Record harvest in Hungary? Or no?
As the OIV report states, 2024 vintage produced the smallest global output since 1961. Except for Hungary, celebrating the highest production since 2010! Is that true?
Magic in the air in Badacsony
Villa Sandahl does not rush to the market, vintage 2017 is still on sale, though it is their „senior” wine on the shelf now.
33rd Budapest Wine Festival on 12–15 September
This year the novelty is a luxurious Sunday Branch in the castle terrace, while the guest country is Georgia with is 8000 years’ winemaking legacy.
A gold mine of Balaton wine reviews
Oliver Coleman, wine writer of JancisRobinson.com has recently visited Hungary, and he did his lesson, there is no doubt about it.
Villa Sandahl 20th birthday party on 7 September in Badacsony
The boutique winery has a guest house as well with stunning view of Lake Balaton. The September event will take place in one of their most beautiful vineyards.
GROW is Growing!
Balaton wine region hosts GROW du Monde, the premier international event focused solely on Olaszrizling – by Dr. Elizabeth Smith, Contributing Reporter
Rosalia Wine Picnic in Budapest on 31 May – 2 June
Around 60 wineries pour rosé wines and bubblies in the sunny City Park for 3 days. The entrance is free including live music programmes, only an official Rosalia glass is needed t
Starling Village by Villa Sandahl in Badacsony
The star of our cover photo is called Starling Village, named after the hungry thieves of the vineyards.
Hungary is as interesting as California!
Hungary is as interesting as California according to The Wine Merchant survey carried on with 217 independent merchants.
