A new era

In January 2019 Lajos Feind handed over the management of the estate to his son, Zoltán Feind and his executive manager, István Bacskai. According to the the judgement of the new managers, the plant had long outgrown itself, so they decided to build a 2000 m² processing plant just outside the town of Balatonfőkajár. It was a complete investment, so from the processing of the grapes to the pressing and bottling of the wine, everything can now be done under one roof.

Visit us!

The team of Feind Winery welcomes everyone at the new, modern, state of the art winery, which meets every challange of the 21st century.

Contact:
Andrea Sajó
8164 Balatonfőkajár, Kossuth Lajos u. 13
Phone: +36 30 865 8772
Email: sajo.andrea@feind.hu
Web: https://feind.hu

Feind Chardonnay 2022

Feind Chardonnay Batonnage 2022 

Feind Királyleányka 2022

Feind Berekszél Rhine Riesling 2022 

Feind Cabernet Rosé 2023 

Feind Syrah 2019

In 2019 we harvested outstanding fruit from Öreghegy (‘Old Hill’) in the village of Balatonfőkajár. It fermented in stainless steel and aged exclusively in American oak (barrique) for 15 months. Mediterranean style nose featuring Provence spices, whereas the palate reveals some of the spices along with ripened red fruits. Full bodied, complex wine with serious ageing potential. 

Feind Merlot 2019

Dark, deep ruby colour. This Merlot was aged for 15 months in barrique, the result is a fruit driven Merlot with sweet spices and velvety tannins. Perfectly pairs with beef and game dishes and it is also worth trying it with desserts of dark chocolate. 

Feind Cabernet Franc 2019

Dark ruby colour. Full bodied, yet elegant wine, not heavy at all. Refined, round tannin and notes of dried fruits thanks to the 18-month barrique ageing. Ideal with red meat and game dishes, and really exciting with dark chocolate.

Terroir

The land of Lake Fertő is pervaded by the mystic number three.

The soil is characterised by three determining soil types, the most interesting is the mica-schiest, which can be discovered on the surfacing layers only here within the whole country. Mica-schiest is complemented by limestone and forest soil rich in hummus. Our microclimate is mostly influenced by the saline Lake Fertő: even though Sopron wine region is on the northest border of grapegrowing areas, due to its body of water Lake Fertő eases the cold in winter and moderates the heat of the summer. The excessed humidity coming from the lake is mitigated by the constant winds coming from the mountains of the Alps – like Schneeberg.

Traditions

According to written evidences, the Celts were the first to make wine in the land of Lake Fertő.

The Celtic heritage was enriched by the Romans, who handled the knowledge to the generations of the following eras. In the epoch of Queen Gisela (the first queen of Hungary in the 11th century) Bavarian settlers came, and later, under the reign of King Sigismund (15th century) and King Matthias Corvinus (15th century), more Bavarians, the so called „poncichters” settled down and carried on the ancient tradition of winemaking up to the most recent days. Steigler Cellar aims to carry on these millenial traditions creating organic wines in the most ancient wine region of Hungary.

People

„I am Bálint Lőrinczy, the owner of Steigler Cellar.

My family on my mother’s side originates from Rust (Austria) and Sopron, and as a well-to-do bourgeois family, they used to own vineyards as well. As I child, during Sunday lunch I used to hear the same complaint: „Oh, when we could drink our own wine form Rust! How great it was as opposed to this…” This piece of memory burnt into my brain, plus we always appreciated quality wine. My ancestors had been making wine in this land for centuries, then due to the severe times of history, 100 years were left out. I was more and more interested in reviving this tradition thus Steigler Cellar was born with its organic vineyards.”

„I am Tamás Varga, the winemaker of the estate, a Sopron born person.

Besides the respect of traditions, organic winemaking has a special importance for me. Like the young poncichters used to do in the old times, I visited some significant foreign vineyards. I passed several years in well known estates in Austria, California and New Zealand. After gaining comprehensive knowledge of organic viticulture, new vinification techniques and the latest trends, I returned to Sopron. I took over the complex professional management of the Steigler winery and estate in 2018. Since then, we have been building Steigler Cellar together with Bálint.”

Vineyards

The grapes for the outstanding wines of Steigler Cellar come from our own 21 hectare organic vineyard.

