Despite a history dating back to the 19th century, Kékfrankos is a blue grape variety that seems to have been invented for today’s modern wine consumer. Its wines are full of refreshing fruitiness, with an acidic lift to the palate and moderate tannin and alcohol levels. All this makes it a really versatile pairing, even with vegetable-based vegan dishes. Discover six Kékfrankos from six Hungarian wine districts in a masterclass.
Location: Wines of Hungary stand, Hall 9 B90
Time: 16 March 2025 15:00
Presenter: Yvonne Heistermann
Yvonne Heistermann is an accomplished IHK-certified sommelier with extensive experience in wine education, moderation and industry leadership. She has been a lecturer at leading hotel schools in Germany and Switzerland since 1998. She was the first female president of the German Sommelier Union and also chaired the IHK examination board for sommeliers. She specialises in wines from Hungary, Switzerland, Spain, France and Germany. Her book ‘Weinland Ungarn – neu entdeckt’ was published in 2008.
List of featured wines:
Bock Winery – Villányi Kékfrankos 2023
Kúria Sopron – Kékfrankos 2020
Tűzkő Estate – Kékfrankos 2021
Zelna Winery – Farkó-Kő Kékfrankos 2023
Vida Péter, Szekszárd – Hidaspetre Kékfrankos Prémium 2021
Juhász Brothers Winery – Juhász Egri Bikavér Premium Selection 2022
We kindly ask all registered attendees for the masterclasses to arrive at the scene of the event at least five minutes prior the start time. After the start time the organizers maintain the right to assign vacant seats to walk-ins. Seating is available on a first-come, first-served basis at the counter and the tables around it. Thanks for your understanding.
The organizers reserve the right to make changes in the line-up of wines presented at the masterclasses if necessary.
Online registration for the masterclass has been closed. On-site registration might be still available at the Wines of Hungary stand in Hall 9 B90 but please note that seats are subject to availability.