Hungary remains one of the last European wine producing countries yet to be fully appreciated.
"The best-kept secret of the old wine world"
Opening a bottle of Hungarian wine is like uncovering a great historical secret. Luckily for us, the secret is out, and the history is just beginning. One hundred years ago, Hungary was one of the most important wine producers in Europe.
After war and division the nation is bouncing back. Countless small estates have been replanted and cultivated across the country. They are now turning out beautiful wines again – a result of traditional winemaking culture mixed with a modern sensibility.
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Nearly every single language’s word for wine derives from the latin word vinum. There are only three languages whose word for wine does not: Greek (oinos), Turkish (sarap), and Hungarian (bor). Some historians believe this might indicate an early Hungarian connection to winemaking feeding the strong suspicion that Hungarian wine culture predates most of the other wine cultures of Europe.
With 22 wine regions growing hundreds of varietals, the country offers a multitude of great wines to explore, where to start is the only question?
We present to you an exclusive range of Hungarian wine varieties now in the UK.
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FURMINT - (fur - mint)
This week it was International Furmint day. Marking the start of Furmint February.
The unique grape variety has been gaining more and more recognition in the UK, so we felt that now is right time to shine a light on this exceptional grape variety.
Furmint is one of the most exciting grape varieties in the world right now.
One of Hungary’s most important grape varieties, behind the renowned sweet wines of Tokaj.
Mostly grown in the famous region of Tokaj in the North-East, in the foothills of the Carpathian mountains, where volcanic soils make the best wines. The grape can be found towards Somló, (North of Lake Balaton), near the Austro-Hungarian border.
Furmint is a versatile wine with a full-body and an underlying acidity.
The grapes are left to shrivel on the vine late in the season. This encourages the development of the Botrytis cinerea fungus, aka noble rot. The sugar's concentrate and intensify the flavour. – the same process is used in French Sauternes and German Trockenbeerenauslsee
Straw Gold in colour, with a complex flavour, high acidity and distinct sweetness. Smoky flavours of lime peel, ripe apples and pears, light hay with hints of spice.
It’s got it all: the pungent aromatics of Sauvignon Blanc; the richness and oak-friendliness of Chardonnay; the minerality and acidity of Riesling. Somehow it manages to combine all these attributes into one unified whole. Not surprisingly, it is often a pretty intense experience.”
• Private Dining •
Celebrate Valentine's day this year in the comfort of your own home! A real fine dining experience prepared especially for you!
Treat yourself with a unique dining experience, the finest ingredients & exclusive Hungarian wine.
Speak to chef and tailor a menu to suit your choice. Please note, that we have only limited spaces available.
Definitely one of the rarer meats, goat pairs well with a crisp semi dry Furmint.
The Tailored Goat Company is a family business dedicated to producing the highest quality, grass fed goat meat straight from the Cumbrian hills.
The boer goats are free to graze on small paddocks around the farm, their diet is complimented with beef rearing nuts from the local mill.
Goat is low in fat and cholesterol but high in protein and iron - ideal for those living a healthy lifestyle.
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If you are eco conscious and flexible? This delivery option is for you!
Select 'ECOFLEX' at checkout - its that simple!
Join our regular monthly delivery to receive your wine for FREE within 30 days.
Our new delivery service allows you to enjoy delicious Hungarian wine while helping to reduce pollution & protect the environment. We do this by reducing the amount of packaging required & by having our delivery drivers plot the most efficient route.
We now offer FREE DELIVERY our delicious wine in our local area, including:
• Brampton • Penrith • Longtown • Carlisle
Use discount code 'Localfree' at checkout - its that simple!
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