Czimondor Winery
In Rieslingland, you can visit welcoming cellars, learn about the traditions of viticulture, enjoy excellent wines on the terraces of small wine cellars, and have meaningful conversations with the winemakers. Expect an unforgettable journey!
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Rezi Vineyard, located just ten minutes from Keszthely, is not just a hillside on the border of the Balaton Uplands and Zala County but a unique little world that locals affectionately call 'Rieslingland'. And the name is no coincidence. For decades, olaszrizling has been a defining grape variety in the area, yet it takes on a distinctive character compared to other wine regions in Hungary. The region boasts an exceptional microclimate: the south-facing slopes are ideal for viticulture, and the proximity to the Alps results in higher-than-average rainfall. The nearby Lake Balaton and the Zala Hills contribute to balanced humidity, cooler nights, and a longer ripening period – all of which enhance the wines’ refined acidity and aromatic richness. What makes Rezi Vineyard truly special is that it is home to small-scale, artisanal wineries rather than industrial-scale production. Winemakers personally tend to the vines, taste, ferment, and bottle their wines, each employing their own unique viticulture and winemaking techniques. Alongside classic varieties like olaszrizling, pinot gris, and kékfrankos, more and more winemakers are planting rare or traditional Hungarian varieties such as nektár, zengő, and rozália.
Czimondor Winery – Viticulture in Harmony with Nature
István Czimondor grew into the craft of winemaking, as his ancestors had already been cultivating vines here on Rezi Vineyard. He inherited not only the current vineyards but also a love of nature, the traditions of viticulture, and the fundamentals of winemaking from his family.
The cellar’s offerings include the essential olaszrizling, as well as muscat, pinot gris, rozália, and kékfrankos, enriching the selection.
Some of the wines are aged in tanks, while others are barrel-aged. István produces only as much of each variety as he can carefully manage – ensuring that the wines are always from fresh vintages, made in small batches, and easy to drink. The selection may vary by vintage, but the core varieties are regularly available.
Czimondor Winery’s wines embody the very essence of Rezi – and you’ll taste it when you try them.
