Furmint

Question 1

Characteristics

Answer 1

• 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

Question 2

Tokaji

Regions

Answer 2

• 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