Pajzos Tokaj

Tokaj Wine Region The grapes and vineyards in Tokaj have a long and illustrious past. The first written reference dates from 13th century, but historians believe that the slopes in the area were planted with vines as early as the Hungarian Conquest of the Carpathian Basin (end of the 9th century). Nothing better proves the excellence of Tokaji vines and grapes than the fact that the Tokaj Wine Region was declared a delimited wine region, the first in the world, in 1737. The renown of Tokaj is founded on its wine specialities (Aszú and Szamorodni), both wines made exclusively here in this wine region. The first Aszú was made in 1571 but this incredible naturally sweet wine attained its real glory only in the 17th century when, thanks to ruling prince Ferenc II Rákóczi, the noble nectar reached almost all the monarchs of Europe. Louis XIV proclaimed the now well-known phrase: “Tokaji, the king of wines and the wine of kings”. About us Pajzos Tokaj has been preparing iconic wines in Tokaj since 1992. Pajzos wines representing premium Tokaj quality and have found their place in prestigious restaurants, at exclusive gala dinners and at dinner tables in numerous countries, thus building the fame of Tokaj. What is behind the success? Passion for grape and wine production, keeping traditions, market orientation and the maximum satisfaction of consumer needs in a conscious and professional way. The goal of the winery is to increase the recognition and popularity of Hungarian and Tokaji wines both in the domestic and international markets. Pajzos Vineyard Pajzos Vineyard is a south-, southwest-facing land with excellent attributes. Brown earth with clay strips mixes with andesite tuff, and this ground has excellent heat-retaining properties so grapes ripen beautifully and become supreme aszú berries. This last feature is thanks to the microclimate and Zsadány stream bordering the south of the area which provides the humidity necessary for the development of the Botrytis.