Bilbao: Masterclass on Bizkaia Txakoli and Artisan Cheeses

Activity description

Learn about the Bizkaiko Txakolina D.O., its native grape varieties, and the different styles of this exceptional wine, from the most traditional and vibrant profile to modern aged wines, at a tasting masterclass. Listen to your sommelier give an introduction to heroic viticulture and the rich winemaking tradition of the Basque Country. Taste 3 premium txakolis from small wineries paired with a selection of artisan cheeses.

The experience itinerary (Step-by-step details)

First, meet your sommelier and fellow guests in the intimate and contemporary atmosphere of our wine bar. Dive into the world of txakoli with a brief introduction from your instructor about the unique terroir of Bizkaia and the work of small local producers, and then start the tastings.

Start with a traditional txakoli, fresh, citrusy, and with that vibrant acidity so characteristic of our land, the truest reflection of the Basque coastline. Then, move on to explore the versatility of the Hondarrabi Zuri grape. Savor a more complex winemaking process, discovering how Txakoli evolves magnificently with lees ageing or barrel ageing, dispelling all the myths about this wine.

Finally, taste a special txakoli to finish. Be amazed by a wine gem selected by the sommelier specifically for your session: probably a single-plot txakoli, a micro-production from organic viticulture, or a rarity made from native red grape varieties such as Hondarrabi Beltza. All of this is perfectly paired with a platter of artisan cheeses carefully selected to enhance each glass.