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There is no better way to shake off the mid-winter chill than with a deep dive into the rugged, soulful landscape of Navarra.
While the Manhattan Wine Company team won’t be on the floor for this one, we are thrilled to partner with our friends at Txikito and The Source for a special evening celebrating the "new guard" of Spanish winemaking: Aseginolaza & Leunda.
Navarra has always been a unique cornerstone of Spanish culture. An ancient Roman crossroads defined by the Pyrenees to the north and the meandering Ebro River basin to the south. It is a terrain of abundance hidden within a spare landscape, famous for its artichokes, white asparagus, and Piquillo peppers. But for many years, the region’s noblest variety, Garnacha, was nearly forgotten.
Enter Jon Aseginolaza and Pedro Leunda. Both environmental scientists by trade, they have dedicated themselves to reviving these ancient vines. Historically, Navarrian Garnacha was known for a "savage" texture and heavy weight. However, Jon and Pedro have found a finer expression. By embracing the high-altitude, wind-exposed vineyards of the area, their wines emerge with a "redder" robe, bright aromas of wild thyme and rosemary, and a lithe, modest alcohol profile that makes them—quite simply—impossible to stop drinking.
The Event:
Wednesday, January 21st | Txikito
Join award-winning chefs, Alex Raij and Eder Montero, (true pioneers of Basque cuisine in NYC) at Txikito for a culinary journey through Navarra. It’s a rare chance to see how these elegant, high-acid reds play against some of the best Spanish fare in Manhattan.
RESERVE HERE
This is a single-night event, and reservations will go fast. We highly recommend securing your spot. Please do not email us here at MWC for a reservation.
The Wines:
While we won’t be pouring the bottles ourselves, all the wines featured during the dinner will be available for purchase through Manhattan Wine Company.
Aseginolaza & Leunda, Txuria 2024 $44/btl
Aseginolaza & Leunda, Navarra Tinto, Birak 2024 $30/btl
Aseginolaza & Leunda, Cuvee 2021 $41/btl
Aseginolaza & Leunda, Cuvee 2020 $43/btl
Aseginolaza & Leunda, Cuvee 2019 $42/btl
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