Tall bottle of natural wine against a green mossy background
Two women winemakers stand in front of wine barrels
Tall bottle of natural wine against a green mossy background
Two women winemakers stand in front of wine barrels

Landmass Grüner Veltliner

$27.00
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Underwood Mountain > Columbia Gorge > WA

Grüner Veltliner, 2022

Made with love by two women in love - the 2022 Landmass Gruner Veltliner is not to be missed! It comes from two different organic sites on Underwood Mountain, an extinct volcano on the Washington side of the Gorge. Thanks to huge winds and fertile, volcanic soil, this fruit shines unmistakably. Being that this varietal ripens late, this fruit was picked right as the threat of rain and snow hit the Gorge in late October. Clinging onto its acids and aromatics, the ABV of this wine remains a crushably light 11.8%. Giving it refined texture, this wine was made in 25% Hungarian oak, 50% neutral French oak and 25% stainless steel. Hooray for queer-made wine!

Underwood Mountain > Columbia Gorge > WA

Grüner Veltliner, 2022

Made with love by two women in love - the 2022 Landmass Gruner Veltliner is not to be missed! It comes from two different organic sites on Underwood Mountain, an extinct volcano on the Washington side of the Gorge. Thanks to huge winds and fertile, volcanic soil, this fruit shines unmistakably. Being that this varietal ripens late, this fruit was picked right as the threat of rain and snow hit the Gorge in late October. Clinging onto its acids and aromatics, the ABV of this wine remains a crushably light 11.8%. Giving it refined texture, this wine was made in 25% Hungarian oak, 50% neutral French oak and 25% stainless steel. Hooray for queer-made wine!

Grape: 100% Grüner Veltliner

ABV: 11.8%

The Story: Melaney Schmidt and Malia Myers fell in love with winemaking while interning at Illahe Vineyards- so much so that they relocated from Los Angeles up to Oregon’s Willamette Valley/Portland area. They have since relocated to a facility in Cascade Locks right along the mighty Columbia River. The two of them are navigating the queer community in the Pacific Northwest, as well as the wild and weird winemaking enclave along the west coast. They have been involved in numerous collaborations with winemakers in a few different states and even apiarists to use honey in a sparkling wine. Melaney and Malia make intriguing wines with some unexpected blends, and specialize in sparkling wines, producing bubbles four different methods! Above and beyond, they are seeking to showcase the amazing viticulture of the Gorge, their passion and love for craft, as well as each other shining through,

Personality: This PNW Gruner Veltliner really highlights the Landmass’ skill at producing bright white wines. With its aromatic profile leaning into notes of jasmine, lemon-lime citrus, crisp peach, and spring grass, this wine bears more resemblance to a Sauvignon Blanc than a Pinot Gris. These notes continue on the palate, alongside passionfruit curd, more tart stone fruit, white pepper, and a lasting crispness on the finish.

Harmony: This wine’s flavors and freshness won’t shy away from a crunchy radish salad, the complexity of spiced Thai or Indian curries, or even richer foods like fried chicken and crispy gnocchi.