As we reported earlier, the panel tasting was about easygoing summer wines from vintage 2022 between 1500–2500 HUF / 4–7 euros. Around 50 wines were evaluated, all vinified in stainless steel and contain relatively low alcohol.
László Romsics‘s (consultant editor of Vince) description: “Light, greenish yellow colour. Intense, fresh, slightly vegetal, picante and spicy nose with some citrus fruits. Refreshing, feather light on the palate with crispy acidityand some carbon dioxide. Ideal for the summer!”
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About the rare Frühroter Veltliner and its father

Korai Piros Veltelini (Frühroter Veltliner) is a grape variety you can find in Kurt Taschner’s portfolio, but nowhere else in Hungary. Frühroter Veltliner is a natural cross between Roter Veltliner and Silvaner. Roter Veltliner’s origin has not been uncovered yet, but it is confirmed that surprisingly enough it is not related to Grüner Veltliner. In Austria 605 ha, in Slovakia 363, in Czech Republic 251 ha, in France only 5 ha, in Italy a few, in Germany only 4 hectares and in Hungary also only a few hectares are grown – and it is restricted to Sopron wine region. “Early budding and early ripening, as its name suggests, susceptible to downy and powdery mildews and to botrytis bunch rot. Vigorous and best pruned long. Small bunches and berries.”

Excerpt From: Robinson, Jancis; Harding, Julia; Vouillamoz, Jose. “Wine Grapes (9780062325518).” iBooks.

Babarczi – wines full of spring

Babarczi Winery is situated in one of the smallest wine regions of Hungary, Pannonhalma wine region, at the edge of Small Plain. The family owned winery was founded in 1980 and it is currently run by the second generation of the family. Most of Babarczi wines are wined and vinified in stainless steel, therefore they can capture the fruitiness and the vibrant acidity – given by the cooler climate. Any wine of the range will do if you need ultimate spring breeze and floral enchantment in your glass. Babarczi Sauvignon Blanc is always among the top Sauvignons of the country, every vintage. Babarczi Irsai Olivér (above, cover photo) is again a gorgeous example of the variety – it shows that this aromatic grape can give elegant, sleek wines without any excess perfume. “Pale golden in colour with a floral bouquet of elderberry with hints os the white flowers as well as citrus notes. Gentle acidity gives definition and refreshment, combining a light body with a balanced palate of spices and citrus aromas.”

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‘Early’ Red Veltelini – a rare variety with spring spirit

Kurt Taschner, owner and winemaker of Taschner Winery and Sparkling Wine Cellar likes experimenting and doing things others do not practice. Korai Piros Veltelini (literally ‘Early Red Veltliner’, also known as Frühroter Veltliner) is a white grape variety you can find in Kurt Taschner’s portfolio, but hardly anywhere else in Hungary. Frühroter Veltliner is a natural cross between Roter Veltliner and Silvaner. Roter Veltliner’s origin has not been uncovered yet, but it is confirmed that surprisingly enough it is not related to Grüner Veltliner. In Hungary only a few hectares of Frühroter Veltliner are grown – and it is restricted to Sopron wine region. “Early budding and early ripening, as its name suggests, susceptible to downy and powdery mildews and to botrytis bunch rot. Vigorous and best pruned long. Small bunches and berries.” (Robinson, Jancis; Harding, Julia; Vouillamoz, Jose: Wine Grapes)

Taschner Korai Piros Veltelini boasts flowers and peach on the nose, tropical fruits and spiciness on the palate. Apple and citrus fruits. Light, juicy wine ideal with turkey dishes. Zesty wine with a little carbon dioxide.

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