The 2016 The Royal Tokaji Wine Co. Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos Red Label is a noteworthy selection from Hungary, produced by The Royal Tokaji Wine Co. This white wine is a proprietary blend that stands out for its balance of sweetness and acidity, making it a distinct offering in the world of dessert wines.

Wine Enthusiast awarded this vintage an impressive 96 points, highlighting its visual appeal with "gold reflections" in its amber hue and the aromatic complexity featuring "apricot, yellow peach and Bartlett pear." The palate is described as rich with "acacia honey, canned apricot and Anjou pear," and its finish is noted for having "enough acidity to stand up to the sweetness," according to reviewer Jeff Jenssen.

Similarly, James Suckling also rated this wine 96 points, appreciating its "intense nose, full of honey, paint and wax with marmalade, creme brulee and dried pineapple." He notes the wine's initial concentrated and waxy texture, which transitions to a fresh and easy-drinking experience, thanks to its "beautiful acidity that cuts it through," resulting in a "tangy, mouthwatering finish."

Wine & Spirits provided a slightly more reserved score of 92 points but still acknowledged the wine's quality. The review mentions that this is the 14th vintage of the Red Label since the company’s inception in 1990. The wine, with 158 grams per liter of residual sugar, is technically sweet enough to be considered a 6 Puttonyos. It is described as "deeply savory, with marzipan, mushroom and ferrous mineral tones packed around the honeyed peach flavor," with brisk acidity that makes it "ready to pair with a cheese plate," according to T.Q.T.

Overall, the 2016 The Royal Tokaji Wine Co. Tokaji Aszu 5 Puttonyos Red Label is a well-received dessert wine, praised for its aromatic and flavor complexity, balanced sweetness, and refreshing acidity.