Txomin Etxaniz 2024 Getariako Txakolina

Txomin Etxaniz 2024 is a racy, marine-inflected Basque white that stirs the palate with sea breezes, green apple, and citrus lift. Its vibrant acidity and subtle sparkle make it a refreshing, coastal expression destined to pair beautifully with seafood.

Origins & Craftsmanship

Produced in the D.O. Getariako Txakolina region in the Basque Country, Txomin Etxaniz is farmed on steep coastal slopes overlooking the Atlantic. The 2024 bottling is crafted primarily from Hondarrabi Zuri, with a small percentage of Hondarrabi Beltza blending in to add nuance.
The vineyards rest on sandy, chalky loam soils, and the climate is strongly Atlantic—cool, humid, and marked by sea influence. Grapes are hand-harvested, cold-macerated, then destemmed and pressed in closed pneumatic vats. Indigenous yeasts drive fermentation at low temperatures in stainless steel tanks, retaining freshness and subtle dissolved CO₂ for slight effervescence. The wine rests six months on the lees before bottling to integrate texture and complexity.

Tasting Profile

Nose: Bright aromas of green apple, lemon peel, and grapefruit, mingled with sea spray, wet stone, and a thread of fresh herbs. There’s a whisper of florality—white blossom or chamomile—that lifts the aromatic frame.

Palate: Crisp and enlivening. The wine delivers citrus zest, tart apple, and a pinch of green pear, all defined by saline minerality and brisk acidity. A subtle spritz enhances buoyancy. The lees aging adds fine texture and a soft creaminess beneath the brisk surface.

Finish: Clean, bright, and lingering. The citrus and orchard notes fade gently into a sea-spray whisper and mineral salt. The finish ends dry, precise, and invigorating.

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