Royal Tokaji Red Label 5 Puttonyos 2017 Review

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Drinking Outside the Lines, Holiday Meals, Wine And Cheese Night

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Furmint, Moschofilero , Riesling

Royal Tokaji Red Label 5 Puttonyos 2017 Review

Situated along the southern slopes of the Zemplén Mountains, the Tokaj wine zone was realized in the 17th century when, as the story goes, there was a delay in harvest due to threat of enemy invasion. The late harvest led to wines with an intense concentration of sugars, making this a premiere region for sweet wine production. This expression from Royal Tokaji has a nose of brûléed pears, apricots, caramel, and a hint of ginger. The palate is extremely balanced with a medium weight and a welcome viscosity. 

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