2022 Egervin Eger Egri Bikavér Bulls Blood, Hungary, Eger, Wine Review

Very consistent with the 2017 also reviewed on this site.  Bull's blood wines are blends, traditionally from northern Hungary.   The name comes from the dubious story that says after the locals fought off the Ottoman's, the Ottomans said the people there were drinking dark red wine made from bull's blood which gave them strength.  This is made from the "500 year old" recipe as a blend of Kekfrankos, Cabernet Sauvignon, Merlot, and Zweigelt.  Purple in color with some ruby hues, mostly opaque and bright.  The nose is dusty with black cherries, cherries and slight plums.  Light tannins.  Good acidity.  On the palate, this drinks easily.  Moderate finish.  Nice on its own, this will work with hearty foods.  A nice choice would be Smoked Sausages and Cabbage.  Drink over the next five years.  For $10 or $15 a bottle, this  is a great value.