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Homola Winery
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
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.
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
Buborczi by Babarczi written by Elizabeth Smith
The US wine writer of Naked Wines arrived at her 5th piece of the series of Hungarian sparkling wines. Here she introduces Dubicz and Babarczi sparkling wines, which are both aerat
Egri Csillag 4 day fair starts today!
Come to the beautiful Dobó square in Eger this weekend, enjoy live music and the latest vintage Egri Csillag wines, the white blend of Eger wine region.
The four faces of Furmint – another brilliant article by Tamlyn Currin
Her recent article reveals her interesting insights about Furmint styles partially determined by their exposure. The article contains reviews of 61 wines Furmint from Hungary.
ChardonNite at Etyeki Kúria (near Budapest) on 24 June
The annual Chardonnay event is a great occasion to visit Etyeki Kúria, but if you happen to stay in Hungary, check it out before: the restaurant of the estate offers exciting dish
“Come and visit us” on 6th May – Garamvári, South Balaton
"Taste Around Balaton" is a series of events with different venues at each time, on 6th May the host is Garamvári Vineyard.
Winelovers Summer Opening in Budapest on 1 June at Intercontinental Corso Terrace
Corso Terrace on the bank of the River Danube is undoubtedly one of the most spectacular spots in the capital of Hungary. And what if the experience is topped by around 15 wineries
Bock wine dinner with Transylvanian dishes on 11 May
The Transylvanian restaurant Páva will present the dishes on this unique wine dinner in Villány at Bock Óbor Restaurant, certainly with all the courses paired with a Bock wine.
Golden rose: Dúzsi Syrah Rosé 2021
Another gold medal went to Dúzsi Family Winery – but who counts? Tamás Dúzsi junior cannot recall if they have won 37 or 38 gold medals at Vinalies Mondial du Rosé in the pas
The winner of the 17th edition announced
The winner of the 17th edition announced. Zoltán Heimann from Szekszárd has been chosen by the other top winemakers of Hungary.
Hungarian Cab Franc success in California!
We are aware of the fact that this is not something like the legendary Paris Judgment, and certainly Hungary represented less than 10% of the wines.
Who will be the winner?
This award is considered to be the most prestigious Hungarian award by many experts, because the winemakers themselves choose the best one.
Sopron Wine Festivity on 19–21 May
The programmes take place in the romantic centre of Sopron with two stages and cobblestoned streets packed with food trucks and winery exhibitors.
Kóstolásra kérnek ajánlatot a csalók
A legfontosabb tanács, hogy mindig óvakodjunk az olyan levelektől, amelyekben nagyon elnagyoltan fogalmaznak
Happy guests, sold out wines – KNW recipe for success
Kovács Nimród Winery is undoubtedly one of the leading wineries of Hungary, always with outstanding quality, continuously with some novelties to speak about.
Kristinus Kelet – to celebrate our second chance
"Nice melting on the palate and very soft at the same time. A Orange wine that also tastes good to newcomers in the field."
Portugieser Tasting Festival on 15 April
Wine enthusiasts can taste most of the entries of Portugieser du Monde wine contest on 15 April in the city of Pécs.
More than 100 Hungarian gold medals from Berlin
Altogether 102 gold medals were given to Hungarian wines, two of them a grand gold. In 2019 we won 25 gold while in 2021 Hungary received 70 gold, so there is a visible increase!
Bock BV Syrah Extreme – liquid lush
"Layered, refined, fruity, spicy, velvety, rich, long, full bodied" – I could read in the review by Vince and when I could finally taste it, I could just agree.
The easter eggs you want to collect
Villány estate Vylyan announced Easter discounts for normal and some large bottles until Sunday night (2 April).
Save the “little girls”, drink Leányka!
With low yield Leányka can give concentrated, floral wines with silky, creamy texture. Some experts compare it to Viognier variety.
Badacsony grand tasting in Budapest on 22 April
36 wineries await lovers of volcanic wines at the 12th edition of "Badacsony in New York". The location is the prestigious, historic New York Palace in the heart of Budapest.
6 of the 6 Heumann wines are outstanding!
The Swiss wine writer, Adrian van Velsen rated the recently tasted Heumann wines between 87 and 97 points.
