Château Dereszla, Henye Tokaji Aszu 6 Puttonyos, 2017 - 2017
Château Dereszla, Henye Tokaji Aszu 6 Puttonyos, 2017 - 2017 is a luscious, full-bodied white from Furmint (Tokaji Aszú, Hungary), in the sweet and dessert wines style. Acidity is very high; oak influence is little. Good with blue cheese, roast pork, fruit dessert, foie gras. Cheapest offer £49.70 at Honest Grapes.
| Wine | Sweet | Body | From | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pajzos Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos 1999 Pajzos · Tokaj | £50.00 | |||
| Oremus Tokaji Aszu 3 Puttonyos 2016 | £48.00 | |||
| Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos, Puklus Pincészet 2017 - 2017 Puklus Pinceszet · Tokaj | £26.50 | |||
| Sauska Tokaji 6 Puttonyos 2003 Sauska · Tokaj | £75.00 |
Many of the world's great sweet whites come from Tokaj in Hungary, which for centuries was known as the "Wine of Kings, King of Wines". Château Dereszla is one of the region's most iconic producers and their Henye Tokaji Aszu 6 Puttonyos 2017, crafted from carefully selected botrytized grapes, showcases the exceptional terroir of the Henye vineyard. Puttonyos refers to the amount of residual sugar in the wine - the higher the better, ranging from 3 to 6 - though this is extra special, having been made from the revered Aszu grapes, reserved only for the greatest Tokaji, including the famous "Tokaji Eszencia". Expect an intricate bouquet of dried apricots, honey, and delicate floral notes, with a balanced acidity that complements its rich sweetness. This would pair beautifully with foie gras, blue cheese, or fruity desserts.