Syncline 2009 Underwood Mountain Vineyard Grüner Veltliner (Columbia Gorge (WA))

Country: US / Underwood Mountain Vineyard
Variety: Grüner Veltliner Washington
Winery: Syncline / Columbia Gorge (WA)

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 acidity and surprising body. All this and low (12.5%) alcohol.