Furmint Mandolas 2018 Oremus

A varietal white wine from the Tokaj Hegyalja wine region in Hungary. The Furmint grapes are whole-bunch pressed at the Oremus winery, without destemming or crushing. Most of the wine ferments in new Hungarian oak barrels, with a smaller part in stainless steel tanks, then matures for seven months in Hungarian oak barrels, with regular stirring of the fine lees during the first two months. It is pale yellow with golden reflections. The nose shows fresh grapefruit and lemon, linden and chamomile flowers, herbs, saffron and oak. The palate is full-bodied with lively acidity, and the aromas carry through to an elegant, long finish. Serve with fresh fish, roast pork with substantial sides, or white meats such as chicken in pastry with sauce.