Producer | Royal Tokaji |
Country | Hungary |
Region | Tokaj |
Varietal | Furmint |
Vintage | 2020 |
Sku | 36280 |
Size | 750ml |
Royal Tokaji, established in 1990, is a winery located in the village of Mád in the Tokaj wine region of Hungary, known for producing exceptional white wines using traditional methods dating back to the 17th century. The winery owns a combination of first and second-growth vineyards, including the renowned Mézes Mály, and primarily uses three grape varieties: Furmint, Hárslevelü, and Muscat de Lunel. Royal Tokaji's state-of-the-art winery, designed by Csaba Bodonyi, accommodates over 1,000 oak barrels for aging and has a stainless-steel tank capacity of 71,325 gallons. The winery produces several styles of wine, including dry, off-dry, and the iconic Tokaji Aszú, which is made by adding aszú berries affected by noble rot to a base wine, resulting in a sweet, rich, and complex wine that is aged for a minimum of three years before release.
The Royal Tokaji Dry Furmint is a crisp and refreshing white wine that beautifully showcases the unique characteristics of the Furmint grape grown in the volcanic soils of the Tokaj region. The 2019 vintage yielded ripe and full-flavored grapes with balanced acidity, resulting in a wine with enticing aromas of grape flowers, apple, and pear. On the palate, flavors of ripe apricot and peach are complemented by a sleek and intense profile, achieved through a combination of stainless steel and Hungarian oak aging. The wine's versatility makes it an excellent choice for a wide range of cuisines, from oysters and seafood to spicy dishes and fried foods.