Back to Basics: Hungary with Athena Bochanis of Palinkerie

Experience regions you've yet to discover, grapes you can't pronounce, and wines you won't forget.

Location

Upstairs at Leon and Son Brooklyn

Cost:

$40.00 per person

Duration:

1h 30min

About this experience

Hungary is home to at least 1000 years of winemaking, and we're diving into its past, present, and future with inarguably one of its fiercest champions: Athena Bochanis. She's the founder of Palinkerie, the small and mighty Hungarian wine importer. Come see what makes this place, its wines, and its people so special. 

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$10 of your ticket purchase will be issued as a credit towards purchase of any featured bottle.

All experience levels are welcome (you just need to be 21+)! Please no gum, mints, or strong perfumes.

E-tickets will be delivered via email. All tickets are non-refundable but may be transferred to a friend or family member (life happens, we get it!).

***Please note: We are legally not allowed to have any animals in the space apart from ADA registered service animals. Thank you for your cooperation.

By purchasing a ticket to this event, you acknowledge and agree to the Terms & Conditions here.

Please note that the classroom is only accessible via stairs.

Your Host

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I founded Palinkerie in 2013 to present the proud legacy and exciting development of Hungarian wine to the US market. I spent time in Budapest during law school, and while I was there I tried some incredible wines.
The more I learned about Hungarian winemaking, the more fascinated I became. I was charmed by the beauty of the vineyards, the different appellations and their stories, and the personal touch that each tiny family-run winery seemed to leave on their wines.
After I returned to New York, I was determined to share these experiences with others.
Our first shipment in 2014 consisted of just 270 cases. Today we carry over 70 different wines, and are proud to represent many of the top wineries from across Hungary. We are committed to partnering with growers who engage in sustainable organic farming practices and low intervention methods in the cellar.