Dheilan Williams

9.1

Beautiful crisp minerality and light sanility helps cover some of the extra sugar on the front end. Wonderful to drink especially when served extra cold to tamp the sugars back. Great gentle nose. — 3 months ago

Craig Lobban

9.2

Liked it a lot. Well balanced. Nice and dry — 3 months ago

Jessica Cansler

9.0

Bright, acidic lemony and tasty! Would get again — 7 months ago

Rufus King

8.9

Delicious Grüner Veltiner, served while watching the Celtics in the NBA Finals at The Pilot House, Kennebunk, ME, also at Coastal Alchemist wine bar, Ogunquit — a year ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.2

Winzer Krems – Grüner Veltliner – Chremisa Edition
Lower Austria (Niederösterreich), Austria 🇦🇹

Overview
Created in 1995 to honor the 1,000-year anniversary of the City of Krems (first recorded in 995 AD), the Chremisa Edition has become a flagship expression of Austrian Grüner Veltliner. It shows why this grape, deeply rooted in Lower Austria, is revered worldwide: structured, spicy, mineral-driven, and endlessly food-friendly.

Aromas & Flavors
Bright aromas of grapefruit, honeysuckle, and orchard blossoms, lifted by Grüner’s signature white pepper note. On the palate, it’s refreshing yet layered, with citrus zest, green apple, and a mineral streak that gives precision and elegance.

Mouthfeel
Medium-bodied, lively, and perfectly balanced. Acidity cleanses and recalibrates the palate, while a subtle spiciness adds dimension. Crisp yet textured, finishing long with finesse.

Winemaking Notes
Produced under the Sandgrube 13 label of Winzer Krems, one of Austria’s most historic cooperatives. Grapes are sourced from vineyards along the Danube with loess and primary rock soils, ideal for showcasing Grüner’s minerality. Stainless-steel vinification preserves freshness and typicity.

Food Pairing
An all-rounder: pairs beautifully with schnitzel, roast chicken, or veal; also great with baked mushrooms, Asian cuisine, or tangy vinaigrette salads. Can be enjoyed as an aperitif or even as a “meditation wine” on its own.

Verdict
A timeless Grüner — layered, spicy, refreshing — bridging Austria’s thousand-year wine heritage with today’s palate.

📚 Educational Sidebar – Austria’s Grüner Legacy
Grüner Veltliner is Austria’s signature white grape, covering nearly one-third of all vineyards. Famous for its peppery spice, bright acidity, and food-pairing versatility, it thrives in regions like Kremstal, Kamptal, and Wachau. Look for styles ranging from light “Steinfeder” to powerful, age-worthy “Smaragd” in Wachau classifications. — 3 months ago

Jill Ibarra

9.0

Crisp, mildly dry. Hints citrus. — a year ago

Michelle M

9.0

Refreshing but not too tart; grapefruit zest, tangerine pith, fresh almonds, chamomile flowers, dried apricot, zippy lingering fresh ginger spice on nose and palate. Gets more interesting outta the fridge on the second day, the apricot more pronounced in the bouquet with a hint of honeysuckle and a whiff of cotton candy; palate is mellower and fruitier. Would buy again — 2 years ago

Jess

8.9

Pale lemon color.
Aromas are muted, but warm & pleasant. Some notes of spice and autolysis.
Dry. Flavors of yellow plum, apricot, subtle citrus, warm spice, soft minerality.

Intensity: 3/5
Complexity: 3/5
Balance: 4/5
Finish: 4/5 — 3 months ago

Freddy R. Troya

9.0

Winzer Krems Grüner Veltliner – Kellermeister Privat
Kremstal DAC, Austria 🇦🇹

Overview
A classic Grüner Veltliner from the Kremstal DAC, one of Austria’s benchmark regions for this varietal. Known for its cool climate and mineral-rich soils along the Danube, Kremstal consistently produces bright, crisp, and ultra-refreshing Grüners with excellent typicity.

Aromas & Flavors
Vivid notes of pear, green apple, and citrus zest, lifted by the grape’s signature white pepper spice. There’s also a subtle herbal undertone that rounds out the freshness.

Mouthfeel
Light to medium-bodied, with zippy acidity that keeps it lively and food-friendly. A faint touch of tannin adds structure without weighing it down. Clean, dry, and palate-reviving.

Winemaking Notes
Produced under Winzer Krems’ Kellermeister Privat label, which emphasizes classic varietal expression. Stainless steel fermentation preserves brightness and minerality, keeping the wine fresh and precise.

Food Pairing
Perfect with fresh salads, grilled vegetables, or seafood. A natural companion to spicy Asian dishes thanks to its crisp acidity, or simply enjoy it chilled on a warm day.

Verdict
A textbook Grüner Veltliner that embodies everything people love about the style: refreshing, balanced, and versatile. A great palate “reset” wine, ideal for everyday enjoyment or pairing across cuisines. 📚 Educational Sidebar – Austria’s DAC System
Austria uses DAC (Districtus Austriae Controllatus) to certify quality wines tied to specific terroirs — much like France’s AOC. Kremstal DAC, where this wine hails from, is known for fruit-forward Grüner Veltliner and Riesling with lively minerality and freshness. — 4 months ago

Rufus King

9.0

Clean, crisp Grüner Veltliner, enjoyed before dinner in Brooklyn Heights (Grenada Wines) — a year ago