Nagyfai

Grand Superior terroir in the village of Noszvaj which is located in the Eger wine region, in Central Europe, Hungary.[1][2] The Eger region has a cooler climate, which is similar to Burgundy or to the Northern Rhône wine regions. The continental climate and diverse soils make it capable of producing both red and white varietals.[3]

The terroir

The terroir consist of gently sloping forest soils interspersed with volcanic rocks. This site produces well balanced and well-rounded wines.

The Nagyfai terroir is almost exclusively in the possession of Kovács Nimród Winery (KNW). KNW has 12 hectares (30 acres) in Nagyfai.

Varietals of the terroir include: Pinot Gris, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Kékfrankos, Merlot and Cabernet Franc.[4]

References

  1. ↑ "Noszvaj".
  2. ↑ "Egri Borászati Klaszter".
  3. ↑ "Eger wine region".
  4. ↑ "Kovács Nimród Winery".
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