Homola Tihanyi Kékfrankos 2018

A layered and elegant Kékfrankos from the basalt tuff and limestone soils of the Tihany peninsula on Lake Balaton. Made from selected grapes from 30 year old vines, this wine shows a sophisticated blend of herbs and fruit notes such as lavender, thyme, redcurrant and cranberry, and a truly elegant, balanced style. Made with minimal human intervention, fermented with natural yeasts, aged for 24 months in oak barrels and bottled unfined and unfiltered.

About the Homola Winery

The Homola winery is located in Paloznak, North Balaton, just next to the famous winemaking towns of Csopak and Balatonfüred. It was founded by Szabolcs Homola, who produces a range of juicy, well-crafted wines with his winemaker, Attila Homonna from Tokaj. They use mostly traditional grapes of the area, like Olaszrizling, Furmint and Kékfrankos, but aren’t afraid to experiment with international grape varieties like Chardonnay and Syrah, or to put a new twist on old styles.

The wines are usually refreshing and crisp, true to the traditional style of the area. They are made with great respect for the region’s natural characteristics, using wild yeasts and natural techniques whenever possible.

Producer information: Homola Pincészet Kft., Vincellér utca 0534 hrsz., 8229 Paloznak, Hungary, https://homolapinceszet.hu/