Professional Ratings
- 96 Points – Decanter World Wine Awards
- 95 Points – James Suckling
- 93 Points – Wine Enthusiast
- 93 Points – Natalie MacLean
Review
Crafted primarily from Furmint (65%), Hárslevelű (30%), and small amounts of other indigenous varieties, this classic Tokaji Aszú is made from botrytized (noble rot) grapes. Aromas of dried apricot, mango marmalade, quince, honey, tangerine peel, and baking spice lead to a luxuriously textured palate layered with peach, ripe plum, orange marmalade, caramel, and ginger. Despite its sweetness, vibrant acidity provides remarkable freshness and a long, elegant finish.
Professional Assessment
Strengths
- Outstanding balance of richness and acidity.
- Classic Tokaji flavors of honey, apricot, and citrus.
- Complex, silky texture with exceptional length.
- Superb with blue cheese, foie gras, fruit desserts, or enjoyed on its own.
- Capable of aging gracefully for 20+ years.
Overall Verdict
94/100 — Outstanding. A benchmark Hungarian dessert wine that showcases the magic of noble rot, combining opulent fruit, vibrant acidity, and remarkable elegance. It remains one of the world's finest values in sweet wine.
James Suckling 95Points
Fantastic nose of ginseng, dried apricots, yellow plums, brown sugar, honey, lemons and tangerine peel. Honeyed and smooth with layers of dried fruit and subtle earthy elements. Excellent balance and freshness. Tangy. 65% furmint, 30% harslevelu, plus small amounts of other varieties. So delicious now. Drink or hold.
Wine Spectator 93Points
A waft of beeswax on the nose transitions on the palate to a pure and lovely beam of poached apricot fruit, accented by dried raspberry, candied ginger, hazelnut biscotti and honeysuckle notes. Fine and creamy on the palate, with a long, lightly mouthwatering finish. Drink now through 2030. 1,233 cases imported.
