Csite Family Estate

Tokaj-Hegyalja: A Commitment to Natural Winemaking

Located in the picturesque Tokaj-Hegyalja region of northeastern Hungary, Csite Family Estate is dedicated to producing all-natural wines. The winery's philosophy centers on using only the purest components from grapes, avoiding artificial additives throughout the winemaking process.

Their primary aim is to create wines that reflect the essence of the vineyard with minimal intervention, ensuring quality and authenticity for years to come.

The Story Behind Csite Family Estate

The Csite family began their winemaking adventure in 2008 with the purchase of their first vineyard, Toplec, in the historic Tokaj-Hegyalja region. By 2009, they established their winery in Erdőbénye. After overcoming initial challenges, they successfully completed their plans by 2012. The winery emphasizes traditional methods, with most tasks, including pruning and shoot selection, performed by hand. They prioritize natural plant protection, using a blend of sulfur, herbal infusions like chamomile and nettle, and limit copper usage. Synthetic herbicides and absorbents are avoided, and grapes are harvested by hand, placed directly into boxes for quality preservation.

Wine Varieties and Labels

Csite Family Estate cultivates two primary grape varieties: Furmint and Hárslevelű. The wines produced are categorized under various labels, including Erdőbénye, Lepény, Olaszliszka, and Toplec, Rány. Their offerings include both white and dessert wines, each bottled with care for distribution.