Zoltán Demeter's wine shop, Tokaj

The building was constructed by Stoján Sofe, a Macedonian master baker, for his own use around 1910, to serve as both a shop and a residence; he ran the bakery in the courtyard behind the street-facing residential building, which continued to operate as a bakery until the 2000s. Before the renovation, this small-town townhouse – which was worn but of good quality – was used as a flat and a workshop.

The wine shop was created by joining together the rooms facing the street; behind it, on the rebuilt glazed veranda, there is a special tasting area, whilst the service and ancillary rooms are located in the rear wing of the building. With its stone paving and plants, the courtyard has been transformed into a cosy outdoor dining area, where guests can sit and chat under the arbour. The interior design and furnishings of every hall and room reflect the winemaker-owner’s discerning taste and vision.