Royal Tokaji
Mézes Mály Great 1st Growth Dry Furmint Tokaji
Mézes Mály is one of only two vineyards in the Tokaj region classified as a Great First Growth, a designation that signifies its exceptional terroir and the high quality of the wines it produces. The vineyard sits atop volcanic bedrock, overlaid with deep loess soil, which provides a unique combination of minerality and structure. This exceptional soil composition gives the wines of Mézes Mály their distinctive elegance, finesse, and floral notes, setting them apart from other vineyards in the region.
Mézes Mály is one of just two vineyards classified as a Great First Growth. Its volcanic bedrock is overlaid with deep loess soil, giving elegance, finesse and floral notes to its wines. Royal Tokaji owns 11 of its 19 hectares, facing south with views to the Great Plain in the distance.
- Region
- Tokaj
- Appellation
- Tokaj
- Varietal Composition
- Furmint
- Aging
- After harvesting the Furmint grapes, whole bunches were pressed and fermented in Zemplén oak barrels. After fermentation the wine was matured for ten months in oak (of which 20% new barrels).
- Alcohol
- 13%
A concentrated wine with a firm but floral aroma, hints of apple and gooseberry leading into an intense, structured, medium-bodied style showing minerality, spice, and a long fresh finish.
Wine Spectator
92 Points
2022
"This is broad and vibrant on the palate, with its chiseled acidity buoying flavors of ripe yellow peach, chopped almond, marsala spices and chamomile. Long and linear, with a salty streak of minerality driving the creamy finish."
— Alison Napjus, 2024
