Separating

Grape Collecting

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September 14th 2003
I’ve drunk a lot of wine in my time, but being from a rainy northern European country the opportunity to be involved in the creation of it hasn’t been around. For Hungarians making (and drinking) wine is part of everyday life, nearly everyone has a small vineyard in the family or has a close friend or neighbour who does. My girlfriend’s uncle has a vineyard, just a small one, in Vas co ... read more

Europe » Hungary » Western Transdanubia » Rum

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Hungary was part of the polyglot Austro-Hungarian Empire, which collapsed during World War I. The country fell under Communist rule following World War II. In 1956, a revolt and announced withdrawal from the Warsaw Pact were met with a massive milita... ... read more