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90 or more Decanter points
90 or more Decanter points for Hungarian wines. Let us congratulate to Csányi, Dereszla, Etyeki Kúria, Holdvölgy, Lajver, Patricius, Tornai, Vesztergombi, Weninger & Gere and 36
How can you drink the Canadian flag?
La QV, a Canadian specialty wine shop posted one of the wines from their selection, a Siller from Kristinus Wine Estate, Hungary.
10 Top Winemakers on a Danube Cruise on 25 July
10 winemakers with the prestigious title "Winemaker of the Year" will pour their wines on board of Zsófia cruise ship in Budapest.
You can be the lord by the castle!
Tóth Ferenc Winery has recently opened a house with three apartments literally by the castle – called Várvédőház (meaning 'The House to Defend the Castle').
Hungary leading CEE countries with Decanter Platinum medals
this year there is a dry white Platinum winner as well: Sauska Medve Furmint 2021 from Tokaj.
Winelovers X tasting trade tasting on 29 June in Budapest
The 3rd edition of Winelovers Wine Awards international wine contest takes place next weekend with a great line up of international jury members and buyers from three continents.
St John’s Night Bonfire on 22 June in Eger
It has become an annual tradition of Tóth Ferenc Winery to gather around on "Síkhegy" ('Flat Mountain') around the huge poplar tree.
Hungary wins 19 medals Concours Mondial de Brusselas
Bock Winery of Villány wine region got 2 gold and 4 silver medals out of the 19, gaining the title of the most successful Hungarian winery at CMB 2024
The Best Sparkling of Balaton: Garamvári Lellei Furmint
Balaton is one of the 6 broader wine regions of Hungary, it includes 6 wine regions. The 21th annual Balaton contest saw 204 wines from 41 producers.
The Ultimate CEE Wine Fair on 18 June in London
Yes, the first Central Eastern European wine exhibition will take place in a church! The blessed event will be hosted in the historic building of St John's Waterloo in London.
GROW is Growing!
Balaton wine region hosts GROW du Monde, the premier international event focused solely on Olaszrizling – by Dr. Elizabeth Smith, Contributing Reporter
Taste Taschner wines & sparkling wines this weekend in Sopron!
The 3-day festival starts today, the historic town centre of the capital of our most western wine region will be vibrant and full of music.
Sopron Wine Festivity on 31 May – 2 June
Sopron is a gorgeous town worth visiting any time of the year, but this weekend there will be more than 20 reasons to spend some days in Sopron.
Be our reporter – win 2 tickets for GROW After!
Be our reporter – win 2 tickets for GROW After! Grand Olaszrizling Tasting on 31 May, Balatonfüred with more than 50 wineries.
Ride & Picnic and other wine experiences at Barta Winery
Discover Mád village, the pearl of Tokaj! Ride to the foot of the stunning slopes and open the bottled fruit of that very same vineyard from your picnic basket!
ChardonNite at Etyeki Kúria on 15 June
Garden party to celebrate Chardonnay by more than 20 wineries – including Kovács Nimród Winery.
Label with the tale of a magical region
Tamás Dúzsi junior explained us why the new brand was created and how successful his US portfolio tasting was.
The largest Hungarian wine festival is on – Szeged Wine Fest on 16–26 May
160 winery exhibitors, craft beers, artisan products, free jazz, rock and pop concerts, fireworks and parades. The stunning city of Szeged on the far east of Hungary boasts the pro
3 charming Hungarian Sauvignon Blanc wines
Taste Sauvignon Blanc wines from different wine regions to discover the differences! Dubicz from Mátra wine region, Koch from Hajós–Baja and Frittmann from Kunság. This is the
Fashion show at Babarczi estate on 17 May
Babarczi Vineyard and Winery offers a unique program on Friday, 17th May: NOS Simple Hungarian designer brand will bring its new limited edition Spring Mood collection, paired with
Hemina – your God-given portion of wine
Pannonhalmi Hemina 2021 received a special prize at the 25th edition of VinAgora international wine competition.
Gold winner Merlot from Tolna
Tűzkő Estate is owned by two Tuscan noble families, Marchese Piero Antinori and the Mazzei family. With so much SuperTuscan "in their blood", no wonder that Merlot wine has won g
Black Maiden from Mátra: Dominium Feketeleányka
Dominium Grand Feketeleányka has been selected the best red wine at Bor és Piac ('Wine and Market') Hungarian trade magazine panel tasting of volcanic wines.
Egri Csillag Weekend on 3-4 May in Eger
An open air wine festival in the main square of Eger, where not only Egri Csillag blends, but also the red blends, the Egri Bikavér wines will be available to taste.
