We believe that greatness does not come from habit. Experimentation, openness and creativity are the keys to progress, not only in life, but also in winemaking. The evolution we are going through can be felt and tasted in the 2021 vintage of our Bárka red blend. Its varietal composition is even more exciting, even more pleasant – with a higher proportion of Kékfrankos (over 40%), Cabernet Franc, Merlot and, as a new addition, Syrah. It was fermented with organic yeast in tanks for two weeks on the skins. It was aged for almost a year in 225 litre medium toasted used barrels from Zemplén and Mecsek before being bottled. It is lively, with a good structure and a fruity character. Its aroma is full of red berries and forest fruits, with a hint of cherry and a touch of spice. On the palate, the fruit dominates, but it remains lively and elegant, with just the right weight. Certified ORGANIC wine.
- Winery: Zelna Winery
- Vintage: 2021
- Grape Variety: Kékfrankos, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Syrah
- Ageing: Fermentation in stainless steel tanks with indigenous yeasts, and 2 weeks of maceration. Maturation: 10 months in 225-liter barrels from Zemplén and Mecsek, including 1-3-5-7 years old medium-toast barrels (Hungarian-French), with a minimum of 3 months ageing in the bottle.
- Number of Bottles Produced: 5000
- Number of Bottles Available: 3000
- Alcohol: 14 %
- Total Acidity: 5,9 g/l
- Residual Sugar: 1,7 g/l
- Dry Extract: 27,5 g/l
- Size of Bottle: 0,75 liter
- Wine District: Balatonfüred-Csopak
- Wine Region: Balaton
- Wine Type: Red, Dry,