Medium green-yellow. Discreet apricot over herbal spice on the nose. Balanced and elegant, with a riesling-like acidic structure; indeed, this could easily be used at the table in place of riesling. This sharply chiseled veltliner displays pure and focused yellow fruits, and communicates its variety in its spicy, long, refreshing finish, which features a flavor of freshly ground white peppercorn. Drink now to 2009.