ABOUT US
We are introducing you the Hancko Family Winery, where the tradition of wine is intertwined with a professional approach to production. The winery is located in the heart of the beautiful city, of Levice. We consider the long experience and efforts of our grandfathers and great- grandfathers to create excellent wines that can captivate not only in taste but also in story.
Our love for creating delicious wine has inspired us to keep the tradition alive and continue to create wines that not only intrigue but also awaken new and unexplored tastes. Our focus in wine making is on quality craftsmanship, which includes a natural and professional approach. We therefore cordially invite you to be part of our story, to taste wines full of character and to share with us the joy of winemaking that unites us all.
OUR TERROIR
Šiklóš Hill, also known as Vápnik, is the remnant of a travertine mound, where until recently, in addition to travertine, the noble recrystallized variety known as "Levitsky golden onyx" was also obtained. Due to its beauty, it is considered to be unique in Europe and is one of the most expensive stones ever processed.
The origin of this hill is linked to hot springs of mineralized water that spring from great depths along tectonic faults. Calcium carbonate precipitated from calcium bicarbonate dissolved in water with oxygen. It was then transformed into travertine by hardening and gradual recrystallization. This travertine was covered with plants and animals during its formation, which have been preserved as palaeontological material. In the past, rhinoceros teeth, plant prints, turtle shells, and other remarkable fossils have been found here.
The local vineyards, growing on this special type of mineral peat soil, have been giving our wines their exceptional flavor in this excellent Central European microclimate since the days of the Roman Empire. So enjoy our natural wines with us and discover the magic of natural winemaking. With every bottle of our wines, we bring you a piece of history and natural wealth from our locality.
CONTACT
If you are interested in our wines, please contact us by phone, email, or by filling in the form. We will also be happy if you write us your observations after tasting our wines.
Hancko Winery s.r.o.
Severná ul. 3084/16
93401 Levice
0904 895 194