TN: 2011 Ameztoi Getariako Txakolina Rubentis (Spain, País Vasco, Getariako Txakolina)

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  • 2011 Ameztoi Getariako Txakolina Rubentis - Spain, País Vasco, Getariako Txakolina (7/17/2012)
    bright and crisp with a nice spritz. Excellent clarity and cleanness with fresh strawberry and bright acidity. My first bottle of this style of wine, and it will not be my last. A situationally perfect wine for a 100 degree day. Well done. 90pts (90 pts.)

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Todd, did you procure this wine in AZ? I would love to find more Txakolis available in the summer.

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This producer is getting a lot of buzz this summer.
Did these wines just recently become available in the US?

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Exactly. [cheers.gif]

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They’ve been available for years. Andre Tamers of De Maison selections. They’re just now arriving at entrenched geek fame status. Seek out the Clos Cibonne rose, also from Tamers. Deeelicious.

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Sucked through the 6 pack that I purchased in June already!

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Usually VERY limited.


I liked the lean quality this had this year, but found the underlying briny, salty quality too strong and hard to pair with BBQ. Ordinarily, a staple of my house. My wife is also a huge fan normally, and found similar issues to me this year.

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That’s funny, Ian. I always have found this wine to lean and briny/salty. That’s what i’ve always loved about it…for pairing, i’m not so sure, grilled shellfish/fish, substantial salads.