Dobogó
Tokaj is a region bordered by the rivers Bodrog and Tisza in the...
north-eastern corner of Hungary, 120 miles from Budapest. It consists of 28 villages spread over the Tokaj hills at approximately 220m above sea level. Founded in 1869, the Dobogó estate is in the centre of Tokaj and today belongs to Izabella Zwack, the youngest member of the Zwack family (the producers of Hungary's famous liqueur, Unicum).
Vineyards
The grapes for Mylitta are grown in the 32 year old vineyards of Betsek in Mad. The vineyards are planted with 70% Furmint, 20% Harslevelu and 10% Muscat Lunel. Yields are restricted to an average of one kilo of grapes per vine and soils here are volcanic. Grapes for the Mylitta were harvested late, and were affected by 'Noble Rot', or a botrytis which concentrates the flavours, sugars and acidity, resulting in a luscious style of wine.
Vintage Information
The 2012 vintage was harvested in the middle of October after a dry and hot summer. The result is a young, intense, highly mineral wine with a creamy texture.
Vinification
The botrytised bunches were pressed and macerated. The young wine was transferred to barrels, part new oak (10%) and part older oak of one year old. The 300 litre barrels were Hungarian and French oak. Mylitta is a declassified 'Aszu' wine; it is made with berries that are affected by noble rot (as with Dobogo's Tokaji Aszu 6 Puttonyos wine). However, Hungarian law requires two years' barrel ageing followed by one year in bottle for the wine to qualify as 'Aszu'. Mylitta 2012 remained in barrel for eleven months, resulting in a slightly fresher, younger style. It was bottled and then aged for a further year in bottle before release.
Tasting Notes
Pale gold in the glass, with dominant aromas of blossom and honey, accompanied by refreshing citrus notes. The palate is deeper and more complex; a myriad of different apricot varieties and flowers. Marked by a wonderful, crystal clear structure and exemplary balance, the 'Mylitta' is beautifully persistent.
Vintage Information
| Vintage | 2012 |
| Grape varieties | 100% Furmint |
| Region | Tokaj |
| Winemaker | Attila Domokos |
| Alcohol (ABV) | 12% |
| Acidity | 6.2g/l |
| Residual Sugar | 110g/l |
| Wine pH | 3.66 |
Trade customers
Liberty Wines customers can order this wine directly from us.