Everything About Ezerjo Grape

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Origin: Hungary
History: Ezerjó is a white Hungarian wine grape grown primarily in the Mór region. Locally, it is prized for its very fruity nose and crisp, full-bodied freshness. It is rare to find a bottle outside of Hungary, as most is consumed by the local population, and production is limited to certain small areas. This wine has a very long history, including being a favorite with the royals of the Habsburg dynasty. It is also used to make sweet dessert wines.
Appearance: Small to medium-sized, greenish-yellow berries forming compact clusters.
Growing Traits: Ezerjó is an early-ripening white wine grape from Hungary. It has a medium growing season with medium yield potential. The variety produces light, crisp, and refreshing wines.
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Ezerjó is a fantastic food wine, as its flavors are relatively neutral, so it brings out the fine, delicate spices in various dishes. Its high, fresh acidity means it can also lift heavy, fatty ingredients and discretely emphasize acidic ingredients, giving an elegant boost to dishes.
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Light to medium-bodied with a crisp and refreshing profile, emphasizing its high acidity and subtle fruit flavors. Typically dry, focusing on its natural acidity and minerality with minimal residual sugar. Negligible tannins, as it is a white wine variety, resulting in a smooth and clean palate. High acidity, providing a zesty and invigorating character, making it suitable for various wine styles, including dry and sweet wines. Moderate alcohol content, typically ranging between 11% and 13%, ensuring balance and drinkability.
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Ezerjó wines are characterized by bright citrus and green apple flavors, complemented by a pronounced minerality and subtle herbal notes. The high acidity provides a crisp and refreshing finish, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a zesty and invigorating white wine.
Regions
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Hungary
•Mór
•Kunság
•Neszmély
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Romania
•Transylvania
Notable Wines and Producers
Csetvei Ezerjó
•Csetvei Pince
Geszler Ezerjó
•Geszler Családi Pincészet
Miklóscsabi Ezerjó
•Miklóscsabi Pincészet

Ezerjo FAQ

Hungary

Ezerjo has a body level of 2 out of 5. Which means that Ezerjo is Moderate to Light bodied.

Ezerjo has a dryness level of 1 out of 5. Which means that Ezerjo is Dry.

Hungary

Ezerjo is grown in Hungary (Mór, Kunság, Neszmély)Romania (Transylvania).

Ezerjó wines are characterized by bright citrus and green apple flavors, complemented by a pronounced minerality and subtle herbal notes. The high acidity provides a crisp and refreshing finish, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a zesty and invigorating white wine.

Ezerjó is a fantastic food wine, as its flavors are relatively neutral, so it brings out the fine, delicate spices in various dishes. Its high, fresh acidity means it can also lift heavy, fatty ingredients and discretely emphasize acidic ingredients, giving an elegant boost to dishes.

Ezerjó wines are characterized by bright citrus and green apple flavors, complemented by a pronounced minerality and subtle herbal notes. The high acidity provides a crisp and refreshing finish, making it a delightful choice for those seeking a zesty and invigorating white wine.