red
Kadarka
Hungary's historic red
Grape Details
Serving Temp
14-16°C
Aging Potential
3-10 years
Origins
Balkans, widely planted in Hungary (ancient variety)
Food pairings
Hungarian goulashDuckSpiced dishesGrilled vegetables
About the Grape
Kadarka
"Hungary's historic red"
Kadarka was Hungary's most important red grape before phylloxera, and is now being revived by quality producers. It produces elegantly spicy, medium-bodied wines reminiscent of Pinot Noir but with distinct Pannonian character.
Flavor Profile
Red cherry
defining
White pepper
prominent
Dried rose
prominent
Tea
subtle
Light tannins
defining
Where It Shines
Szekszárd, Hungary
Spicy, elegant, traditional
Villány, Hungary
Richer, modern, concentrated
Vojvodina, Serbia
Light, fresh, everyday
Bulgaria
Rare, rustic, traditional