Hungary Flashcards

1
Q

Over _____% of Hungary’s wine production is _______

A

70%
White

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2
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What is Egri Bikavér?

A

best known red of Hungary made from Kadarka, blended with Kekfrankos, Kekoporto, CS, CF, Merlot, PN, Syrah, Zweigelt

Translates to Bull’s Blood of Egri

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3
Q

How is Egri Bikaver Superior different?

A

requires a minimum of 5 varieties used

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4
Q

Name the 6 approved varietals of Tokaj

A

Furmint
Harslevelu
Kabar
Koverszolo
Sargamuskotaly
Zeta

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5
Q

Can Tokaj PDO produce non sweet wines?

A

Yes

White & Sparkling

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6
Q

Primary varieties for Tokaj?

A

Furmint and Harslevelu

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7
Q

Describe the process of Tokaj

A

Aszú grapes are mashed into thick paste and mixed with base wine for a day or two, allowing the wine to absorb the sugar and flavors of the aszu.

aged in small casks underground with flor, similar to Sherry

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8
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Eszencia

A

Made from free run juice of the sweetest most botrytized, hand selected berries.

Min 450 g/l RS. Often takes years to ferment to 5-6% ABV

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