The 2004 Gruner Veltliner Smaragd Kreutles offers lovely aromas of iris and beet root. On the palate, this medium-bodied, but quite dense, and attractively satin-textured Gruner Veltliner offers low-toned flavors of nutty richness and cooked beets. It takes a surprisingly bright, invigoratingly salty turn in the finish, along with satisfying, savory nuttiness. Importer: Vin Divino, Chicago, IL; tel. (773) 334-6700