Buda Castle Wine Festival 2025 – wine experiences at Aranybástya

Every year, the Buda Castle Wine Festival attracts thousands of wine fans to Buda Castle. The atmosphere of the festival, which takes place in a historic setting, is unrivalled: open-air wine tastings, live music and the best Hungarian wineries. It's no coincidence that the Buda Castle Wine Festival 2025 will be one of the most anticipated events of the season again this year.

A panoramic wine tasting venue right next to the festival

The Golden Bastion is located in the immediate vicinity of the event, making it the perfect choice for those looking for an elegant, panoramic wine tasting experience to complement the festival experience. Our restaurant is located in the heart of the Buda Castle, with a spectacular view of the city: the ideal place to enjoy a glass of wine.

Aranybástya wine selection – classics and specialities

The Aranybástya's drinks list offers a wide selection of wines, including iconic Hungarian wines and rarer specialities. A few favourites worth mentioning:

1. Egri Bikavér

The pride of the Eger wine region, with a famous legend attached to it. During the siege, Hungarian soldiers bravely drank the red wine, which the Turks mistakenly believed to be “bull’s blood”, thinking that it would make the warriors stronger. The basis of Bikavér is mostly Kékfrankos and Kadarka, supplemented with other native grape varieties. A characterful, full-bodied wine that can be an excellent accompaniment to an elegant dinner.

2. Tokaj wines

The Tokaj wine region is one of the world's best-known wine regions and is justly renowned for its unique winemaking traditions. The Golden Bastion's range includes Samorodni (dry and sweet), translation and cuvée, as well as the world-famous Tokaji Aszú and Eszencia. These wines not only represent the pinnacle of gastronomy, but also preserve our cultural heritage.

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Special wine experiences in Buda Castle

Whether you are visiting us after the festival programme or looking for a stand-alone gastronomic experience, the Golden Bastion wine guide is the perfect choice. Whether with an elegant dinner or as part of a friendly outdoor wine tasting, the wine list has something for every guest to discover.

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During the Buda Castle Wine Festival 2025, wine lovers will be able to enjoy the diversity of Hungarian wines not only in the festival, but also in the Golden Bastion. The wine tasting experience at Buda Castle is made truly special by the panoramic view of the city, excellent food and a carefully selected wine list.

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