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 [...]
If your looking to learn more about Hungarian or Central European wines, here’s your chance to do it. The following below is a list of workshops and events that are happening this fall. Please contact the event organizers directly for more information or to register. Central Europe Jewels Explore indigenous wines of Central Europe with Stetson Robbins of [...]
Hungary may not be the most well-known wine producing nation. However, it has certainly contributed to many aspects of wine and winemaking. Here are some facts about wine in Hungary. • Only three European languages have words for wine: Latin, Greek, and Hungarian. • Vines believed to be indigenous to the region were first cultivated [...]
A panoramic view of Tihany Abbey with the inner lake and Lake Balaton in Hungary. If you’re looking to discover Hungary beyond its capital city, here are six great places that are definitely worth a visit. Eger At the foot of the Bukk Mountains lies the town of Eger, one of the most beautiful and [...]
Hungary has a long and distinguished history of winemaking. Grapes were first known to be cultivated in the area by Romans over 2000 years ago. The country’s diverse climate of hot and humid summers, dry autumns, and rainy springs to cold winters makes it an ideal place for winemaking. Its best-known wines are Tokaji Aszu, a [...]
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