At a glance

Producer

Quiet Ridge

Region

Hungary

Grape variety

Furmint

Wine type

White

Body

Medium-bodied and Earthy

Sweetness

Dry

Typical price

$25-$35

Tasting profile

Crisp green apple and citrus zest with stony minerality

Evolution: Will develop honeyed, nutty and slight smoky notes over next 5 years

At peak: Complex layers of fruit, mineral and subtle oak integration with vibrant freshness

Structure

Acidity

High acidity, typical for Furmint

Tannins

None (white wine)

Alcohol

13.0-13.5%

Aging potential

10+ years expected due to acidity and quality of producer

Drinking window

Peak drinking

2020 to 2026

Optimal window

2018 to 2028

Current status

Approaching optimal drinking window

Current condition

Balanced acidity and flavor development with some secondary notes emerging

Furmint's natural acidity combined with vintage 2016's favorable weather allows extended aging. Wines develop more tertiary complexity after 4-6 years but retain tension and freshness through the second decade.

Food pairing

Excellent with shellfish, white fish, poultry with herbs, creamy cheeses, and dishes with slight acid or spice.

Serving

Serving temperature

10-12°C / 50-54°F

Decant

Not required

Sustainability

Sustainability score: 7/10

Focus on energy-efficient winery operations, water conservation, minimal intervention winemaking, use of recyclable packaging

Quiet Ridge employs sustainable viticulture with minimal chemical inputs, energy-saving methods in production, and environmentally conscious packaging. The carbon footprint is influenced by export transport from Hungary but is mitigated by winery efforts. Overall sustainability is above average within its price tier and region.