2022 TXAKOLI

TRY ME IF YOU LOVE: Vinho Verde

ABV: 12.5%

GRAPES: 90% Ondarrabi Zuri, 10% Ondarrabi Zuri Zerratie

TASTING NOTES: Clean and bright. Straw yellow colour with shades of green. Intense aromas of pear, apple, grapefruit, and stone fruit. Fresh in the mouth, lively, balanced, long, persistent aromatic finish, with mineral overtones.

PAIRS WITH: Perfect with sashimi and sushi in general, or try with cheeses such as Gorgonzola, Cabrales or Foie Micuit.

SERVE ME: Chilled, pop in the fridge for a couple of hours

Astobiza Estate is a boutique Txakoli producer located in Okondo, Álava province, just 12 miles southwest of Bilbao. This small-scale winery manages 10 hectares of vineyards, focusing primarily on the indigenous Ondarrabi Zuri grape. They also cultivate smaller amounts of Ondarrabi Zuri Zerriatie (Petit Courbu) and Izkirota (Gros Manseng).

Their vineyards sit at 300 meters above sea level, with vines planted at low densities. The estate's location offers natural protection from harsh Atlantic winds, thanks to the surrounding hills. Adhering to quality-focused practices, all grapes are harvested by hand. New School Txakoli...