in the city

Vingardium

10 OCTOBER 2026 BUDAPEST, BALNA

OCTOBER 10, 2026.
BUDAPEST, WHALE

Vingardium in the City is a unique wine-tasting walking tour in Budapest where you can sample an unlimited selection of wines in a single evening Hungary's diverse wine scene.

Nearly 25 wineries from various wine regions across the country will be in attendance, and with a single admission ticket, you can sample their offerings to your heart’s content.

Hungary’s exciting and acclaimed wineries will be bringing their finest wines: fresh discoveries, unique new releases, and wines with a rich history—so in just one evening, you can explore Hungary’s wine regions, all with a glass in hand, right in the heart of Budapest.

The event will take place at the iconic Bálna, where the tasting is accompanied by one of Budapest’s most beautiful panoramic views of the Danube: as night falls, the lights of Gellért Hill and the Danube provide the backdrop for the wines, the music, and shared experiences.

Vingardium In The City – the most exciting wine-tasting event of the fall.
A relaxed evening of wine and fine dining that shows why Hungarian wines are worth discovering.

~ WINERIES ~

~ Get to know them ~

21 Hordó is a small-batch, „indie” winery with a natural approach, rooted in Albertirsa and Pilis. They work experimentally with hand-selected grapes; their lineup includes, for example, Zenit and its orange wine version, Zenit Érintés. In their own words, they are not seeking a wine that can be perfectly replicated, but rather the unique, unrepeatable character of a given vintage.

The Bajor Wine House showcases the diversity of the Tolna wine region, but its selection also includes wines from Szekszárd. Fresh, reductive white wines—including Olaszrizling, Irsai Olivér, Chardonnay, Cserszegi Fűszeres, Szürkebarát, and Jázmin—as well as rosés and red wines based on Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Kékfrankos. Thanks to their wide selection, they offer a good cross-section of both the lighter and more serious wine styles of the region.

The Büttner Winery is located at the gateway to the Badacsony wine region and the Káli Basin, nestled among volcanic hills. In addition to Kéknyelű, Olaszrizling, Szürkebarát, and Vulcanus—a variety particularly rare in Badacsony—they also produce rosés, red wines (such as Merlot), and sparkling wine. Their winemaking focuses on balancing fruitiness with the character of the basalt-rich terroir, as well as showcasing local and unique grape varieties.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Blue-tongued
  • Vulcan
  • Úrréti

The Csányi Winery is one of the long-established players in the Villány wine region; its history is linked to the Teleki name and the Villány winemaking tradition that began in 1881. In addition to Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Portugieser, Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, and Syrah, they also produce white wines, rosé, and sparkling wine; the Villányi Franc holds a prominent place in their lineup. The winery combines its historical heritage with large-scale, modern winemaking.

Dominium Winery, located in the Mátra wine region, is committed to natural, organic viticulture and minimal intervention in the winemaking process. Their white wines include Sárgamuskotály, Riesling, Zenit, Chardonnay, Furmint, and Pinot Gris, while their red selection features Syrah, Tempranillo, Feketeleányka, Turán, and Merlot, among others. Hand-harvesting, spontaneous fermentation, and traditional barrel aging are integral to the estate’s character.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Aragon 2024 Tempranillo
  • 2023 Organic Merlot

EGO Wine is one of the newer players in the Szekszárd wine region; it was founded in 2025. In addition to the classic Szekszárd Kékfrankos, they also produce more playful, modern wines, such as Kékfrankos rosé pét-nat and Sauvignon Blanc pét-nat. Community and cultural programs are also organized around the winery, so for them, wine is not just a product but also part of a more relaxed, contemporary lifestyle.

The Espák Winery in Hercegkút, located in the Tokaj wine region, produces its wines drawing on several generations of winemaking experience. They produce dry wines from Furmint and Sárgamuskotály, as well as late-harvest wines, Szamorodni, Aszú, and sparkling wine made using traditional methods. Their cellar is located in the Kőporos cellar row, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, so in addition to their Tokaji wines, the location itself is deeply rooted in the traditions of the wine region.

Grape-Vine is located in Kiskunmajsa, in the heart of the Kunság wine region, and has been producing wine since 1996. Their wide selection ranges from light white wines and rosés to red wines; the winery has previously achieved success in wine competitions with varieties such as Riesling, Sauvignon Blanc, Irsai Olivér, and Cabernet Franc, among others. As a larger-scale winery, they combine traditional winemaking with modern technology and significant bottling capacity.

The Harsányi Winery in Sárospatak cultivates vineyards in four distinctive vineyard plots within the Tokaj wine region—Ciróka, Királyhegy, Megyer, and Kútpatka—currently covering approximately 20 hectares. Using Furmint, Hárslevelű, and Sárgamuskotály grapes, they produce a variety of wine styles—from fresh, dry wines and single-vineyard selections to sparkling wines, semi-sparkling wines, Szamorodni, and Aszú. A defining feature of the estate is its organic approach and its commitment to showcasing the distinct character of each vineyard as clearly as possible.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Brut Sparkling Wine 2022
  • Princess 2024
  • Ciróka Furmint 2025
  • Flattering 2025

Hilltop is one of the leading wineries in the Neszmély wine region, operating since 1993 on and around Meleges Hill, which towers over the Danube. In addition to Cserszegi Fűszeres, Irsai Olivér, Olaszrizling, Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc, and Pinot Gris, their selection also includes Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, rosé, and sparkling wine. One of the winery’s distinctive features is that it produces its wines by capitalizing on the unique characteristics of various Neszmély vineyards; its head winemaker is Ákos Kamocsay.

