Description
The Bay of Biscay imprints its character on San Sebastian where, back in 1476, Juan Sebastián Elcano was born. As the first sailor to circumnavigate the Earth, Juan’s fame is said to equal that of txakoli, the wine synonymous with the Basque Country. Founded in 1989, Getariako Txakolina is a Denomination of Origin for 31 wineries and 150 vine growers that work 402 hectares of vineyard, 91% of which are in coastal areas. Behind this achievement lies a lot of hard work on the part of vine growers, entrepreneurs and organizations, considering that in the 1980’s just 21 hectares were recorded, three in Zarautz and the rest in Getaria. In the previous century the figure was as high as 250 hectares.
Getaria is a walled medieval town sitting on a hillside. The silhouette of Mount San Antón, better known as "the Mouse of Getaria", draws special attention and comes out into the sea. Located in the Urola Kosta region, in the historical territory of Gipuzkoa, the town is the birthplace of a sailor and a couturier: Juan Sebastián Elcano and Cristobal Balenciaga. During and after the Middle Ages, when harpoons were still thrown by hand; the people from this village were whale hunters. The local coat of arms even depicts a whale with a harpoon stuck on its back. A guided walk through this village is captivating, passing medieval houses, the port, and the boulevard that leads to the hermitage of San Antón making its history come alive again.
Following the walking tour of the village, you will visit a traditional Txakoli winery. Txakoli is a young, fruity white wine, of moderate strength (11º) and with a slight characteristic acidity. This unique & distinctive wine should be served chilled. Enjoy a tasting of Txakoli wines served with a tasting of 2 local seafood pintxos “tapas”.
Notes
A minimum participation is required to operate all Yachting Land Adventures and some have limited capacity.
Duration
4 hour(s)
Price
199 (USD)
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