From the Basque region of Spain, the 2012 Berroia Txacoli is a blend of 85% