Autochton Red 2024

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Vivid, mineral red from the volcanic slopes of Szent György-hegy — four nearly forgotten Hungarian varieties, fermented separately and aged in terracotta amphora above Lake Balaton.

Kék Bakator, Kékfrankos, Hajnos Kék, Kadarka • Badacsony • Demeter biodynamic

István Bencze started making wine on the volcanic basalt slopes of Szent György-hegy in 2011, farmed organically from day one and Demeter-certified biodynamic since 2014. He's now considered the pioneer of natural winemaking in Hungary. The Autochton Red is his most site-specific statement: four indigenous varieties — Kék Bakator, Kékfrankos, Hajnos Kék, and Kadarka — that had largely disappeared from Hungarian viticulture, harvested separately, fermented spontaneously, and matured in terracotta amphora for a year before bottling without fining, filtration, or added sulphur.

The volcanic basalt and clay soils of Badacsony do the rest.

Tasting Notes
Aroma: wild red berries, sour cherry, lifted florals, subtle herbs and earthiness
Palate: raspberry, cranberry, pomegranate, light pepper, fine tannins
Texture: light-footed, lively acidity, mineral backbone from the basalt
Finish: long, refreshing, with a hint of herbal spice

Serve lightly chilled.

Country: Hungary
Colour: Red
Grape: Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir & local varieties
Bottle size: 75cl
Year: 2024