Secundo Classis
Second class in Latin, first used in Hungary around 1700 to indicate a Tokay vineyard… Continue reading
Primae Classis
Literally, first class. A Latin designation used by the Hungarians since around 1700 to indicate… Continue reading
Pro Mensa Caesaris Primus
Around 1700 two Tokay vineyards were given this designation, which means chosen for the royal… Continue reading
Puttony
The traditional basket in which ASZÚ grapes were gathered. The word puttony has given rise… Continue reading
Gönci
The traditional barrels, which hold about 140 liters of wine, used to make Tokay Aszú… Continue reading
Edes
Slightly sweet, a term usually applied to Szamorodni, the type of wine made in Tokay… Continue reading
Aszú
The term for shriveled grapes that have been attacked by the beneficial mold BOTRYTIS CINEREA.… Continue reading