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Description of the Domaine Demeter Zoltan
Domaine Demeter Zoltan is an iconic figure in the Tokaj region of Hungary, known for its biodynamic winemaking practices and its dedication to preserving the authenticity of the terroir. This estate produces world-renowned Tokaji wines, showcasing the richness and complexity of local grape varieties in each vintage.
Description of the Cuvée Tokaji Aszù 6 puttonyos
The Cuvée Tokaji Aszù 6 puttonyos from Demeter Zoltan is one of the jewels of Hungarian winemaking, representing the pinnacle of sweetness and complexity. Produced with grapes selected for their sugar and botrytized concentration, this wine is a magnificent example of the art of Aszù, offering unparalleled richness and depth of flavors.
Aromas of the Cuvée
This Tokaji Aszù 6 puttonyos reveals an extraordinary aromatic spectrum, with notes of candied orange, fig, dried apricot and honey. The aromas are complemented by nuances of saffron and gingerbread, adding a spicy and exotic dimension to the olfactory profile.
Characteristics of the Cuvée
- Grape variety: Mainly Furmint, with contributions from Hárslevelű and other regional grape varieties
- Profile: On the palate, the wine is extremely dense and viscous, with an opulent sweetness balanced by a lively acidity that cleanses the palate and prolongs the finish. The flavors are as rich and multi-layered as the aromas, providing a memorable taste experience.
- Aging Potential: This Tokaji Aszù is exceptionally well suited to prolonged aging, capable of evolving and enriching over several decades.
Pairings with this Cuvée
This wine is ideal to enjoy with complex desserts like tarte Tatin, spiced pudding, or simply as a post-meal meditation. It also pairs well with blue-veined cheeses, providing a contrast of flavors that awakens the senses.
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The little history of the country
Hungary
It was the Romans who planted the first vines at a time when the Country was part of a region called Pannonia. It was at the dawn of the 18th century that Hungary, united with Austria, ensured the export of its most famous wine throughout Europe: Tokaj (from the Fürmint grape variety). As throughout Europe, in the 19th century, viticulture was destroyed by phylloxera. During the communist period, vineyards were managed in cooperatives which guaranteed a stable income for wine producers. Quite a few small winegrowers were unable to keep up with this growing economy, so the Hungarian vineyard was restructured, losing 30% of its surface area in the process. Nowadays, many family estates have emerged, some of which produce wines of incredible quality. As everywhere in Europe, viticulture is in decline as part of the European restructuring plan for the wine industry. Hungary, which is at the same latitude as Burgundy, has a continental climate with hot summers and cold winters. The rainfall is sufficient for non-irrigated viticulture and the soils are heterogeneous and of high quality depending on the region. With around a hundred indigenous and international grape varieties, the country has good varietal diversity. The fürmint and the hárslevelü from the Tokaj region, vinified dry and at the origin of the great sweet wines of Tokaj, are undoubtedly the best-known varieties today. The most widely planted grape variety is Olasrizling for whites and Kéfrankos for reds. International grape varieties, mainly Bordeaux grape varieties, flourish in particular in the south of the country where they produce high-class wines.