Chill or Buzz in Villány on 3–5 May
Gere Tamás & Winery offers diverse programs on the 4th of May: creative nursery for the kids in the morning, guided tasting of treasures from the depth of the cellar in the aftern
Rosalia Wine Picnic in Budapest on 31 May – 2 June
Around 60 wineries pour rosé wines and bubblies in the sunny City Park for 3 days. The entrance is free including live music programmes, only an official Rosalia glass is needed t
Karakterre 13 tasting in Austria on 22-23 May
Kristinus Wine Estate is the largest biodynamic winery in Hungary, and it will be one of the exhibiting estates at the annual Karakterre 13 wine event in Eisenstadt
Save the date: Ezerjó Grand Tasting in a Castle on 22 June
the first edition of Százszorszép Ezerjó Est will be held on 22 June in the gorgeous Castle of Bodajk. The elegant venue gives this rare grape variety the prestige it deserves.
Szekszárd regional wine contest results announced
Altogether 208 wines were evaluated from 40 wineries this year, most entered wines are red, rosé wines represented 11%, while only 8% were white wines.
Grand Villány tasting in Budapest on 11 May
100 wines, gastronomic products and top attractions of the Hungarian " Mediterranean" region will be presented at the 1st edition of this event.
7 facts about the “unpronounceable ” grape
Cserszegi Fűszeres is Hungarian grape variety giving juicy, lovely, aromatic wines. Its cheerful flavours can lift up our weekdays.
Starling Village by Villa Sandahl in Badacsony
The star of our cover photo is called Starling Village, named after the hungry thieves of the vineyards.
“Mad Buzz” – sparkling wine festival in Tokaj on 25 May
The festival takes place in the pearl of Tokaj, in the village of Mád. The entrance is free, guests pay for the wines. It is relaxed event with kids, dogs, Dj-s and lots of bubble
Gilbert & Gaillard Double Gold for Pillangó
Pillangó is one of the 4 Vylyan wines with Gilbert and Gaillard gold medal. The vineyard is going to be replanted, thus for a while there won't be more Vylyan Pillangó, so you'd
“I’d like to open a bottle of this at the age of 90…”
Vesztergombi Bodzás 2019 at the No2 position in renowned wine writer, Sebestyén Nagy's Top 50 wines of 2023.
A grandiose playground for winelovers on 6 April in Budapest
More than 150 Hungarian exhibitors with some 700 wines to taste, 100 plus foreign and local top wines in a separate hall, masterclasses, free pop-up lectures...
A stunning Traminer from Somló
The unique, volcanic wine region of Somló mountain can give special Traminer wines, as Fehérvári Reserve Tramini 2022 proves.
Hungarian rosé wines at Pink Day in Zagreb on 20 April
Hungarian rosé wines at Pink Day in Zagreb on 20 April: Dúzsi, Feind, Sauska, Szeleshát and more. Also masterclass by Zoltán Győrffy.
Lajver wines – now in 4 states of the USA!
Sound Cuvée is about to conquer the State of Utah, while Incognito, a "blanc de noir" white wine made of Kékfrankos is the best seller of Credo Imports in Pennsylvania and in New
“Neighbours” wine dinner at Etyeki Kúria on 12 April
Etyeki Kúria launched a series of wine events every time with a different invited "neighbour". This time Nyakas Winery is the guest.
Bock Capella – the Champion of Villány
323 wines were judged at the 55th edition of the Villány regional wine contest. The Champion is Bock Capella 2012 with the highest scores.
Hungary is as interesting as California!
Hungary is as interesting as California according to The Wine Merchant survey carried on with 217 independent merchants.
Let’s Play – spring bubbles by Feind
The 2023 vintage of Feind Play, this fresh, playful aerated sparkling wine has arrived. It is made of Cserszegi Fűszeres, an aromatic indigenous variety of Hungary.
Teleki Pinot Noir White Brut – golden bubbles
Now, the white brother of Teleki Pinot Noir Rosé is collecting gold medals, the most recent one is a Berliner Wine Trophy gold medal
The 50 Best Hungarian Winemakers announced
Winemaker of the Winemakers selection – check out the list of the 50 nominated winemakers announced last week.
Layered potato with Borbély Bács Olaszrizling
Borbély Bács-Hegy Olasz rizling 2021 has just received 4 stars at Vince magazine – meaning 'outstanding wine'.
Heumann–Palkó 10-sample wine tasting in Budapest on 14 March
Zengő bar will host a tutored tasting of a flight of 10 wines from each winery, from Zsolt Palkó (Badacsony) and Heumann Winery (Villány).
5 dolog, amit érdemes ellesni az Etyeki Kúriától
Az éves, immár 13. alkalommal megrendezett Pinot Noir Vertikális kóstoló annyira jó volt, hogy érdemes róla példát venni, a borkedvelőknek meg jó előre foglalni, bárm
The Star of Eger – the wine and the visioner
Titi Gál, the winemaker of Gál Tibor Winery was the visioner, who realized 13 years ago that Eger needed a white blend.
