Longview Macclesfield Grüner Veltliner 2023

Longview is a stunning family owned Australian vineyard located just outside the historic township of Macclesfield in the Adelaide Hills. Set on undulating slopes reminiscent of old-world estates but unmistakably Australian, it has quickly established itself as one of the most awarded vineyards since its 2001 inaugural vintage.

Longview is one of the first vineyards in Australia to plant Grüner Veltliner and is planted to three different Austrian clones (HHW 2, HHW 3 and Iby) – all on own roots. Now the vines are 11 years old, we are noticing fantastic fruit quality through the vineyard with consistent bunches and well controlled vigour.

2023 was a very cool vintage with intermittent rainfall, prolonging the ripening period, enabling good fruit flavor development without high sugars. The Longview team worked very hard in the vineyard ensuring good airflow and bunch positioning to help ripen evenly. Most varietals were harvested much later than most years however this ensured fruit flavour and balance. Whilst the yield was down across the board, 2023 will be remembered as an excellent vintage which should age magnificently.

Tasting Profile

Aroma:

Apple, Celery Salt, Lemon

Palate:

Lemon, Mineral, White Pepper

Food Pairings:

Asian

Shellfish

Spicy