{"product_id":"royal-tokaji-red-label-5-puttonyos-2018","title":"Royal Tokaji Red Label 5 Puttonyos 2018","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHungary, Tokaji\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlc 11.5% by volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBottle Size: 500ml\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRoyal Tokaji Red Label 5 Puttonyos Aszú 2018 is a classic sweet wine from Tokaj, produced from grapes concentrated by noble rot and balanced by the naturally high acidity of the region.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eApricot, peach and orange marmalade are joined by grapefruit, honey, candied ginger and delicate floral notes. The palate is rich and concentrated, with layers of ripe and dried fruit, but vibrant acidity keeps the sweetness beautifully balanced. The finish is long and persistent, with hints of spice, citrus and salinity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat makes Tokaji Aszú so distinctive is this tension between sweetness and acidity. The 2018 has considerable concentration, but it never feels heavy. Instead, the freshness gives the wine energy and allows the fruit, honeyed and botrytis-derived flavors to remain clearly defined.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eI find this an excellent introduction to serious Tokaji Aszú. It is immediately enjoyable, but the combination of sugar, acidity and concentration also gives it the ability to develop for many years in bottle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFood Pairing:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pair with foie gras, blue cheese, pâté, fruit-based desserts, apricot or peach tart, almond pastries, cheesecake, or simply enjoy it on its own after dinner.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eServe around 46–50°F.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Royal Tokaji","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67705956368681,"sku":"720815810204","price":69.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0897\/5407\/5433\/files\/Royal.jpg?v=1793296311","url":"https:\/\/305wines.com\/products\/royal-tokaji-red-label-5-puttonyos-2018","provider":"305 Wines","version":"1.0","type":"link"}