The estate owns parcels in the best areas of Sopron wine region in Steiger, Frettner and Spern Steiner vineyards.
As for the grape varieties, the backbone of the estate is given by Zöld Veltelini (Grüner Veltliner), Zweigelt, Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon complemented by recently planted varieties: Cabernet Franc, Syrah and the „crown jewel” Furmint.
Furmint plantation is an exciting project of ours, since this variety was the most important in Sopron wine region until the beginning of the 20th century. Few people know that it was Sopron, well 200 years ahead of Tokaj, to create the first Aszú wine of Furmint. The new plantation started to give crop in 2019, to justify our expectations. Mica-schist soil makes Steigler Furmint unique and unparalleled. It has more pronounced nose and absolutely different merits than those grown on volcanic soil.

Cellar            

Steigler Cellar is situated in the heart of the poncichter district on Balfi road, at the rim of downtown.

Poncichters (when joking also called beangrowers, because they used to plant beans between the rows of vines) thought that the safest place to store wine during hard times of history was under their houses. As a consequence, selling wine became easy, and they created special signals to let the town citizens know whether they had wine for sale or not. Steigler Cellar is a remaining of this era, though all the different generations left their mark on it as well. After significant renovation works, in 2020 the cellar opened its gates wide again to welcome customers, wine travellers and winelovers.

Contact
9400 Sopron, Balfi u. 13-15.

Tamás Varga
estate manager
Tel.: +36-20-269-4677
Email: info@steigler-wines.hu

Steigler Zöld Veltelini 2019

Steigler Premium Zöld Veltelini 2019

Steigler Premium Bio Furmint 2019

Steigler Kaméleon white blend 2019

Steigler Kaméleon red cuvée 2019

Steigler Kékfrankos 2019

Steigler Premium Merlot 2019

Steigler Premium Kékfrankos 2019

TOKAJI FURMINT 2015

TOKAJI HÁRSLEVELŰ 2015

TOKAJI FURMINT KÖZÉPHEGY 2016

TOKAJI FORDÍTÁS 2008

TOKAJI ASZÚ 6 PUTTONYOS 2013

On the nose it is clear, complex, concentrated – a typical Aszú. On the palate it is a youthful, vivid wine with dried fruits. A balanced, creamy textured great wine from a great vintage.

OUR TEAM

The head of the winery is Mónika Debreczeni. With her husband they started Vylyan Winery together, then after the unexpected death of Pál in 2004,  she  took  over  the  management  of  the estate.  Economist, member of the international WSET wine academy (Wine and Spirit Education Trust, London). The technical director and winemaker Sándor Tóth is the chief winemaker of the Vylyan Vineyard and Winery in a great professional team is responsible for daily operations in the estate and the winery.

Our most memorable acknowledgements:

• According to Michel Bettane, Vylyan Pinot Noir 1999 is the best Pinot Noir outside Burgundy he has ever tasted.
• VYLYAN winery was selected among the best wineries of the world in “The World’s Greatest Wines” edited by the most influential French wine critics:   Bettaneand  Desseauve!
• Our Pinot  Noir  2004  won  the Regional  Trophy for  Middle-and Eastern European wines (among 7 countries) at the DECANTER World Wine Awards in 2006 London.
• Vylyan Winery was granted “Winery of  the  year” in Hungary  and  in the same year in Denmark in 2008

Web: https://www.vylyan.hu/en/

Vylyan Macska 2023

In Villány wine region, Portugieser is a variety that can be found in every cellar. In the ‘Legend of the devil-plowed hill’ it is represented by the cat (‘macska’). We couldn’t live everyday life without it. A thirst-quenchingly fruity, nice, and easy-going wine that ‘purrs’ and flatters – a wine that feels good to drink every day! The varietal-specific red berries are characterizing this wine both on the nose and on the palate. Its tannins are soft and velvety.

Vylyan Ördög / Belzebub Cuvée 2021

ÖRDÖG is a blend of the classicus product range, named after the Devil in love in the traditional Villány legend. Energetic, thirst-quenching and full of vitality-this wine showcases vibrant fruitiness in the form of red stone fruits. Refreshing acidity, sporty structure and pleasant warm undertones characterize this wine.

