Brilliant amber in aspect, with rich, honeyed aromas of almonds, nuts and mature fruit. Full bodied, smooth and unctuous on the palate, with flavours of dates, figs, fresh honey and crab apple. Serve with desserts, nuts, foie gras and cheeses.

King of Wines, Wine of Kings’- Tokaji Aszú, is a rich, honeyed dessert wine which is balanced with invigorating or refreshing acidity. This treasure is only made in the Tokaj-Hegyalja wine region in North East Hungary. Crown Estates of Hungary, the leading Hungarian owned producer of Tokaji Aszú wines, is a vital part of the nation’s heritage. The company owns the former Royal ‘Szarvas’ great first growth vineyard and the unique Crown Estates Museum Cellar, where the best vintages from the 20th Century and earlier are matured and stored in a 13th Century labyrinth.

In north-east Hungary, vineyards nestle on the southern slopes of the Tokaj Mountain and the other volcanic Zemplén hills. Here some of the most spectacular late harvest wines are made from desiccated Aszú berries (these are grapes shrivelled by botrytis). These wines have excited wine lovers for over 400 years. After decades of isolation the reputation of the region is now being restored. Crown Estates of Hungary epitomises the traditions and heritage of this famous wine region. The company, formerly known as Tokaji Kereskedőház, launched their new range of wines on the UK market in September 2000, with their new agent Pol Roger and is seeking to extend its distribution in the UK and on other international markets.

These unique wines are made using the traditional techniques that date back for almost 400 years. Over this period they have funded wars and graced the tables of monarchs. Even though the region has witnessed great traumas and deprivation, winemakers and cellarmasters have continued to make the most spectacular wines. The finest wines of the past 100 years are only found in Crown Estates’ Musuem Collection.