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 BOCK WINERY
The Bock family has a long history of making wine, arriving in the
Villány area in the late 1800s. World War II, and the ensuing
Communist-led governing structure interrupted their traditions. Since
the late 1980s, Jozsef Bock has been integrating himself and his family
into winemaking. Joszef, who was named Hungary’s Winemaker of the Year
in 1997, bottles single varietals in different styles, as well as a
variety of blends.
Bock’s wines are characterized by huge
structure, textures, refined taste, and ageability among the premier
selections. The winery owns 50 hectares (124 acres), of which 36
hectares (89 acres) are currently producing Cabernet Sauvignon,
Cabernet Franc, Portugieser, Merlot, Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, and Syrah.
White grapes include Olaszrizling, Chardonnay, and Hárslevelu.
The
Bock winery also caters to wine tourists by providing a warm and
hospitable atmosphere at its modern Pension. Guest services include
daily breakfast, sauna, solarium, jacuzzi, wellness activities, and
wine cellar tours and tastings. Each room has private bath, air
conditioning, satellite TV, and a direct dial phone.
BOCK WINES:
Capella Cuvee.
A blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Cabernet Franc, mellowed for 24
months in new Hungarian barrique barrels. This wine is made only in
exceptional years with fruit from the finest vineyard lots. Full of chewy tannins, this wine is silky chocolate, full of structure, round and long lasting. 450 cases.
Bock Cuvee Barrique.
The winery’s flagship wine is a classic, Bordeaux-style blend of
Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, and Merlot, mellowed 18 months in
barrique barrels. A heady flavor of chocolate and vanilla, along with
pleasant aromas of tobacco, leather and hints of wood characterize this
wine. This is wine that can be cellared for years. 2,500 cases made
annually in excellent to exceptional vintages.
Royal Cuvee.
A unique blend of Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Pinot
Noir, it is a classy, interesting and fashionable wine in which the
robust austerity of the cabernet is balanced by the playful acids and
easy touch of the pinot. This wine is aged 18 months in new oak
barrels. About 2,500 cases are made in any given year.
Ermitage Cuvee.
A truly unique blend of Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot,
Kékfrankos, and Kékoportó, which is mellowed 14 months in large and
barrique oak barrels. 5,800 cases.
Kékfrankos. ( Pron: cack-fron-koash). Also known as
blaufrankisch or lemberger, this grape's spiritual home is
Hungary, and it is the country most widely planted with the varietal. Characteristic of the varietal, this is a full-bodied wine
with bright acids and classic spiciness. 3,400 cases made.
Hárslevelu. ( Pron: Harsh-level-oo). A true Hungarian varietal, the name means "linden leaf." This is a light bodied, fruity, delicious white wine. 3,500 cases made.
Rosé Cuvée. A rich blend of the Kékfrankos, Portugieser, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Cabernet Franc varietals. This fun and fruity wine has bright acidity, and is crafted in the style of a traditional rosé. 8,400 cases made.
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