{"title":"Tokaji Szamorodni","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTokaji Szamorodni – Dry \u0026amp; Sweet Wines from Tokaj\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover our specialist collection of \u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of Hungary's most distinctive traditional wine styles from the historic Tokaj region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike Tokaji Aszú, where noble-rotted berries are selected individually, Szamorodni is made from whole bunches containing a natural mixture of healthy, ripe and botrytised grapes. This gives the wines their own character, ranging from dry, nutty, and complex to rich, honeyed, and naturally sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor dry, sparkling and sweet wines from across the region, visit our broader \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/tokaji-wine\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Wine collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Is Tokaji Szamorodni?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSzamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of Tokaj’s historic wine specialities. The name is of Polish origin and is generally understood in the sense of \u003cstrong\u003e“as it grew”\u003c\/strong\u003e, referring to the fact that whole bunches are harvested and processed together as nature produced them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the crucial difference from Aszú. For \u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Aszú\u003c\/strong\u003e, producers individually select intensely botrytised berries before incorporating them into a base wine or fermenting must. For Szamorodni, healthy and noble-rotted berries remain together within the bunch and are fermented as one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe proportion of botrytised fruit, the ripeness of the harvest, and the course of fermentation help determine whether the finished wine becomes \u003cstrong\u003edry Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong\u003esweet Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDry and Sweet Tokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of Szamorodni's most fascinating features is that the same traditional approach can produce two markedly different styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eSzáraz Szamorodni\u003c\/em\u003e, ferments until little residual sugar remains. Traditional examples can undergo extended barrel maturation and develop complex savoury flavours of nuts, dried fruit, spice and mature oak alongside Tokaj’s characteristic acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e, or \u003cem\u003eÉdes Szamorodni\u003c\/em\u003e, retains natural residual sugar after fermentation, producing a richer style with flavours such as apricot, honey, citrus peel, ripe stone fruit and sweet spice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBoth are authentic expressions of Tokaj, but they occupy very different places at the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDry Szamorodni \u0026amp; the Traditional Yeast Layer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Dry Szamorodni has another fascinating connection with historic European winemaking. When the wine is matured in a barrel deliberately left unfilled to the top, a \u003cstrong\u003ethin natural film of yeast can develop on the surface\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis biological ageing resembles the \u003cem\u003eflor\u003c\/em\u003e found in certain Sherry wines and the yeast veil associated with Vin Jaune from the Jura, although Tokaji Dry Szamorodni remains a distinct wine with its own production tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe yeast film can help shape the wine’s distinctive character, contributing complex savoury and nutty aromas alongside the influence of botrytised grapes and barrel ageing. Typical notes can include \u003cstrong\u003ewalnut, almond, dried fruit, bread crust and spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTokajicum Dry Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/products\/tokajicum-tokaji-dry-szamorodni\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokajicum Tokaji Dry Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e represents the rarer dry side of the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from hand-picked bunches containing both healthy and botrytised Furmint and Hárslevelű grapes, the wine undergoes traditional fermentation beneath a thin veil of yeast before extended oxidative barrel maturation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe result combines Tokaj’s botrytis and volcanic character with nutty, savoury complexity, dried fruit, subtle oak and vanilla. Its style has echoes of Fino Sherry while remaining unmistakably Tokaji.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe it with cured meats, shellfish, soups, mature cheese or savoury dishes rather than treating it as a dessert wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTokajicum Sweet Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/products\/tokajicum-tokaji-szamorodni\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokajicum Tokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e offers an accessible introduction to the sweet expression of the style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from Furmint and Hárslevelű grown on rhyolite-tuff soils, it combines floral aromas with honey, orange peel, mango and winter spice, while Furmint’s natural acidity keeps the sweetness fresh and balanced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe selected Tokajicum as an important part of our Tokaji range because winemaker \u003cstrong\u003eLászló Buttella\u003c\/strong\u003e consistently delivers authentic regional wines at excellent value, making this an ideal bottle for customers discovering Szamorodni for the first time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGróf Degenfeld Organic Tokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/products\/grof-degenfeld-tokaji-szamorodni\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGróf Degenfeld Organic Tokaji Szamorodni 2022\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e offers an organically produced interpretation of this traditional sweet style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from native Tokaji grape varieties and matured in Hungarian oak, it combines pear and apricot with honeyed notes, ripe stone fruit, volcanic minerality and the additional complexity developed during barrel ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGróf Degenfeld has cultivated its Tokaj vineyards organically since 2009, making this a particularly attractive choice for customers looking for organically grown Tokaji with a strong sense of regional character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Is Szamorodni Different from Tokaji Aszú?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe key difference lies in grape selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor \u003cstrong\u003eSzamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e, producers harvest whole bunches containing both healthy and botrytised berries and ferment them together. For \u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Aszú\u003c\/strong\u003e, producers select the shrivelled, noble-rotted berries individually and incorporate them into a base wine or fermenting must.