Vylyan Kékfrankos 2022

Kékfrankos (Blaufrankisch) is one of our favourite varieties. Its explosively lively acids are embodied in the notes of freshly picked cherries supplemented by a touch of chocolate. A thirst-quenching wine for the lovers of the variety.

Vylyan Villányi Franc 2017

We are sure that Villányi Franc has a mission in the world. For us this wine represents the highest complexity that can be achieved from the Villány grapes. The variety has set its roots in the Villány soil and has found its home here forever. As have we. Villányi Franc is the embodiment of elegance and harmony.

Vylyan Montenuovo Cuvée 2021

This wine is a well-balanced blend with a golden mean between the full-bodied and the lively-fruity styles. Its bright, fruity upbeat is filled with diverse scents in which Bordeaux varieties come together in a harmonising accord completed with spiciness of the Syrah.

Tolna wine region

Szekszárd is a significant wine region in the Transdanubia, and though Tolna is less known, it has a strong potential as well regarding winemaking. The carefully cultivated vineyards and rows of cellars act as attractions for wine tourists. Wine travellers may enjoy warm welcome in the cellars of Paks, Mőcsény, Simontornya, Felsőnyék, Hőgyész and other villages of Völgység (’Valley Land’). The tiny village of Bátaapáti, hidden in the neighbourhood of lakes of Zsibrik and Szálka belong to this lovely and fabulous region. Tolna wine region gives good quality white wines in the first place made of varieties like Chardonnay, Tramini, Zöldveltelini, Olaszrizling and Sauvignon Blanc.

Tűzkő Estate

Tűzkő Estate is located near the village of Bátaapáti, among the hills of Tolna, near the river Danube. The winery is only 150 kilometres from Budapest southbound. The hills and the small valleys, along with the lakes of Szálka and Zsibrik create an ideal microclimate for grape growing.

The wine estate can boast a long history of viticulture: first it was a small settlement of German habitants, then it became the granary of the larger estate. The former underground cellars of this granary are used nowadays for the ageing of the wines.

The history of Tűzkő Estate is closely related to that of the Counts of Apponyi family of French origin. The roots of the family date back to the beginning of the 18th century, but their most active period took place in the 19th century. Among the territories belonging to the family, the estate of Bátaapáti had the most potential regarding both quantity and quality. Utilizing the opportunities given by nature, the Apponyis launched innovative techniques both in viticulture and winemaking.

The majority of the historical vineyards of the estate is situated among the declivous hills of Völgység. The wines made here are famous for their aromas. The vines are grown on limestone and loess soil with good water managing qualities. The new plantations are situated near the villages of Mórágy and Mőcsény, where the given climate and soil characteristics are different, therefore they create the ideal diversity of microclimates for us.

TŰZKŐ BANKA GRÜNER VELTLINER 2022

TŰZKŐ PINOT GRIGIO 2022

TŰZKŐ GRÜNER VELTLINER 2022

TŰZKŐ RIESLING 2022

TŰZKŐ SAUVIGNON BLANC 2022

TŰZKŐ GEWÜRZTRAMINER 2022

TŰZKŐ KÉKFRANKOS ROSÉ 2022

TŰZKŐ CHARDONNAY BARRIQUE 2021

TŰZKŐ KÉKFRANKOS 2020

TŰZKŐ 7FRANKOS 2019

TŰZKŐ CABERNET FRANC 2019

TŰZKŐ MERLOT 2019

TŰZKŐ DOMB CUVÉE 2019

“Wine course” in Sopron any time with Kurt 

Sopron is only one hour by train from Vienna, and 2.5 hours from Budapest. At the winery Kurt István Tascner offers two types of tasting package (the names are Swabian words connected to wine cellars). Taschner winery used to be located in the outskirts of the city of Sopron, but in the past years the city has grown through the winery, now it is surrounded by lucky habitants – they are lucky, because the winery is a little green oasis, since Kurt is keen on keeping green places, the garden is full of colourful oleanders, and there is even a so called “bee pasture”.
Taschner winery can seat as many as 64 people, parking is easy and free, warm plates can be arranged with prior arrangements. The winery has a white range of wines from the traditional method sparkling wines to the late harvest dessert wines and complex red blends, and ‘pálinka’, the Hungarian fruit distill is also available (made of the marc of the Irsai Olivér grape).
– Poncichter tasting: 6 wine samples, mineral water, bread with olive oil. Price: 3900 HUF / person (around 10 euro)
– Buschenschank tasting: 6 + 2 wine samples (2 from the more exclusive and expensive wines), mineral water, bread with olive oil, cheese. Price: 5900 HUF / person (around 15 euro)
Do you want to know what Poncichter means? Read it here!

