The tobacco-leaf, dried-herb and baked-lemon aromas pour from the glass. Then comes the ripe and rather succulent palate, where a touch of tannin accentuates the citrusy freshness at the striking finish.
This white grape is widely grown in Austria, Czech Republic and Slovakia. As a wine, it is food friendly and has beaten top Chardonnays in blind tastings. It compares to a white Burgundy in richness and texture, and offers an exotic alternative to Sauvignon Blanc.