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis makes Aszú generally more concentrated and labour-intensive, while Szamorodni offers much of Tokaj’s botrytised complexity in a more approachable, versatile form.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare the two styles in our dedicated \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/tokaji-aszu\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Aszú collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Is Szamorodni Different from Late Harvest Wine?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLate Harvest Tokaji\u003c\/strong\u003e is typically designed to emphasise ripe fruit, freshness, and approachable sweetness, while Szamorodni is a more traditional Tokaji category defined by whole bunches containing varying proportions of healthy and botrytised grapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet Szamorodni therefore often shows greater botrytis character, barrel-derived complexity and tertiary development than a youthful Late Harvest wine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a lighter introduction to sweet Tokaji, explore our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/late-harvest-wine\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLate Harvest Wine collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFurmint \u0026amp; the Structure of Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurmint\u003c\/strong\u003e plays a central role throughout our Szamorodni collection. Its naturally high acidity is particularly important in both dry and sweet styles, giving the wines freshness, structure and the ability to develop complexity during barrel ageing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHárslevelű and other permitted Tokaj varieties can add floral, fruity, and aromatic character, depending on the producer and blend.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore the grape across dry, sparkling and sweet styles in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/furmint\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurmint Wine collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePersonally Selected by Zoltan\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBest of Hungary co-founder \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/pages\/zoltan-kopacsi\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZoltan Kopacsi\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e selected the Szamorodni range to show the breadth of this often-overlooked Tokaji style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDuring his postgraduate Wine Business Management studies at the University of Tokaj, part of his course involved visiting Tokaji wineries and meeting producers across the region, giving him first-hand insight into the different approaches used for dry and sweet Szamorodni.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Sweet Tokaji Szamorodni Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet Szamorodni typically combines ripe and dried fruit with the characteristic complexity of noble rot. Depending on the producer and vintage, flavours can include \u003cstrong\u003eapricot, pear, peach, quince, citrus peel, honey, mango, raisin, vanilla and sweet spice\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBarrel ageing can add further notes of oak, nuts and tertiary complexity, while Furmint’s acidity helps keep the wines fresh despite their natural sweetness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat Does Dry Tokaji Szamorodni Taste Like?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDry Szamorodni offers a very different experience. Expect a more savoury profile with \u003cstrong\u003edried fruit, walnut, almond, spice, mature oak and oxidative complexity\u003c\/strong\u003e, combined with the acidity and mineral character of Tokaj.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional examples can appeal particularly to drinkers who enjoy complex oxidative or biologically aged wines, while still retaining a distinctly Tokaji identity through their grapes, botrytis influence and volcanic terroir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFood Pairing with Tokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e is particularly versatile with food. Try it with foie gras, air-dried Mangalitsa ham, blue cheeses such as Stilton or Roquefort, fruit cakes, chocolate-covered pastries or spicy Asian dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDry Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e works particularly well in a savoury role and can be served with cured meats, prawns, soups, nuts, mature cheeses and tomato-based dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatility is one of the style's great strengths: Szamorodni can take you from aperitif and savoury courses through to cheese and dessert, depending on whether you choose dry or sweet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow to Serve Tokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe sweet Szamorodni chilled, generally around \u003cstrong\u003e9–12°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, depending on the wine's richness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServe dry Szamorodni slightly warmer, around \u003cstrong\u003e12–14°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, to let its nutty, oxidative, barrel-aged aromas develop more fully.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA smaller white-wine glass with a gently tapered bowl works well for both styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHow Long Does Szamorodni Keep After Opening?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne advantage of Szamorodni is that you do not normally need to finish the bottle in one sitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA well-sealed bottle of \u003cstrong\u003eSweet Szamorodni can generally remain enjoyable for around one to two weeks after opening when kept refrigerated\u003c\/strong\u003e, while a traditionally matured \u003cstrong\u003eDry Szamorodni can often remain in good condition for around two weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSzamorodni Within the Tokaji Dessert Wine Tradition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSweet Szamorodni sits naturally between approachable Late Harvest wines and the greater concentration of Tokaji Aszú, making it an excellent way to explore the complexity of traditional sweet Tokaji without immediately moving to the richest styles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDiscover all of our sweet Tokaj wines in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/tokaji-dessert-wine\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Dessert Wine collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, including Late Harvest, Szamorodni, Aszú and Eszencia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBuy Tokaji Szamorodni Online in the UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBrowse our collection of \u003cstrong\u003edry and sweet Tokaji Szamorodni\u003c\/strong\u003e, from approachable everyday examples to organic and traditionally matured wines from specialist Tokaji producers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe range forms part of our wider \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/wines\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHungarian Wine collection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e and is carefully packed for delivery across the UK.