Báró Steiner Bikavér 2020 – Best Hungarian Red Wine
Altogether 16 Hungarian wines won medals at the 34th Mundus Vini Spring Tasting, 7 gold and 9 silver.
Le Bouchon Vinothek, Switzerland
Le Bouthon Vinothek is a wine store with a strong Hungarian wine selection. We talked to Péter Bero, one of the two managers.
Jackfall Winery, Villány
Homola Winery is cultivating in the best vineyards of Csopak grape growing area, on 15 hectares of its own land, which is currently undergoing organic conversion. The natural appro
10th City of Debrecen Wine Selection – the winners!
The 2nd largest city of Hungary has published the results of its latest wine selection. Let us introduce the winners!
GROW du Monde in May at Lake Balaton, Hungary
Graševina, Olaszrizling or Welshriesling – they all mean the same grape variety, hence the abbreviation of GROW, a Central European initiative to put the variety in the limeligh
Furmint ‘Bubble Bar’ in London on 27 February
The 6th edition of Furmint February tasting will take place next Tuesday at Painter's Hall in London with 30 exhibitors.
Babarczi wine dinner & theatre on Women’s Day (8 March)
Celebrate Women's Day with the most proper way: with the beauty, the thoughts and works of women.
From Villány to Tokaj – find your top wine match at ProWein!
Officially there will be 47 Hungarian exhibitors on 10–12 March in Düsseldorf, but in fact it means many more wineries.
1000 wines to taste today in Budapest
Choose to taste from more than 1000 wines from 200 wineries today in Budapest, including Gere Tamás & Zsolt wines from Villány.
Én már parizer…
41 253 vendég volt, ennek 40%-a külföldi, összesen 138 országból utaztak szakemberek a párizsi szakvásárra.
“The perfect constellation of barrel & cellar with a pinch of Swiss preciseness”
Come and taste Heumann wines (including the current vintage of Terra Tartaro) at Wine Paris!
Wine & Vinyl – Hungary’s first crowd funded wine and music project
A love project from Mór wine region: the flagship Sunmoonstar (Napholdcsillag) white blend first vinified in the most natural way, paired with a vinyl with the greatest music of N
Wine of a niche grape tricks wine writers
Csóka (meaning 'blackbird') was an almost extinct grape variety. Vylyan Vineyard and Winery was looking for something local and ancient...
“Bottled Balaton” in Paris on 12–14 February
Taste Homola wines at the first large, international wine expo of the year: Wine Paris, 12–14 February, Wine Paris – Vinexpo
Furmint Grand Tasting in Warsaw on 5 February
Let us recommend Winicjatywa tasting now for trade visitors and for consumers as well (only from 16.00 to 18.00). Patricius (in our cover photo) is one of the 20 exhibitors.
Which countries give the most best value wines?
James Suckling has recently published his list of the Top 100 Value Wines of 2023. Hungary is represented with one wine on this precious list: Sauska Merlot Kopár 2017 from Villá
Fall in love with Lajver in Paris, then enjoy in Szekszárd
Come and taste Signum Bikavér, Incognito white Kékfrankos and the other amazing Lajver wines at Wine Paris (12–14 February), and then later in February – at the estate, in Sz
A legendary importer: Peter Goossens, Belgium
the story of Global Wineries started with a passionate sommelier, who 30 years ago decided to work with Hungarian wines.
A “Shed” with miracles on the far west of Hungary
Őrség is an idyllic region in Hungary, and it has a Michelin recommended restaurant with a recently renewed menu due to the new chef. Having dinner here is like eating in the for
Enjoy Wine & Chocolate pairings delivered to your home!
The family winery founded by Ferenc Tóth has a long history of working with chocolate masters – now you can simply order the wine & chocolate pairings from their webshop.
Wine Carnival at Tornai on 24 February
Leading Somló family winery awaits adventurous guests for the annual carnival and wine dinner. Fancy dresses are not mandatory, but the most creative disguise can win prizes.
The “Super 12 Red” wines
The 8th selection of the Circle of Hungarian Winewriters took place in December, and the results have just been announced.
The “Super 12 White” wines
The 8th selection of the Circle of Hungarian Winewriters took place in December. The conclusion is that more of the lighter, easy to drink wines made it to the Super 12 list, with
Forget the cold, celebrate Vince Day at Babarczi estate!
Sunny smiles and warm welcome is guaranteed on 20 January at Babarczi estate near the gorgeous town of Pannonhalma.
Heumann Merlot – a wine to keep or enjoy now
Recently the varietal Merlot 2017 has received 94 points and won the panel tasting in an important wine magazine of Hungary.
