Croatia is known for its lush islands, historical seaports, and unspoiled beaches. Beyond the sea and sun, however, this picturesque Mediterranean country is also home to many notable wines, which are the result of long held winery traditions in the region. The Croatian Institute of Viticulture and Enology introduced the Protected Geographical Origin status for [...]
September marks the beginning of the grape harvest season for most wineries in Hungary. This is an exciting time of hard work, joy and tradition. It’s also one of the most important elements in the process of winemaking and winemakers must do everything they can to ensure the very best results for their wines. Here’s an insider’s look [...]
Tokaji wine is made in several styles, ranging from dry to sweet. The sweeter variety like Aszú is made from late-ripened grapes that are affected by noble rot. These grapes lose their hydration and become shriveled and raisin-like which concentrates the sugar. In this case, the sweetness in Tokaj Aszú wines is based on the [...]
Hungary’s Agricultural Marketing Center recently launched a new online portal aimed at promoting the country’s wine industry both domestically and internationally. The website “Bor.hu” features a comprehensive listing of Hungarian wines, wine regions, festivals and events, as well as news and information related to wine tourism. Visitors can use the database to search for wine estates [...]
Learning about Hungarian wine can be daunting and the language just adds to the confusion. However, knowing some of the basic terms can effectively help you understand things a bit further. Here’s a glossary of the most commonly used Hungarian wine terms. Aszú: Botrytis-shriveled grapes and the sweet wine made from them in Tokaj. Badacsony: Wine district on [...]
Mexico has tequila, Italy has grappa, Russia has vodka, and Scotland has whisky, but in Hungary its all about pálinka. Originally used for medicinal purposes dating back to the 14th century, pálinka is known for its unique and fiery flavor made from fermented and distilled fruits. In recent years, pálinka has become the focus of [...]
There is no doubt about it: Czechs love beer. Whether it’s the mineral-rich local springs, Bohemian hops, or simply that the world’s first pilsner-style lager was invented here, beer is undeniably central to Czech culture. To help you prepare for a great beer drinking experience in the Czech Republic, here are a few interesting facts [...]
There are a lot of legends about wine. Of the more strange and unusual is the parallel with bull’s blood. Bull’s blood also known locally as “Egri Bikavér” is a potent, dry red wine that is from the Eger wine region in northern Hungary. It is reputed to have earned its name from the 16th-century invasion by [...]
Launched in September, “The Tokaji Journal“, is a new digital wine magazine that focuses exclusively on the wines of Tokaj, both dry and sweet. The magazine’s aim is to provide the latest news, trends, and information about these unique wines to an English-speaking audience worldwide. Editor Gergely Somogyi shares with us his inspiration for launching the magazine. [...]
Hungary has a vast array of alcoholic beverages including quality wines and beers, as well as liqueurs and brandies that are made exclusively in the country. Here are a few suggestions of various drinks to try. Egészségedre! (Cheers!) Pálinka Produced in both Hungary and Transylvania, this traditional brandy is made from various kinds of fruit such [...]
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