Markus Del Monego MW & Sommelier World Champion 1998 (16:00 – 16:45 Monday, 11th March)
Tokaji Aszú is for those who want something really special. It does not fit into any of the known patterns and its consumption goes beyond the usual premium wine experience, thanks to its aromatic complexity, rich, velvety texture and elegant acidity, which is not found in other wines. This is a wine whose production can never be taken for granted, as it depends on a unique combination of climatic conditions. Markus Del Monego is the world’s first Master of Wine and Sommelier World Champion. The German wine expert invites you to an amazing masterclass, where six Tokaji Aszús will be poured, showing the differences between styles and vintages.
Markus Del Monego: Born in Switzerland in 1966, Markus Del Monego grew up in South Baden, Germany. He has worked as a sommelier in Germany and in the hotel business in UK. In 1998 he became the first German World Sommelier Champion. In 2003 he passed the Master of Wine exam, becoming the first person to hold both titles. In 2014 he became a Sake Samurai, in 2015 Ambassador of Barolo wines and in 2016 Ambassador of Champagne. Today he is the owner and managing director of tasteTainment GmbH, a consultancy based in Essen, Germany, which advises wine merchants, wine producers and private individuals around the world on all aspects of “wine and enjoyment”.
Patricius Tokaj – Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos 2017
Gizella Winery – Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos 2019
Gróf Degenfeld Wine Estate and Castle Hotel**** – Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos 2017
Carpinus Winery – Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos 2016
Tokaj-Hétszőlő Organic Vineyards – Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos Hétszőlő-Dűlő 1er Cru Bio 2017
Füleky Tokaj Estate – Tokaji Aszú 6 Puttonyos 2013
+ by the spoon: Sauska Winery – Tokaji Aszú Essencia 2005
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.