Two Hungarian wines in Wojciech Bonkowski MW’s top 12 of 2023
The first Polish Master of Wine has long been passionate about Tokaj, he even completed his MW thesis about Tokaj.
10 great wine pics from our winemakers
We are delighted to see so much creativity from the winemakers! Some photos are taken by professionals, others are simple, but lovely shots – we are happy to see that winemakers
The cutest post of the year
We came across this somehow unusual harvest post on the Facebook page of Gál Tibor Winery, the speaker is Gréti, Tibor Gál's wife.
XXI. Eger Wine Saloon on 29 December
Gál Tibor Winery, Juhász Brothers, Tóth Ferenc Winery – altogether 9 wineries pour their wines all night in Eger at Broadway Event Hall.
A great selection of Somló wines in Poland
If you live the minerality of the volcanic wines, if you have ever tasted the unmistakable "Somló character" and if you live in Poland, we have good news.
Merry Christmas!
In the name of our partner wineries, we would like to thank you for being interested in Hungarian wines and we wish you many more moments when you find pleasure in our wines!
Red wine & chocolate cake by Tűzkő Estate
Tűzkő Kékfrankos 2020 is the protagonist of this easy-to-make recipe – a stainless steel fermented and aged fruity, easy going red wine.
Santa Baby, hurry down the chimney tonight!
...And we also have a wine contest with only rosé wines, judged by wine experts called 'Claus' (Miklós in Hungarian)!
Wedding oath bottled
The youngest member of Garamvári family has created a wonderful love confession. It is made of Pinot Blanc, it was aged for 24 months on the lees and only 1000 bottles mare made.
The Glorious March of Heumann La Trinità Continues
Earlier this year we wrote about the immense success of three vintages of La Trinitá, a varietal Cabernet Franc made in Villány–thus it is a 'Villányi Franc'–by Heumann Wine
Furmint February in Budapest on 1st February
Furmint is great and thanks to the initiatives like Furmint February, more and more people get familiar with Furmint grape variety
Pre-Christmas lunch and New Year’s hike on Somló
Tornai Winery, the Most Beautiful Hungarian Wine Estate is worth a visit (or more)
More than 1000 wines at Borjour Magnum in Budapest on 17 February
Borjour Magnum is an ideal event to get a snapshot of Hungarian winemaking with more than 200 wineries in one place.
Taste Zsirai Tokaji Aszú with lamb tartare in London (or at home)
A Sweet Tokaj campaign is taking place in the United Kingdom among others with a Decanter Tokaj supplement and with Tokaji Aszú inspired dishes in 10 great restaurants throughout
Sweet December in the United Kingdom
The latest issue of Decanter magazine has just come out with a 16-page Tokaj supplement. The magazine is an excellent guide to not only Tokaj, but to a selected bunch of restaurant
New labels at Gere Tamás & Zsolt Winery
Novelty impresses us, makes us feel inspired, especially if the newer version of something feels right, feels perfect. This is the case with the new labels at Villány family winer
Good things in Moscow: Heimann & Sons wines
Lion Wines is a Moscow based, relatively small distributing company selling wines to the HoReCa sector. Recently Sergey Smolin has been placed in charge of the Eastern European por
Price-value blind tasting winner: Feind Irsai Olivér 2022
Feind Irsai Olivér 2022 has won the Irsai tasting this year. Taste it in Feind Wine Bar in Balatonfőkajár, only an hour's drive from Budapest.
Hungarian masterclass at Vinexpo India
Dúzsi and Babits wines in New Delhi – the 5 wines will be presented by Dr. Mariann Erdő on 8 December at 1 pm at Vinexpo India.
An Unconventional Rosé Sparkling from Somló
Somló is big enough for another estate placing emphasis on sparkling wines, and for those connoisseurs it is time to learn another name: Fehérvári Wine Estate.
Top 12 Cabernet Franc from Villány revealed
The 8th edition of Franc & Franc Forum and Tasting Day was a big success with full house.
Double Gold pack with 25% discount until tomorrow midnight
At the prestigious Gilbert & Gaillard International Wine Challenge 2023 Jammertal Wine Estate achieved another brilliant result...
New release: Babarczi Merlot 2021 from Pannonhalma
The new vintage of the multi-award winner wine is on sale in limited quantity! Babarczi Merlot 2021 is available at the winery and top restaurants.
Pannon Christmas Grand Tasting on 5th December in Budapest
It is always a privilege to taste grate wines, but what a privilege it is when the creator himself pours the wine! And what if the producer is a legend?
Vince Award winners 2023
Pannonhalma Archabbey (Pannonhalma), Holdvölgy (Tokaj) and Válibor (Badacsony are the three most successful wineries with two awards each.
Szaletly – a lovable restaurant in Budapest
Szaletly restaurant is a relatively new venue, yet it has reached fabulous ranking in the most prestigious Hungarian restaurant guide called Audi-Dining Guide.
Who is the next Winemaker of the Year?
Tamás Günzer (Villány), József Lamport (Eger), Zsolt Liptai (Pannonhalma), István Szepsy Jr and Csaba Vesztergombi (Szekszárd).
Vince Gala grand tasting on 18 November in Budapest
The annual wine tasting organized by Vince wine magazine team seems to be a great success – the basic entrance tickets are sold out, only some combined tickets are left.
Rum & Wine Evening at Dominium on 15 December in Mátra
Dominium Winey and guest house is located in the picturesque Mátra mountain – an ideal place to chill before the Christmas rush.
Garamvári’s Sweet Reasons for Sparkling Wine
Garamvári Sweet Classic has 8 g sugar / serving, while a glass of Jack & Coke has 33 g of sugar! Wouldn't you opt for the natural choice?
6 goose & wine offers from all over Hungary
We help expats and wine tourists with the translation of some of the goose offers – visit Badacsony, Tokaj, Eger, Szekszárd, Kunság or Villány this weekend!
Gubac, a top Merlot at Michelin star Babel Budapest
Gubac is a single vineyard Merlot from Szekszárd by Szeleshát estate – and another reason to choose Babel.
James Suckling’s global report on Hungary
The summary is based on several trips to Hungary, and it could not have happened without the owners and the team of Sauska estate.
When a winemaker is expecting a baby
The chief winemaker of Barta Winery has recently given life to her daughter. Let us reveal some challenges she faced as a winemaker during the pregnancy.
Red & White Grand Tasting in Budapest on 3 November
About 80 wineries will pour more than 200 red and white wines at this grand tasting by Borjour event organizing team. The venue is Stefánia Palace near City Park and Heroes' squar
Do the new EU label regulations give you a headache?
Winefo – the solution for the new EU wine label regulations. Create labels in 24 languages quicker than a wink.
Best GrüVe of Hungary: Steigler Bio 2022
Steigler is an organic winery with outstanding wines – as it was also proved at the last edition of Winelovers Wine Awards.
Grand Bordeaux Blend Tasting on 25 November in Budapest
The air of glamorous 5 star Corinthia Hotel will be filled with seductive scent of top red wines on this Saturday.
Double 3 pack Egri Bikavér from Tóth Ferenc Winery
It is worth taking an autumn trip to the town of Eger this week, since Egri Bikavér Gastronomic Days are still on. Tóth Ferenc Winery awaits wine enthusiasts, and for those who c
The Top 3 Villány red wines in Trybuszon Polish wine magazine
2Bratanki – meaning 2Friends – is a Polish retail, tasting room and online store with the largest selection of Hungarian wines. Tomasz Witkowski, the executive manager of 2Brat
Celebrate Juhfark with 14 winemakers on 21 October
The unique grape of Somló, Juhfark deserves to be celebrated–it is capable of great wines reflecting the volcanic terroir and it can also elevate our weekdays with its crispy an
14 October – an evening with 24 wineries in Mosonmagyaróvár
Babarczi and Pannonhalma Archabbey from Pannonhalma, Steigler from Sopron, Sabar from Badacsony and Holdvölgy from Tokaj will be among the exhibitors.
71 Hungarian medal winners at the 11th Asian Wine Trophy
Pinot Noir has the potential to give elegant wines in Hungary – let us introduce a red, a rosé and a white sparkling gold winner from the contest.
Winery of the Year 2023: Pannonhalma Archabbey Winery
Pannonhalma Archabbey is the first estate in the history of the award to receive it twice.
4 October: World Animal Day
World Animal Day is an international day of action for animal rights and welfare celebrated annually. Let us join the celebration, cheers to our friends!
“Once in a lifetime” tasting with Nimród Kovács on 14 October in Eger
"Once in a lifetime" tasting with Nimród Kovács on 14 October in Eger – taste 16 exclusive wines including magnums of Sky Furmint and Double Barrel
Homola Winery
Homola Winery is cultivating in the best vineyards of Csopak grape growing area, on 15 hectares of its own land, which is currently undergoing organic conversion. The natural appro
Pre-booking of iconic Gere Kopar lasts until 18 October
Pre-booking of iconic Gere Kopar lasts until 18 October. Order 24 bottles and you will receive a Gere Kopar Magnum as a gift.
Doctors & Wines: 13th wine selection of Semmelweis Medical University
Vesztergombi and Pannon Tokaj are the most successful wineries at the latest Semmelweis wine selection. See the list of top performing wines in 5 categories.
Gléda – a restaurant in Budapest from the “good old days”
Gléda – a restaurant in Budapest from the "good old days" with a great wine list for every palate, including Béres Diókút Hárslevelű.
14 October – a day with 9 Tokaj wineries at Patricius Winery
The host of the event is Patricius Winery, a historic estate with great wines. During the event guests are invited to visit the cellar. If you are interested, contact the winery.
Unique Hungarian wines in Berlin
“Small handcraft wineries, unique wines and as close to nature as possible” – this is the concept of the Hungarian & German Wine Bar of Noble Rot in Berlin.
Balaton Wine & Gourmet on 21–24 September in Veszprém
The event has already started, but you can still join on Saturday or Sunday – Veszprém is only 80 minutes' drive from Budapest.
New vintage Bock Extreme Syrah released
The 2020 vintage of this wine collected gold medal Berliner Wine Trophy and great gold medal at Citadelles du Vin. Will 2021 follow suit?
Another “Oscar” to Sauska
Sauska estate has received a silver for its Sauska Extra Dry 2016 made of the indigenous Furmint and Hárslevelű, while Sauska Magnum Brut NV took home a gold again!
Dr. Elisabeth Smith wine writer about 3 wines of Credo Imports
We – Hungarianwines.eu – are proud to have a role in: A, Credo Imports finding Hungarian wines to ship to the US and B, bringing Elizabeth Smith to Hungary for the first time
Are you strong enough to roll a barrel?
Gere Tamás & Zsolt winery has just released the first bottle of vintage 2023 – don't be afraid, it is not an accelerated wine, it is pure grape juice.
Harvest with Tóth Ferenc Winery team in Eger on 23 September
Síkhegy is a precious vineyard in Eger wine region, giving stunning Egri Bikavér wines. Work and fun, tasting grapes, must and wine.
Furmint bubbles in Spain
Recently a Hungarian sparkling wine has been presented by Xavier Roig wine expert, one of the best sommeliers of Spain.
Who’s that girl? The producer of the best Hungarian Merlot
The most recent acknowledgement: Babarczi Merlot won 5 stars at the latest panel tasting of Vince magazine, an influential print magazine in Hungary.
Have you heard of Castellum grape variety?
Castellum is a resistant grape with mostly "blue blood": it has 50% Rhine Riesling among its ancestors. Koch Castellum is an organic white wine from "happy grape".
“Királyleányka, Kadarka, some new faves of mine”
Jonas Röjerman MW was a jury member of the 6th WineWineWriting contest organized by Hungarianwines.eu. His trip to Hungary was sponsored by HNT (National Council of the Wine Comm
Fehérvári Wine Estate
The connection between the Fehérvári family and Somló wine region dates back to 1545. Together with the family estate, the knowledge and experience accumulated during generation
Pannon Wine Picnic with legendary winemakers on 9–10 September
The only 2 Michelin star restaurant of the Hungarian countryside, Platán will host 26 other renowned restaurants, confectioneries or bakeries – and top wineries.
Traditional dessert with poppyseed in Tokaj, with Tokaji
Enjoy poppyseed legally and on top of that pair it with Patricius 6 puttonyos Tokaji Aszú! Recipe and wine description.
Hungary is the 6th of 32 countries at Berliner Wine Trophy
At the recent summer edition Hungary received "only" 69 medals, yet it ranks us to the 6th place out of 32 countries.
A gold winner Rhine Riesling from Badacsony
Villa Sandahl Oh Deer was selected among Super 12, the best white wines by the Circle of Hungarian Winewriters earlier this year, and now Oh Deer won gold medal at the 2nd Winelove
30 years anniversary at Gál Tibor Winery on 23 September
Legendary wines will be poured at this tasting in Eger, in the cellar of Gál Tibor Winery. The cellar tasting will be the crown of the series of events celebrating the 30th annive
A rendezvous with a lady called Adél?
The Best Sustainable wine from Dominium (Mátra) at Budapest Wine Festival on 7–10 September in the Castle of Buda
Happy birthday, Sándor Mérész!
Etyeki Kúria chief winemaker is one of the 50 best Hungarian winemakers and celebrating his 50th birthday today.
4 gold winner wineries from Winelovers Wine Awards
Holdvölgy (Tokaj), Pannonhalmi Archabbey (Pannonhalma), Jammertal Wine Estate (Villány), Babarczi Vineyard and Winery (also from Pannonhalma) are some of the gold winners – wit
Evelyne’s Choice – new vintage Heumann rosé
A blend of 50% Kékfrankos and 50% Syrah from the Siklós vineyards of Heumann Winery (Villány wine region) is one of the favourite wines of Evelyne Heumann, co-owner of the estat
7 tips for Budapest Wine Festival on 7–10 September
The 32nd edition of the annual open air grandiose wine event is coming closer. Hungarianwines.eu reveals some of the participating wineries.
Gere Frici – refreshing company in the heat of August
The aerated sparkling wine of A. Gere Winery has a white and a rosé version, and listen! The white is already sold out!
Szeleshát Estate
Szeleshát is a single vineyard, has its own microclimate. These southern faced slopes warm up easily because they are located between the Hungarian Great Plain and the Geresd hill
Wine & Jazz in the city of Debrecen from today until Sunday night
Diverse list of exhibitors at the 3–6 August wine and music festival in the second largest city of Hungary.
Dubicz wines from Mátra mountain – for playful souls
Which Dubicz wine is in the picture in miniature format? "Kékfrankos– Cabernet Franc red blend, because Barbie had a hard day".
Zsirai moments in the eye of a photographer
Ferenc Dancses (alias Furmint Photo) brilliantly captured the playful personality of Kata Zsirai, winemaker of Zsirai Winery, and the great Szent Tamás terroir (Mád, Tokaj) is al
Steigler – part of nature
On the west border of Hungary there is a charming town called Sopron. Cobblestoned streets, tiny cafés and countless cellars. One of them is Steigler Cellar...
Sauska Rosé Brut – pink bubbles from Tokaj
I have had the chance to taste a whole flight of Sauska sparkling wines recently at a brilliant masterclass conducted by Sebastian Giraldo Makovej brand ambassador.
Taste “Young Lady” in pink at Lake Balaton
'Kisasszony' (literally 'Young Lady' or 'Miss') is a rosé wine made by Zsolt Gere in Villány. He will present his rosé wine this weekend at Lake Balaton.
Pannonhalma Archabbey
The vineyards of the Pannonhalma Archabbey are situated in the officially designated wine region of Pannonhalma which, with a total area of about 600 hectares, is one of the small
Béres Tokaji Eszencia, Gere Kopar – available in the US by Taste Hungary
Tokaji Eszencia is a heavenly wine collected drop by drop – hence the price. Yet, once in a lifetime you deserve it! While Gere Kopar is a stunning red wine, a true icon from the
Open cellar doors at Iván valley, Szekszárd on 22 July
The so called "Kadarka Tour" was an extremely popular event earlier this year, therefore the winemakers of the valley decided to open their cellar doors again.
Mátra wine & music festival on 28-29 July
Farkasmály is a picturesque village in Mátra, in the largest mountainous wine region of Hungary. 'Farkas' means 'wolf', and though today there are no wolves in the forest...
Raw/ka EzerYO IPA by Csetvei & Hedon
Krisztina Csetvei, "Mrs Ezerjó" and Hedon craft brewery have just released the fruit of their co-pruduction: an IPA beer with Ezerjó wine!
TÓTHÉK Picnic on 22 July in Eger
"We imagined a place on Síkhegy vineyard, under the poplar tree. We pictured a great place under the tree with sunbeds, a huge telescope, a pretty well, soft music, delicious bits
Alpha – the godfather of an icon wine
Csaba Vesztergombi chose the winning name, which was submitted by Michal B. Paradowski.
Noble bubbles in the heat of the summer: Patricius Brut
If you are wandering around Tokaj wine region, Patricius Winery offers a picnic basket full of local delicacies and certainly a bottle of chilled, bottle fermented sparkling wine!
Rose, Riesling and Jazz in Veszprém on 7–16 July
Around 30 wine exhibitors will pour their wines, mostly from Balaton wine regions, for example Borbély Family Winery from Badacsony and Feind Winery from Balatonfüred.
Sip great wines on the river Danube on 27 July in Budapest
Unlimited tasting on board, 2 hours' boating with gorgeous view, good company – Winelovers River Night on 27 July in Budapest.
Frisecco Irsai Olivér – new release bubbly by Frittmann
Grape flower, peach, ethereal body, creamy bubbles, low alcohol – an ideal summer wine with refreshing carbon dioxide.
Red & white at the same time – what is that?
Kurt István Taschner is our Winemaker of the Week. He makes a wine nobody else does called Frühroter Veltliner, which received outstanding review in Vince magazine.
Tűzkő Wine Dinner at Haris Park, Budapest on 28 June
The new vintage of the premium wines will debut at a wine dinner in Budapest at Haris Park, a fabulous venue in the Buda side of Budapest.
Credo Imports launches Vylyan, Lajver and Feind wines in the USA
The first 3 wines of the Hungarian wineries have just been launched in two states of the United States of America.
The Best Summer Wine: Steigler BIO Siller from Sopron
Brilliantly clear, typical siller colour. Seductive, intense aromas with refreshing red berry fruits. The palate follows the nose with a huge basket of red currant, fresh sour cher
Antinori’s Hungarian Chardonnay is among the best wines of South-West Hungary
Tolna is lesser known besides the iconic Villány, the famous Szekszárd and the city of Pécs. Yet, our cover star is from Tolna: Chardonnay Barrique 2021 from Tűzkő Estate.