The Kancellár Estate is one of the newer wineries in the Nagy-Somló wine region, currently cultivating approximately 20 hectares across several renowned vineyards in Somló. Juhfark, Furmint, Hárslevelű, Olaszrizling, and Cserszegi Fűszeres make up the bulk of their offerings, though they also work with other varieties. The estate’s philosophy is based on harmonizing Somló tradition, the volcanic terroir, and modern technology.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Szent Ilona Sweet Cuvée 2024
  • Juhfark 2022

We produce our wines in the Neszmély wine region, at the foot of the Gerecse Mountains, just 10 minutes from the shores of Lake Öreg in Tata. Drawing inspiration from the traditions of Baji-Szőlőhegy and the hills of Dunaszentmiklós, we planted our grape varieties in 2019. Our 8-hectare vineyard now features more than 25 grape varieties, and we release nearly 20 different wines each vintage. Our motto is twofold: JOY OF LIFE § LOVE FOR OUR GUESTS—in Bajon, on Szőlőhegy, at the Kisbaka Family Winery!

Items Available for Tasting
  • Blend 2025 (sparkling: Juhfark and Sárgamuskotály)
  • Little Princess 2025
  • Rheinriesling 2025
  • Brass Band 2025
  • Pinot Noir Rosé 2025
  • Kadarka 2024

The Lajvér Winery is located near Szálka, nestled among the hills of the Szekszárd wine region, and operates a modern winery based on gravity-fed technology. Their selection includes Kadarka, Kékfrankos, Merlot, Cabernet Sauvignon, Bikavér, Riesling, rosé, sparkling wine, and champagne made using traditional methods. What makes the estate unique is that it combines its modern winery with gastronomy and hospitality, including tasting menus designed to pair with the wines.

The Matias Winery aims to showcase the diversity of the Pécs wine region through both indigenous and international grape varieties. In addition to Irsai Olivér, Sauvignon Blanc, Chardonnay, Cirfandli, Szürkebarát, and Zöld Veltelini, the lineup also includes Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, Zweigelt, rosé, and sparkling wines. Cirfandli, considered a Pécs specialty, is particularly important to them, while they have also achieved significant professional success with their Syrah.

The Mezei Pince family winery is located in Tibolddaróc, on the southern slopes of the Bükk Mountains, and, according to their own description, is now the largest winery in the Bükk wine region, currently cultivating 85 hectares. They produce reductive wines that faithfully reflect the character of their terroir from Leányka, Olaszrizling, Szürkebarát, Muscat Ottonel, and Chardonnay, as well as Pinot Noir and Cabernet Sauvignon. Since 2013, sparkling wine production has also played a prominent role at the winery: using the tank method, they produce a variety of sparkling wines—ranging from dry brut styles to sweeter versions—as well as semi-sparkling wines.

MONOslow is a winery located in Monoszló, in the Káli Basin, near Hegyestű. Among their own wines from Lake Balaton, you’ll find Irsai Olivér, Olaszrizling, and Kékfrankos rosé. For them, wine is part of a broader way of life: the estate combines its own wines with French-Hungarian cuisine, lodging, and the „slow” philosophy.

N3 Borműhely began as a joint project by three friends, as their name suggests: three friends from Neszmély. They produce small batches of Chardonnay, Cserszegi Fűszeres, Sauvignon Blanc, and Tramini wines, as well as rosé. Their goal is to create wines that directly and unpretentiously showcase the characteristics of the Neszmély wine region.

Négy80 is a family-run micro-winery in Badacsony that launched its own brand in 2017, though the family’s winemaking traditions date back several generations. They produce wines from Kéknyelű, Riesling, Rózsakő, Sárgamuskotály, Szürkebarát, and other white grape varieties; their lineup also includes rosé and late-harvest wines. The name refers to the unique 4.8-meter row spacing of one of the estate’s old experimental vineyards, and their wines are made using spontaneous fermentation.

Pálinkás Pince is a family-run winery in the Szekszárd wine region, where they have been selling their own wines since 1986. Their flagship wine is Kadarka, but Kékfrankos, Bikavér, rosé, and Olaszrizling are also important parts of their lineup. They adhere to traditional winemaking methods: some batches are fermented in wooden vats, and in good vintages, they also use spontaneous fermentation for their red wines.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Cabernet Franc Premium 2022
  • Kadarka 2025

Sanzon Tokaj, led by Erika Rácz, is a small winery in Erdőbénye that primarily works with Furmint and Hárslevelű. Their wines are produced in small batches with an ecological approach and minimal winemaking intervention, using barrels sparingly. Their style is characterized by crispness, elegance, and a subtle expression of the terroir—it is this depth hidden within lightness that inspired the name „Sanzon.”.

