Tokaji Szamorodni sweet 2022 by Pannon Tokaj is a Hungarian sweet white wine with Protected Designation of Origin Tokaj. It is one of the region’s most famous and traditional wines: lighter and fresher than a Tokaji Aszú, but with the same character that botrytised grapes bring.
Tokaji Szamorodni sweet: what is it?
“Szamorodni” comes from Polish and means “as it comes”: the bunches are harvested whole and late, with healthy grapes and grapes affected by Botrytis cinerea (aszú berries) together, without picking them berry by berry as for Aszú. This mix is what gives the wine its special character. Depending on the vintage, Szamorodni can be sweet or dry; this is the sweet version.
Tasting notes
- Appearance: bright golden yellow.
- Nose: honey, quince, dried apricot and a touch of nuts.
- Palate: sweet and rich, balanced by Tokaj’s typical acidity, which gives freshness and a long finish.
Food pairing
The winery especially recommends it as an aperitif. It is also a classic partner for foie gras and pâtés, blue and mature cheeses, fish in creamy sauces and fruit desserts, as long as the dessert is not sweeter than the wine.
Pairing ideas with Spanish cuisine
- Foie gras and mi-cuit: the most classic pairing for Tokaj sweet wines.
- Blue cheeses: Cabrales, Valdeón or Picón, for the contrast between sweetness and salt.
- Mature cheeses: aged Manchego or Idiazábal.
- Desserts: apple tart, cheesecake, roasted fruit or almond turrón.
- Aperitif: with toasted almonds or pâté on toast.
Technical sheet
- Winery: Pannon Tokaj Pincészet (Tolcsva, Hungary)
- Type: sweet white wine, PDO Tokaj
- Vintage: 2022
- Grapes: whole bunches with botrytised (aszú) and healthy berries
- Alcohol: 11.5% vol.
- Size: 50 cl bottle
- Allergens: contains sulphites
How to serve it
Serve chilled, at 10–12 °C, in a white or dessert wine glass. Once opened, keep it closed in the fridge: thanks to its sugar and acidity it keeps well for several days.
Sweet Szamorodni or Aszú: the differences
Tokaji Aszú is made by hand-selecting only the botrytised berries one by one, which is why it is more concentrated and more expensive. Sweet Tokaji Szamorodni uses whole bunches, so it is lighter, fresher and easier to pair with food. It is the best way to start discovering the sweet wines of Tokaj and a much appreciated gift for Christmas or any celebration.
A gift idea
Tokaji Szamorodni sweet 2022 is an elegant and original gift for wine lovers, family or business partners. Combine it with foie gras, a good blue cheese or artisan chocolate and you have a complete gourmet gift. Our team will be happy to help you choose the right Tokaj wine for every occasion, from an informal dinner with friends to a Christmas hamper.
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 sweet wines
The Tokaj wine region, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is world-famous for its sweet wines. Discover the full selection of Pannon Tokaj wines or try its dry version, Tokaji Szamorodni dry 2020.
Frequently asked questions
Is Tokaji Szamorodni sweet very sweet?
It is sweet, but less concentrated than an Aszú, and its acidity makes it fresh and easy to drink.
What do you drink Tokaji Szamorodni sweet with?
As an aperitif, with foie gras, blue or mature cheeses and fruit desserts.
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 sweet 2022 and the rest of our Tokaj wines across mainland Spain, well packed so they arrive in perfect condition.
