Gewürztraminer - Tuzko 2022

Name: Gewürztraminer - Tuzko
Brand: Tuzko
SKU: bottle-01605
Price: 9.39 EUR
Availability: InStock

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Format: 75 cl

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9,39 €

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Technical information

Producer	Tuzko
Name	Traminer DOP
Variety	Gewürztraminer
Vintage	2022
Gradation	12.5%
Format	75 cl
Aromatic profile	Intense aromas of rose, lychee, spices
Vinification method	Fermentation in stainless steel at controlled temperature
Region	Tolna
Production area	Bátaapáti, Mőcsény
Country	Hungary
Type	Aromatic white wine
Aging	Aging in stainless steel tanks for a few months before bottling
Type of cask	Stainless steel
Color	White
Serving temperature	8-10°C
Recommended consumption	Young, within 2-3 years
Pairing	Spicy dishes, blue cheeses, Asian cuisine

Descrizione

Tuzko's Gewürztraminer is an aromatic white wine that captures the essence of the variety typically grown in cooler regions. This label, from Tuzko's well-tended vineyards, stands out for its intensely floral and fruity aroma profile, featuring notes of rose, lychee, and peach, enriched by subtle spicy hints of nutmeg and clove.

On the palate, Tuzko's Gewürztraminer is elegant and well-balanced, offering a vibrant freshness that pleasantly contrasts with its softness. Its flavor complexity harmonizes with a persistent minerality that invites a second sip.

Ideal as an aperitif, this wine pairs beautifully with spicy Asian dishes, seafood, and soft cheeses. Serve chilled to best enhance its unique aromatic characteristics. A wine to savor to appreciate the refined expression of Tuzko's Gewürztraminer.

The winery

Tűzkő / Tuzko – Winery in Tolna

Discover the story and wines of Tűzkő / Tuzko.

Winery located in Bátaapáti in the Völgység district (Tolna region, Hungary), known for varietal wines and several premium labels organized into the 'Classic', 'Rarities' and 'ICON' ranges.

Region: Tolna

Country: Ungheria

Founded: 1799

Grapes: Kékfrankos (Blaufränkisch), Hárslevelű, Grüner Veltliner, Pinot Grigio, Riesling, Gewürztraminer, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Merlot, Cabernet Franc

Historic estate located in Bátaapáti in the Völgység district. Declared vineyard area: approximately 170 hectares; elevation around 200 m. Cultivation of both local and international grape varieties: Kékfrankos, Hárslevelű, Riesling, Sauvignon, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, etc. Production is organized into lines: Classic, Rarities and ICON. Revival and international collaboration from the 1990s onward, involving foreign producers.

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Winery history

The estate is a historic property in the Tolna area: the official website dates its origins to the late 18th century and notes that, after a long period under local families, international attention arrived in the early 1990s. In subsequent years the project was supported by figures connected to international winemaking families; from the late 1990s/early 2000s, technical management saw the direct involvement of Italian entities in the estate's revival.

Production philosophy

The winery aims to express the character of the varietals grown on its estate, emphasizing winemaking that highlights varietal identity and targeted selections for its most prized ranges.

Terroir and vineyards

The estate's vineyards are situated in the hills of the Völgység district in the Tolna wine region, with vineyard plots around Bátaapáti and additional vineyards in areas near Mórágy and Mőcsény. The average elevation is approximately 200 metres above sea level.