Gold medal to Chateau Teleki Merlot 2019 at CWSA Best Value 2023
Chateau Teleki Merlot 2019 from Villány (Hungary) won gold medal at Chinese CSWA Best Value wine competition.
Babarczi Marianum – gold again!
Marianum Cabernet Franc 2020 has collected a gold medal at Berliner Wine Trophy – just like vintage 2019.
25 Hungarian medals at Mundus Vini
25 medals have been given to Hungarian wines at the latest edition (Spring Tasting) of Mundus Vini international wine contest. 19 wines received gold medal.
Treasures of terroir – Juhfark, Irsai and friends at ProWein masterclasss
At ProWein masterclass called "Special Characters – Wines of Place" you can taste fabulous wines, like Mundus Vini gold winner Tornai Aranyhegy Juhfark 2020 from the tiny volcani
Happy Rhine Riesling Day!
Did you know that there is a wine estate in Hungary that makes wines exclusively of Rhine Riesling grapes? It is called Villa Sandahl.
Egri Csillag Week is on until 16 March
'Egri Csillag' meaning 'Eger Star' is a refreshing white blend, ideal in springtime. Several restaurants and wine bars of Eger, Budapest and even one place of Veszprém offer Egri
Are you an ace of Hungarian grapes?
Are you a Furmint fan? Have you heard about Juhfark? Is Kékfrankos your new favourite? Test your nowledge now! We also give tips when and what you can taste at ProWein on 19–21
Quadruple Jammertal success on WineAdvocate.com
Villány estate Jammertal boasts with three 90+ wine reviews on WineAdvocate.com, the influential wine website founded by Robert Parker.
Unmissable ProWein masterclass on 20 March: the juicy & crispy Kékfrankos
Taste six gorgeous Kékfrankos wines accompanied with dishes prepared by Michelin Green Star chef Márton Tatai. The masterclass is conductaed by Pasi Ketolainen MW & András Horka
Happy Women’s Day!
Katinka late harvest Tokaj for Women's Day
Indigenous white varieties from Winelovers Webshop
Winelovers Webshop offers 1700 Hungarian wines from 220 wineries and what is the best of all: they ship to every European country.
Meet our wine ladies in London on 14 March
Female winemakers from the heart of Europe will present their wines at a trade and press tasting in London. Is female wine a thing?
Save the date: Bikavér ‘Wine Wandering’ in Szekszárd on 13 May
Fans of the Bikavér, the famous red blend of Szekszárd can wander from cellar to cellar. The participation fee entitles each guest for a tasting glass and 3 glasses of wine at ea
Oslo, 28 February: Hidden Treasures from Hungary
Norwegian wine experts, attention! Though it is quite last minute, you can still register for a professional tasting at the Embassy of Hungary tomorrow at 10.30.
Sparks of the Weekend: Lajver Blanc de Blancs
If you choose Lajver Wine Estate as the venue of your wedding, the outstanding wedding toast sparkling wine is guaranteed as well.
Portugieser judges wanted
Villány wine region, the organizer of the 9th Portugieser du Monde international wine contest invites 3 Hungarianwines.eu followers to judge the wines of this indigenous black var
51 more reasons for ProWein
Hungary has a long tradition of winemaking and Tokaj has been world famous for centuries. The strong focus on wine predestines the country to take the leading role in Central Easte
Wines of a spicy nation
As Elizabeth points out, spice is the number one descriptor in wine reviews all over the world, and Hungary even tops the average – to prove that the MW lists numerous examples.
Furmint ‘By The Glass’ in New York on 18 February
"We are celebrating Furmint February so the star of the show is the Estate Furmint by Patricius Winery. As for the bites, Rake Wine Bar is preparing some Hungarian delicacy."
The glorious march of La Trinità
There must be some "holy" in that vineyard in Siklós (Villány wine region). It is called Trinitás, meaning The Holy Trinity, and Heumann Winery picks the grapes here for its var
Mátra Wine Saloon on 17 February
The estates in Mátra are mostly run buy young, ambitious winemakers, thus Mátra is definitely one of our most dynamic regions. Taste wines from 25 wineries!
Double ticket offer to taste 700 wines in Budapest on 1st April
700 wines from 100 winery exhibitors in 5 star Corinthia Hotel Budapest at the annual grand tasting of Winelovers.
A sparkling wine that makes you contemplate
Edit Szabó renowned wine writer, owner of Borsmenta online wine magazine has recently evaluated Taschner Chardonnay Brut 2018.
La Vie en Rosé – Garamvári love pack
Garamvári Vineyards has two great offers: Rendezvous in White and La Vie en Rosé. Both packs have amazing price for the value.
Borjour Magnum tasting in Budapest with 200+ wineries on 18 February
The largest indoor tasting takes place on the 18th February at Budapest Congress Centre. The 13th edition will feature more than 200 wineries with more than 1000 wines.
The best red wine: Vesztergombi Alpha, Szekszárd, 2017
Sebestyén Nagy winewriter has a unique style of writing is unmistakable and style luckily meets a sophisticated and – most of all – unbiased palate. At the end of 2022 he post
Valentine dinner at Vylyan in Villány on 14 February
Vylyan Vineyards and Winery awaits couples to celebrate love with a special dinner held within the underground cellar. Dim lights, enchanting wines, invigorating dishes
Attila 2012 The Library Collection – only 66 packs are available!
Villány icon winery is probably most famous for their Kopar cuvée or Solus Merlot, but there is a wine at the estate above the others, and this is Attila –
5 dream wine venues for wedding
'Yes" on the top of a volcano or in a chapel-like wine cellar. Wedding dinner in "The Most Beautiful Wine Estate", professional team in the "Vineyard of Budapest".
Grandiose Furmint tasting in Budapest on 2nd February
Around 100 exhibitors are expected, at the moment of this post 79 exhibitors are confirmed. Borbély, Steigler, Tornai, Sauska and many more.
New Frittmann labels inspired by drone photos
"The endless rows of vines of vast Kunság wine region" – the new labels of Frittmann Winery feature a simplified image of the vineyards of the largest wine region of Hungary.
The Foxy Lady from Mór
Unfiltered, unfined orange wine made of 100% indigenous Ezerjó grape, another fruit of Krisztina Csetvei's experimental spirit.
Romantic dining on volcanic Somló mountain on 10–12 February
Tornai Winery is an ideal wedding venue, and if you have not made up your mind yet, you can still enjoy a "warming up" lunch or dinner at Valentine weekend (10–12 February).
Eger Superior Tasting in Budapest on 26 January
At the grand tasting of Eger Superior wines not only Egri Bikavér Superior wines are featured, but Superior wines of other styles, too.
Taste Furmint, Kabar and Tokaji Aszú at Wine Paris on 13–15 February
The annual grandiose wine expo in Paris will take place on 13–15 February. More than 3100 exhibitors – including Chateau Dereszla Tokaj – from 52 countries await trade visito
Top Villány wines in Swiss Vinum magazine
Harald Scholl editor in chief and Miguel Zamorano editor of Vinum magazine tasted 71 wines from Villány
Tasting Ezerjó from 1995 with Ákos Kamocsay on 20 January
On the 20th of January 8 super exciting wines will be poured to give another evidence about the ageing potential of reductive white wines.
Super 12 white and red wines announced
It is the 7th edition of the white and red Super 12 lists selected by the Circle of Hungarian Wine Writers.
Egri Bikavér and Tokaji at Fabel Miami
As New York based Citadella Imports announces, Fabel restaurant in Miami has included single vineyard Gál Tibor Pajados Egri Bikavér and Patricius Tokaji Aszú 6 puttonyos along
Wine & Chocolate on 13 January in Eger
It is already a tradition for Tóth Ferenc Winery to start the new year with a chocolate and wine pairing, so will they do this year.
‘Furmint Février in Paris on 7 February
A whole day event awaits wine connoisseurs to discover Furmint, this versatile grape, which is the one of the most important grape of Tokaji Aszú wines, but equally important as T
Passionate importers of Hungarian wines – thank you!
Below you can find some interviews with great representatives of Hungarian wines. Certainly, there are many more, we will go on introducing more fantastic importers next year.
Top 9 Hungarian sparkling wines
All the 9 bottle fermented sparkling wines are made of Furmint grape, 2 of them contains some Chardonnay.
