Hungary’s hidden gem
In the enchanting region along the northern shore of Lake Balaton, a sudden swirl off the main road leads into a deep forest quietly revealing a gateway to a distant world. Passing through a picturesque village and up on a hill overlooking golden fields, a bewildering light is cast by a simmering sunset. That first sight etched itself into the memory of a father and son, who stood in silent reverence until an equally stunning stary night unfolded above them.
Our fate was sealed – without hesitation or word. That moment in the summer of 2000 was to become the start of an almost impossible journey. A story had begun.
A long forgotten ruin was left in neglected state for years waiting for new life.
Old stems were removed, grounds rested and newly planted French clones found their new home.
The 'virgin' harvest comes to be as both Liszkay's overlook and meticulously select their first blue grape jewels.
Encapsulating more than a century old cellar, construction begins nearly 7 years later (2010) on a newly built winery.
Doors open in 2012.
From here the rest is history as thousands of memories and experiences unfold.
Shepherding the estate.
Read more about the colourful life of Michael Liszkay
We’ll be sharing more on our beginnings in the future.
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