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Sauska

Merlot Kopár 2017

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Rátka 2722 hrsz, 3908 Hungary

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shop.sauska.hu/

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James Suckling - 96 points

2023

Sauska Merlot Kopár 2017 is a premium red wine from the Villány region of Hungary, made from 100% Merlot grapes grown in the renowned Kopár vineyard. This elegant wine is characterized by its rounded profile and silky tannins. It is fermented in oak barrels, a unique approach in winemaking.


It has a deep ruby color, with aromas of ground spices, walnut shell, and cedar, layered over ripe dark fruit and chocolate. The wine is full-bodied, assertive, and dynamic, with excellent tannin structure. Rich and velvety, this wine is an excellent choice for lovers of complex and elegant red wines.

About Sauska

Sauska is a family-owned winery with vineyards in both Tokaj and Villány, Hungary. They produce a diverse range of wines, including sparkling, still, dry, and sweet varieties, utilizing both indigenous and international grape varieties. The winery employs gravity flow and ambient yeasts in their winemaking process to craft precise and elegant wines that honor nature, terroir, and tradition.


In Tokaj, Sauska focuses on traditional Hungarian varietals such as Furmint and Hárslevelű, producing both sparkling and still wines that reflect the region's rich winemaking heritage. In Villány, the winery is known for its sophisticated and expressive red wines, including Cabernet Franc and Cabernet Sauvignon, which have garnered multiple accolades.