Basque Country, Spain
Situated just outside of San Sebastián on the coast in the Urteta section of Zarautz, Mokoroa’s seventeen acres of Hondarrabi Zuri and Hondarrabi Beltza vines are planted in the famous Getariako Txakolina D.O. Mokoroa’s Txakoli from the great 2019 vintage opens with a shimmering, pale green-lemon color in the bowl segueing to aromas of lime juice, honeydew melon, green plums, and briny minerals. Propelled by a healthy dose of dissolved CO2, Mokoroa’s Txakoli invigorates the palate with riveting expressions of Key lime juice, green apple skin, gardenia blossoms, and salty sea spray. The wine finishes fresh, saline, and vigorous with layers of citrus zest, gooseberry, quinine, and fresh ginger. Mokoroa has fashioned a very distinctive crisp Txakoli, and an outstanding value for its denominación. It will prove a superb choice served alone or partnered with artichokes, sauteed green leafy vegetables, grilled asparagus, fresh and steamed shellfish, light squid tapas, ceviches, and delicate white-fleshed fish dishes. Enjoy now and over the coming year.
