Hungary
The wines of Hungary have a long and rich history, dating back over a thousand years. The country's unique climate and geography, combined with its winemaking traditions, have resulted in a range of distinctive wines that are gaining recognition worldwide.
One of the most famous Hungarian wines is Tokaji, a sweet wine made from grapes affected by botrytis, a beneficial mould that concentrates the grapes' sugars. Tokaji is known for its rich, honeyed flavors and is often compared to Sauternes from Bordeaux.
Hungary also produces high-quality dry white wines, including Furmint and Hárslevelű. These wines are known for their crisp acidity and mineral flavors and are often compared to the wines of Austria and Germany.
Hungarian winemakers are known for their use of traditional winemaking techniques, including aging wines in oak barrels and using indigenous grape varieties. This approach results in wines with unique flavors and aromas that are distinctive to the region. Leading producers in this country include Kiralyudvar, Oremus and Royal Tokaji, all of which produce a range of exceptional dry wine and noble rot sweet wine.
Hungary
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Tokaj | 2 | 96 (WE) |
Inc. TAX
€289.73 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Gold reflections glimmer in this amber-colored sweet wine that has aromas of apricot, yellow peach and Bartlett pear. The palate shows flavors of acacia honey, canned apricot and Anjou pear. The finish has enough acidity to stand up to the sweetness. |
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Tokaj | 3 | 93 (DC) |
Inc. TAX
€183.18 |
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Decanter (93)Facing south and southwest, the Nyulászó vineyard features brown and yellow clay soil. Minerality sets the tone of this 2016 dry Furmint, with struck match, ripe peaches, honeysuckle and dusty dried apricot aromas. The palate is explosive, warm and spicy, with layers of citrus, dried apricot, fig, melon and hints of white pepper, refreshed by a solid backbone of acidity. The concentrated flavours follow all the way to the lingering finish, complex and sophisticated. |
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Tokaj | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€787.73 |
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1 x 50cl each of the following selection:
More Info
Royal Tokaji Blue Label 5 Puttonyos 2016 | 17.5+/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Aszu Tokaji Gold Label 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 17+/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Szt Tamas First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 18++/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Mezes Maly Great First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 18.5++/20 Jancis Robinosn Royal Tokaji Betsek First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 18+/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Nyulaszo First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 17+/20 Jancis Robinson |
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Tokaj | 1 | - |
Inc. TAX
€709.14 |
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The Szepsy Szamorodni 2016, an upstanding ambassador of Hungary's celebrated wine-making tradition, hails from the meticulously cultivated Szepsy vineyards of the renowned Tokaj region. Renowned winemaker, István Szepsy, employs low-intervention techniques, allowing the distinctiveness of each vintage to express itself. The Szepsy Szamorodni 2016, with its assemblage of primarily Furmint and Harslevelu grapes, is nurtured on mineral-rich volcanic soil. This illustrious wine reflects a perfect harmony of sweetness and tang, adding layers of complexity to a precise, focused palate. Notes of white peach, honeyed fig, and gentle oak fuse seamlessly, rebounding with hints of zesty tangerine and a subtle minerality. The elegance of its clean, linear acidity and unique textural depth mesmerizes the connoisseur. Embodying Szepsy's philosophy of balance, respect for nature, and mastery over craft, the Szepsy Szamorodni 2016 stands as a testament to the remarkable potential of Tokaj white wines. Each bottle encapsulates a memorable year and the essence of an esteemed Hungarian terroir. |
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Tokaj | 2 | 96 (WE) |
In Bond
€229.00 |
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Wine Enthusiast (96)Gold reflections glimmer in this amber-colored sweet wine that has aromas of apricot, yellow peach and Bartlett pear. The palate shows flavors of acacia honey, canned apricot and Anjou pear. The finish has enough acidity to stand up to the sweetness. |
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Tokaj | 3 | 93 (DC) |
In Bond
€134.00 |
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Decanter (93)Facing south and southwest, the Nyulászó vineyard features brown and yellow clay soil. Minerality sets the tone of this 2016 dry Furmint, with struck match, ripe peaches, honeysuckle and dusty dried apricot aromas. The palate is explosive, warm and spicy, with layers of citrus, dried apricot, fig, melon and hints of white pepper, refreshed by a solid backbone of acidity. The concentrated flavours follow all the way to the lingering finish, complex and sophisticated. |
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Tokaj | 1 | - |
In Bond
€644.00 |
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1 x 50cl each of the following selection:
More Info
Royal Tokaji Blue Label 5 Puttonyos 2016 | 17.5+/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Aszu Tokaji Gold Label 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 17+/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Szt Tamas First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 18++/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Mezes Maly Great First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 18.5++/20 Jancis Robinosn Royal Tokaji Betsek First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 18+/20 Jancis Robinson Royal Tokaji Nyulaszo First Growth 6 Puttonyos 2016 | 17+/20 Jancis Robinson |
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Tokaj | 1 | - |
In Bond
€576.00 |
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The Szepsy Szamorodni 2016, an upstanding ambassador of Hungary's celebrated wine-making tradition, hails from the meticulously cultivated Szepsy vineyards of the renowned Tokaj region. Renowned winemaker, István Szepsy, employs low-intervention techniques, allowing the distinctiveness of each vintage to express itself. The Szepsy Szamorodni 2016, with its assemblage of primarily Furmint and Harslevelu grapes, is nurtured on mineral-rich volcanic soil. This illustrious wine reflects a perfect harmony of sweetness and tang, adding layers of complexity to a precise, focused palate. Notes of white peach, honeyed fig, and gentle oak fuse seamlessly, rebounding with hints of zesty tangerine and a subtle minerality. The elegance of its clean, linear acidity and unique textural depth mesmerizes the connoisseur. Embodying Szepsy's philosophy of balance, respect for nature, and mastery over craft, the Szepsy Szamorodni 2016 stands as a testament to the remarkable potential of Tokaj white wines. Each bottle encapsulates a memorable year and the essence of an esteemed Hungarian terroir. |