2024 Shy Susan Gruner Veltliner

A hauntingly precise and distinctively characterful Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner — crisp and mineral-driven, with white pepper spice, citrus zest and the extraordinary cool-climate tension and finesse that makes Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner one of Australia's rarest and most exciting alternative white wine expressions.

Shy by name, anything but shy by nature — 95 points and one of Tasmania's most extraordinary white wine expressions at $40.

95 Points – Campbell Mattinson

Tasmania, Australia

$40 a bottle
Cool-Climate • Grüner Veltliner • Shy Susan • Tasmania

"A hauntingly precise and distinctively characterful Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner — crisp and mineral-driven, with white pepper spice, citrus zest and the extraordinary cool-climate tension and finesse that makes this one of Australia's rarest and most exciting alternative white wine expressions."

Tasting Notes

Appearance:
Pale straw with green highlights — bright, luminous and pristine.

Aroma:
Crisp and distinctive with:

• white pepper spice — Grüner Veltliner's signature character
• citrus zest and grapefruit
• white peach and stone fruit
• fine mineral, herbs and subtle floral lift

Cool-climate Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner at its most pure and expressive — the white pepper spice and mineral precision of Austria's greatest white grape translated into a Tasmanian context with extraordinary finesse and cool-climate tension.

Palate:
Medium-bodied with fine texture, vibrant acidity and extraordinary length.
Expect flavours of:

• white pepper spice and citrus zest
• grapefruit, white peach and stone fruit
• fine mineral and herbal complexity
• crisp, vibrant acidity
• fresh acidity delivering precision, tension and extraordinary length

The wine delivers citrus freshness with distinctive white pepper spice, combining Grüner Veltliner's signature character with Tasmania's extraordinary cool-climate precision and the mineral tension that defines great Tasmanian alternative white wine.

Finish:
Long and precise with lingering white pepper, citrus zest, fine mineral and refreshing acidity.

Critical Acclaim

95pts – Campbell Mattinson

About Shy Susan Grüner Veltliner

Shy Susan is a boutique Tasmanian producer crafting wines of extraordinary cool-climate character and precision from Tasmania's unique terroir. Grüner Veltliner — Austria's signature white grape — is genuinely rare in Australia, and Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner is rarer still. Tasmania's cool maritime climate and long growing season are a natural fit for this variety, producing wines of extraordinary white pepper spice, citrus precision and mineral finesse that rival the finest expressions from the Wachau and Kamptal. Shy by name, anything but shy by nature.

It represents:

• rare and distinctive cool-climate Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner from a celebrated boutique producer
• one of Australia's most exciting and characterful alternative white wine expressions
• outstanding value for a 95-point, food-friendly Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner

Wine Details

• Vintage: 2024
• Variety: Grüner Veltliner
• Region: Tasmania, Australia
• Producer: Shy Susan
• Serving Temperature: 8–12°C
• Cellaring: Drink now – 2030

Food Pairings

• Wiener Schnitzel
• Grilled white fish
• Asparagus with hollandaise
• Soft cheeses
• Sushi and sashimi
• Herb-crusted chicken

Why We Love It

This is hauntingly precise, distinctively characterful Tasmanian Grüner Veltliner from one of the island's most exciting boutique producers.
At $40, it delivers 95-point Campbell Mattinson quality and a white wine experience that is genuinely unlike anything else in the Australian market.

A must-have for lovers of crisp, mineral-driven alternative whites and great-value Tasmanian wine.