The wine list of the first Hungarian 2 Michelin star restaurant outside Budapest
Michelin Guide went to the countryside of Hungary for the first time, and Platán restaurant has immedialy received not one, but two Michelin stars!
“Poland is a blank page to write on”
"2Bratanki" webshop with the widest selection of Hungarian wines has just been launched. Interview with Tomasz Witkowski.
Duck breast with Barta Tokaji Szamorodni
There was an initiative to rename the traditional Tokaj style called Szamorodni. The name remained, what is more, it is trendier than ever. Barta Winery makes a superb example of t
Christmas wine: Heimann & Fiai Szívem Baranya-völgy Kékfrankos 2019
Szívem' means 'My heart' and it is the name of a parcel of Baranya-völgy vineyard (Szekszárd wine region). For someone in the past that 1.5 hectare parcel of land must have mean
Spice up your Christmas from the Winelovers Webshop
Winelovers Webshop has probably the largest selection of Hungarian wines with more than 1700 wines from 220 wineries.
Wines of the City of Debrecen announced
This year 359 wines enetered the competition from 61 wineries in 17 wine regions of the country. Sol Montis Premium Olaszrizling 2021 is one of the seven selected wines.
Christmas wine: Dereszla Kabar, Tokaj
An exciting, almost unknown grape variety from our precious Tokaj wine region. Try it with honeyed pork knucke!
A day in Sopron will put you in festive mode!
Enjoy local gastronomy and the stunning Kéfrankos (Blaufrankisch) wines in Sopron. It takes just an hour by train from Vienna!
3 great Hungarian wines picked by Valeria Tenison
The Bordeaux based wine writer participated in Hungarianwines.eu's study tour in August. Her tasting notes have just been published in VertdeVin magazine.
Christmas wine: Tűzkő 300 Cuvée 2013, Tolna wine region
Almost 10 year old beauty with still a lot of potential. Only 300 bottles are made in each vintage, so you'd better hurry to get some of the last bottles of 2013.
Goose liver starter with a bit of “inspiration” from Ákos Kamocsay
Goose liver is one of the most important export products of Hungary (more than 1700 tons are produced) – so why not pair it with one of the greatest Hungarian winemakers' premium
Christmas wine: Béres Lőcse Furmint 2017
Nectarines, tangerine and exploding sweet lime and the locust-tree/acacia-blossom sweetness. The oak is but a whisper, bringing a pencil-tip-fine stipple of spice, more felt than t
Champion rosé at the ‘other’ Budapest Airport shop
A reader of ours suggested to take a closer look at the other shop with wines at the airport, called Memories of Hungary – so we did.
Christmas wine: Gál Tibor Síkhegy Egri Bikavér Grand Superior 2016, Eger
Sleek, ethereal wine with unbelievable elegance. Nothing is exaggerated, yet every component is present with astonishing emphasis. It is flowing, swirling, captures you, release yo
God save the bubble producers!
The decision was born in 2019. Lajver has 12 terraces at different altitudes and different exposures to the sun. For the sparkling the team chose the cooler one of the two Chardonn
Christmas wine: Csetvei Drágakő 2021, Somló
The first sweet wine of my life. The scent is dominated by spices, peaches and honey, not overpowering or cloying. Salty and sweet, light and elegant. I think it is unrepeatable.
Prepare for #CabFrancDay with the Top 12 Villányi Franc
4th December, the International #CabFrancDay is on Sunday, are you prepared? There are stunning Cabernet Franc varietal wines in many parts of the world from the Loire to Californi
Christmas wine: Feind Syrah 2017, Balaton
"Mediterranean style nose with spices of Provence (mainly thyme). Spicy palate with ripened red fruit character. Full bodied, complex wine with serious ageing potential."
Christmas wine: Jammertal Ars Poetica Pinot Noir 2017
We recommend an exciting wine every day until Christmas. Our first wine is Jammertal Ars Poetica Pinot Noir 2017 from Villány. What, how, why, what to pair with, where and for how
Dubicz: a Mátra winery with creative ideas
Painting with tasting, quad ride in the mountain and several other creative tastings are available at Dubicz estate. Experiences for Christmas!
