Dobogó, `Mylitta` Noble Late 2018 Tokaj,

PRODUCER 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 220 metres 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 for Mylitta are grown in the 40 year old of Betsek in Mad, and Palota in Tallya. The vineyards are planted with 60% , 30% Harslevelu and 10% Lunel. Yields are restricted to an average of 1 kilo of grapes per vine and soils here are volcanic. Grapes for the Mylitta were harvested late, and were affected by '', or a botrytis which concentrates the flavours, and acidity, resulting in a luscious style of .

VINTAGE The 2018 had a really warm summer as well as September. As a result, there were really good quality grapes. A large quantity and high quality of aszú berries permitted the release of the winery's first 100% Muscat Lunel late harvest wine.

VINIFICATION The grapes were handpicked, and the botrytised bunches were pressed and macerated. The young wine was transferred to , part new (10%) and part older oak of one year old. The 300 litre barrels were Hungarian and French oak. Mylitta 2018 remained in for eight months, resulting in a slightly fresher, younger style.

TASTING NOTES Golden in colour, this wine opens with concentrated aromas of Varieties 100% Moscato/Muscat blossom, candied pineapple and apricot, accompanied by Winemaker Attila Domokos refreshing citrus notes. The palate is sweet and rich but with a Closure Natural clear structure, creamy texture and balanced acidity. ABV 11%

Bottle Sizes 37.5cl Notes Vegetarian, Practising Organic, Vegan