Description
The Hetszolo estate, now owned by the legendary Cos d’Estournel, was meticulously created by its founders in 1502 from the region’s seven most outstanding plots, hence the name Hét Szölö, or “seven plots of vineyard” in Hungarian. Previous owners include the highly prestigious House of Habsburg: Tokaj-Hétszölö became a Royal Imperial Estate in 1711 before being recognized as a premier grand cru some years later. Against all odds, the estate remained the property of the Austro-Hungarian Empire for nearly two centuries. After some upheaval in the twentieth century, Tokaj-Hétszölö was acquired by Michel Reybier in 2009. 55 hectares became organic certified in 2015 and in order to offer the highest quality, they only work with own grapes.
Tasting Note :
The wine shows a deep amber colour. On the nose there are complex notes of buckwheat honey, dried apricots, a touch of varnish, old wood, a touch of black tea, candied orange, ginger and spices. The palate is dense and concentrated, with very well-integrated sweetness balanced by the piercing, stimulating acidity. A very vertical and linear wine which feels almost off-dry despite the high sugar content. The flavours open up in layers and stay long. A very strong saline, mineral, iodine note on the finish. Excellent balance, gorgeous wine.
