Bencze - Furmint
Bencze - Furmint
Bursting with fresh citrus flavors and complemented by vibrant flinty minerality, this wine is an exhilarating experience brimming with surprises at every turn. It stands out as one of the most captivating Furmints we’ve ever encountered, making it an absolute must-try
Winemaker | István Bencze
Region | Badacsony, Hungary
Variety | Furmint
Viticulture | Biodynamic
Soil | Dense volcanic basalt with some tuff, sandstone, brown forest soil and clay
Altitude | 180 m
Age of the vines | 10 years
Bottles made | 1200 bottles
Vinification
In the beginning of September the grapes were harvested in multiple steps to catch the perfect ripeness. After slow, gentle whole-bunch pressing the grapes are transferred to clay amphoras where they ferment and age for 24 months. This wine is the blend of the three best amphoras. Was bottled mid of July unfined, unfiltered and without the addition of SO2