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BETSEK – 1ST GROWTH TOKAJI ASZÚ 6 PUTTONYOS 1999

There were two hailstorms in Tokaj in August. As a result, the remaining healthy grapes developed great intensity and concentration. Royal Tokaji believes that 1999 is on a par with the 1993 vintage, the first outstanding year for Tokaj after the fall of the Iron Curtain. Whereas the 1993 vintage had impressive concentration and structured richness, the hallmark of the 1999 vintage is one of unbelievable acidity wrapped in perfectly balanced fruit. Harvest Dates: Late September to late October.

Alcohol

10.3%

Sugar

185 g/l

Acidity

15.7 g/l

Bottling date

2004 May

Vintage

1999

Other Vintages

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The 1999 vintage is an outstanding one rivaling 1993. While the 1993 Betsek is emerging as one of the richest of the vintage, the 1999 Betsek celebrates the excellent vintage and the earthiness of the vineyard. On the nose, there are distinctive aromas of botrytis followed by notes of mineral, caramel and dried apricot. The palate exhibits peppermint, candied orange peel and fresh lemon. The wine’s high acidity – typical for the 1999 vintage – along with the peppermint flavors, give the Betsek a refreshing quality.