Wine Description & Tasting Notes
Elegant, complex and rich Tokaji Aszú, a blend of Furmint & Muscat from an outstanding vintage.
Harmonious yet vibrantly exciting, sensual wine. Its beauty is already refined, but it will mature and change a lot over the next thirty years.
The base of the Aszú wines comes from different vineyards, depending on where Botrytis (noble rot) occurred in the given year.
Colour: Pale gold.
Nose: Dried tropical fruit notes of apricot and mango, with a herbal hint.
Palate: Rich and sweet, yet elegantly fresh, offering flavors of ripe apricot and honey, balanced by vibrant acidity.
Food Pairings: Traditionally, Tokaji Aszú pairs well with terrines. Additionally, it complements blue cheeses, foie gras, and fruit-based desserts like apricot tart or apple strudel. The wine’s sweetness and acidity balance these rich and flavorful dishes, creating a harmonious dining experience.
Vineyard Information and History:
Sauska Winery meticulously selects grapes from various vineyards within the Tokaj region, focusing on areas where Botrytis cinerea (noble rot) has favorably affected the grapes in a given year. This careful selection ensures the production of high-quality Aszú wines.
Wine Region History and Information:
The Tokaj region, located in northeastern Hungary, is one of the world’s oldest classified wine regions, with a history dating back to the 18th century. It is renowned for its unique terroir and the production of Tokaji Aszú wines, which are made from grapes affected by noble rot, concentrating their sugars and flavors. This process results in the region’s signature sweet wines, which have been celebrated for centuries.
