Txakoli Aguirrebeko 2025

Description

Txakoli Aguirrebeko 2025

Txakoli Aguirrebeko 2025 is a vibrant and characterful Basque white wine, produced in the Muxika vineyards of the Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve within the Bizkaiko Txakolina Designation of Origin. Fresh, aromatic and distinctly Atlantic in style, it captures the personality of its coastal Basque terroir.

The wine is made primarily from Hondarrabi Zuri (85%), the traditional grape of Bizkaiko Txakolina, complemented by Riesling (10%) and Hondarrabi Zuri Zerratia (5%). The vineyard sits at around 200 metres above sea level, with vines trained using a double Guyot trellis system. Careful green pruning, nutrient control and certified integrated production techniques are used to maintain healthy, balanced vines.

The grapes are harvested by hand before destemming and a cold pre-fermentation maceration. Each variety is vinified separately in stainless-steel tanks at 14°C, followed by careful filtration and blending to preserve the wine’s freshness and aromatic character.

In the glass, Aguirrebeko 2025 shows a bright greenish-yellow colour. The nose is expressive and fresh, revealing aromas of white flowers, lemon, pineapple and a subtle touch of honey. On the palate, it combines lively citrus freshness and acidity with an appealing sense of volume and texture. At 12.5% alcohol and with just 1.1 g/l residual sugar, it is a dry, refreshing and beautifully balanced wine.

A taste of Basque tradition

Txakoli (or Txakolina in Basque) has long been associated with the Basque Country, where its naturally fresh, high-acid style developed in the cool, humid Atlantic climate. Traditionally enjoyed young, Txakoli is an integral part of Basque food and culture, particularly alongside the region’s exceptional seafood. Its name and style are closely linked to the historic coastal and inland vineyards of the Basque Country, with Hondarrabi Zuri at its heart.

Today, modern producers combine this distinctive heritage with precise vineyard management and temperature-controlled winemaking, resulting in Txakoli wines that are both unmistakably traditional and remarkably versatile.

Food pairing

Aguirrebeko 2025 is an excellent partner for Basque and Mediterranean cuisine. Its freshness and citrus character make it particularly well suited to white fish, seafood and cod dishes such as bacalao al pil-pil. It also works beautifully with grilled meats, vegetables, rice dishes and traditional dishes served with Biscayan sauce.