Szekszárd Szekszárd wine district Founded in 2006
Elegant organic wines inspired by tradition and love
About the winery
Illyés Kúria is located in the heart of the Szekszárd wine region, in the Porkoláb Valley, where handcrafted organic wines are produced from a harmony of seven Kadarka clones and other noble varieties. Founded in 2006 by Dr. Miklós Illyés, the winery was built on a commitment to ecological viticulture, minimal intervention, traditional methods, and wines bottled unfiltered and unclarified. His sons, Miklós and Bálint Illyés, took over the winery in 2022 and continue their father's legacy with dedication.
In the extraordinary terroir of Szekszárd's Porkoláb Valley, sun-drenched slopes, loess soil, and a mild microclimate create depth and harmony in the wines. Viticulture and winemaking are done in partnership with nature: hand-harvested grapes are kept on the skins for weeks according to ancient methods, covered to extract valuable compounds. After fermentation, wines age in Mecseknádasd oak barrels for 6–12 months, then are bottled unfiltered and unclarified.
Grape varieties
Current range
Kadarka
The iconic wine of Illyés Kúria, born from the harmony of seven different Kadarka clones. Late harvest and extended aging give it a deep, clear character. Wild flowers, medicinal herbs and berries emerge in the aroma, while ripe fruitiness and rosehip dominate on the palate, complemented by subtle spice.
Kékfrankos
A full-bodied yet pleasant and soft Kékfrankos that ranks among the great wines of this variety. Complex aromas combine fruity and spicy notes with herbal and mineral undertones. The palate displays ripe morello, blackberry and black currant, with silky texture from dark chocolate and subtle vanilla oak influences.
Cabernet Franc
The final vintage prepared by founder Dr. Miklós Illyés, embodying tradition, faith, and professional dedication. Extended skin contact and aging have given it deep, almost inky color and rich, full-flavored character. Blackberry and raspberry meld with cocoa, vanilla, and gentle pepper spice.
Cabernet Sauvignon
This noble wine was also prepared by founder Dr. Miklós Illyés, imbued with devotion to craft and love. Extended skin contact and aging have yielded deep color and silky, rich flavor. Red berries, fresh paprika, and fine spices meld with hints of mint and elegant coconut notes.
Pinot Noir
Love at first sip. This Pinot Noir is decidedly different from conventional expressions of the variety—full-bodied and powerful with good alcohol content. Deep ruby color, dense, almost concentrated in essence. Tobacco, cardamom, and bergamot notes appear in the aroma, reminiscent of Cabernet. On the palate, ripe red and black berries clearly dominate.
Kékfrankos
This Kékfrankos reveals a surprisingly fresh face of the variety. Full-bodied yet pleasant and soft, it ranks among the great Kékfrankos wines. Complex bouquet with fruity and spicy notes beautifully complemented by herbal and mineral characteristics. On the palate, ripe morello cherry, blackberry, and black currant are prominent, with silky texture from dark chocolate and subtle vanilla oak.
Cabernet Franc
The winery's flagship wine, concentrating the power and depth of Szekszárd's vineyard sites. Characterful yet approachable, radiating both structure and friendliness. Full-bodied, silky, with a long finish—a wine that confidently commands the glass. Black fruit, raspberry, and herbal notes add complexity, while the palate is concentrated yet round and harmonious.
Cabernet Sauvignon
This wine combines the classical elegance of the variety with the purity that comes from organic viticulture. Blackcurrant, blackberry, and plum unfold in the aroma, while fruitiness dominates on the palate. Subtle spice notes, including paprika, complement the fruit. Alcohol around 14% sits harmoniously in the structure. The palate is fresh and lively, yet silky.
Wine photos are taken from the winery’s website (illyeskuria.hu) and are removed on request.
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