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"tokajicum-tokaji-szamorodni","title":"TOKAJICUM Tokaji Szamorodni 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eTokaji Édes Szamorodni is a complex yet easy-drinking sweet wine. This affordable luxury offers the ideal introduction to \u003ca title=\"Hungarian Dessert Wine\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/tokaji-wine\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHungarian dessert wines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt boasts a deep golden colour, an intensely floral aroma, and rich flavours of honey, orange peel, mango, and winter spices, with a hint of botrytis. Its silky smooth texture is complemented by the vibrant acidity of the \u003ca title=\"Furmint Grape\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/furmint\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFurmint grape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which perfectly balances the wine's natural sweetness. This makes it an approachable drink and a versatile choice for food pairing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat is Tokaji Szamorodni?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTokaji Sweet Szamorodni is one of Hungary's most popular and cherished dessert wines, originating from the historic Tokaj wine region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name \"Szamorodni\" derives from Polish, meaning \"as it grows.\" Unlike a \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/products\/tokajicum-tokaji-aszu-5-puttonyos\" title=\"TOKAJICUM Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, which is made with selected grapes, Szamorodni is crafted using whole clusters, beautifully blending both botrytised and whole grapes. This results in a wine with great depth and complexity delivered in a refreshing sip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional late-harvest wine captures the distinctive character of the unique volcanic Tokaj terroir, making it an excellent choice for those trying Hungarian sweet wines for the first time or as a unique gift for wine enthusiasts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr width=\"100%\" size=\"1\" noshade align=\"center\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a gourmet experience, pair this sweet wine with a luxurious \u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Goose Liver Products\" href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/foie-gras\"\u003egoose liver\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e or a creamy blue cheese for a delightful contrast. For an indulgent sweet treat, try it with fruit cakes or your Christmas pudding. \u003cspan\u003eIf you are feeling more adventurous, consider serving it with spicy Asian dishes for an exciting fusion of flavours.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eServing temperature: 9-11°C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrape variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Furmint and Hárslevelű\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Soil type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhyolite tuff\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFermentation:\u003c\/strong\u003e In an oak barrel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAgeing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1 year in an oak barrel\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAlcohol content:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.0%\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBottle size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.5l\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeciality:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vegan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTokajicum Winery, Tokaj\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Tokajicum Winery is situated in the historic Tokaj region and cultivates grapes on 20 hectares of premier cru vineyards. 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This exquisite wine is a complex, rich vintage from a select Grand Cru vineyard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt boasts an intense, fragrant aroma with notes of vanilla, yellow-fleshed fruits, spices, citrus, apricots, pears, and ripe apples. The soft and creamy texture is beautifully complemented by a firmer, more developed botrytis character. On the palate, you will find enticing layers of apricot, yellow-fleshed peach, raisin, vanilla, sweet spices, ripe apple, and quince, creating a truly memorable experience.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr align=\"center\" noshade size=\"1\" width=\"100%\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFood Pairing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis wine pairs wonderfully with air-dried mangalitza ham, Asian fusion dishes and chocolate-covered cakes like \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/products\/zserbo-szelet\" title=\"Gerbeaud Cake\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGerbeaud\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e. 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From the very beginning, Istvan, a perfectionist, aimed to produce only premium-quality wines by maximising each vintage's potential. This process begins in his vineyards, where he grows grapes of exceptional quality through a rigorous scientific approach to cultivation. He then employs artisanal winemaking methods to craft each wine, allowing the unique characteristics of the grapes, vineyard, and terroir to shine through in every drop.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Balassa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":30889855746150,"sku":"BTSZ500","price":33.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1611\/9729\/products\/Balassa-Tokaji-Szamorodni.jpg?v=1777104031"},{"product_id":"grof-degenfeld-tokaji-szamorodni","title":"GRÓF DEGENFELD Organic Tokaji Szamorodni 2022","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis elegant Szamorodni showcases the depth of flavour typically associated with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.bestofhungary.co.uk\/collections\/tokaji-wine\" title=\"Tokaji Aszú\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTokaji Aszú\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e, all in an easy-drinking, approachable style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt features a complex aroma of pear and apricot, enhanced by honeyed notes in the background. 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