2016 Ameztoi Metodo Tradicional Brut Nature "Unicus", Getariako Txakolina, Spain

2016 Ameztoi Metodo Tradicional Brut Nature "Unicus", Getariako Txakolina, Spain

Vibrant, saline, and beautifully complex, the 2016 “Unicus” Brut Nature from Ameztoi is a rare traditional-method sparkling wine from the coastal vineyards of Getaria. Aromas of green apple, lemon zest, sea breeze, and toasted brioche lead into a taut palate with fine bubbles, bracing acidity, and a long, mineral-laced finish. It combines Txakolina’s signature freshness with the depth and structure of extended lees aging.

$37.99
$37.99

ABOUT THIS WINE

“Unicus” is crafted from the native Hondarrabi Zuri grape grown on steep, Atlantic-facing slopes in the Getariako Txakolina appellation of the Basque Country. The 2016 vintage offered ideal ripening conditions balanced by cooling ocean breezes, preserving the grape’s natural acidity and saline character.

Produced using the traditional method with secondary fermentation in bottle, the wine spends several years aging on its lees before disgorgement, developing subtle notes of brioche and almond while maintaining the crisp citrus and mineral backbone typical of the region. Bottled as Brut Nature with no dosage, the wine is dry, focused, and intensely terroir-driven.

ABOUT THIS PRODUCER

Ameztoi is one of the most respected producers in Getariako Txakolina, a family estate that has been farming the steep coastal vineyards of the Basque Country for generations. Known for their lively, naturally spritzy Txakolina wines, the estate has also pushed the boundaries of the region with projects like “Unicus,” a traditionally made sparkling wine that highlights the depth and aging potential of Hondarrabi Zuri. The result is a Champagne-inspired expression with unmistakable Atlantic character.

Details:

Grape(s) Hondarrabi Zuri
Farming Organic