International Varieties

While Hungary is famed for its native grapes, it also excels with international varieties. Along the Great Plain, vineyards produce easy‑drinking whites and rosés from global grapes such as Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Cabernet Sauvignon. These low‑altitude sandy soils yield light, refreshing wines designed for early enjoyment – perfect for fröccs (wine spritzers) on a hot Singapore afternoon. Further south, Villány and Szekszárd champion Bordeaux varieties like Cabernet Franc, Merlot and Cabernet Sauvignon, producing plush reds with black cherry, graphite and cocoa.

Hungary’s climate sits roughly on the same latitude as Burgundy and just north of Bordeaux, giving international grapes a familiar home while volcanic and limestone soils add a unique twist. Chardonnay and Pinot Noir thrive in Eger and Balaton’s cooler subregions, offering Burgundian elegance with a mineral edge. Whether you’re tasting a Bordeaux‑style blend like Kopar, a Merlot‑driven Solus or a crisp Chardonnay from Mátra, these wines deliver world‑class quality at surprising value. Our collection gathers Hungary’s best expressions of international grapes, each with a touch of Magyar personality.