Reustle-Prayer Rock Vineyards 2022 Estate Selection Hefeabzug Grüner Veltliner, Umpqua Valley $34

Stephen Reustle’s expression of Grüner Veltliner that spends time on the lees — hefeabzug translates to yeast-aged — offers scents of sea breeze, crushed oyster shells, timothy hay and Mandarin orange peel, leading to a palate filled with a melange of citrus, slate and Granny Smith apple. Reustle’s success in the vineyard and the following for his program has paved the way for him to essentially double production of the Hefeabzug from the 2020 vintage. Qualifying awards: Critics Challenge (best of class), Sunset International (gold), Cascadia International (gold)

Rating: Double Platinum • 99 points

Production: 533 cases

Alcohol: 13.1%

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