Zsolt Takács Winery

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 the Land of Riesling. The name is no coincidence. Italian Riesling has been a defining grape variety in the area for decades, yet it takes on a unique character compared to other wine regions in the country.
The region boasts an exceptional microclimate: the south-facing slopes are ideal for viticulture, and the proximity to the Alps makes the area wetter than average. The influence of nearby Lake Balaton and the Zala Hills ensures balanced humidity, cooler nights, and a longer ripening period – all of which contribute to the wines' refined acidity and rich aromas.
What makes Rezi vineyard 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 the wines, each with their own unique viticulture and winemaking techniques. Alongside classic varieties like Italian Riesling, Pinot Gris, and Blaufränkisch, more and more winemakers are planting rare or traditional Hungarian varieties such as Nektár, Zengő, and Rozália.

Zsolt Takács Winery, located on land cultivated by his ancestors, was once visited by the Festetics family. The ancestors were already making wine on the Rezi vineyard in the 18th century. This knowledge has been passed down from father to son, and today Zsolt, the eighth generation, continues the tradition, striving not only to preserve the family heritage but also to elevate it to new heights. 
The one-hectare estate operates with manual labour and the support of friends and family, while Zsolt serves not only as a winemaker but also as an enthusiastic storyteller of the Rezi vineyard.
The flagship wine of the winery is Nektár, a unique variety with Hungarikum status, available in both dry and semi-sweet versions. The winery's other offerings are equally intriguing: Zengő, Tramini, Chardonnay, and Blaufränkisch are all waiting to be discovered. The wines are crafted using modern tools but traditional, natural methods, reflecting the soil characteristics and microclimate unique to the Rezi vineyard.