Budapest Airport best buys
Budapest Airport offers an undoubtedly high quality selection of Hungarian wines, for example Etyeki Kúria, Vylyan, Sauska and Patricius.
Hungary will rank higher in the biodynamic world chart thanks to Kristinus
Kristinus Wine Estate received its Demeter certification for all of its 62 hectares, and with this Kristinus is the largest biodynamic producer of Hungary.
The essence of beauty – ladies’ tasting on 25 November in Miskolc
Participants of this unique evening can taste wines from all over Hungary, what is more, all the wines will be poured personally by the female winemaker /manager / owner / founder.
The readers have chosen: Vince Awards announced
20 wines and 2 special awards given at Vince Gala in Budapest. 3 of the award winners: Kovács Nimród Battonage Chardonnay, Borbély Kéknyelű and Dúzsi Csabernet Franc Rosé.
Hungarianwines.eu: Best Hungarian Wine Information Platform 2022
Hungarianwines.eu receives Best Hungarian Wine Information Platform 2022 award. We are glad... This entry is in Hungarian.
Have you prepared for 20 November International Kadarka Day?
Cheers to the passionate winemakers of Kadarka / Gamza / Cadarcă! Hopefully you can find a Kadarka wine near your home, just like Elizabeth Smith US wine writer did
12 unmissable wineries of Advent Wine Saloon in Pécs on 4th December
500 wines from 150 wineries plus 50 local delicacies with one ticket – the annual Christmas wine tasting is organized by pecsiborozo.hu.
Cauliflower with red hummus & KNW Jazz Egri Bikavér
Let us share a recipe created by gastro vlogger Adrienn Vass (Rókaland vlog).
7 goose feasts around Hungary on 11–13 November
Let us recommend 7 great destinations or wines: Lajver (Szekszárd), Tóth Ferenc (Eger), Babarczi (Pannonhalma), Tornai (Somló), Frittmann (Kunság), Gere Tamás & Zsolt and Vyly
Vote for Zsirai Winery website
When I first saw the new website, I was enchanted by the little animated car riding on the map of Tokaj wine region and I said wow
2 day wine “therapy” in the city of Győr on 25–26 November
More than 30 wineries will pour their wines from all over the country with special emphasis on Pannonhalma for example with Babarczi estate.
Who is the next Winemaker of the Year?
In the past 30 years of the prestigious title the most winners came from Szekszárd wine region. Will Szekszárd keep its position?
Gere Kopar En Primeur for two more weeks
Attila Gere's iconic Bordeaux blend named Kopar is pioneer with being available en primeur. This year's Kopar subscription campaign runs until 15 November.
Taste Balaton in autumn as well – on 5 November in Veszprém
At this Balatonalmádi tasting visitors can taste wines from 25 wineries, like Feind Winery from Balatonfüred, Tornai Winery from Somló or Garamvári Vineyard from South Balaton
Passionate winemaker wanted for top Villány winery
Are you experienced in winemaking? Are you thrilled by challenges? Would you like to work in one of the top quality terroirs of Europe?
Franc & Franc 2022 in Villány on 25–26 November
On the 25th of November we can get a deep insight into the different styles of Cabernet Franc from the Loire to Argentina. Participants can also taste the Top 12 Villányi Franc wi
Vote for Vince Award wines and taste the winners on 19 November in Budapest
VinCE wine magazine has announced its nominees for VinCE Award. The award debuted last year, and this year again renowned wine experts put together 3 nominees in each category.
Csetvei Amphora Ezerjó at 2 Michelin Belgian Castor
Thanks to Roi des Rois import company, Csetvei Ezerjó 2020 aged in amphora is available at Castor by the glass. It is paired with a first dish of "Hamachi / Rooibos / Oyster / Ver
“Grand” indeed! Eszterbauer top red from Szekszárd
VinCE Hungarian print wine magazine tested top red wines at its latest panel tasting Eszterbauer Grand received 5 stars and made it to the cover.
Wine of the Weekend: Patricius Furmint
This wine boasts a distinctive fruity varietal character, complemented with a perfumed nose due to Furmint grape.
Sopron Steigler wines in the UK and the US
Thanks to Best of Hungary UK organic Steigler Kékfrankos is available in the UK. What is more, Taste Hungary US has just included Steigler wines in their portfolio.
