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Les Vignes d'Irouléguy: a wine at the summit of the Basque Country

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Nestled in the steep hills of the Basque Country, the Irouléguy vines offer a breathtaking spectacle. This small vineyard, the most northerly in the Basque Country, produces red, white and rosé wines, renowned for their unique, fruity and slightly spicy character.

 

A unique terroir for Irouléguy wines

The Irouléguy vines benefit from a favourable microclimate, between the mountains and the ocean, and a granite and clay soil. These special conditions give the grapes an incomparable aromatic richness.

Wine tourism in the Basque Country: visits and tastings in the vineyards of Irouléguy

Visit the Irouléguy vines, Wine tasting is much more than just tasting wine. Many estates offer guided tours, tastings and even grape-picking workshops. You can discover the skills of the local winemakers and admire the rolling countryside that lends itself to great walks and cycle rides.

Practical tips for visiting the Irouléguy vineyards

  • The estates are often open from spring to autumn.
  • Tastings available by appointment or at the times indicated on each estate.
  • For a full day of adventure and nature at the Basque Country, You can also discover the canoeing and kayaking at Iraty

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