Winery BalassaAszú 6 Puttonyos
wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Aszú 6 Puttonyos of the Winery Balassa is in the top 0 of wines of Tokaj.
Details and technical informations about Winery Balassa's Aszú 6 Puttonyos.
Discover the grape variety: Pinot lièbault
Supple and fruity reds with a ruby hue, smooth tannins and an airy palate with fresh acidity, featuring signature aromas of red fruits (cherry, raspberry), floral notes and gentle spices. Burgundian profile, later and more productive than classic Pinot Noir. Now almost extinct, it survives in a few old Burgundy vines and in variety conservation collections. Ancient variety of Pinot Noir selected by Charles Liébault in the 19th century in Burgundy.
Informations about the Winery Balassa
The Winery Balassa is one of of the world's great estates. It offers 24 wines for sale in the of Tokaj to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine 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.
The word of the wine: Saignée (rosé de)
Rosé wine made from a vat of black grapes after a short maceration period.
