The Terrace Block and Knoll Block tracked similarly in this cool growing season so both were picked on October 13th, the latest by far and a full month and a half later than the previous year.  Each component was fermented separately with the appropriately named German yeast Veltliner, known to reveal and enhance Grüner’s varietal characteristics of pepper and minerality.  The following spring, the final blend was assembled.  No malolactic fermentation.  Not fined but the wine was filtered just prior to bottling to ensure stability.  Aged in all stainless steel.  Alas, our final Grüner.