Txomin Etxaniz Txakoli de Getaria DO

Txakoli de Getaria DO, Spain

The benchmark Getaria Txakoli; Hondarrabi Zuri from steep Atlantic slopes at 100m. Bone-dry and bracing: green apple, lime zest, sea spray, white flowers, and the characteristic spritzy prickle from natural CO2 retention. Best poured from height in traditional Basque fashion to aerate and enhance effervescence. 10.5% alcohol. Essential with pintxos.

Pairing intelligence

• starter: The ultimate Basque pairing; Txakoli's razor acidity and saline mineral cut through the olive-oil richness of angulas perfectly
• aperitif: The essential San Sebastián bar experience; Txakoli's sharpness and effervescence refresh between each pintxo bite
• main: Basque Cantabrian crab with Basque Txakoli; the sea mineral in both creates a powerful coastal resonance