{"product_id":"toth-ferenc-varvedo-egri-bikaver-grand-superior-2021-sik-hegy-bull-s-blood","title":"Tóth Ferenc Várvédő Egri Bikavér Grand Superior 2021 – Sík-hegy Bull’s Blood","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA single-vineyard Grand Superior Egri Bikavér from Sík-hegy — deep, complex and built around dark fruit, toasted spice and velvety tannins.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDeep garnet-red in colour, Várvédő opens with subtle leather and pronounced toasted notes, led by roasted chestnut. Blueberry, cherry and plum follow, while time in the glass reveals a Mediterranean layer of basil-like spice and dried tomato.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIn the glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palate brings dried plum, fig and intense toasted notes, supported by lively acidity and velvety tannins. Chocolate and dried plum return on the finish, alongside a chalky, gently drying character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy it’s special\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Grand Superior Bikavér comes from Eger’s Sík-hegy vineyard and blends Kékfrankos, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Pinot Noir. The varieties were harvested separately and fermented in stainless steel tanks and vats before ageing in younger and new Hungarian and French oak barrels of 500 and 225 litres. After two years of ageing, the final blend was assembled and rested for several more months in stainless steel before bottling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePerfect with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoast beef, game, smoked cheese and roast lamb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAwards \u0026amp; recognition\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e93 points – JamesSuckling.com\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGold Medal – 29th Eger Wine Region Wine Competition 2025\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMeet Tóth Ferenc\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTóth Ferenc Pincészet is an Eger producer known for classic regional wines including Egri Bikavér, Egri Csillag and Kadarka.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tóth Ferenc Pincészet","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57337846071620,"sku":null,"price":44.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0983\/1795\/9492\/files\/01_varvedo_hero.jpg?v=1790528632","url":"https:\/\/beyondtokaj.co.uk\/products\/toth-ferenc-varvedo-egri-bikaver-grand-superior-2021-sik-hegy-bull-s-blood","provider":"Beyond Tokaj | Hungarian Wine UK","version":"1.0","type":"link"}