Balla Géza, Királyleányka, 2025, Miniș (DOC)

'One-Liner'
A bright, characterful Romanian white with orchard fruit, citrus and a gentle creamy edge.

Tasting Note
Pale lemon in the glass. The nose leans into peach, pear and citrus, with a fresh, lifted feel. On the palate it sits between juicy and gently rounded, with ripe orchard-fruit character, bright acidity and a soft, lightly creamy texture. Fresh, expressive and very easy to enjoy.

Country: Romania
Region: Miniș DOC
Sub-Region: n/a
Grape(s): 100% Királyleányka (Fetească Regală)
ABV: 11.5%
Friendly: Vegetarian

Awards & Critics' Scores
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The Story
Királyleányka is one of Balla Géza’s best-known white wines, which makes sense given the estate’s focus on traditional Carpathian Basin varieties in the Miniș region. The winery farms a large estate in western Romania and has built a strong reputation for championing local grapes alongside a handful of international ones. This wine shows the more open, fruit-led side of the variety, with enough texture to make it feel a little more interesting than a simple crisp white.

Perfect With... (click me for the recipe)
- Meat/fish: Lemon-herb roast chicken with new potatoes

- Vegetarian: Courgette, Pea and Lemon Risotto

- Vegan: Herby White-Bean Bruschetta with Lemon and Olive Oil