2021 Furmint Veres

This 100% Furmint is from the Veres (red) vineyard in Mád known for its reddish hue coupled with rhyolitic volcanic tufa and tons of zeolite. Back in 1746, this vineyard was rented to the Russian Imperial Court. It’s also typically one of Zoltán’s favorite dry Furmint sites because it can carry residual sugar and acidity so well and makes incredible sweet wines as well. Gently whole bunch pressed over two cycles, it was then fermented in steel tanks and then aged for 8 months. As a half sibling with both Chardonnay and Riesling, this vintage really showcases that family tree. The linear acidity is very Riesling like, but it has the roundness and fidelity to place akin to Chardonnay. Add to that the structure and thick skins of Furmint and it’s quite special.