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Contact:

Kurt István Taschner
Address: 9400 Sopron, 168 Balfi road 168, Hungary
Telephone: +36 20 931 5225
E-mail: kurt@taschner.hu
Website (in Hungarian): taschner.hu

Taschner Fidelissima Cuvée 2024

Soproni Irsai Olivér 2024

Soproni Kékfrankos Rozé 2019

Soproni Kékfrankos Classic 2017

Chardonnay Brut 2018

Today’s gold standards, rules now written in stone, all started out at one point as an experiment. Passionate, brave people’s most creative ideas were gradually transformed into common practices by several generations. This is why we are so keen to understand and accept this ever-changing world around us. To see and learn what we have to do in Tokaj and in Villány where we belong.

Tokaj

Complicated, rich, mysterious. Also traditional, beautifully-worn, gracefully-aging and distant, as a true legend should be. For two decades we have continually strived to figure out what it has to say, and we tremendously enjoy every minute of that ongoing conversation. Tokaj was never more ready to shine and we are proud to be part of its renaissance.  Let`s raise a glass of Furmint bubbles to it!

Villány

This is not just a wine country to us… it is our heritage. For Christian, it is Somberek, the tiny village nearby where his family lived for centuries. For Peter, it is Bóly, his birthplace. For our Cabernet Sauvignon, it is the cold plateau of Siklós where its lean acidity comes from. For our Cabernet Franc, it is the searing-hot Devil`s Ditch. Villány is warm, homey and inviting. Once people arrive, no one ever wants to leave its magic.

Budafok

The Sauska sparkling wines embody the Tokaj terroir through their indigenous and international varietals expressions. Furmint and Hárslevelű, as well as Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes are 100% estate-grown, shaped to perfection in the 150-year-old limestone cellars situated in Budapest. This part of the city, also known as Budafok, was an idyllic land of vineyards from the Roman times on and by the mid-19th century, it became the center of local wine production. Outstanding temperature conditions, steadily circulating fresh air and robust walls providing perfect light protection characterize the 150-year old cellar system where we housed our sparkling wines in 2015.

Sauska Furmint 2020

Pale straw-yellow with greenish hues. The nose is flinty with ripe figs, mango, kiwi, lemon zest, and green tea on the palate. Crisp, clean, perfectly balanced, medium-bodied wine, the very definition of Tokaj Furmint.

Sauska Birsalmás Furmint 2018

Pale yellow with greenish hues. On the nose pineapple and pear along with fresh mint. The sip is complex and layered, strong volcanic minerality with lovely peaches and bold red grapefruit. It lasts long in the mouth.

Sauska Brut

“Lovely restraint on the nose, cool, crunchy fruit. Fresh, smooth, and feisty. Elegant, fine and soft mousse.” Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championships 2022 – gold medal
“Elegant, long and linear” Champagne and Sparkling Wine World Championship 2021 – gold medal.
Straw gold, with a regular stream of bubbles. An enticing nose, with notes of ripe citrus, honey, and juicy pineapple. In the mouth, a first fresh impression, with citrus zests, lemon curd and a mineral smokiness. A well-balanced wine, vivacious with good length.

A bold Bordeaux-blend with Cabernet Sauvignon backbone. Deep ruby, layered, elegant, floral, and fruity. Aromas of freshly baked brioche, bread, cloves, and fresh herbs dominate the nose. On the palate bold, silky tannins, rich herbal notes, fine texture. massive body. In our mind, this is a contemporary Villány red blend: powerful yet proportionate and energizing. Not lacking some cosmopolitan charm, though.

Warm ruby red. Aromas of plum, gooseberries and freshly baked sourdough bread dominate the nose. On the palate, a lovely outburst of red forest fruits, delicate freshness. Lean and proportionate body, clean and balanced finish. The perfect everyday red.

