{"title":"Bodegas Itsas Mendi | Gernika","description":"\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: start; margin-bottom: 10px;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/Itsas_Mendi_Property.jpg?v=1728138256\" alt=\"Bodegas Itsas Mendi Winery and Vineyards\" style=\"float: none;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"8\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBodegas Itsas Mendi\u003c\/b\u003e is a pioneering estate located in the historic town of Gernika, right in the heart of the Spanish \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"133\" data-path-to-node=\"2\"\u003eBasque Country\u003c\/b\u003e. The winery takes its name from its spectacular geographical setting, translating directly to where the sea ('Itsas') meets the mountains ('Mendi'). The estate manages 40 hectares of vines spread across 18 distinct plots within the protected Urdaibai Biosphere Reserve. This dramatic coastal environment, heavily influenced by the cool breezes of the Cantabrian Sea, creates an incredibly unique microclimate. The vines benefit from regular rainfall and cooling ocean winds, allowing the grapes to ripen slowly while preserving a brilliant, zesty natural acidity that is the absolute hallmark of the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eThe estate is heavily committed to preserving this pristine natural landscape, operating from a state-of-the-art, eco-friendly cellar. All the vineyards carry strict integrated production certifications, with specific sites fully committed to organic and biodynamic farming practices. By expertly managing the diverse soils and microclimates across their fragmented plots, the winemaking team captures the pure, energetic character of the native \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"446\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eHondarrabi Zuri\u003c\/b\u003e grape. The cellar relies on highly precise, temperature-controlled fermentation to protect the delicate aromatics of the fruit, resulting in crisp, refreshing \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"621\" data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSpanish white wine\u003c\/b\u003e that perfectly translates the salty, mineral-driven essence of the Basque coastline directly into the glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eFounded in 1990 by environmental agriculturalist Garikoitz Rios, the project began with a singular vision to recover and elevate the historic viticultural traditions of the area. Today, the collection offers everyday drinkers a magnificent exploration of premium \u003cb data-index-in-node=\"263\" data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eTxakoli\u003c\/b\u003e, moving far beyond the simple, slightly sparkling tavern wines of the past. Instead, the range delivers sophisticated, still, and beautifully textured expressions packed with vibrant green apple, bright citrus, and crisp white floral notes, underpinned by a signature saline edge. It is an incredibly revitalising and highly versatile portfolio that serves as the ultimate food-matching choice for fresh seafood, oysters, and traditional Basque pintxos.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"bodegas-itsas-mendi-bizkaiko-txakolina-7","title":"Bodegas Itsas Mendi Bizkaiko Txakolina '7' 2020","description":"\u003cp\u003eBodegas Itsas Mendi Bizkaiko Txakolina ‘7’ (the magical number of wisdom and perfection), is the result of many years work, watching and learning from the vines. It is a blend of 9 subplots picked at two different times, 3 plots in the first week of maturation and 4 plots in the second week of maturation. It was first created in 2003 with two objectives: to create a Txakoli with more body and structure by ageing it for longer and also to create a wine that would accompany perfectly the gastronomy of the Basque County. This white wine is a blend of Hondarrabi Zuri Zerratie (Petit Corbu), Hondarrabi Zuri (Gros Corbu), Lore Makala (Riesling) and Izkiriot Handia (Gros Mangseng). Fermented and matured in stainless steel tanks on the lees for 9 months.  A rich, powerful and unctuous Txakoli with perfectly balanced acidity that has the capacity to mature and develop complexity and elegance over time. [#intro]A rich, powerful \u0026amp; unctuous Txakoli that has the capacity for several years ageing...[\/intro]\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bodegas Itsas Mendi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53498115948925,"sku":"A20ITSASMENDI7","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/files\/7Bt.jpg?v=1728212073"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0106\/1539\/0266\/collections\/Itsas_Mendi_Grape_Boxes.jpg?v=1728138519","url":"https:\/\/hic.wine\/collections\/bodegas-itsas-mendi.oembed","provider":"Hic!","version":"1.0","type":"link"}