At the beginning of August, Debrecen once again becomes the capital of wine and jazz during the Debrecen Wine and Jazz Days, where more than 40 bands perform over three days, featuring both Hungarian and international artists. The special feature of the festival is that it presents musical experiences and wines through carefully curated pairings, allowing visitors to enjoy a unique fusion of flavours and sounds.

Featured performers
Dr Jazz Duo feat. Péter Oláh
Károly Gáspár Trio
Halper Quintet
Vali Kuna and HungaroSwing
Dezső Oláh Vibratone Quartet
Gábor Szalay – Zsolt Bende Duo
Juli Szigeti Band
Tettamanti Téma
áRON feat. Milán Szakonyi & the Memory Makers
Budapest Bossanova Quartet

The festival is further enriched with masterclasses open to university students and young musicians, as well as family-friendly elements, ensuring a meaningful experience for all age groups.

With the intention of establishing a tradition, each year a Hungarian grape variety is placed at the centre of attention, allowing visitors to discover new experiences through the diversity of wine regions and the effects of terroir and microclimate. Following last year’s Olaszrizling, this year Kékfrankos takes the spotlight, one of the most characteristic red grape varieties of the Carpathian Basin. Although it was long overshadowed by international trends, winemakers are increasingly recognising its versatility: from light, fruity wines to complex, full-bodied styles, it offers a wide spectrum.

A distinctive feature of the event is the pairing of wine and jazz, during which organisers present which wines are best tasted alongside particular bands, making the combined sensory experience truly unforgettable. Throughout the festival, participants can choose from a curated selection of Hungarian wineries, including several unconventional producers with unique offerings.

Source: Főnix Rendezvényszervező | Photo credit: Puskás István (Facebook)