Heumann Lagona 2015, Hungary

Silky smooth red wine full of warm cocoa, red plum and vanilla spice.

Heumann Lagona is a full bodied red wine from Villany, Hungary. It's a blend of Merlot, Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon and Kekfrankos with 14.0% abv. Suitable for Vegetarians.

Here's a great value, quality red from German-Swiss winemakers Evelyne and Erhard Heumann, made in the warmth of the Villany region in Hungary. Lagona is a soft red wine leads with aromas of red berries and vanilla. On the palate are red plums, meaty leather, raspberries and cocoa along a velvet-smooth tannin. The 15 year old vines lend concentration to the fruit, while 22 months' maturation in Hungarian barriques gives the wine an elegant structure and a long finish. Drink now or mature for up to another six years.

Pairs beautifully with: Sirloin steak, beef straganoff, a posh cheeseburger with blue cheese and steak chunk, roast duck or grilled mushrooms and garlic.

Cheese pairing: Cheshire, Red Leicester (especially Red Storm wax hard cheese), mature Cheddar or Parmesan.

About Heumann | Grapes Dictionary

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