Chizay Furmint 2019

Like a unwavering queen - the epitome of elegance arising from struggle

Furmint

$52.00

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Citrus Fruit and Mineral,

BODY: Medium
DRYNESS: Dry
ACIDITY: High
TANNIN: Light
ALCOHOL (%): Moderate (9-12%)

Origin: Transcarpathian Region, Ukraine

Grape Varietals:

Furmint

Winemaking:

Maturation: 7-12 Months Oak Barrels

Awards:

WESTERN FOOD PAIRING
Roast Chicken, Fish Tacos

ASIAN FOOD PAIRING
Chicken Karage, Shisamo

Chateau Chizay

Chateau Chizay was built in 1995 after decades of hard times for Ukrainian winemaking during communist time of USSR. However, it has deep connection to local ancient winemaking tradition from the 17th century, with modern wine making techniques

Description

Chizay Furmint 2019

Grape varietal & regionL The exquisite dry white wine is made from Furmint grape variety. Furmint is the most prominant white grape variety in Hungary, but it is also planted across the border in Transcarpathian region in Ukraine which was also part of Austria-Hungary in the past. Furmint is known for its sharp acidity and is one of the most respected indigenous white grape varieties in the world.

Taste profile: A bright bouquet of wine reveals a variety of fruity aromas with tones of citrus, vanilla, almond and mineral nuances. The taste of the wine is pleasant, balanced, with bright acidity and long aftertaste.

Winemaking process: This wine was aged in French oak barrels for 9 months.

Bright & Mineral Whites

From the limestone character of Sancerre to the green, herbaceous Sauvignon Blanc of Marlborough, this style group often shows off cut grass and wet stone. Often associated with coastal regions or limestone based terroir, these wines are characterised with crisp acidity, mineraiity, citrus tones, with a hint of grassiness