COLOUR
White
TYPE
Dessert
VINTAGE
2021
GRAPE
Furmint, Hárslevelű, Kabar, Kövérszölö, Zéta, Sárgamuskotály
PRODUCER
Grand Tokaj
REGION
Tokaj
CHARACTERISTICS
Body
Full
Sweetness
Sweet
Acidity
Medium - High
Finish
Long
Intensity
Pronounced
AROMAS & FLAVOURS
ABOUT THIS WINE
The Grand Tokaj Szamorodni 2021 is a sweet white wine from Hungary's Tokaj region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Produced by Grand Tokaj, the largest winery in the area, this wine is made using the traditional Szamorodni style, which involves harvesting entire grape clusters. This method naturally includes both healthy and botrytized berries, contributing to the wine's nuanced character. The winery's commitment lies in preserving and promoting the rich winemaking heritage of Tokaj, with a philosophy focused on joyful and positive winemaking.
ALCOHOL
10.5%
AVG. PRICE
€7
STYLE
Classic
SULPHITES
NO
When to drink
Now or Later
Ideal temperature
10-12°C
INTERESTING FACTS
Fact 01
Szamorodni means 'as it comes' in Polish, reflecting its whole-bunch harvest method.
Fact 02
Grand Tokaj is the largest winery in the historic Tokaj region.
Fact 03
The wine is aged in Hungarian oak barrels.
Fact 04
The 2021 vintage won Gold and Grand Gold at the Asia Wine Trophy.
FOOD PAIRING
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WINE MAKING PROCESS
The production of Grand Tokaj Szamorodni involves a distinctive whole-bunch harvesting technique, where entire grape clusters are used, naturally incorporating both healthy and botrytized berries. This method, known as 'Szamorodni,' translates to 'as it comes' in Polish. Following harvest, the must is soaked overnight and then cold-settled for a day after pressing. The wine then undergoes an aging process of over a year in Hungarian oak barrels, maturing in the winery's underground cellars. This approach aims to preserve the traditional character and complexity inherent to Tokaj wines.
