HOOP WINES Violet 2018

100% Kékfrankos (Blaufrankisch). A severe hailstorm hit the vineyard in May, resulting in tiny crop but concentrated flavors. Made in an open fermenter with hand plunging, matured in a new French oak for 8 months. Only one barrel made.

Dark colour, rather spicey on the nose, with some red berries. The palate shows layered, almost thick with matured acids – an absolutely convincing performance from this brand-new winery.