26/11/2025
New arrivals Kolonia 52 are in stocks!
North of Lake Balaton, on the volcanic slopes of Szent György-hegy, Annamária Török and Atilla Francisti produc low-intervention wines under the name Kolónia 52.
Their first official vintage was in 2021, but they bring solid experience from top Austrian producers such as Gut Oggau, Heinrich, and Michael Gindl. They farm small organic and biodynamic parcels on the hill’s northern side, where basalt soils provide freshness and minerality.
Fermentation is spontaneous, no additives are used, and the focus is on native varieties like Furmint, Hárslevelű, and Kékfrankos, with some grapes sourced from like-minded growers.
Optimum Acidum Pét Nat 2024
Sauvignon Blanc and Riesling, directly pressed and fermented in large barrels. Bottled the following March. Slow fermentation creates smooth, fine, long-lasting bubbles.
Controlled Chaos 2024
Now a rosé-style cuvée made entirely from Pinot varieties. Whole-bunch Pinot Noir soaked in direct-press Pinot Gris juice, co-fermented for 10 days, then aged 9 months in 600 L barrels and a 500 L amphora. Bottled with no additions.
Lime 2024
A new Riesling–Furmint cuvée, directly pressed and aged on lees in 500–600 L barrels and a 300 L amphora. From volcanic basalt soils, showing minerality, floral notes, and fresh acidity.
Cabernet Franc 2023
Hand-destemmed grapes fermented in open fermenters with mostly intact berries. After 10 days maceration, gently pressed and aged 11 months in 400–500 L oak barrels. Bottled without additions. Classic Cabernet Franc with smooth fruit and gentle spice.
