Welcome to BoReTT

The project

BoReTT’s mission is to put Hungary back on the global wine map. This small country in Central Europe has a long history of winemaking — going back to the Romans — and several truly unique wine regions. 

From minerally whites made on volcanic hills to delicate reds originating in softly rolling southern valleys, every sip of Hungarian wine is a true expression of its surrounding.

At BoReTT, we represent small, boutique wineries across Hungary that are led by young and enthusiastic winemakers. Please, scroll down to see the wineries we represent.

Wineries

The kings of Riesling in the region of Badacsony. Villa Sandahl is founded by the Swedish Sandahl family, who have fallen in love with Badacsony and the power of Balaton. They make Rieslings in an Alsace style, full and complex adding the amazing terroir of the volcanic soil (basalt and limestone) that is found in the region. Precise and controlled winemaking with a low temperature fermentation results in fruity, rich, straight acid wines that are a real jolly joker in gastronomy!

Grape variety: Riesling
Territory: 10 ha
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Susann and Ralf, the winemakers and owners of the Wassmann Winery, make wonderful wines 100% biodynamically and organically, enhancing the special features of the grape varieties and the local geology and climate that is found in Villány. Fruity, full bodied, yet elegant and delicate reds, along with amazing traditional method sparkling wines all represent the passion towards nature and winemaking of the couple!

Grape varieties: Welsch Riesling, Blaufrankish, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon
Territory: 1.5 ha
See more information:Wassmann Organic and Biodynamic Winery
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2Ha winery is a small 2x2 ha winery, who represent a little piece of Italy in the region of Badacsony. Török Csabi masters some of south facing slopes of this old volcano focusing on red wines. All of his wines go through barrel ageing, giving body and roundness to his wines. Nevertheless minerality and the great acidity thanks to the terroir make his wines vivid and elegant. He also produces wines from sangiovese, that are approved even by well-known Italian sommeliers.

Grape varieties: Olaszriesling, Pinot Gris, Shiraz, Cabernet Franc, Sangiovese, Merlot
Territory: 2x2 ha
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Somlói Vándor Winery is located on the beautiful hills of an old volcano in Somló. Kiss Tamás, the winemakers, captures the vivid minerality and acidity in his wines, showing the stunning terroir of this region. His wines are complex and elegant, featuring Hungarian grape varieties. Perfection, when terroir and complexity of fruit flavors meet!

Grape varieties: Hárslevelű, Juhfark, Olaszriesling, Kabar
Territory: 4 ha
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The stunning view from the Bussay Winery tells us a lot why this winery is so special. It is located in a valley near the Mura river. The sediment of Mura (resulting in a mix of gravel, clay, limestone and calcareous soil) and the special, nearly semi-Mediterranean microclimate gives a distinctive power for the plantations, giving them the opportunity to produce unique wines. From age worthy Rieslings to fine, elegant Pinot Noirs represent the refinement and feminity of Dóri Bussay, the wine-maker.

Grape varieties: Olaszriesling, Riesling, Muscat de petits grains, Pinot Gris, Pinot Noir, Cabernet Franc, Csókaszőlő and Merlot
Territory: 5 ha
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Majoros Winery is located in Tarcal in the Tokaj wine-region. This village has amazing stoney and clay dominated soils. László is a fanatic of Furmint, even his nickname is Furminator. He focuses on showing the amazingly diverse terroir of the Tokaj wine-region in a very elegant and enjoyable way. He believes time is the key for his wines, he never releases a vintages to early. Both his dry and sweet wines have vivid acids with the combination of fruit and mineral notes. Amazing wines to have dinner with!

Grape varieties: Furmint, Hárslevelű, Kabar, Kövérszőlő, Sárgamuskotály
Territory: 4 ha
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Márkvárt Jani has lived all his life in Szekszárd. He has started winemaking with his grandfather on old, head-trained Kadarka vines. Nowadays he still cultivates these vines, that he also represents on his labels. His wines show fruitiness and freshness, with no or just a slight barrel use. He believes the best way to show Szekszárd wine-region is through local varieties or local blends.

Varieties: Kadarka, Kékfrankos, Zweigelt, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon
Territory: 4.5 ha
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A small organic winery in Erdőbénye led by Erika Rácz. She has vineyards in the beautiful valleys of the region, and focuses on the typical Tokaj varieties. Her target is to make wines that reflects on the special volcanic terroir in a really lovable way! Her wines are mineral backed juicy stone fruits and a vivid acidity. A winemaker who never stops experimenting to achieve development. For example: Near barrel ageing she also uses ceramic pots to age her wine.

Varieties: Hárslevelű, Furmint, Sárgamuskotály
Territory: 4 ha
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A young and passionate winemaker who works on the St. George Mountain. She cultivates 0.6 ha with 2 varieties Olaszrizling and Pinot Gris. She masters mineral notes in her wines, absolut obligation to taste them if you are a volcanic wine lover! Her family has been cultivating on these vines since 1850. Vivien’s wines are complex and elegant, that come from 65 + years old vines. As she would say: „My goal is to put the basalt in a bottle” 😊

Grape varieties: Olaszrizling, Pinot Gris
Territory: 0.6 ha
See more information:Ujvari Vivien
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About me

My name is Maria Antoanett Crab, founder of BoReTT.

Before launching this venture, I have worked as a sommelier in Michelin-starred restaurants, both in Hungary and abroad. I’m deeply passionate about Hungarian wines and look forward to sharing with you my favorite selections.

I would be happy to show you my assortment. Please, feel free to contact me for joining the Hungarian Wine Journey.

News

Meet the winemaker – Episode 3

Biodynamic grape growing and natural winemaking is getting more and more attention across the world. Susann and Ralf, the winemakers and owners of the Wassmann Winery, make wonderful wines 100% organically, enhancing the special features of the grape varieties and the local geology and climate that is found in Villány.

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2020. 10. 19.

Meet the winemaker – Episode 2

The stunning view from the Bussay Winery tells us a lot why this winery is so special. It is located in a valley near the Mura river. The sediment of Mura (resulting in a mix of gravel, clay, limestone and calcareous soil ) and the special, nearly semi-Mediterranean microclimate gives

Read More »
2020. 10. 10.

Meet the winemaker – Episode 1

Somlói Vándor Winery is located on the beautiful hills of an old volcano in Somló. Kiss Tamás, the winemakers, captures the vivid minerality and acidity in his wines, showing the stunning terroir of this region. His wines are complex and elegant, featuring Hungarian grape varieties, such as Hárslevelű, Juhfark and

Read More »
2020. 10. 10.
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