Tokaj

Tokaj, famed for its age-worthy sweet wines loved by European royalty, offers many styles to explore, from rich Aszú to mineral-driven dry whites from volcanic soils.

Tokaj, the world’s first classified wine region (est. 1737), is best known for its sweet Aszú wines but also produces a wide range of styles. From bone-dry Furmint to the world’s sweetest Eszencia, Tokaj’s volcanic soils impart distinctive mineral notes to these versatile white wines, perfect for every stage of a meal.

Tokaj Kiraly Grand Cru hillside. Photo credit: Wines of Hungary

Tokaj Terroir

Tokaj’s terroir is defined by its volcanic soils, which contribute to its mineral-driven wines. The Tisza and Bodrog rivers, along with the shelter of the Zemplén Mountains, create the perfect conditions for noble rot by protecting the region from northern winds and promoting the humidity essential for Tokaji Aszú’s legendary sweetness.

With its cool continental climate and volcanic soils, Tokaj produces a range of styles—from crisp, dry Furmint to the world’s sweetest wine, Eszencia - discover them below.

Wine Styles of Tokaj

Dry Tokaji

Discover dry Tokaji wines, often made from Furmint but also featuring local grapes. These wines, Hungary’s answer to Riesling or white Burgundy, offer crisp, mineral-driven complexity.

Dry Tokaji

Tokaji Aszú

Looking for a wine with centuries of tradition and unmatched complexity? Tokaji Aszú, Hungary’s iconic noble rot wine, offers rich, honeyed sweetness and remarkable aging potential.

Aszú

Tokaji Szamorodni

Looking for a unique twist on Tokaji? Unlike Aszú, Szamorodni uses whole bunches of partially botrytized grapes, offering both dry and sweet styles with rich, nutty flavors. Explore its versatility.

Szamorodni

Tokaji Eszencia

Curious about the world’s sweetest wine? Tokaji Eszencia is made from the pure juice of botrytized grapes, resulting in an ultra-concentrated, syrup-like wine that can age for centuries. Discover its unmatched richness.

Eszencia