Meet 40+ winemakers on the 12th at Bordó November in Budapest
Taste Lajver from Szekszárd, Tűzkő from Tolna, Taschner from Sopron – and you will quickly get a picture of Bordeaux blends made in different wine regions of Hungary.
Happy 30th birthday, Vylyan!
Vylyan Vineyard and Winery celebrates its 30th anniversary this year. First, let me pinpoint some of the latest extravaganzas from Vylyan, to make you understand the greatness of t
Frittmann Kadarka 2020 – ultimately vigorous
Frittmann family winery in Kunság makes a true Kadarka with all its typical characteristics: "The light garnet red colour is typical to the Kadarka grape variety. In the nose, it
Villány “Golden Tasting” on 13 October in Budapest
Stefánia Palace near the iconic Heroes' Square will host the unmissable tasting of the gold winner red ones of Hungary's top red wine region, Villány. Around 100 great wines will
Béres Plum ‘Pálinka’ – the purple fruit of Tokaj
Plum harvest took place a few days ago in Erdőbénye, where Béres winery is situated surrounded by some of their most prestigous vinayards called Lőcse. This year's pálinka is
Wine, love, happiness on 22 October
The astonishing statue called LOVE awaits wine lovers again. On the Saturday of 22 October welcomes guests for a long and unforgettable fiesta. Pre-sale tickets are available at 60
“Bikavér marathon” in Eger on 18–29 October
En primeur, grand tasting, cellar tour and degustation dinners – celebration for more than 10 days in the heart of Eger wine region.
Taste Heimann Kékfrankos in Szekszárd, London or California!
3 great places to taste Heimann Kékfrankos: Heimann estate on 7 October for a harvest dinner, London with Blue Danube tasting on 12 October and any time in a virtual space – Som
Enjoy the autumn menu at Gere Mandula restaurant
Villány Red Wine Festival is a great opportunity to taste the great red wines of Villány and Gere A. Winery is an ideal place to stay. Also check out November special offers!
Tűzkő – The Best Chardonnay of Winelovers Wine Awards
623 wines were submitted from 14 countries. Tűzkő Estate in Tolna received the ackowledgment of The Best Chardonnay of the contest.
Vingardium in the City of Budapest on 15 October
"Bálna" (literally 'Whale') is a relatively new building in Budapest made of glass and metal. A shopping centre with event venue and this is where Vingardium will present 24 winer
VinÓvár wine tasting on 1st October in Mosonmagyaróvár, Hungary
A new feature of this year's edition is that natural wines with minimal interventions are presented together in the so called "Natural Wine Courtyard".
Sauska’s golden bubbles – success at CSWWC 2022
All of the three Sauska medal winner sparklings are made of grapes grown exclusively in Tokaj wine region and each of them contains some Furmint, the flagship white grape of Tokaj.
Sopron study tour on 3–5 October
Wine writers and trade members are welcome, all costs are covered by the organizers except for flight (or other travel cost).
Tokaj vineyards before and after
There were altogether 63 entries and the 20 shortlisted writings have just been announced. Gergely Somogyi, owner and editor of Tokaj Today made an excellent piece in the given top
Only one little barrel
New release Egri Pinot Noir Superior – Tóth Ferenc Winery has released a very limited edition Pinot from a tiny parcel in Steiner vineyard.
5 gold winner wines from the National Wine Contest of Hungary
231 wineries entered 824 wines and altogether 248 medals were given. The National Council of the Wine Communities Hungary (NCWCH) organized the most traditional producer wine tasti
Sparkling Relax for couples at Hotel Bock Ermitage
Bock Sparkling Relax package offers a complete treatment for "the sound and the body". The special offer includes massage with grape seed oil, private aromatherapy bath with sparkl
Ride your bike and taste Dúzsi’s “bike wine”
Test the new bike route from Budapest to Etyek and enjoy the next event of Etyek Picnic. September 3 Pedal Bar is dedicated to cyclists, no wonder Le Tour de Dúzsi rosé wine will
Patricius Furmint in New York City luxurious restaurant
The wine list of Buddakan is not the largest of the world, however it is a great mix of everything – ideal for adventurous spirits.
