Nose
The scent is the warm, elegant character of the Villány vineyard. A flattering harmony of ripe, overripe red and black fruits, delicately salty-smoky notes and coffee.
Palate
When tasted, it is rich in soft tannins, but the aromas are not hidden. Typical of great wines, it closes with an intense, long finish in all its elements.
Growing Conditions
The winter of 2020 was dry and was prolonged but we finished the pruning in time. In the end of March there were serious cold and snow but the vines were not damaged. The dryness continued in April with a longer period. Spring was cold so the initial development of the sprouts was slower but later the vine developed according to the many year average – bringing in the leeway. Healthy bunches could wait the harvest. We could pick nice, healthy, well ripen, fruity berries. Thanks to the warm and dry weather the ripening of the late varieties became swift so the harvest was ended even with these varieties until 10th October.
Harvest
October 2024.
Winemaking
Alcoholic fermentation and malolactic fermentation in stainless steel tanks.
Aging
80% aged in new and 20% in 2nd fill barriques for 16 months.
Appearance
A seed turning black in the glass, a slow-moving, substantial batch.