The Sárosdi family has been farming in the Szekszárd wine region since 1990 and currently cultivates approximately 20 hectares of vineyards. In addition to Chardonnay and Rizling Szilváni, they also grow Kékfrankos, Pinot Noir, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon; they produce their white and rosé wines using a reductive style, while their full-bodied reds undergo extended aging in oak barrels. Their portfolio covers the full spectrum of the wine region, ranging from lighter wines to classic Szekszárd reds.

The Schieber Winery owns significant vineyards in the Szekszárd wine region, particularly in the Baranya Valley. They grow Kékfrankos, Kadarka, Cabernet Sauvignon, Cabernet Franc, Merlot, and Syrah, with Kadarka and Kékfrankos forming the foundation of their Szekszárd Bikavér. The winery combines the region’s traditions with modern technology; some of their vineyards have even been converted to organic farming.

The Thummerer family has been involved in viticulture and winemaking in the Eger wine region since 1984; today, they produce their wines and sparkling wines from approximately 100 hectares of vineyards they planted themselves. Their lineup includes Egri Csillag, Chardonnay, Királyleányka, Kékfrankos, Kadarka, Syrah, Merlot, Cabernet Franc, and Cabernet Sauvignon, as well as several varieties of Egri Bikavér, including single-vineyard Grand Superior wines. The winery works with several outstanding vineyards in Eger, so in addition to the wine region’s classic blends, it also produces serious single-vineyard wines.

The Villa Völgy Winery and Vineyard is located in Eger and combines the traditions of the wine region with modern winemaking techniques. Its unique feature is its cellar system, built from approximately 300,000 broken, pre-war bricks, featuring Roman domes and arches. The backbone of their selection consists of Eger red wines, including Cabernet Franc, Merlot, Bikavér, and Syrah from Mész Hill, though they also produce white wines; the reds are aged in barrique barrels. The winery is affiliated with Hotel Villa Völgy, located in Szépasszonyvölgy, so for them, wine is closely linked to relaxation and hospitality.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Egri Mész-hegy Syrah Grand Superior 2021
  • Egri Mész-hegy Cabernet Franc Grand Superior 2021
  • Eger Merlot Superior 2021
  • Egri Bikavér Superior 2021
  • Egri Csillag 2025
  • Sweet Hárslevelű 2025

VINATUS is a family-owned winery in the Villány wine region that offers a wide range of wines, from lighter white, rosé, and siller wines to more full-bodied reds. In addition to Sauvignon Blanc, Hárslevelű, Syrah rosé, and Siller, they also offer Cabernet Franc, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, Syrah, and several red blends; the Villányi Franc is a particularly important wine in their lineup. The winery also consciously experiments with barrel use to find the aging method that best suits each red wine.

Items Available for Tasting
  • Syrah 2023
  • Franc Villányi 2019

~ GASTRONOMY ~

Next to wine, there will be no shortage of delicious bites! Between two tastings, it's worth stopping by our gastro courtyard as well, where we bring back summer for an evening with no hidden intention. Garden party atmosphere, grill & more, flavor extravaganza, chill vibes, bean bags await guests to take a rest after tasting, gather strength with a wonderful Danube panorama.

This year, the snacks will be provided by the Dűlő Bistro They've got you covered: a tapas platter, a cheese selection, and the good old cheese scone are waiting to be enjoyed with a glass of wine.   

~ People You Might Still Meet ~

Gastronomy Báder Almond Premium Hungarian almonds, available in plain and toasted varieties.
Spirits & Cocktails VYBE Vodka Hungarian vodka made from barley, including flavored varieties.
Non-alcoholic Camellia Garden Premium loose-leaf teas, matcha, and sparkling tea.
Lifestyle Sixtie's Watch Handcrafted, one-of-a-kind watches made from vintage mechanisms.

~ Programmes ~

What can you expect during the evening?

5:00 p.m. – The wine and exhibitor booths open
From this point on until the end of the evening, the focus is on tasting: stroll through the wineries and other exhibitors, discover new favorites, chat with the winemakers, and enjoy the evening at your own pace!

6:00 p.m. – The live music begins
The Open Mic performers make the evening even more enjoyable with their lively live music

Around 9:00 p.m. – The evening really gets going
The DJ takes over, the volume goes up, and if the mood strikes, it's time to dance.

12:00 a.m. – Closing Time
That’s it for Vingardium in the City—hopefully, you’ve come away with a few new favorite wines and a memorable evening.

live music

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~ tickects ~

What does the ticket include?
Your ticket grants you unlimited wine tastings throughout the entire evening, featuring selections from the participating wineries.

How do you taste it?
You can taste the wine from the glass provided on site, and there are two ways to get one.

  • If you’d like to take home a memento of the evening, choose the “Vingardium in the City” commemorative glass marked with the year 2026. You’ll be sipping from it all evening, and you can take it home at the end.
  • If you don't want a commemorative glass with the year on it, then for the tasting We lend out glasses for a deposit of 2,000 Ft. You will receive your full deposit back when you return the glass.

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ticket

from February 16

14.990 Ft

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commemorative glass

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3.000 Ft

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