Bizkaia's Txakoli Wine Route
BILBAO - BIZKAIA
Discover this unique wine
Txakoli is primarily a young white wine with a moderate alcohol content, rich in aromas, and refreshing, offering a pleasant and characteristic acidity. This is a wine that is the product of a traditionally Atlantic viticulture, made from different indigenous varieties of grape such as the Hondarrabi Zuri, Hondarrabi Beltza and Hondarrabi Zuri Zerratia. The typical climate in Biscay, damp and temperate, is what gives this wine the characteristics that make it unique from the very start..
More than 95% of txakoli production in Biscay is white wine, however, thanks to the insightful hunch of several oenologists working in the market, there are a number of high-quality varieties: white wines fermented on the lees and in barrels, rosés, even a surprising and promising red txakoli from Biscay. This is not to mention the sparkling and late harvest wines that, although not called txakoli, are covered by the Bizkaiko Txakolina Designation of Origin.
To discover our txakoli, we have designed the 10 itineraries that make up the "Bilbao-Bizkaia Txakoli Route" that pass through the most emblematic places and landscapes of Biscay, with txakoli at the centre. Discover, visit, contemplate and, above all, enjoy them!
Route map
Route 10: Vineyards, towers, and castles
Route 1: Bilbao and the golden age of txakoli
Route 2: From port to port through Greater Bilbao
Route 3: Nature, landscapes, and wine
Route 4: Txakoli and rural life among the mountains
Route 5: Nature, mythology, and Txakoli
Route 6: From the sea to Lea-Artibai’s vineyards
Route 7: Enkarterri: Viticulture and cultural tradition
Route 8: Cliffs, vineyards, and surfing beaches
Route 9: Between whaling ports, vine arbours, and natural reserves
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Route 1: Bilbao and the golden age of txakoli
In this journey through Bilbao, we invite you to dive into the authentic essence of Bizkaia’s capital.
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Route 2: From port to port through Greater Bilbao
Along this route, you will have to opportunity to explore some of Greater Bilbao’s most fascinating and interesting locations while discovering the region’s ...
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Route 3: Nature, landscapes, and wine
Do you love txakoli? Are you passionate about exploring natural spaces and admiring sweeping landscapes? Then this exciting route including the Nervión ...
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Route 4: Txakoli and rural life among the mountains
This route will take you exploring through a combination of spectacular natural landscapes and local culture.
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Route 5: Nature, mythology, and Txakoli
Take a fascinating journey through the Durangaldea region. This Bizkaia administrative region has its own, deep-rooted identity. Here, exuberant nature, ...
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Route 6: From the sea to Lea-Artibai’s vineyards
Discover a route full of coastal charm where txakoli mixes with culture, gastronomy, and tales of the sea.
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Route 7: Enkarterri: Viticulture and cultural tradition
Today we will dive into the fascinating world of txakoli in Enkarterri. This administrative region is a true gem for txakoli wine production, competing with ...
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Route 8: Cliffs, vineyards, and surfing beaches
On this route, you will discover the stunning landscapes, virgin beaches, and fascinating geological formations.
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Route 9: Between whaling ports, vine arbours, and natural reserves
This route through Urdaibai will take you through extraordinarily beautiful natural environments, where you will witness the commitment local residents have ...
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Route 10: Vineyards, towers, and castles
Txakoli is a drink with roots dating back to the Middle Ages, and it will be your travel companion on this route as you discover the charm of the most ...
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Bizkaia's Txakoli Wine
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Tips for visiting txakoli wineries
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Always book in advance
Most wineries require prior reservation. Always book in advance to make sure you can visit the winery.
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Check Minimum Group
Some wineries require a minimum group of people to be able to visit. Find out in advance.
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Check the season of visits
Although there are times of special beauty such as the harvest season, many wineries close their visits due to the workload. Keep that in mind.
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Repeat
Each winery has its own history, personality and philosophy. And each route is unique, so we encourage you to do more than one itinerary.
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Visit with respect
The love for the land, traditions and family legacy are part of most wineries, respect that.
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Authentic Experiences
Most txakoli wineries are small wineries, where you are served by the same owner. Get ready for a local experience.