What kind of grape is Kövidinka?

Its first known trace dates from the middle of the last century, from the area of Vršac (Versec), then part of Hungary – so it counts as a truly Hungarian grape variety.

It is grown mostly in the vineyards of the Great Plain – Kunság and Csongrád – because it tolerates even sandy soil, and is an extremely hardy, resistant variety with a high yield. It ripens late, and is usually harvested from the middle of October. It has low acidity, and the berries have a reddish tint. In flavour it usually shows a green-herb character with a touch of honey on the finish.

At our Beavató tasting we try a wine from the Lantos winery in Soltvadkert: its aroma holds autumn fruits – quince and pear – as well as white flowers.