What it pairs with
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Walnut roll (beigli)
Walnut in both the wine and Hungary's traditional Christmas pastry form a natural match. -
Apple and cinnamon strudel
Caramelised apple and cinnamon echo the wine's spiced fruit character. -
Mild blue cheese
Light sweetness and moderate concentration suit milder blue cheeses.
How to serve Patricius Édes Szamorodni
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-12°C. Cellar temperature (8-12°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a small dessert-wine glass (3-5oz pour): the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Walnut roll (beigli), Apple and cinnamon strudel, Mild blue cheese. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Patricius's Édes Szamorodni uses the estate's fog-prone Bodrogkisfalud vineyards where reliable autumn mists produce well-botrytised grapes suitable for the traditional whole-cluster Szamorodni harvest.
- 2004 — Patricius Édes Szamorodni first produced
Facts
- Producer
- Patricius Winery
- Grapes
- Furmint, Hárslevelű
- Classification
- Tokaj PDO
- Oak
- Matured in gönci oak for 12 months
- ABV
- 10.5%
- Price
- €18-28 at retail
- Drinking window
- 3-12 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2004
Frequently asked about Patricius Édes Szamorodni
When should I drink Patricius Édes Szamorodni?
Drink 3-12 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Patricius Édes Szamorodni?
Walnut roll (beigli) is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Apple and cinnamon strudel and Mild blue cheese. Walnut in both the wine and Hungary's traditional Christmas pastry form a natural match.
What grapes are in Patricius Édes Szamorodni?
The blend is Furmint, Hárslevelű. The wine is classified as Tokaj PDO.