The Wine Profile

1 What historical nickname does Somló's wine carry, anchoring the region's courtly reputation?

A "The wedding-night wine" B "The prince-bishop's wine" C "The knightly throne wine" D "The golden winter wine"

2 What does the Hungarian legend of "Nászéjszakák bora" from Somló more specifically claim?

A That the wine should be toasted by the bridegroom alone before the night begins B That the wine grants the couple a long and happy marital future C That the wine protects the bride from illness during the first year D That the wine favours the conception of a male heir on the wedding night

3 At which European court is Somló's wine said to have been especially favoured because of the wedding-night legend?

A The British court at Windsor B The Habsburg imperial court C The French court at Versailles D The Russian court at Saint Petersburg

4 What does the producer structure of Somló look like from above?

A A few large estates that dominate almost all of the vineyard B International groups with large vineyards on the slopes C A single state cooperative that covers the whole hill D Many small growers and tiny cellars rather than a few large estates

5 What is characteristic of the slopes of Somló-hegy when one moves through the vineyards?

A Small chapels, vine huts and traditional press-houses on the slopes B Densely built villages with modern villas and large hotels C Long rows of identical international wine brands D Industrial parks and wine factories along the foot of the hill

6 What makes Somló-hegy a wine-tourism destination in its own right for visitors?

A A long maritime coastline with boat excursions B The summit castle ruins together with the hill's wine cellars C A modern theme park built around the wine industry D An international wine museum at the foot of the hill