Wojciech Bońkowski
Master of Wine

Tokaj auction sneak preview

Tokaj auction sneak preview: summary of my impressions & why it is worth attending on 27th April.

Pannon Wine Challenge: awards announced

The 2012 Pannon Wine Challenge is over. Grand trophy winner is Oremus Tokaji Aszú 3 puttonyos 2006. There are also surprises, such as gold medals for a Syrah and a Juhfark from… Slovakia.

Neurotic Furmint, cheerful Hárs

Furmint is neurotic and introvert, Hárslevelű self-confident and serene.

Szepsy Hárslevelű Király 2006

A dry Tokaj white with the ability to transport.

A star is born

Stéphanie Berecz of the Kikelet winery in Tokaj is one of my wine heroes. In a region where wines notoriously beat world records of concentration, her style is subtle and concentrated. Her patient work of a decade is being rewarded today with a precious accolade.