Hungary is celebrated for its distinctive and historic wines, with a wine culture that dates back centuries. The most famous Hungarian wine is Tokaji, particularly Tokaji Aszú, a revered dessert wine made from grapes affected by noble rot (Botrytis cinerea), resulting in a luscious, honeyed sweetness balanced by vibrant acidity. Furmint, the primary grape in Tokaji, also produces excellent dry wines with high acidity and complex flavors of green apple, pear, and minerality. Another notable white variety is Hárslevelű, which offers floral and spicy characteristics. Hungary’s red wines are also gaining recognition, particularly from regions like Eger and Villány. Egri Bikavér, known as “Bull’s Blood,” is a robust blend typically dominated by Kékfrankos (Blaufränkisch) and other local varieties, delivering rich, spicy, and earthy flavors. Villány is renowned for its full-bodied reds, often made from Bordeaux varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Cabernet Franc, showcasing ripe fruit and structured tannins. Hungary’s diverse wine regions and commitment to quality make it a compelling destination for wine enthusiasts.
Extremely dark, almost black core with purple tinges at the rim. The slow moving legs indicate high viscosity. Amazing complexity with saline, mineral notes intermingling with fruit and sweet spices. The palate is dominated by aromas of plums, raspberries and sour cherries complemented by notes of dark chocolate and coffee. This is an energetic wine with the suave acidity highlighting the ripe fruit. Firm tannins provide structure and longevity. A wine with great potential for bottle ageing.
RIPENESS: Well drinkable also now, but it will reach its peak expectedly cca. 2031-2036.
It moves judiciously in the glass with young purple and deep burgundy reflexes, and as soon as it catches its breath, black and red berries and spices bring excitement. Blackberries, blackcurrants, cherries, all appear with ripe notes reminiscent of sunshine. Still young, its complexity is developing, but in addition to the fruits, cloves, roasted coffee, fine cedar and limestone minerals give the sip a more serious character. The tannins radiate strength, yet they exude a wonderful elegance. Thick, substantial, nice and clean, a truly Barren style!
RIPENESS: Well drinkable also now, but it will reach its peak expectedly cca. 2030-2035.
Opens with cold notes, mainly blackberry and ripe forest berries. Cinnamon, coffee and a hint of clove in the nose which make the characteristic more amazing. All these concentrate in an aromatic sip when tasting. Elegance given by the sweet barrel spices and the vibrant, fruity structure of the vintage show nice balance. Ripe aromas and fine tannins show its present condition but its content suggests more about its long future.
A colour of dark ruby red with purple reflexes. The nose displays forest fruit, strawberries, black pepper and oak spice. On the palate one finds darker fruit like black currants and black cherries accompanied by discreet black pepper notes. Soft tannins and gentle acidity complement the rich fruit. Overall, compared to previous vintages the 2021 Syrah is more vigorous and also more inviting.
Its colour is a youthful, purple-toned shade with purple reflexes. The aroma is spicy, black berry, very lively. The taste is mainly coffee, cherries, currants, white pepper. Tasting is accompanied by a pleasant acidity combined with definite tannins, but in a succulent long-lasting fruity sip.
