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Syncline Underwood Mountain Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Columbia Gorge (WA))

Syncline

Columbia Gorge (WA) · Washington Other · United States

Fact sheet

Type
Other
Grape
Grüner Veltliner
Country
United States
Region
Columbia Gorge (WA) · Washington Other
Appellation
Columbia Gorge (WA)
Alcohol
12.5%
Body
medium
Acidity
high
Sweetness
dry

Food pairing

shellfish · seafood · saladas cítricas · carpaccios · sushi · ceviche

Rated vintages

  • 201288 pts

    One of the few varietal bottlings produced in the state, this concrete-fermented wine brings notes of straw, wet stone, herbs and citrus zest. It's tart and mouthwatering with lemony acidity and a textured feel, screaming out for shellfish to be served alongside it.

  • 201089 pts

    Showing excellent varietal character, this light, textural, delicately spicy white wine is finished at just 12.8% alcohol, yet remains quite dry. There is a pleasing saltiness to the mouthfeel, almost like an Albariño, and the finish is crisp and nicely detailed.

  • 200990 pts

    Far and away the best yet from this five-year-old site, Syncline's 2009 GV is a remarkable wine. While retaining clear varietal character—light pepper, green herb, and a floral/citrus palate—it brings the vivid brightness of Washington fruit into play, along with a searing acidi…