2018 Doniene Gorrondona Bizkaiko Txakolina Gorrondona (Spain, País Vasco, Bizkaiko Txakolina) $34
What's a nice red wine doing in a place like this? The Basque region of northern Spain has become known for its lightly sparkling whites. Up until the late 19th century, however, reds were all the rage. When phyloxera hit the vineyards were decimated and most replanted with white grapes.
At Doniene Gorrondona, a new generation of winemakers is resurrecting the red wine tradition using 150-year-old, ungrafted Hondarribi Beltza vines. They farm organically and use native yeasts to let the terroir shine through. And shine it does.
Lush red fruits and black cherry combine with soft green bell pepper notes à la Cabernet Franc. It's fresh and vibrant with a firm tannic edge that make this an excellent food wine.
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We came across this quote on the internet some weeks ago and shared it. In case you missed it:
"If you are missing sitting in a Basque bar in San Sebastian - eating pintxos, sipping on high acid wine that makes every bite taste amazing, and while you are there, maybe you re-think your entire life and decide to move to Spain and live your best life - these are the wines for you."
The Basque 4-Pack:
Separately the 4 bottles total $99.50
For the weekend our 4-pack discounts down to $88
Grab a 4-Pack or two, head to your favorite seafood purveyor, grab oysters, mussels, octopus, halibut, whatever strikes your fancy, and have a fabulous weekend.
