Ecker Gruner Veltliner 2007 Hailed as "Next Great White Wine"

Wine writer praises the Austrian white wine's stony minerality and floral notes.

Published on Feb. 15, 2026

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Wine writer Randy Fuller recently sampled the 2007 Ecker Gruner Veltliner at the Veranda Room in Santa Monica, California, and praised the Austrian white wine's stony minerality and floral qualities that complemented its tartness. Fuller noted the wine's nice acidity, suggesting it would pair well with food beyond just porch or patio sipping.

Why it matters

Gruner Veltliner has been generating significant buzz in recent years as the "next great white wine," and this review provides insight into the specific characteristics and versatility of the 2007 Ecker bottling that make it an appealing option for wine drinkers.

The details

Fuller tried the Ecker Gruner Veltliner 2007 at the Veranda Room at the Casa del Mar Hotel in Santa Monica, where a glass costs $10. He noted the wine's stony minerality and floral qualities on the nose and palate, which he said complemented rather than competed with the wine's tartness. Fuller also highlighted the wine's nice acidity, suggesting it would pair well with food beyond just being a porch or patio sipper.

  • The wine tasting took place recently at the Veranda Room in Santa Monica, California.

The players

Randy Fuller

A wine writer who recently sampled the 2007 Ecker Gruner Veltliner.

Ecker

The producer of the 2007 Gruner Veltliner wine that Fuller reviewed.

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What they’re saying

“Hailed as "the next great white wine" for several years now, with the drumbeats really rolling lately, Gruner Veltliner certainly brings a lot to the table.”

— Randy Fuller, Wine writer (nowandzin.com)

The takeaway

This review highlights the growing popularity and versatility of Gruner Veltliner, an Austrian white wine variety that is gaining recognition as a high-quality and food-friendly option for wine drinkers.