FURMINT DRY
DOMAINE IMPERIAL HETSZÖLÖ
Appellation: Tokaj Furmint Dry
Vineyard: 45 hectares of Domaine Imperial Hétszölö (south-south east exposure) whose soil composition is loess with clay and a sub-soil of volcanic rock.
Varietals: 100% Furmint
Production: 24 000 - 36 000 bottles depending on the vintage.
History: Furmint is the most widely grown grape in Tokaj. The first written record of this varietal in Hungary dates back to the end of the 17th century. Considered as the finest white variety, it gives Tokaj its inimitable, vibrant and aromatic caracter.
Vinification: Harvested exclusively by hand. The fermentation in stainless steel vats, and at carefully controlled temperatures (14-18°C), lasts about 10 days.The wines are filtered only very lightly to maintain a maximum amount of aromas and structure. Bottled in February-March following the harvest. The new vinification center (built in 1992) is situated next to the vineyards itself.
Style: The wine has a beautiful, yellow colour. The bouquet is clean and develops nicely in the glass. It is reminiscent of various fruits (such as peaches) and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is crisp and full-bodied. The fruitiness comes out particularly on the finish which hashints of apricot and walnuts. The flavour is quite long. Furmint exemplifies a fine traditionally made Hungarian wine.Furmint makes a delicious aperitif and is also a fine accompaniment to roast poultry, white meats and game.It also goes wonderfully with fruit tarts and other desserts.Ideal serving temperature: 10-12° C (50-54° F).
Vineyard: 45 hectares of Domaine Imperial Hétszölö (south-south east exposure) whose soil composition is loess with clay and a sub-soil of volcanic rock.
Varietals: 100% Furmint
Production: 24 000 - 36 000 bottles depending on the vintage.
History: Furmint is the most widely grown grape in Tokaj. The first written record of this varietal in Hungary dates back to the end of the 17th century. Considered as the finest white variety, it gives Tokaj its inimitable, vibrant and aromatic caracter.
Vinification: Harvested exclusively by hand. The fermentation in stainless steel vats, and at carefully controlled temperatures (14-18°C), lasts about 10 days.The wines are filtered only very lightly to maintain a maximum amount of aromas and structure. Bottled in February-March following the harvest. The new vinification center (built in 1992) is situated next to the vineyards itself.
Style: The wine has a beautiful, yellow colour. The bouquet is clean and develops nicely in the glass. It is reminiscent of various fruits (such as peaches) and dried herbs. On the palate, the wine is crisp and full-bodied. The fruitiness comes out particularly on the finish which hashints of apricot and walnuts. The flavour is quite long. Furmint exemplifies a fine traditionally made Hungarian wine.Furmint makes a delicious aperitif and is also a fine accompaniment to roast poultry, white meats and game.It also goes wonderfully with fruit tarts and other desserts.Ideal serving temperature: 10-12° C (50-54° F).