Tokaji Aszú is often dubbed the wine of the kings and king of the wines – since countless monarchs and noblemen have adored this sweet, golden botrytised wine. VinCE Magazine, the monthly wine magazine of Hungary has conducted a Tokaji Aszú panel tasting for its latest issue. 26 wines were evaluated from the vintages 2016 and 2017. 5 of them received five stars and the prestigious VinCE Award: Gizella 6 p 2017, Gróf Degenfeld 5 p 2016, Péter 6 p 2017, Royal Tokaji 6 9 2016 and Sauska 6 p 2017.

“Silky and rich”

Sauska Tokaj 6 puttonyos aszú 2017 is a blend of Yellow Muscat, Furmint and Hárslevelű. As the judges of VinCE Magazine commented: “It is a wine of great intensity and concentration. The nose is exciting with white flowers and fruitiness. Perfect balance, everything is in its place. Deep, silky and rich. Enchanting flavours of quince and spices. Long finish, harmony and elegance.”

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