Marko Loretxoa

Winery: Oxer Bastegieta (Bizkaibarne)
Region: Bizkaiko Txakolina

White Wine

50% Hondarribi Zuri Zerratia, 35% Hondarribi Zuri and 15% Izkiriota Txikia.

Vineyards
The vineyards are located in the village of Kortezubi, a little old town in Bizkaia, famous for its prehistoric caves which form a Unesco World Heritage Site. The vineyards are located on a clay loam topsoil over a limestone subsoil. Slate can be found in some parts.

Winemaking
The vineyards are located in the village of Kortezubi, a little old town in Bizkaia, famous for its prehistoric caves which form a Unesco World Heritage Site. The vineyards are located on a clay loam topsoil over a limestone subsoil. Slate can be found in some parts.

What’s in a name
On the nose, Marko's Skin shows aromas ́s of citrus fruit, almonds, and herbs. It also displays a marked yeasty character. The palate is characterized by a lively acidity and the finish of the wine is very well structured and has a salty touch.

What’s in a name
Loretxoa means little flower and is a reference to a song by Benito Lertxundi, an acclaimed Basque singer-songwriter. The quote on the label is from Swiss poet Hermann Hesse: “The sun speaks to us through light. Flowers give voice to fragrance and color. The air communes through clouds, snow, and rain.”

Alcohol: 13%