Karl is a markedly high vineyard (280 � 340 m. in elevation), cultivated in terraces or gentle slopes. The soil is composed of loess and Schotte (an agglomeration of yellow gravel and sand) which yields a wine of startling vigour for such a moderate frame. All the expected spring-green GV notes are there, but the fervid spiciness of the palate is disarming. A lovely sublimated fruit-sweetness combines with perfect acidity to create a textbook, mid-weight, dry Veltliner that you can take to the bank.