PAP Wines

Natural Wines from Mount Saint George, Hungary

PAP Wines is a biodynamic, low-intervention winery founded by winemakers Aron Molnár and Karina Vissonova. Established in 2013, the estate spans 4.8 hectares on the volcanic slopes of Mount Saint George (Szent György-hegy) in western Hungary, near Lake Balaton. The region's rich basalt soils and favorable microclimate provide an ideal terroir for viticulture. The name "PAP" reflects their commitment to authenticity and simplicity in winemaking.

🌿 Philosophy & Practices

PAP Wines adheres to organic and biodynamic farming methods, certified by BioControl since 2023. The vineyards are cultivated with cover crops and herbal teas to promote biodiversity and soil health. Grapes are hand-harvested, and wines are fermented with indigenous yeasts. They are aged on lees in barrique barrels, unfined and unfiltered, with minimal to no added sulfur dioxide. The winery produces approximately 8,000 bottles annually, focusing on quality and expression of the land.

🍷 Notable Wines

• Don’t Tell Mama: A skin-contact white wine made from a blend of Olaszrizling and Kéknyelü, macerated for 10 days and aged in barrique barrels.

• Rozsda: A Pinot Gris (Szürkebarát) wine, macerated for 21 days and aged in barrique barrels. The 2023 vintage underwent 8 months of maceration in qvevri and resting in barrels.

• Tuff: A white wine made from Pinot Gris, directly pressed and aged in amphora.

• Or(E): A white wine made from Olaszrizling, showcasing the varietal's character.

• Bazanite: A white wine blend of Welschriesling and Pinot Gris, reflecting the unique terroir.

• Pinot Noir: A red wine crafted from Pinot Noir grapes, expressing the varietal's elegance.

• Bazalt: A red wine blend of Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Zweigelt, named after the volcanic soil of the region.

• Rabbits Foot: A red wine showcasing the character of the grapes and terroir.