Furmint

Question 1

In what country is Furmint most planted?

Answer 1

Hungary

Question 2

Why is Furmint so well suited to making sweet wines?

Answer 2

• High in acidity* Susceptible to Botrytis/noble rot

Question 3

Which appellation in Hungary is best known for its Furmint?

Answer 3

Tokaj

Question 4

Where in Hungary is Tokaj located?

Answer 4

Northeast corner of Hungary

Question 5

The Tokaj appellation is legendary for making what wine?

Answer 5

Tokaj Aszú

Question 6

What is Tokaj Aszú?

Answer 6

A Botrityis/noble rot-affected sweet wine principally made from Furmint.

Question 7

Tokaj Aszú is always made:* sweet* off-dry* dry* sparkling

Answer 7

Tokaj Aszú is always made sweet.

Question 8

What is the term on a Hungarian wine label that indicates sweetness level?

Answer 8

Puttonyos

Question 9

What are the two puttonyos levels used in Tokaji?

Answer 9

5 and 6 Puttonyos## Footnote6 Puttonyos is sweeter than 5 Puttonyos.5 Puttonyos requires at least 120g/L residual sugar;6 Puttonyos requires at least 150g/L residual sugar.Fun Fact: the Tokaji trade council eliminated 3 and 4 Puttonyos in 2013 in an effort to raise the quality of Tokaji, but 3 and 4 can still be found in the market.

Question 10

Describe the flavor profile of Tokaj Aszú.

Answer 10

• Full body* Sweet* High acidity* Fresh + dried fruits* Citrus* Vanilla* Caramel/crème caramel

Question 11

How age-worthy is Tokaj Aszú?

Answer 11

Very age-worthy thanks to the high acidity and deliberate oxidation during maturation.

Question 12

Is Tokaj Azsú the only style of Furmint made in Hungary?

Answer 12

No; styles of Tokaj range from dry to medium, and they can be made with or without Botrytis-affected grapes.