Getariako Txakolina / Chacolí de Getaria / Txakolí de Getaria is a DOP protected wine name within Basque Country. This introductory profile places it in the broader regional context: basque wine is best known through Txakoli: brisk, saline and highly refreshing whites shaped by the Atlantic coast.
Location
Region
Basque Country
Protected status
Protection
DOP · DO
Wine profile
Typical focus
Light, high-acid white wines, Slightly sparkling traditional styles
Varieties
Notable grapes
Hondarrabi Zuri, Hondarrabi Beltza, Gros Manseng
Identity and character
What defines Getariako Txakolina / Chacolí de Getaria / Txakolí de Getaria?
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Getariako Txakolina / Chacolí de Getaria / Txakolí de Getaria is a DOP protected wine name within Basque Country. This introductory profile places it in the broader regional context: basque wine is best known through Txakoli: brisk, saline and highly refreshing whites shaped by the Atlantic coast.
Growing conditions
Climate
Cool, rainy Atlantic climate with strong maritime influence.
Place and soils
Landscape
Green coastal hills and steep vineyards overlooking the Bay of Biscay.
Wine categories
Regionally typical wine styles
- Light, high-acid white wines
- Slightly sparkling traditional styles
- Small amounts of rosé and red
Varieties
Regionally relevant grapes
- Hondarrabi Zuri
- Hondarrabi Beltza
- Gros Manseng
At the table
Food pairing ideas
- Pintxos
- Anchovies
- Shellfish
- Grilled fish