Spain — wine

Txakoli de Álava

Inland Basque Txakoli from the Álava province; broader and rounder than coastal Bizkaiko Txakolina with slightly more body; primarily Hondarrabi Zuri with hints of Gross Manseng.

Year Rating Notes
2022 Warmer summer; rounder and more generous than typical; excellent Txakoli year.
2021 Spring rains followed by dry summer; fresh and crisp with good acidity.
2020 Outstanding vintage; concentration and aromatics both exceptional.
2019 Ripe and expressive; good fruit weight balances natural tartness.
2018 Typical vintage; light and sprightly with characteristic fizz.