BOTT FRIGYES
SLOVAKIA | GARAM VALLEY
Bott Frigyes cultivates 10 hectares next to the River Garam, at a height of 250 metres above sea level.
The vineyards are located on the southern slopes of the Muzsla Hills, in the heart of the historic wine region in the geographical triangle defined by the River Garam and the Danube. The soil is made up of a clay layer on top of a volcanic bedrock, rich in limestone and minerals. Bott Frigyes believes in the outstanding qualities and uniqueness of the region that lies next to the Garam.
He trains the vines on a low cordon system in order to enhance the microflora on the grapes. For fermentation and ageing he prefers to use various sizes of old Hungarian oak. The aim is to make exciting and elegant wines, which express the terroir to the fullest.
Frigyes favours the traditional varieties bestowed by the wine region: Furmint, Hárslevelu, Juhfark, Kékfrankos and Kadarka.
Aromatic pronounced nose of ripe peach, pineapple and mango chutney. Vibrant complex mouthfeel, with smooth tannins and creamy round finish. A charming orange wine, that will please everyone.
Winemaker | Frigyes Bott
Region | Garam Valley, Slovakia
Variety | Traminer
Viticulture | Organic with biodynamic practices
Soil | Volcanic Andesite with a mix of chalk and clay
Altitude | 250 m
Age of the vines | 10 years
Bottles made | 3000 bottles
Vinification
Whole bunches, mixed with de-stemmed grapes are fermented in an open vat for 14 days, after which they are gently pressed and aged in used oak barrels on fine lees for 8 months. Bottled unfined, unfiltered with minimum amount of sulphur before bottling.
This Furmint is beautifully fresh, with zesty citrus notes that are perfectly complemented by a flinty minerality. A delicate hint of white floral scent adds elegance and nuance, while the crisp acidity gives the wine a lively, refreshing finish. Its balance of freshness and complexity makes it a refined, well-structured expression that’s both elegant and invigorating.
Winemaker | Frigyes Bott
Region | Garam Valley, Slovakia
Variety | Furmint
Viticulture | Organic with biodynamic practices
Soil | Volcanic Andesite with a mix of chalk and clay
Altitude | 250 m
Age of the vines | 10 years
Bottles made | 1500 bottles
Vinification
After hand harvest the bunches are pressed as whole in a vertical basket press. Then, the juice is transferred by gravity to various sizes (225l, 300l and 400l) of Zemplén oak barrels. This is where it ferments spontaneously and ages on the lees for 8 months.
2022 was a warm year with sufficient amount of rain. It brought out really healthy crop, which resulted in wines with great concentration and elegance. One of the best vintages of the last decade for the Bott family.
Generous stone fruit paired with elegant floral notes backed with flinty minerality. Serious depth, charming elegance and nuanced finish all in one bottle.
Winemaker | Frigyes Bott
Region | Garam Valley, Slovakia
Variety | Furmint - Faricka vineyard
Viticulture | Organic with biodynamic practices
Soil | Volcanic Andesite with a mix of chalk and clay
Altitude | 250 m
Age of the vines | 10 years
Bottles made | 600 bottles
Vinification
After hand harvest the bunches are pressed as whole in a vertical basket press. Then, the juice is transferred by gravity to various sizes (225l, 300l and 400l) of Zemplén oak barrels. This is where it ferments spontaneously and ages on the lees for 8 months.
2020 was a warm year with sufficient amount of rain. It brought out really healthy crop, which resulted in wines with great concentration and elegance. One of the best vintages of the last decade for the Bott family.
This is Pinot Noir as we like it—fruit-forward and approachable, with vibrant red berry flavours that shine through, complemented by a touch of forest floor and light, savoury spice. Its smooth, soothing texture makes it incredibly easy to drink, offering warmth and depth without overwhelming the palate. A perfect companion for the entire evening, this wine is effortlessly elegant and wonderfully versatile.
Winemaker | Frigyes Bott
Region | Garam Valley, Slovakia
Variety | Pinot Noir
Viticulture | Organic with biodynamic practices
Soil | Volcanic Andesite with a mix of chalk and clay
Altitude | 250 m
Age of the vines | 10 years
Bottles made | 3000 bottles
Vinification
The juice, which contains 40% of whole bunches ferments in open fermenters and importantly using very gentle extraction. The fermented wine then ages in 500l used Zempleni oak barrels for 6 months.
This Blaufränkisch is reminiscent of a winter walk in the forest, with an inviting nose of fresh blackberries, warming wood spice, and a hint of pine needles. On the palate, it offers round, soft tannins balanced by fantastic acidity, creating a vibrant yet smooth mouthfeel. The combination of fruit, spice, and freshness evokes the crisp, invigorating air of a forest stroll, making it both captivating and thoroughly satisfying.
Winemaker | Frigyes Bott
Region | Garam Valley, Slovakia
Variety | Kékfrankos - Blaufrankisch
Viticulture | Organic with biodynamic practices
Soil | Volcanic Andesite with a mix of chalk and clay
Altitude | 250 m
Age of the vines | 10 years
Bottles made | 3300 bottles
Vinification
At harvest the bunches are hand picked and sorted, half of them are gently de-stemmed. These whole berries going to fill the bottom and the top of the fermentation vessel. In the middle Frigyes puts some whole bunches just like a “Hamburger”. With this “semi-carbonic” method he is able to extract the delicacy of the fruit and soften the sometimes firm tannins of Blaufrankisch. After about 2 weeks of fermentation, it is pressed in a basket press and the juice is transferred to 500l Zemplén oak barrels. This is where it ages on the lees for 8 - 10 months. Bottled unfiend, unfiltered with a pinch of So2 before bottling.