500ml Bottle.
Overview
A classic expression of Hungary's celebrated Tokaj region, this 2019 Aszú 5 Puttonyos is a richly concentrated sweet wine crafted from individually selected, noble rot-affected grapes. Predominantly Furmint, complemented by Hárslevelű and Yellow Muscat, it combines luscious dried fruit, honey and candied citrus characters with vibrant natural acidity and remarkable ageing potential.
With 155.5 g/L residual sugar balanced by 7.24 g/L acidity, the wine offers generous sweetness without sacrificing freshness, elegance or structure.
Winemaking
Aszú production is one of the world's most labour-intensive winemaking traditions. The noble rot-affected berries are individually hand-harvested and carefully selected for their concentration and quality. Approximately 1kg of Aszú berries requires 8–10kg of healthy grapes to produce.
The Aszú berries are macerated with fermenting must before pressing. Following fermentation, the wine is matured for 24 months in used Hungarian oak barrels, followed by approximately 10 months of bottle ageing.
Historically, the term "5 Puttonyos" referred to the number of baskets of Aszú berries added to a traditional Gönci barrel of base wine. Today, Tokaji Aszú classification is determined by analytical criteria, particularly residual sugar levels.
Critic Reviews
93/100 — Decanter World Wine Awards
2026 Competition
92/100 — Decanter
Tasted September 2026
Drinking Window: 2026–2036
Silver Medal — International Wine & Spirit Competition
"Concentrated aromas of apple compote, bitter orange marmalade, and saffron."
2026 Competition
Awards
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Grand Gold — VinAgora International Wine Competition 2026
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Grand Gold — Országos Borverseny 2026
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Gold — WineLovers Wine Awards 2026
Producer
Founded in 1990 with the involvement of renowned wine writer Hugh Johnson, Royal Tokaji played a pioneering role in restoring the international reputation of Hungary's historic Tokaj wine region.
Based in Mád, the winery works with some of Tokaj's most distinguished vineyard sites, including Szt. Tamás, Nyulászó, Betsek and Mézes Mály. Combining traditional Aszú production methods with modern winemaking expertise, Royal Tokaji is internationally recognised for its complex, elegant and exceptionally age-worthy sweet wines.
Specifications
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Vintage: 2019
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Producer: Royal Tokaji
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Country: Hungary
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Region: Tokaj
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Location: Mád
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Classification: Tokaji Aszú 5 Puttonyos
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Grape Varieties: Furmint, Hárslevelű, Yellow Muscat
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Wine Style: Sweet White / Dessert Wine
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Alcohol: 11.5%
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Residual Sugar: 155.5 g/L
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Total Acidity: 7.24 g/L
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Harvest: Hand Harvested
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Production: Noble Rot / Botrytised Grapes
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Maturation: 24 Months in Used Hungarian Oak
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Bottle Ageing: Approximately 10 Months
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Dietary: Vegan and Vegetarian Suitable
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Allergens: Contains Sulphites
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Drinking Window: 2026–2036 (Decanter)
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Bottle Size: 500ml
