50% Hondarribi Zuri (Petit Courbu), 35% Hondarribi Zuri (Gros Courbu), 15% Izkiriota (Petit Manseng)

Winery: Oxer Bastegieta (Bizkaibarne)
Region: Bizkaiko Txakolina

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 limestone subsoil. Slate can be found in some parts.

Winemaking
AFter fermentation in stainless steel tanks, the wine is transferred to ex Fino Sherry casks, filled to 80% of the capacity, where the wine ages for 2 months under a veil of yeast.

Character
On the nose Marko Loretxoa shows aromas 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 structures and has a salty touch.

What’s in a name
Loretxoa means little flower and us a reference to a song of Benito lertxundi, an acclaimed Basque singer-songwriter. The quote on the label is from Swiss poet Herman 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%