What it pairs with

  • Roquefort with honey and walnuts
    Classic pairing; the wine's sweetness and acidity balance the salt and fat of blue cheese.
  • Apple strudel
    The wine's stone-fruit character and sweetness harmonise with the pastry filling.
  • Foie gras terrine
    Rich liver fat is balanced by the Aszú's acidity and sweet fruit.

How to serve Harsányi Pince Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos

Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.

  1. Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
  2. Serve at 8-12°C. Cellar temperature (8-12°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
  3. Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (3-5oz pour): the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
  4. Pair with. Roquefort with honey and walnuts, Apple strudel, Foie gras terrine. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.

History

Aszú production in Sátoraljaújhely requires north-tilted south-facing terraces; botrytis develops reliably in the autumn mists off the Ronyva stream. The post-2013 PDO reform restricted Aszú to 5 and 6 Puttonyos designations.

  1. 2016 — First Harsányi Pince 5 Puttonyos Aszú certified post-2013 PDO reform

Facts

Producer
Harsányi Pince
Grapes
Furmint, Hárslevelű
Classification
Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos, Tokaj PDO
Oak
Traditional Gönci barrel ageing in underground cellar
ABV
10.5%
Price
€20-35 at retail
Drinking window
5-25 from vintage
First vintage
2016

Frequently asked about Harsányi Pince Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos

When should I drink Harsányi Pince Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos?

Drink 5-25 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.

What food pairs with Harsányi Pince Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos?

Roquefort with honey and walnuts is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Apple strudel and Foie gras terrine. Classic pairing; the wine's sweetness and acidity balance the salt and fat of blue cheese.

What grapes are in Harsányi Pince Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos?

The blend is Furmint, Hárslevelű. The wine is classified as Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos, Tokaj PDO.

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