Kiralyudvar - Tokaji Cuvee Ilona 2016 (500ml)

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Producer	Kiralyudvar
Country	Hungary
Varietal	Tokaji
Vintage	2016
Sku	113701
Size	500ml
ABV	13.00%

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The amazing blend of the Tokaji Cuvée "Ilona" was created from a late harvest of the Betsek, Suba, Danczka and Lapis vineyards. In the grape selection, the winemaker focuses on Furmint with 60%, Hárslevelű with 25% and Sárga Muskotály with 15%. The harvest took place between 26 and 28 October 2016. The complex processing is followed by five months of ageing in Slavonian oak. The result is a wine of 10% alcohol content, 158 gr/l residual sugar and 9.1 grams of acidity, bottled at a pH of 3.26.

The first glance at this wine reveals a vivid amber colour. The aroma of Tokaji 'Ilona', remains mysteriously unobtrusive at first, but reveals itself with a fine and elegant bouquet of candied orange peel, kumquats and ripe stone fruit. Underneath are subtle notes of black tea, reminiscent of Turkish mocha with cardamom, beeswax and Cointreau.

The taste experience offers a viscous and rich texture. Beneath its luminous concentration, this dessert wine hides an amazing energy. A powerful acidity drives the high residual sugar content across the palate and provides freshness and vitality. Residual sweetness, acidity and ripe, juicy fruit aromas harmonise exquisitely and form a carpet of flavours that seems to spread endlessly. In the final phase, a fine saltiness and the hint of black tea surprise. The bright acidity allows this vintage to be stored for decades.

Dishes such as a delicate langoustine bisque accompanied by a saffron vegetable tart would harmonise with the Tokaji 'Ilona'. Furthermore, a choux à la crème paired with candied fruit pieces and a vanilla-caramel sauce would be an excellent accompaniment. For cheese lovers, I can recommend blue cheese combined with crispy spice bread.