Chapter 24 - Tokaj Flashcards
1
Q
What is the climate of Tokaj?
A
Moderate and the best vineyards are located on hillside slopes with southerly aspects.
2
Q
What are the three principal white grape varieties used in the making of Takaji?
A
1) Furmint
2) Harslevelu
3) Sarga Muskotaly (Muscat blanc a petits grains)
3
Q
What are Szamordoni bunches?
A
A selection of bunches which means “As it comes” that are partially affected by noble rot.
4
Q
What is Tokaji Szamordoni?
A
Wines made from the grapes harvested as Szamordoni and may be dry (Szaraz) or sweet (edes), depending on the amount of noble rot that is present.
5
Q
How long does maceration usually last for Aszu wines?
A
Between 12 and 60 hours.
