Hungary — wine

Villány PDO

Hungary's warmest and most southerly wine region, Villány produces the country's most internationally acclaimed red wines from Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, and indigenous Kadarka in the foothills of the Villány Mountains. The region has evolved from bulk production to premium single-vineyard wines.

Year Rating Notes
2024 Villány Mountain conditions ideal; Cabernet Franc showing aromatic depth.
2023 Outstanding Villány vintage; Kopár will be exceptional.
2022 Warm year; south-facing limestone sites produced concentrated wines.
2021 Cooler conditions; Cabernet Franc showing Loire-like freshness.
2020 Outstanding vintage; Villány earning international recognition.
2019 Strong growing season; Gere Attila selections showing complexity.
2018 Classic warm year; wines ageing with distinction.