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What can cause the price of a wine to increase tenfold?
There are fewer of them worldwide than the number of people who have been in space, their number is much more modest than that of Nobel laureates, and there is...
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Alcohol-free novelty in the Balaton wine world
Laposa Birtok has reached a new milestone: it has introduced its first alcohol-free wine, Laposa Vitorlás Alcohol-Free Italian Riesling, which offers conscious consumers an uncompromising wine experience. The wine presentation...
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Szürkebarát Duel in Badacsonytördemic
A truly unique wine event of national significance is coming to the Badacsony wine region: Hungary’s largest Szürkebarát tasting, titled “Szürkebarát Duel,” will debut this year, organized by the Badacsony...
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Imre Hubai: Hungarian wine is an unparalleled national treasure
Hungarian wine is a unique national treasure that the entire country can be proud of, said the State Secretary for Agriculture of the Ministry of Agriculture (AM) at the award...
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Members of this secret society decide fates
There are fewer of them worldwide than the number of people who have been in space, and their number is much more modest than that of Nobel laureates. Their qualification...
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Historic success: gold medal for Zelna Winery at the world’s most prestigious wine competition
The Balaton red wine has achieved unprecedented recognition in the international wine world: the Peregrina wine of Zelna Borászat from Balatonfüred won a gold medal with 95 points at the...
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Ferenc Vesztergombi received the Hungarian Wine Academy’s Lifetime Achievement Award this year
Grapes and wine not only provide a livelihood for hundreds of thousands of people, but also build communities, create relationships and preserve traditions – said István Nagy, Minister of Agriculture,...
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Are you campaigning against wine while representing the wine industry? György Wáberer’s challenge caused a scandal
A video posted on social media by György Wáberer, in which he encourages his followers to go alcohol-free, has caused considerable outrage among Hungarian winemakers. The campaign, which draws attention...
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Last year, 1.7 million hectoliters of wine were consumed in Hungary
Last year, a total of 1.7 million hectoliters of wine were consumed in Hungary, an average of 17.1 liters per capita, said Péter Gál, Head of Department at the Ministry...
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Nébih: the examination of wine measurement units in the Tokaj wine region yielded reassuring results
Despite some irregularities – such as incomplete management of the product accompanying document and untraceable, incorrectly labeled products – the inspection of wine measurement units in the Tokaj wine region...
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Winemaker says it’s not enough to make good wine – you also need to provide an experience
The winemaking profession has long been about passion, tradition and artisanal values – but today it is increasingly defined by survival, creativity and market-oriented thinking. Domestic wine consumption is decreasing...
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Balaton wines connect the past and the present, the producer and the consumer
Wine is not only a factor in the national economy, but also culture, history, the essence of human work and the spirit of community – stated István Nagy, Minister of...
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Ca di Rajo – Menolia Prosecco Extra Brut/Brut/Extra Dry
Menolia is a Prosecco DOC Treviso that combines the elegance and quality of classic Prosecco with exceptional value for money. Contact: Zwack Unicum Nyrt. Annamária Molnár wine trade marketing koordinátor;...
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Skin beautification doesn’t just depend on creams – what does the dietitian say?
The beauty industry has long emphasized the role of topical skin care products, while there is growing evidence that the quality of our diet also determines the health and appearance...
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Babits Winery’s Aszú won the top prize at the Szeged Wine Festival
Babits Winery’s 2019 6-puttonyos aszú won the top prize in the wine competition held at the Szeged Wine Festival, the award was presented on Monday, the gastronomic festival organizer Szegedi...
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The 44th National Wine Competition has begun, with approximately 2,700 bottles of wine competing
The 44th National Wine Competition, which began on Tuesday, will feature 890 wine samples from 239 wineries, totaling almost 2,700 bottles of wine, the event organizers told MTI on Tuesday....
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Stories of Hungarian wine: from the favorite of kings to bull’s blood – a historical evening in Eger
On May 15, 2025, the Juhász Brothers Winery in Eger will host a special historical-gastronomic event. As part of a joint program series between the Rubicon Institute and the Heves...
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Lidl Hungary also works for the success of domestic wineries
Lidl Hungary contributed approximately HUF 17.5 billion to the domestic and international success of the Hungarian wine sector in 2024, and over the past ten years, more than HUF 90...
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A historical journey in the footsteps of Hungarian wine – The Rubicon and MKIK lecture series continues in Eger
On May 15, the joint program series of the Rubicon Institute and the Hungarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry will continue in Eger, evoking outstanding chapters in Hungarian economic history....
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The 13th Avas Borangolás (Avas Borang Festival) in Miskolc starts on Thursday
This year, the Avas Wine Festival will be held in Miskolc, where visitors can discover selected wines from 92 wineries and delicacies from 52 gastronomic service providers at more than...
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A promising wine from the Balaton Uplands
Amid climate change and stricter plant protection regulations, more and more vineyards are looking for a way out towards sustainable winemaking. The Viticulture and Enology Research Institute of the University...
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The 44th National Wine Competition opens on May 13 – Minister of Agriculture Dr. István Nagy to serve as Patron-in-Chief
The National Council of Wine Communities (HNT) will host the 44th National Wine Competition’s ceremonial opening on May 13, 2025, at the Danubius Hotel Helia in Budapest. As Hungary’s most...
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Portugieser Summit: The anniversary winners are here
On April 23, the 10th edition of the international competition for wines made from the Portugieser grape variety was held, with entries arriving from 5 countries. The international jury evaluated...
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Conscious wine consumers: changing habits among younger generations
The proportion of occasional wine consumers among 18-40 year-olds has increased significantly in the past two years, according to a representative study commissioned by the National Council of Mountain Villages...
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Can a new Hungarian grape variety conquer the entire country?
The most typical fungal disease-resistant grape varieties and high-added-value wine products were developed by the consortium of Varga Winery Ltd. and the University of Pécs (PTE) with the support of...
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HNT: Today’s young adults are becoming conscious wine consumers sooner
The proportion of occasional wine consumers among the 18-40 age group has increased significantly in the past two years, and health and environmental awareness, as well as the importance of...
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This could be the reason for the dramatic decline in red wine consumption
In recent years, there has been a noticeable decline in red wine consumption worldwide – and not just because of fashion or a change in taste. Analysts certainly agree on...
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ALDI Launches Supermarket First Own-Label Aluminium Wine Bottle for Just £5.99
Aldi is toasting to a greener future with the launch of the UK’s first supermarket own-brand aluminium wine bottle. Arriving in stores on 14th April, the Costellore Pinot Grigio (£5.99,...
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The European Commission has proposed to strengthen the competitiveness of the EU wine sector
The European Commission is proposing measures to improve the competitiveness and resilience of the European wine sector, so that it remains a vital economic force in the coming decades, it...
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The turnover and reputation of Hungarian wine must be preserved
The turnover and reputation of Hungarian wine must be preserved, the Minister of Public Administration and Regional Development stated at the opening of the Veszprém County Wine Competition held at...
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