Lazy Sunday food & wine pairing
Frittmann Sauvignon Blanc and popcorn
Sunday is about not watching the watch. About not opening the laptop. About not caring of silly customs like “lunch has to be at 13.00”. God told us not to work on Sunday, let us obey, even non-Christians. Let’s sit under the tree, pour some super refreshing Frittmann Sauvignon Blanc and grab some popcorns. Who says that there is no Sunday without big meals?
Why popcorns?
Frittmann Winery often posts thirst quenching, lovely photos, and popcorn has appeared a couple of times. Probably because the photographer simply likes popcorns, but they also look nice and express lightness. What is more, did you know that there is a diet based on popcorn? If they are air-popped and unbattered, a 100-gram serving has only about 360 calories, and 100 gram is a lot, it takes a while to munch all.
Why Sauvignon Blanc?
There are hardly any wine enthusiasts, who are not keen on this variety. The 3rd most planted white grape variety of the world, and with reason, of course, just think of the elegant Loire wines, the juicy, gooseberry-like New Zealand wines, and also the sweet Sauternes wines from Bordeaux.
In Hungary, there are around 900 hectares of Sauvignon Blanc. Frittmann is a family winery in Kunság wine region with the second generation fully on board, and their Sauvignon Blanc is the one that explains why we love this grape. “In keeping with the Kunság wine region, our version showcases its fruity side: the nose is reminiscent of luscious tropical fruits such as passion fruit and lime.”
And it costs only 1900 HUF (around 5.40 EUR) on the webshop of the winery! Keep in mind, that this estate has won the Winery of the Year(2015) title along with other super prestigious title Winemaker of the Year (2007). And, the icing on the cake: The Most Beautiful Vineyard of Hungary (2024).
Find the wine on Frittmann webshop
How to accomplish the Popcorn Diet?
Well, Sauvignon Blanc has moderate alcohol, therefore less calories. What is more, due to its intense aromas, it is also enjoyable in a “spritz”. Spritz or “fröccs” as we say is wine diluted with carbonated water. We have a whole dictionary of spritzes depending on the proportion of wine and water. “Sport Fröccs” is for example only one portion of wine with 4 portions of soda water – ideal for moderate sport activities.
The best spot to enjoy the combo
Of course, at the Frittmanns! They have some charming guestrooms, ideal for those enjoying the tranquility of the country. What is more, the winery is located in Kunság, the flattest wine region of Hungary, so if you want to complement your Popcorn & Sauvignon diet with some running or cycling, you can, without extra sweat.


