Furmint (Hungary)

Furmint is a white grape from Hungary.

It grows in the Tokaj region and is used to produce dry white wines.

It is also the main grape in the better known Tokaji dessert wine.

Typical Flavors


Lime
Lime		 Apple
Apple		 Pear
Pear		 Smoke
Smoke

Citrus, Apple, and Pear are typical flavors for Furmint.

Notes of "Smoky" Minerals.

Profile

Furmint is light, dry, and crispy:

SUGARDry
BODYLight
FRUITLow
ACIDITYMedium - High
Serving temperature:
8-10°C (46-50°F)
Grand Cru 10-12°C (50-54°F)

Food Pairing


Aperitif
Aperitif		 Oysters
Oysters		 Shrimps
Shrimps		 Crab
Seafood

Fish
Fish		 Chicken
Chicken		 Chips
Chips		 Soft Cheese
Soft Cheese

Furmint pairs best with Seafood, Fried Fish, and Fried Chicken.

Pairing Suggestions

Excellent Pairing:
Oysters. Mussels.
Clams. Shrimps.
Plain Fish. Sea Bass.
Fried Fish. French Fries.
Fish and Chips.

Cheese:
Goat Cheese. Feta. Robiola.
Soft Cheese. Washed-Rind Cheeses.
Burgundy Cheese. Epoisses. Soumaintrain.

French Specialities:
Snails or Prawns with Garlic.
Fried Chicken with French Fries.