“White wine, colourful culture” festival in Tokaj this week

Are you interested in tasting high-quality wines while learning more about winemaking processes? Do you need a tip for a great family event for the weekend? Or would you simply like to have a pleasant time in the company of your friends while casually sipping a glass of Tokaji? This article is for you.

THE HARVEST FESTIVAL OF TOKAJ-HEGYALJA, 2020 OCTOBER 1-4

One of the most famous wine regions in Hungary, Tokaj, is hosting its annual harvest festival, where they are awaiting curious visitors. According to tokaj-turizmus.hu, the organisers are keeping in mind the safety of people and also undertake some limitations because of the coronavirus. This traditional festival is continuously held for 88 years now!

The region of Tokaj is located in the north-eastern part of Hungary and is a UNESCO World Heritage location since 2002. The 5,500 hectares area of vineyards has always been famous for its wine, especially the Tokaj aszú, a unique sweet wine, which is made of the famous Furmint and Hárslevelű types. These base types are, of course, also available to those who prefer dry wines.

The event will take place in various locations around the village of Hegyalja (“Foothills”), where you can live through the full experience of how a Hungarian wine festival looks like.

On the main street, eight winemakers will present their products from their cellars.