Cserszegi Fűszeres

Cserszegi Fűszeres is a white Hungarian grape that produces light and refreshing white wines. The grape is a hybrid between Savagnin Rose and Irsai Olivér, which is also a white Hungarian cross introduced in 1930. Cserszegi Fűszeres was created in 1960, but it was released in 1982.

It became one of the most successful Hungarian varieties and is now the second most common white grape in the country. Cserszegi Fűszeres produces approachable, aromatic wines that typically have a hint of spiciness. The grape is used for dry and off-dry styles, though dry wines are usually of better quality.

They are lively and bright with a floral and fruity aroma and a light body. Cserszegi Fűszeres wines are best enjoyed young, and they can be paired with pair well poultry or seafood. The unusual name is a reference to its origin—Cserszegtomaj village—while the and fűszeres, meaning spicy, is a reference to its character.