Tokaji Szamorodni dry 2020 by Pannon Tokaj is a dry Hungarian white wine with Protected Designation of Origin Tokaj, aged in barrel. It is one of the region’s traditional specialities: a complex, layered wine that surprises anyone who only knows the sweet Tokaji wines.
Tokaji Szamorodni dry: what is it?
“Szamorodni” comes from Polish and means “as it comes”: the grapes are harvested in whole bunches, without separating the botrytised berries as is done for Tokaji Aszú. Depending on the vintage and the fermentation, Szamorodni can be sweet or dry. The dry version is the most food-friendly and the least known outside Hungary.
Tasting notes
- Appearance: bright golden yellow.
- Nose: nuts and notes of barrel ageing.
- Palate: dry and mineral, with hints of walnut and a balanced acidity that gives freshness and a long finish.
Food pairing
The winery recommends it with aged ham, mushroom dishes or as an aperitif. It also goes very well with mature cheeses, nuts, foie gras and poultry with creamy sauces.
Pairing ideas with Spanish cuisine
Tokaji Szamorodni dry fits naturally with many Spanish products. Some ideas to get the most out of it:
- Iberian or Serrano ham: the acidity cleanses the fat and the nutty notes complement the cure.
- Wild mushrooms and porcini: scrambled, grilled or in a creamy rice, they bring out its earthy character.
- Mature cheeses: aged Manchego, Idiazábal or a mild blue cheese.
- Toasted almonds, walnuts and olives: perfect for a simple aperitif.
- Foie gras and pâtés: a dry alternative to the classic sweet wines.
- Fish in creamy sauces and roast poultry: its body and ageing stand up well to sauces.
Technical sheet
- Winery: Pannon Tokaj Pincészet (Tolcsva, Hungary)
- Type: dry white wine, PDO Tokaj
- Vintage: 2020
- Ageing: in barrel
- Alcohol: 13% vol.
- Size: 50 cl bottle
- Allergens: contains sulphites
How to serve it
Serve at 12–14 °C in a white wine glass. Once opened, keep it closed in the fridge and drink within a few days.
Why choose a dry Szamorodni
If you like barrel-aged whites, Sherry or full-bodied white wines, dry Szamorodni is an ideal gateway to the world of Tokaj. It offers the complexity of an aged wine with the freshness of the region’s typical acidity, and its 50 cl bottle is perfect for sharing between two or three people over lunch or dinner. It is also an original gift for anyone who already knows the sweet wines of Tokaj and wants to discover its more gastronomic side.
The Pannon Tokaj winery
Pannon Tokaj Pincészet produces and bottles its wines in Tolcsva, one of the historic wine villages of the Tokaj region in north-eastern Hungary. At El Gourmet Shop we distribute their wines in Spain: Tokaji Aszú, Eszencia, sweet and dry Szamorodni and late harvest wines.
Tokaj, home of Hungary’s great wines
The Tokaj wine region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its sweet wines, but its dry whites are just as interesting. Discover the full selection of Pannon Tokaj wines in our shop.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tokaji Szamorodni dry a sweet wine?
No. It is a dry white wine, although it has plenty of body and complexity thanks to barrel ageing.
What do you drink Tokaji Szamorodni dry with?
As an aperitif, with cured ham, mushrooms, mature cheeses or nuts.
How long does it keep once opened?
Tightly closed and in the fridge, several days without losing its aromas.
Do you ship across Spain?
Yes. We ship Tokaji Szamorodni dry 2020 and the rest of our Tokaj wines across mainland Spain, well packed so they arrive in perfect condition.
