Gabriella Mészáros DipWSET (13:00 – 13:45 Tuesday, 21st March)
13:00 – 13:45 | Wines of Hungary stand @Hall 12, D20 | language: English
Everyone agrees that sparkling wine is one of the most dynamic product categories in the world of wine today. In an era when bubblies are becoming the favourite of an ever increasing number of consumers and winemakers around the world, it is particularly important to produce authentic, one-of-a-kind bottles. In Hungary, the practice of making méthode traditionelle sparkling wine is spreading, and more and more winemakers are finding Furmint the right variety to build upon. During the masterclass, we will explore how far Hungarian winemakers have got by showcasing six sparkling wines made exclusively from or based on Furmint.
Gabriella Mészáros: Originally a lawyer Gabriella Mészáros was the first Hungarian to receive a diploma at WSET. She has been closely following the developments of the Hungarian wine scene since the 1990s. Her tasting notes and observations were made widely available through the publication of 16 editions of Borkalauz which were all edited by her. She was the founder of Hungary’s first wine school and for almost 30 years one of its preeminent lecturers. For the last twenty years she has been the chairperson of the annual wine selection program of the Ministry of Foreign Trade and Foreign Relations.
Törley – Törley Tokaji Brut 2020
Garamvári – Lellei Furmint Brut 2019
Bodrog Borműhely – Tokaj Brut NV
Zsirai Winery – Tokaj – Zsirai Method Traditionelle 2020
Gróf Degenfeld Wine Estate and Castle Hotel**** – Tokaji Organic Furmint Sparkling Wine Extra Brut 2019
Barta Winery – Barta Tokaji Furmint Extra Brut 2017
The masterclass will feature dishes prepared by Michelin Green Star chef Márton Tatai.
We kindly ask all registered attendees for the masterclasses to arrive at the scene of the event at least five minutes prior the start time. After the start time the organizers maintain the right to assign vacant seats to walk-ins. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the counter and the tables around it. Thanks for your understanding.
The organizers reserve the right to make changes in the line-up of wines presented at the masterclasses if necessary.
Online registration for the masterclass has been closed. On-site registration is still available at the Wines of Hungary stand in Hall 12, D20 but please note that seats are subject to availability.