TASTING NOTES FOR Jules Taylor Grüner Veltliner Marlborough New Zealand 2022

🍷 Appearance
Pale straw with green hues. Bright and clear, showing freshness and vibrancy in the glass.

👃 Aromas
Delicately perfumed with pear, apple and white peach, layered with citrus, fennel and almond notes. Subtle hints of white pepper and spice add classic Grüner character.

👅 Palate
Textural and expressive, delivering flavours of pear, apple, white peach and citrus with nuances of macadamia, sesame and spice. A hallmark thread of white pepper runs through the palate, adding interest and varietal definition.

🍈 Texture & Finish
Smooth and layered with a gently creamy texture balanced by fresh, natural acidity. The finish is dry, long and refreshing with lingering citrus, spice and a subtle nutty edge.

🍇 Overall Style
A modern Marlborough Grüner—aromatic, textural and food-friendly. Combines bright fruit with savoury spice and a dry, mineral-leaning finish, sitting beautifully between Riesling and Pinot Gris in style.

🍽️ Food Pairing
Perfect with seafood, especially grilled fish, prawns or calamari, as well as pork dishes, dumplings and fresh vegetarian cuisine. Also excellent with lightly spiced Asian dishes.

🥂 BBD Verdict
A brilliant alternative white—fresh, textural and just a little bit different. Ideal for mixed dozens when you want something interesting yet highly drinkable.

Cheers
Peter Turnbull
Better Buy The Dozen 🍷