It was most widespread in the 1950s because of the introduction at that time of Lenz Moser´s Hochkultur (High Culture) training system. The variety is widely planted today, especially in Lower Austria (Niederösterreich) and northern Burgenland. As an origin-typical DAC wine, this variety has a special rank in several wine-growing regions. While its cultivation decreased by 22% between 1999 and 2009, it still maintains the dominant position in Austria's total vineyard surface area. Grüner Veltliner achieved worldwide awareness and popularity at the end of the last century.
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Grüner Veltliner flavor profile
Grüner Veltliner is the most important autochthonous grape variety in Austria.