Moderation: Willi Balanjuk

This masterclass by the Regional Wine Committee Weinviertel showcases the evolution and diversity of Weinviertel _DAC – the always-authentic Grüner Veltliner from the Weinviertel – through a range of exciting perspectives.
“A la Carte” wine editor-in-chief Willi Balanjuk traces the arc from the sensational 2025 vintage, bursting with fresh fruit and peppery spice, to the key factors that shape Grüner Veltliner’s style — and even the question of whether Grüner Veltliner might have a feminine side.
In the tasting, Balanjuk also highlights the impressive diversity of interpretations of the variety through “Hidden Treasures” from estates that have been working at the highest level for years, yet are not continuously in the media spotlight. The finale, naturally, is Weinviertel _DAC Reserve: a category with enormous potential and depth.