Craftsman Cserszegi Fűszeres 2006
by Paul Arthur on Apr.09, 2009, under white wine, wine
Background: Hungarian white wine made with 100% Cserszegi Fűszeres. What, I hear you ask, is Cserszegi Fűszeres? Well, it’s a hybrid of Tramini (Gewürztraminer) and Irsai Olivér. Irsai Olivér is itself a cross between Pozsonyi Fehér and Csabagyöngye. And Csabagyöngye is reputed to be a Bronnerstraube/Muscat Ottonel hybrid. All that is to say, it’s an obscure mutt of a grape from Hungary, and probably aromatic. Produced and bottled by Hilltop Neszmély.
Nose: Honeyed peach and apricot, floral rose hips, and a hint of petrol.
Taste: Off-dry, with good acidity to balance the hint of sweetness. Grapefruit (juice and pith), light minerality.
Overall: Very nice indeed. Crisp acidity pairs well with spicy dishes or shellfish.
