Mount Edward Grüner Veltliner 2017 from Central Otago is a cool‑climate take on Austria’s hallmark white, showing plenty of drive and freshness with a gently textural edge. It’s a dry, fruit‑driven style that still keeps the classic Grüner spice and crunch in play.

In the glass, expect lemon balm, green apple and pear, cucumber and white stonefruit, with floral top notes and a distinct white‑pepper lift. The palate is medium‑weighted but lithe – fresh, high‑energy acidity, a little phenolic grip and a chalky, pithy finish that makes it hugely refreshing and very food‑friendly.

This Mount Edward Grüner Veltliner 2017 is tailor‑made for summer drinking with grilled fish, prawns, Asian salads, schnitzel, asparagus dishes or fresh goat’s cheese. Serve nicely chilled but not icy and enjoy now while that citrus, green‑fruited zip and peppery bite are still front and centre.