Szent Donát, Slikker Olaszrizling, 2018

Szent Donát Winery, Balatonfüred-Csopak Region

The Szent Donát Winery is located in one of the most idyllic spots on Lake Balaton’s northern slopes. The estate overlooks the lake, and is surrounded by its own vineyards. Being there makes it clear why all of their wines are so tasty—only wonderful wine can come from a place this spectacular. This is the only single-vineyard wine that Szent Donát produces every year, because the larger size of this vineyard allows them to make a premium selection of grapes every year. This wine comes from the historic Slikker vineyard, which was first mentioned in 1079, located just above Csopak’s ancient Roman road. This vineyard’s particular red sandstone soil produces a wine with a special richness and mouthfeel. This is 100 percent Olaszrizling, which has been bottled unfiltered and unfined. The wine had a short period of skin contact, which adds complexity, intense flavors and, according to the winemaker, an especially long ageing potential. It was aged on its lees for six months in steel tanks. One of the most unique features of this wine is its texture. It has a rich and almost oily body, which is accompanied by a moderate acidity and a soft and enjoyable almondy finish and chestnut taste. It has flavors of quince, red apple, and citrus, with a long mineral finish. Enjoy this wine next to couscous, rice with almonds, or Northern-African food. This wine is all about the texture.

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