Zsófia of Jammertal: Female Winemaker of the Year!
Zsófia Kövesdi has won the prestigious title Female Winemaker of the Year 2023 by Selection-online.de German online wine publication.
Wine & Rum festival on 23-24 June in Mátra, Hungary
Volcanic wines in the afternoon, and as the sun starts going down, connoisseurs can continue with stunning rums – all in picturesque surroundings.
146 Hungarian medals at DWWA
Let us introduce 6 of the gold winner white wines. In a few days we will continue with high scored red wines.
Rosalia Wine Picnic in Budapest on 9-11 June
Exhibitors come from every corner of Hungary, just to mention a few: Borbély from Badacsony, Dúzsi from Szekszárd, Feind from Balatonfüred–Csopak, Garamvári from Boglárlell
Sparkling Balaton tasting on 10 June in Badacsonytomaj
This tasting called 'Balatoni Pezsgés' (something like Sparkling Tasting of Balaton) will surely be an invigorating start of the season with 12 exhibiting wineries from around lak
Winemakers’ conference in Eger on 16–17 June
How to make "mineral wines". Special vineyard practices to improve quality. Biodynamic conversion of a large winery. These are some of the topics of the Eger conference. Simultaneo
Gnocchi with smoked bacon and cabbage ragou & Tóth Ferenc Kadarka
Chef Tamás Stiller shows how to make gnocchi with perfect texture and he pairs it with the fruity and spicy Kadarka.
7 Hungarian medals at the 30th Concours Mondial de Bruxelles
7 Hungarian medals at the 30th Concours Mondial de Bruxelles including Etyeki Kúria Pinot Noir 2019 and Heumann Lagona 2017.
Tokaj & Villány tasting in Warsaw on 26 May
Kociolek i Wino is a wine shop and bistro with home made Hungarian dishes. The owner, Ewa Hangel is passionate about Hungarian wines and she is constantly looking for new and inter
The bird must stay! Tűzkő Banka Grüner Veltliner 2022
Tűzkő Estate, the Hungarian winery of Marchese Piero Antinori has recently updated their brand image including the logo and the labels.
Meet the “Kékfrankos fetishists” on 27 May in Mátra
Gyöngyöspata is a tiny, picturesque village in the mountainous Mátra. The highest peak of Hungary, Kékes (meaning something like "bluish") is not far from here, and the winemak
Best Sustainable, Best Merlot, Best Sauv Blanc and Best Syrah of VinAgora 2023
The first is a special prize sponsored by Chef Market, and we are glad to see that producers with sustainable approach get special attention.
New Hungarian Wine Guide in English
The new, 370 page wine guide is a must have for those, who would like to get up to date in the Hungarian wine scene.
Ezerjó Day on 16 May
Frittmann Winery has an iconic Ezerjó wine, which proves that this grape variety has the potential to give great barrel aged, complex white wines.
New guest house on volcanic Somló mountain
Tornai Winery can offer a new house for guests who prefer to stay longer in this magical place. The smallest wine region of Hungary is famous for its unique Juhfark grape...
Bud Wine 2023: the winners of the first Budapest Airport contest
One of the 4 winners is the star of our cover photo, Béres Lőcse Furmint 2017 from Tokaj.
Wine & Goumet Paradise in Baden-Baden on 19–21 May
Hungary will be represented by Sauska (Tokaj and Villány) and Zsirai Winery (Tokaj, Somló and Villány). The organizer is Falstaff magazine, a daily ticket costs 95 euros, a 3-da
Celebrate Sauvignon Blanc Day today!
Dubicz Winery and Vineyard has two Savignon Blanc wines: an entry level fresh one and a more complex one called Dubicz 1014 Sauvignon Blanc.
Enter now for Winelovers Wine Awards 2023!
Would you like your sparkling wine judged by Essi Avellan MW, the " Queen of Sparkles"? How about a wine description of your product by Rose Murray Brown MW, the renowned Scottish
Tempranillo from Mátra? Why not!
Fermentation took place in open vat spontaneously and the wine aged in second and third use oak barrel for 16 months. Due to the moderate barrel notes, the wine remained fruit driv
Szekszárd All Stars tasting in Budapest on 5th May
With 18 wineries from Szekszárd we can say that the wine region goes to Budapest with their latest releases. Fuxli, the siller of Szekszárd is darker than a rosé, a traditional
Robb Report about the “finicky fungus”
Mike DeSimone and Jeff Jenssen contributing editors are well aware of the uniqueness of Tokaj wines from Hungary, no wonder their latest piece is precise and accurate explaining ho
