What it pairs with
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Poached white fish in herb broth
Delicate floral and citrus notes complement light fish preparations. -
Asparagus with light cream
Floral and herbal notes in the wine match asparagus's vegetal character. -
Chicken with lemon and tarragon
Lime and herb aromas align with lemon-herb chicken preparations.
How to serve Patricius Hárslevelű
Allow 5 minutes from open to pour.
- Open and pour. Open and pour directly. No decanting required for this style.
- Serve at 8-10°C. Cellar temperature (8-10°C) is the band for this style. Warmer pushes alcohol forward; colder dampens aromatics.
- Glassware. Use a smaller all-purpose white glass: the bowl shape rewards the wine's structure.
- Pair with. Poached white fish in herb broth, Asparagus with light cream, Chicken with lemon and tarragon. Match the wine's structure to the dish's fat and salt.
History
Patricius cultivates Hárslevelű as a varietal wine alongside Furmint, taking advantage of their 68-hectare estate which includes the variety. Hárslevelű means 'linden leaf' in Hungarian and is prized for its floral aromatics.
- 2005 — First varietal Hárslevelű from Patricius
Facts
- Producer
- Patricius Winery
- Grapes
- Hárslevelű
- Classification
- Tokaj PDO
- Oak
- Partial oak maturation
- ABV
- 13.0%
- Price
- €15-25 at retail
- Drinking window
- 2-8 from vintage
- First vintage
- 2005
Frequently asked about Patricius Hárslevelű
When should I drink Patricius Hárslevelű?
Drink 2-8 from vintage. Young vintages benefit from 30-90 minutes of decanting; mature bottles should be handled carefully for sediment.
What food pairs with Patricius Hárslevelű?
Poached white fish in herb broth is the canonical pairing. Other strong matches include Asparagus with light cream and Chicken with lemon and tarragon. Delicate floral and citrus notes complement light fish preparations.
What grapes are in Patricius Hárslevelű?
The blend is Hárslevelű. The wine is classified as Tokaj PDO.