Apátsági Pincészet Infusio

Cabernet Franc, Merlot from the Abbey of Pannonhalma, Hongarije. The flagship, a blockbuster of a wine, powerhouse, tough, the equivalent of a Supertuscan but from Hungary! Behind the name infusio is an ancient Benedictine tradition. Infusio refers to the wine of the very best quality, which the monks drank only on special occasions. Of particular note is that this wine is only made in the best years. This wine is a full-bodied, yet balanced red wine with a unique character. Sultry aromas of ripe red fruit, vanilla and tobacco emerge on the nose and palate. The wine is composed largely of Merlot and blended with Cabernet Franc. The wines were aged separately in 500-liter barrels for a period of 14 months. Made from merlot and cabernet franc, Abbey Vineyard Pannonhalma’s most prestigious cuvee comes from the hottest vineyard. Ripe blackberry and cranberry appear simultaneously on the nose, complemented by the scent of vanilla coming from the wooden barrels. The balance between extract sweetness, alcohol and ripe tannins results in a smooth taste that evokes the concentrated notes of dried sour cherry and plum, as well as coffee and chocolate. It is a serious and elegant wine with Mediterranean notes and high aging potential.