines for pruning, soil treatment, foliage treatment and pest management. Quality consultants confirm compliance with these guidelines throughout the entire cycle of the wine year.
Tasting Notes
Yellow straw color. Aromas of flowers and peach with white pepper notes. Light to medium bodied and dry, with well-balanced, crisp acidity, and flavors of spice, light herbs and minerals.
Food Pairing
Pair with most lighter meat dishes, especially veal and fish specialties and, of course “Wiener Schnitzel”.
Hasen Sprung Grüner Veltliner is currently available at the following locations:
Frederick Wine House
Hook & Vine Kitchen and Bar
Magothy Wine & Spirits
Milton Liquor
The Fool’s Lantern
Town Center Market
Riverside Liquors
Yes Organic Market #2 – Cleveland Park
Kings Contrivance Liquor Shop
Mount Airy Liquors
Firefly Farms
Longmeadow Wine & Liquor
Greenbelt Co-op
Fireside Deli & Wine Shop
Sherry’s Wine & Spirits
Eastport Liquors
Liquor World – MD
Franks Wine – Wilmington DE
Ottaviani’s Tasting Room
Ristorante Ottaviani
Lakefront Wine & Spirits
Bakers Liquors
Weaver’s Discount Liquors
Ye Old Spirit Shop
Liquor Depot – DE
Old Orchard Liquors
Rosewick Wine & Spirits
Edgewater Liquors
River Hill Wine & Spirits
Pratt Liquor & Convenience
Port of Call
Apple Greene Wine & Spirits
Maple Lawn Wine & Spirits
La Plata Liquors
Vlamis Liquors
Harbor Wine & Spirits LLC
Grape & Grain Wine & Spirits
Valley Wine & Spirits
BEER Wine & Co
Lance’s
Gilly’s
Fine Wine – Gaithersburg, MD
