William Penn Life, 2015 (50. évfolyam, 1-12. szám)

2015-01-01 / 1. szám

riÉ Puzzle Contest #115 with Lizzy Cseh

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A toast to Törley

Sparkling wines are used in many celebrations. Although American, French and Italian brands dominate the marketplace, a Hungarian brand-Törley-tops the list as my favorite.

Törley offers over 16 varieties of sparkling products, from non-alcoholics versions to ultra-expensive cuvées. While visiting Hungary, I had several opportunities to sample Törley products. The history of Törley is a shining example of Magyar diligence and determination.

The Schmierl family originally came from Germany. For generations, family members served in the military in the area of Csantever (now Serbia). They fought against the Ottomans and stood with Kossuth in 1848. Eventually, the family name was changed to Toriéi. The Magyar surname was selected because “Schmierl” in German means “delete,” and in Hungarian is translated to “Törölni.”

József Törley was born in 1858 and defied family tradition by attending the Graz Academy of Trade. Upon graduation, he was hired by the Roederer family vintners of Reims, France. There, young József learned every aspect of sparking wine production. His idea was to establish a wine making facility in Hungary. He noted that the areas of Etyek and Budafok had climate, soil and, most importantly, limestone deposits similar to those in Reims. By 1882, he had established the world’s most modern and efficient sparkling wine complex, and had dug more than 45 miles of limestone tunnels to be used for wine storage. The quarried limestone was used to build many of Budapest’s finest buildings, including Parliament.

Törley’s production increased exponentially and was recognized worldwide as one of the best. József died at age 49 and had no children. Fortunately, his three siblings and their children continued to operate the business.

In 1944, the factory was destroyed by aerial bombing. Following the World War II, the Communist government seized control of the business.

But, after the fall of the Iron Curtain, Törley was resurrected through acquisition by a German wine conglomerate. With a new influx of investment money, Törley continues to grow and is one of the most popular sparkling wines in eastern Europe.

The January 2015 puzzle comprises 15 clues related to the story of Törley wines. To learn more about Törley and its wines, visit www.torley.hu. Good Luck and Boldog Új Evet!- Cseh Lizzy

Puzzle Contest #112

WINNERS

The winners of our Puzzle Contest #112 were drawn Dec. 4, 2014, at the Home Office. Congratulations to:

Jody L. Duruttya, Br. 189 Alliance, OH Claude J. Muzarol, Br. 720 Dedham, MA Joseph C. Nodge, Br. 26 Sharon, PA Kathleen A. Stone, Br. I Bridgeport, CT

Each won $50 for their correct entry.

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“A Toast to Törley” Word List

Aging

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Budafok

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Schmierl

Champagne

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Törley

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1. ALL WPA Life Benefit Members are eligible to enter. i

2. Complete the word search puzzle correctly.

3. Mail your completed puzzle, along with your name, address, phone number, email address, and WPA Certificate Number, to:

WPA PUZZLE #115 709 Brighton Road Pittsburgh, PA 15233

4. Entries must be received at the Home Office by Feb. 28, 2015.

5. Four winners will be drawn from all correct entries on or about March. 4,2015, at the Home Office. Each winner will receive $50. ____________ JL