Furmint Flashcards
1
Q
Characteristics
A
- High acidity
- Susceptible to botrytis
- Amber in colour
- Pronounced aroma including: fresh dried strone fruits, citrus fruits
- Oak-derived aromas (vanilla and smoke)
- Aromas of oxidation (caramel)
- Full body
- High acidity
- Long and intense finish
2
Q
Tokaji
Regions
A
- Furmint is the most planted grape variety
- Tokaji Aszú - a botrytis affected sweet wine
- Puttonyos is an indicator of sweetness level
- Most complex sweet wines in the world
