Tastings

“Hungarian wines are in a period of rennaisance driven by Government aid and the skill of a diverse range of small producers across 22 very different regions. They produce an interesting range of wines based on the variability of terraine and grape varieties.

With regard to being guided through the complexity of what is being offered by the interesting opportunities Hungary affords, the Manchester Wine Society found that Lilla O’Connor of The Wines of Hungary is excellent. A native Hungarian with qualifications and experience in financial and business administration, Lilla has turned her skills towards promoting the wines of her country with an impressive level of knowledge and enthusiasm and an ability to engage with her audience with clarity,humour and a depth of awareness of what the Hungarian producers are doing.

Consequently, the Manchester Wine Society had an enjoyable and informative evening tasting wines from 3 different regions producing white wines of good quality as well as some very good red wines. Suffice it to say, we are looking forward to a further Tasting involving further regions.”

Chris Trees

Secretary, Manchester Wine Society

“Huge thanks for such a very entertaining and informative presentation and – of course – your choice of such delicious wines to broaden our horizons. It was fascinating to learn of the terroir in each region and how wine making practises are changing – and how fast. I am sure that the wines will become better known in the UK as production increases and the (Hungarian) domestic appetite permits some sharing!” TH

The Wortshipful Company of Founders

“All the recommended wines were really impressive. Thank you for the recommendations, what a great selection. Indigeneous Irsai Oliver was very popular – could this be a great one on the market for Hungary? ” AR

Circle of Wine Writer, Angela Reddin