{"title":"Chateau Dereszla | Tokaji","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Dereszla_Vineyard_Banner.jpg?v=1770309963\" alt=\"Panoramic view of Chateau Dereszla vineyards in the Tokaj wine region of Hungary, featuring golden autumn vines overlooking the Bodrog River.\" style=\"margin-bottom: 16px; float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo understand Chateau Dereszla is to understand the history of Tokaj itself. With cellars dating back to the early 15th century, this estate once served as a collection point for wines owed to the King of Hungary. It is a place where history is etched into the walls of the distinct underground labyrinth that snakes for over a kilometre beneath the village of Bodrogkeresztúr.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHowever, Dereszla is not a museum piece. In the early 2000s, the estate underwent a profound transformation under the stewardship of the d'Aulan family, historic owners of Champagne Piper-Heidsieck. This investment brought a level of precision and \"Champagne polish\" to the winemaking that revitalised the estate, merging ancient tradition with modern excellence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Chateau Dereszla is once again under Hungarian ownership and stands as a beacon of the region. They are masters of the full spectrum of Tokaj. Their dry wines, built around the indigenous Furmint grape, are electric - marked by a volcanic minerality and crisp apple freshness that rivals the best Chablis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYet, it is their sweet wines that remain the crown jewels. Produced from shrivelled, botrytised berries ('Aszú'), these are wines of immense complexity, layering honeycomb, apricot, and spice with a laser-like acidity that ensures they remain fresh for decades.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether dry or sweet, a bottle from Chateau Dereszla is a taste of royalty.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chateau-dereszla-dry-furmint","title":"Chateau Dereszla Dry Furmint 2023","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhile the Tokaj region is legendary for its sweet wines, the 2023 Dry Furmint from Chateau Dereszla reveals the other side of this historic terroir. Grown on the region’s distinct volcanic soils, this is a white wine of remarkable energy and precision. It offers a razor-sharp profile reminiscent of a fine Chablis but with a unique Hungarian character. Expect vivid aromas of crunchy green apple, white peach, and lime zest, underpinned by a smoky, flinty minerality that speaks directly of the vineyard’s volcanic origins. Bone dry, refreshing, and incredibly versatile, the 2023 vintage is a sophisticated partner for grilled fish, goat cheese salad, or simply as a revitalising aperitif. [#intro]Electric, mineral-driven dry white offering a razor-sharp Hungarian alternative to fine Chablis...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Dereszla","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57788924166525,"sku":"A23DERESZLADRYFURMINT","price":12.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/DryFurmintBottle.jpg?v=1770313545"},{"product_id":"chateau-dereszla-vintage-sparkling-brut","title":"Chateau Dereszla Vintage Sparkling Brut 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe 2020 Vintage Sparkling Brut form Chateau Dereszla is a sophisticated revelation. While the region is famed for its sweet wines, the cool climate and volcanic terroir make it exceptionally suited to producing serious sparkling wine. This vintage Brut is a testament to the estate's unique heritage. Benefitting from the expertise of the d'Aulan family (former owners of Champagne Piper-Heidsieck), this wine is produced using the traditional method (Méthode Traditionnelle) - the same labour-intensive process used in Champagne. It marries the electric, green-apple acidity of the native Furmint grape with the softer, floral aromatics of Hárslevelű. Aged on its lees in historic cellars, the 2020 vintage has developed a fine, persistent mousse and subtle notes of brioche and toasted almond that sit beautifully alongside the fresh fruit. A conversation-starting aperitif. [#intro]Elegant traditional method sparkling wine from Tokaj, blending crisp Furmint fruit with toasty brioche richness...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Chateau Dereszla","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57788945301885,"sku":"A20DERESZLASPARKLING","price":22.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/SparklingBT.jpg?v=1770314505"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/Tractor_in_vineyards_image.jpg?v=1770310400","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/chateau-dereszla-tokaji\/chateau-dereszla.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}