Wines made from Harslevelu grapes of Tokaj
Discover the best wines made with Harslevelu as a single variety or as a blend of Tokaj.
More informations about the variety Harslevelu
Aromatic and structured whites with an ample palate and firm acidity, on aromas of linden flowers (hence its name, hárslevelű = linden leaf), honey, apricot, quince, yellow peach and spiced notes. Exceptional aptitude for noble rot. An essential component of the great Tokaji Aszú liquoreux and Tokaji Szamorodni, also vinified as ambitious dry whites at Somló and Eger. Native Hungarian variety, Furmint's historical partner in Tokaj.
More informations about the region of Tokaj
Cradle of the legendary Tokaji Aszú, "king of wines" per Louis XIV. Noble sweet wines based on Furmint (lively acidity prone to botrytis) and floral Hárslevelű ("linden leaf"): amber robe, signature aromas of honey, candied apricot, quince, orange peel, saffron, sustained sugar balanced by tense acidity. Measured in "puttonyos" (3 to 6) with Aszú Eszencia at the top. Also dry Furmint on the rise, straight and mineral.
What are the typical flavors of the Harslevelu grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 94% of Harslevelu
- Tree fruitPresent in 93% of Harslevelu
- Citrus fruitPresent in 81% of Harslevelu
- OakPresent in 75% of Harslevelu
- MicrobioPresent in 71% of Harslevelu
- Non oakPresent in 67% of Harslevelu
- Tropical fruitPresent in 64% of Harslevelu
- Dried fruitPresent in 55% of Harslevelu
- SpicesPresent in 50% of Harslevelu
- FloralPresent in 45% of Harslevelu
- HoneyPresent in 37% of Harslevelu
- VegetalPresent in 35% of Harslevelu
- ApricotPresent in 33% of Harslevelu
- PeachPresent in 28% of Harslevelu
- CitrusPresent in 27% of Harslevelu
- ApplesPresent in 27% of Harslevelu
- PearPresent in 24% of Harslevelu
- OrangePresent in 23% of Harslevelu
- VanillaPresent in 22% of Harslevelu
- Dried apricotPresent in 22% of Harslevelu