Winery Somlói Apátsági PinceHárslevelű
White wine
This wine generally goes well with
The Hárslevelű of the Winery Somlói Apátsági Pince is in the top 20 of wines of Nagy-Somló.
Wine flavors and olphactive analysis
On the nose the Hárslevelű of Winery Somlói Apátsági Pince in the region of Balaton often reveals types of flavors of non oak, earth or oak and sometimes also flavors of tree fruit, citrus fruit.
Details and technical informations about Winery Somlói Apátsági Pince's Hárslevelű.
Discover the grape 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.
Last vintages of this wine
The best vintages of Hárslevelű from Winery Somlói Apátsági Pince are 2013, 2011, 2017, 2015 and 0.
Informations about the Winery Somlói Apátsági Pince
The Winery Somlói Apátsági Pince is one of of the world's greatest estates. It offers 10 wines for sale in the of Nagy-Somló to come and discover on site or to buy online.
The wine region of Nagy-Somló
Smallest AOC in Hungary, around an isolated extinct volcano in Transdanubia, 100% basaltic bedrock. Juhfark signature as king white ("sheep's tail", almost exclusive native): opulent and mineral with yellow apple, citrus, honey, toasted almond, herbs and a volcanic smoky touch, high acidity and long ageing — known as "wine of the wedding night" under the Habsburgs. Taut Furmint, floral Hárslevelű (linden, honey), zippy Olaszrizling. Outstanding whites, rivals of Tokaj.
The wine region of Balaton
Hungarian region around the largest lake in Central Europe, 6 zones including volcanic Badacsony. Signature Olaszrizling (Welschriesling), Hungary's most planted grape: lively, mineral whites with signature notes of almond, citrus, green apple, white flowers and a herbaceous touch, a crisp finish - a typical thirst-quenching wine. Also round Szürkebarát (Pinot Gris), ample Chardonnay, rare native Kéknyelű. Basalt in the north, lakeside climate.
The word of the wine: Fulfilled
Said of a wine at its peak that is balanced and offers all its aromatic potential.
