Patricius Winery offers an unforgettable picnic any time of the week, any time of the summer. We tried it once with our study tour guests, and we can guarantee that this picnic is the best – and most delicious way – to discover a vineyard.

Várhegy vineyard in Bodrogkisfalud has been considered one of the most precious vineyards of Tokaj wine region for centuries. One of the most sought after “cru” has several stories and many noble families are related to it. The vineyard tour begins at the picturesque terrace of Patricius Winery, where guests receive their picnic baskets full of products from local producers (strawberry jam artisan cheeses from Zemplén, smoked ham, home-made sausage, avocado cream, salami, spicy cottage cheese spread, cracklings spread, local bread and croissant). Certainly, other Patricius wines are also provided according to the guests’ wishes.

Duration: 2 hours
Distance: 1.5 km
Elevation: 200 metres
Minimum number of participants: 8 people
Maximum number of participants: 20 people
Price: 16 000 HUF (40 EUR) / 2 people

The guided tour continues with the collection of rare grape varieties and then the participants walk up the historic Várhegy vineyard. From here we can enjoy stunning view of the surrounding vineyards, the river Bodrog – the whole breath-taking landscape which is under UNESCO World Heritage protection. Part of the tour is to introduce the different types of soils and volcanic rocks, which result distinct notes in the wines. Guests consume the delicacies of the picnic basket on the terrace of the little vineyard shed, accompanied by well chilled Patricius sparkling wine.
“During this tour we tell the story of our 7 vineyards and our winery and give insight into the rich history of Tokaj.” 

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Leányka (literally ‘Little Miss’) is an autochthonous grape variety in Hungary and it is highly popular in Eger wine region. It is usually one of the components of the new Eger community blend called Egri Csillag (‘The Star of Eger’). Tóth Ferenc Winery has released a 100% Leányka – which happens to be 100% vegan!

Crispy, young girl from old vines

Wine is obviously made of grapes, yet during vinification some animal-derived products – e.g for fining the wine. Tóth Ferenc Winery made its popular, entry level white wine to please the group of growing number of vegans with the wine made entirely suitable for them.

The grapes were harvested in Almagyar cru mid September, from 30 year old vines. Tóth Ferenc Egri Leányka 2020 fermented and aged in stainless steel until bottling in February.

“Straw-yellow, intensely fragrant wine. The aromas of white flowers alternate with the scent of gooseberry, passion and jelly candy.” (by Adél Bernáth-Ulcz from CsokiLaBor).

And the retail price is only 4.30 euros, for club members only 3.8 euros.

More about Leányka variety

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Bonfire on Saint John’s night

The best way of shopping Leányka is to visit the winery and buy the wine on the spot. The old underground cellar is well worth a visit, and the family run estate has recently created a new venue for gatherings, on top of Síkhegy (‘Flat Mountain’), and it is called ‘Tóthék’ (the Tóths). “We have imagined what a place would look like underneath, full of loungers, with a pretty well and a big telescope, with soft music, fine wines and some snacks, as we watch the sunset. This place means no more to me than the hub of the universe.”

On 19 June winelovers are invited to enjoy the sunset together and sit around the magic fire. Entrance is free but registration is needed. Participants will receive a welcome wine and can purchase wine for the rest of the night (from 3 pm to 10 pm). Transfer is provided.

Register here: tourism@tothferencpinceszet.hu

More about ‘Tóthék’

Patricius Winery offers an unforgettable picnic any time of the week, any time of the summer. We tried it last summer with our study tour guests, and we can guarantee that this picnic is the best – and most delicious way – to discover a vineyard.

Várhegy vineyard in Bodrogkisfalud has been considered one of the most precious vineyards of Tokaj wine region for centuries. One of the most sought after “cru” has several stories and many noble families are related to it.

The vineyard tour begins at the picturesque terrace of Patricius Winery, where guests receive their picnic baskets full of products from local producers (jam made of purple onion, goat rilette, mangalitza ham, artisan cheeses, baguette). Certainly Patricius wines are also provided according to the guests’ wishes.

The tour continues with the collection of rare grape varieties and then the participants walk up the historic Várhegy vineyard. From here we can enjoy stunning view of the the surrounding vineyards, the river Bodrog – the whole breathtaking landscape which is under UNESCO World Heritage protection. Part of the tour is to introduce the different types of soils and volcanic rocks, which result distinct notes in the wines.

Guests consume the delicacies of the picnic basket on the terrace of the little vineyard shed, accompanied by well chilled Patricius  sparkling wine.

“During this tour we tell the story of our 7 vineyards and our winery and give insight into the rich history of Tokaj.”