To many people, Faust is simply the name of a man who sold his soul to the devil, enjoying fleeting Earthly pleasures before suffering a hellish demise. In Hungary, however, there is nothing chthonic about visiting the Faust Wine Cellar. It may be 54 steps underground, but it is anything but something of the underworld. Rather, there are some truly heavenly tastes to be enjoyed. The wine cellar is a place where visitors can come and try for themselves the best of Hungarian viticulture. This is something many westerners will have not been exposed to, even though the various brands are gradually finding their way into overseas markets.
For anyone keen to discover the world of Hungarian wines, there is simply nowhere better to come. The cellars themselves contain lots of wares to try, but Faust can also arrange trips to go tasting at wineries out in the countryside beyond Budapest. Packages can include six or nine glasses, with a bottle of water provided to avoid getting too tipsy along the way. It will offer a great chance to see just how wineries work in Budapest, with their own traditions and idiosyncrasies. A family company, the wine cellar was established in 2009 and is not just a cheerleader for Hungarian wines, but also a place to come and relax away from the hustle and bustle of the city, even though it is located in a central spot in the Hilton Hotel at Hess Andras Square in the Buda Castle District. The cellar is a busy place, so it is best to reserve in advance, with the most popular time being after 18:00 local time.
Having tried a lot of different Hungarian wines, there will also be lots of discounts and special offers that people can take advantage of. Being an EU country, that means fellow Europeans can take some bottles home tax free, ready to enjoy the same fine novel tastes all over again after their visit.
