In Spain’s coastal Basque Country, “Xarmant” (char-mant) means ‘charming’ and txakoli is the joyous, light, white wine shared amongst friends with northern Spain’s legendary cuisine. Close to the Bay of Biscay on Spain’s rugged, green northern coast. Its proximity to the Atlantic Ocean creates a unique, ideal microclimate to produce this ‘charming’ wine.
The nose shows subtle stone fruit with salinity and a bit of citrus. The palate is lighter with savory spice and flavors of citrus, apricot, and salty minerals.
region: basque country, spain
varietals: 70% Hondarrabi Zuri with Gros Manseng, Petit Manseng, and Petit Corbu.
style: spritzy white
farming & cellar: sustainably-farmed (practicing organic), fermented with indigenous yeasts in stainless steel tanks. vegan friendly.
pairing: beach bag