Deep violet with ruby hues. Serious richness of aromas, tension and elegance, tobacco and oriental spices, mostly cardamom, cloves, and a touch of cinnamon. On the palate, ripe red berries, blackcurrant, raspberry, blackberry. Silky tannins, great length, attractive complexity.

Hajós-Bajai Irsai Olivér 2020

Hajós-Bajai Cserszegi Fűszeres 2020

Hajós–Bajai Cabernet Sauvignon Rosé 2020

Hajós–Bajai Kadarka 2018

Hajós–Bajai Cabernet Franc 2018

Hajós–Bajai Late Harvest Chardonnay 2016

Kunsági Ice Wine 2007

Hajós–Bajai Cabernet Sauvignon Barrique 2018

Vin Art Villányi Cabernet Sauvignon Classicus 2015

Villányi Cabernet Sauvignon Prémium 2012

Villányi Csanád Cuvée 2015

Badacsonyi Rózsakő Selection 2021

Badacsonyi Kéknyelű Selection 2020

Bács-hegy Badacsonyi Olasz Rizling 2020

Badacsonyi Zeusz late harvest 2019

Karós Badacsonyi Olasz Rizling Limited Selection 2019

TELEKI Tradition Super Premium Villányi Franc Kopár 2020

“Cabernet Franc has found its natural home in Villány” (Michael Broadbent, Decanter 2000). Intensive on the nose, where the aroma of forest fruit and spices prevails. Intense scent of wild fruit basket and the sensation of spices. Its luscious, captivating flavours are accompanied by notes from the toasting of the oak, with blueberries and raspberries. It is a full-bodied but not cumbersome wine that carries the elegance of the variety. Real Villány wine!

KŐVILLA Villányi Cabernet Sauvignon Kopár 2021

Kővilla (’Stone Villa’) is situated on the southern slope of Villány surrounded by vineyards. This building has been the witness of several important events of our wine region – and the stone house inspired this selection wine of ours. A wine with a distinct personality. The nose is intensely spicy and has notes of vanilla, while its palate is determined by fruity notes: blackcurrant and blueberry. Concentrated and harmonious wine with long ageing potential.

KŐVILLA Villányi Syrah

Exciting and complex wine. Intense nose with spices, vanilla and black pepper, along with a mixture of blueberry and blackberry notes. The palate is delicate, with soft tannins and a long lasting, lively aftertaste.

TELEKI Inspiration Villányi Kékfrankos 2021

It has deep ruby colour. The intense aromas of fully ripe red fruit such as cherry and sour cherry is combined with smoky, toasty notes from barrel ageing. The complex, layered and fruit-driven palate is nicely balanced. It is harmonious wine with rich fruitiness, which is emphasized by the racy acidity. The fine-grained, ripe and integrated tannins give long ageing potential to the wine. A complex and layered wine that is also juicy and approachable. Do not wait to taste it!

TELEKI Inspiration Villányi Merlot 2023

Deep ruby colour with hints of pomegranate. Intense developing nose full of fully ripened red fruits, mainly cherry and sour cherry. These aromas are embraced with a subtle smoky note resulted from barrel ageing. On the palate it is juicy, with lively flavours. The tannins are velvety are in perfect balance with the whole structure of the wine.

TELEKI Tradition Chardonnay Brut 2021

Elegant, pale colour with tiny, fine bubbles. Intense, complex nose with orange notes, discreet yeastiness and some citrus fruits. On the palate, it is characterized by a finely woven texture, tight structure and crystal clear flavours. The vibrant acidity gives liveliness and freshness to the sparkling wine, highlighting its fruity character. Ethereal sparkling wine with small and creamy bubble pearls and perfect harmony.

TELEKI Selection Villányi Cabernet Sauvignon 2022

TELEKI Selection Villányi Olaszrizling 2024

TELEKI Selection Villányi Rosé Cuvée

Fresh rosé blend of popular grape varieties of Villány. Light onion skin colour, blueberry, blackberry and redcurrant on the nose. The palate cheerfully reflects the berry fruits of its scent, accompanied by refreshing acidity. Serve well chilled on every possible occasion!