{"product_id":"oremus-tokaji-aszu-5-puttonyos-2018-500-ml-tokaji-hungary","title":"Oremus Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos 2018 - 500 mL - (Tokaji, Hungary) - [WE 95] [DM 94]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Winery:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Oremus winery, founded in 1993 by the Alvarez family (Vega Sicilia, Alión, Macán and Pintia), is located in Tokaj on the banks of the Bodrog River, in a mountain range in northeastern Hungary, which was declared a World Heritage Site by the UNESCO World Heritage Committee in 2002.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe origins of Oremus date back to 1630, when Maté Szepsi Lacko, a Calvinist preacher, produced the first “Tokaj teardrop wine” (Tokaj Aszú) and offered it to Princess Susanna Lorántffy, wife of George Ráckózci, First Prince of Transylvania, to commemorate the Easter holidays. The unique gift was born from grapes grown in the Oremus vineyard, which in 1772 received the first classification of vines and was recognized as primae classis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the Wine:\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokaj has become increasingly legendary over its four hundred-plus years of history. The first mention of the greatness of Oremus vineyard wasn't until 1630, but it has now become one of the most widely acclaimed. The Tokaj region lies within a range of mountains in north-eastern Hungary. The Oremus winery is located at its geographical centre.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAszú (teardrop) wine production is a meticulous process that is only possible with good vintages and under unique conditions that favor the development of Botrytis cinerea (noble rot). Measurements dating back centuries are still used, with 5 baskets (puttonyos) containing 25 kg of individually harvested Aszú noble berries covered in Botrytis added to the base must.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe grapes are macerated for 12-24 hours until they swell, before being gently pressed. Fermentation takes place in new Hungarian oak barrels. It is a slow process that can take up to one month.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ageing process completes in 136 and 200 litre barrels for 2 to 3 years, before being aged in bottle for a further 2 or 3 years.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTasting Notes: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe objective with Aszú 5 Puttonyos wine is to achieve the best balance between acidity and sugar that we can obtain from the vintage. In this sense, it is a perfect wine for ageing to savor during vertical tastings. The amber color indicates the high level of noble rot infection in this 2016 harvest. The honey and fruity fragrances are delightful and the acidity on the palate is a sign of outstanding ageing potential.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlcohol by volume 11.5 %\u003cbr\u003eSugar 160 g\/l\u003cbr\u003eAcidity 10.2 g\/l\u003cbr\u003eVariety Furmint, Hárslevelü, Zéta, and Sárgauskotály\u003cbr\u003eAverage age of vineyard 19 years\u003cbr\u003eVineyard surface area 98 ha\u003cbr\u003ePlanting density 5,660 plants\/ha\u003cbr\u003eAltitude 200 m\u003cbr\u003eYield 200-500 kg\/ha (3-5 hl\/ha)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eRatings \u0026amp; Reviews:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e95 Points - Wine Enthusiast:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGolden in the glass, this blend of hand-picked grapes balances lusciously overripe stone fruit and honeyed fig flavors with thrillingly racing acidity. Drink it now or in a decade; you'll be happy either way. — Emily Saladino\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e94 Points - Decanter:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePure and intense with luscious nectarine, red apple, quince and frangipane under a thick, zesty layer of candied orange peel and marmalade. Assertive acid carves the flavours and carries the sweetness with ease. Herbal nuances (linden, chamomile, sage) add elegant depth. Classical and seductive. (Drink between 2025-2035)\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHAMBERS \u0026 CHAMBERS","offers":[{"title":"500 ml","offer_id":53122118287725,"sku":null,"price":138.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0481\/8940\/7391\/files\/oremus-aszu-5-bouteille-vinfiche.png?v=1721080251","url":"https:\/\/artisan.wine\/products\/oremus-tokaji-aszu-5-puttonyos-2018-500-ml-tokaji-hungary","provider":"Artisan W\u0026S","version":"1.0","type":"link"}