Bulls Blood ‘Bikavér’ – Thummerer – Superior 2017

Description

Superior Bulls Blood / Bikavér is an outstanding, premium dry red wine with a Protected Designation of Origin, from Thummerer Winery, in Eger. Superior Bulls Blood is only produced in outstanding vintages. This multi awarded wine is among the top category of Bulls Bloods (Bikavér) at Thummerer Winery.

It has been an exceptional vintage in Hungary, especially for red wines. Hot summer, then long, warm & sunny autumn, sufficient precipitation and ideal circumstances for an excellent harvest, with high sugar levels.

It is made using the following varieties: Kékfrankos being the base wine, with Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon & Syrah. This blend resulted in a nice and round, full bodied red, with forest berries, peppers and earthy aromas on the nose, complemented by dark fruits, forest floor & beautiful oak on the palate. A superb blend for serious wine fans.

This Bulls Blood has been traditionally barrel aged for 18 months, followed by a lengthy bottle ageing.

Thummerer Bikavér Superior will form perfect harmony with traditional wild game, or beef dishes such as grilled steak with potato strudel.

It is best consumed at 16-18°C.

Alcohol content: 14.5%,
Acid content: 5,1 g/l.

Protected Designation of Origin

Suitable for vegans.

Awards of current and previous vintages:

Silver Medal – Challenge International du Vin Bordeaux 2017
Golden Medal – Top Eger Bull’s Blood – Eger Wine Region Wine Competition 2017
Golden Medal – Hungarian National Wine Competition 2017
Silver Medal – 18. VinAgora International Wine Competition 2017

Golden Medal – Eger Wine Region Wine Competition 2023 (Vintage 2017)
Golden Medal – Hungarian National Wine Competition 2023 (Vintage 2017)

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