Disznoko - Dry Tokaji - Inspiration - 2023
Harvest
Manual harvest of fully ripened, healthy bunches in small boxes of 20 kg (44 lbs) between the 15th and 27th of September. Many different plots, mostly older vines of the Disznóko vineyard were harvested and vinified separately.
Vinification
The Furmint grapes were full bunch pressed, the Hárslevelu clusters were destemmed and had 24 hours of cold soak. A tailored vinification was made for each lot, by experimenting different selected yeasts and natural fermentation. Fermentation in barrels of 225 and 500-litres, mostly of 2 to 5 years old, 10% new Hungarian (Zemplén) oak.
Ageing
The wine was aged in the same type of oak as used for the fermentation for 2 months. We made the blend in November and continued the ageing for 5 months in tank with full lees. Bottled in July 2024.
Tasting Notes
Light straw yellow robe. Floral nose with nice white fruits aromas, and fine oak spices. The palate is fresh and medium-bodied with rounded acidity, which is balanced by a good weight and a pleasant texture. A touch of saltiness in the finish.
Food Pairing
Can be served as an aperitif, with seafood as well as with poultry, game birds, pork, or veal.