Villa Sandahl Pincészet

Badacsonytomaj Badacsony wine district Founded in 2004

Rhine Riesling from the volcanic basalt heights of Badacsony

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About the winery

Villa Sandahl Winery has been producing premium Rhine Riesling wines since 2004 on the highest basalt plateau of Lake Balaton's northern shore. After their first years of experience, the Swedish founders recognized that the volcanic soil, warm southern exposure, and late harvest conditions provide ideal circumstances for Rhine Riesling. Low yield management and gentle winemaking techniques inspired by Alsatian traditions ensure quality excellence.

The winery offers its diverse range in three categories: Solid Ground vineyard blends, Mid Range mature and age-worthy Rieslings, and Rare Peak unique single-vineyard selections. Visitors can immerse themselves not only in the wines' complex flavours but also enjoy spectacular panoramic terraces and Scandinavian-style accommodation overlooking the Badacsony landscape.

Founded: 2004

Grape varieties

Rajnai Rizling

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Current range

Wines

12 wines

White · 2023

Slow Down Rajnai rizling 2023

Rajnai Rizling

Young yet distinctly recognizable Riesling character with fresh citrus, honey, and subtle mineral salinity. Vibrant and well-balanced on the palate with attractive sweetness, ready to enjoy now.

Solid Ground 13,5%

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White · 2022

Out of the Blue Rajnai rizling 2022

Rajnai Rizling

The estate's vintage wine, rich and full-bodied. Made partly from shrivelled grapes, bearing late harvest characteristics. Southern fruits, dried fruit notes, with a long finish.

Solid Ground 14,5%

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White · 2023

Fly Butter Fly Rajnai rizling 2023

Rajnai Rizling

Southern fruits, citrus, floral notes and honey on the nose. The initially reserved aroma opens beautifully in the glass. Full-bodied, rich and round palate with creamy flavours of ripe fruit.

Mid Range 13,5%

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White · 2022

Roses Darling Rajnai rizling 2022

Rajnai Rizling

Blend from multiple vineyards. Pure, elegant, varietal Riesling. Ripe fruit and floral aromas and flavours with Badacsony's characteristic minerality.

Mid Range 14%

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White · 2023

Soft Feathers Rajnai rizling 2023

Rajnai Rizling

Restrained, elegant nose. Varietal citrus and floral aromas in fresh, primary form. Salty-basaltic notes in the background. Rich, pure and finely honed wine with a long finish.

Rare Peak 13%

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White · 2021

Somewhere Eltz Rajnai rizling 2021

Rajnai Rizling

Single-vineyard selection from the upper parcel of Kezdet vineyard. Extremely stony, basaltic terroir, 45-year-old vines. Harvested at full ripeness. Initially restrained bouquet with honey-mineral notes. Exceptionally mature character with dried fruits and honey.

Rare Peak 14,1%

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White · 2022

Evergreen Rajnai rizling 2022

Rajnai Rizling

Single-vineyard selection from the upper parcel of Kezdet vineyard. Stony, basaltic terroir with 45-year-old vines. Characteristic Riesling bouquet with citrus and flowers, along with Badacsony's typical minerality. Full, round yet pure on the palate.

Rare Peak 14,2%

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White · 2022

Golden Moments Rajnai rizling 2022

Rajnai Rizling

Single-vineyard selection from our Püspökudvar vineyard. Classic Riesling style with subtle petrol notes in the bouquet. Citrus flavours on the palate, lively relative to the vintage. Already well-developed but with good ageing potential.

Rare Peak 14%

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White · 2020

Thor's Hammer Rajnai Rizling 2020

Rajnai Rizling

Single-vineyard selection from Kezdet vineyard. Extremely stony, basaltic, sparse soil with 40-year-old vines. Elegantly restrained bouquet with Badacsony minerality and Riesling character. Dense, round and multifaceted, already harmonious but with significant ageing potential.

Rare Peak 14,1%

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White · 2019

Birdie num num Rajnai rizling 2019

Rajnai Rizling

Restrained citrus notes, with hints of peach and wax. Clear basaltic minerality with subtle smoke. Powerfully flavourful yet pure on the palate, with perfect balance and elegance, long mineral finish.

Rare Peak 14,5%

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White · 2019

Brave birds Rajnai rizling 2019

Rajnai Rizling

Typical Sandahl wine. Aromas of southern fruits, mango and grapefruit. Subtly smoky with mineral notes. A fruit bomb on the palate with dense flavours and long finish, showing mature aromas.

Rare Peak 15%

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White · 2017

Ball of fame Rajnai rizling 2017

Rajnai Rizling

Single-vineyard selection from a dry, warm vintage. Beguiling aromas from completely healthy grapes. Ripe citrus and dried fruits alongside honey. Full-bodied, long-lived wine.

Rare Peak 15%

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