Elizabeth Gabay MW (13:00 – 13:45 Tuesday, 12th March)
There are not many wine categories in the world where double-digit growth year on year is a regular occurrence. Sparkling wine is one of them. It’s as if the growth in the number of consumers who only want to drink sparkling wine is never going to run out of steam. And that means more people are exploring new regions and wineries alongside the world’s established sparkling wine producers. Elizabeth Gabay Master of Wine, an expert on the Hungarian wine world, will present six local sparkling wines in her masterclass, starting with one made using the Charmat method, followed by five méthode traditionnelle sparkling wines. Produced using the most prestigious sparkling wine making methods, the batches will showcase the virtues of different Hungarian wine regions and grape varieties.
Elizabeth Gabay MW: Elizabeth Gabay MW has worked in wine since 1986(!), representing vineyards in southern France, Italy, and Burgundy in the UK market. She first visited Hungary – Tokaj – in 1993. Ms. Gabay became a Master of Wine in 1998 and moved to France in 2002 increasing her focus on writing, teaching, and consulting. She has worked increasingly with the wines of Hungary and writing and lecturing on them since 2008. She is also the author of three books: “Rosé: Understanding the Pink WIne Revolution” (2018) “Rosés of Southern France” (2022) and “Wine Secrets of Romania: Dobrogea” (2023)
Royalsekt – Natara Quattrosecco Extra Dry White
Törley – Törley Chardonnay Brut Nature
Garamvári – Lellei Furmint Brut 2019
Sauska Winery – Rosé Brut Nv
Dereszla Winery – Chateau Dereszla Brut 2021
Carpinus Winery – Pezsgő Brut 2018
We kindly ask all registered attendees for the masterclasses to arrive at the scene of the event at least five minutes prior the start time. After the start time the organizers maintain the right to assign vacant seats to walk-ins. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the counter and the tables around it. Thanks for your understanding.
The organizers reserve the right to make changes in the line-up of wines presented at the masterclasses if necessary.
Online registration for the masterclass has been closed. On-site registration is still available at the Wines of Hungary stand in Hall 13, B10 but please note that seats are subject to availability.