Tóth Ferenc Winery, Síkhegy

Katalin Tóth dreamt about a place, where guest can spend hours relaxed, sitting on blankets in the grass, under the blessed shadow of the huge poplar tree, or they can participate in unique seated tastings, with sunshine and vineyards all around. “Síkhegy Picnics” have become a phenomenon, regulars would not miss any occasion. From now the magic place is available to rent for corporate events, friendly gatherings, even for weddings.

Síkhegy – the birthplace of magic

The name Síkhegy is an oxymoron itself with ‘sík’ meaning flat while ‘hegy’ meaning mountain. The vineyard is more of a plateau with brown forest soil, clay and gravel underneath. Tóth Ferenc Winery has nearly 8 hectares of Kékfrankos, Cabernet Sauvignon,Cabernet Franc, Pinot Noir, Merlot and Olaszrizling here, besides Nagy-Eged, this is the most important “cru” for the estate. It has Grand Superior classification, which means that with careful cultivation the grapes have outstanding quality to give one of the highest quality wine of the estate, and it is Várvédő Egri Bikavér Grand Superior. A unique, unparallel wine, vintage 2021 received 93 points from JamesSuckling.com
“Deep, garnet red, promising wine that leaves serious curves on the walls of the glass. The nose starts with a solid leatheriness, followed by strong roasted notes, with roasted chestnuts at the forefront.  These are followed by fruit in the form of blueberries, cherries and plums. If you wait for it to really open up, an exciting Mediterranean line emerges, with a touch of basil spiciness and a hint of dried tomato enriching the layers of aromas. As it warms up, the alcohol starts to dominate, giving the wine a liqueur-like character. On the palate, dried plums, figs, intense toasty notes, velvety tannins, lively acidity, a warming sense of alcohol. The finish is also pruney and chocolatey, with a chalky, slightly drying finish. We are not disappointed, its diversity is an imprint of the place of origin, the varieties and the ageing method, and it truly shows the greatness that is in its name.”
Can you imagine drinking this stunning wine right where it was born?
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