Fekete Pince fkt Olaszrizling 2021

The fkt Olaszrizling highlights the best of the Somló terroir with its harmonious blend of tradition and modernity. Citrus fruits, peach and dried herbs dominate the aroma, with flavors of almonds and the notable salty minerality characteristic of Somló appearing on the palate. This wine blends a crisp, vibrant modern style with the region’s traditional intensity. Hand-harvested at the end of November, fermented with natural yeasts and aged for six months in used 1000 and 500-liter Hungarian oak barrels, followed by an additional three months in stainless steel tanks. A lively, modern take on the classic Somló style. 

Our tip: To let the aromas fully open up, we suggest you let Somló wines breathe for a while after opening, preferably by decanting them. Giving them some time to unfold will enhance your tasting experience and reveal their true potential.

About the Fekete Pince winery

Nestled on the southern slopes of Somló Hill in western Hungary, Fekete Pince captures the timeless spirit of this unique volcanic region. With a history spanning nearly 1,000 years, Somló has long been celebrated for its rich minerality and robust acid structure, traits that are beautifully captured in every bottle produced by Fekete Pince.

Founded by Mr. Béla Fekete in the early 1970s, the small winery was a cult favorite among wine lovers in the following decades. In 2014, the winery entered a new chapter when Gábor Riesz and his friends took over, infusing the operation with youthful passion while preserving the rustic elegance that defines Fekete Pince wines.

Today, Gábor, along with his brother and a dedicated team, continues to craft wines that embody the harmonious complexity of Somló, maintaining traditional vinification techniques that honor the special soil and climate of the region. These methods include lengthy maturation periods of 3-4 years in the cellar, allowing the wines to develop their unique personality.

Fekete Pince offers a distinctive tasting experience marked by rich flavors and sophisticated elegance combined with a modern touch.

Producer information: Fekete Pince Borászati Kft., Kincsem utca 7, 2131 Göd, Hungary, https://feketepincesomlo.hu/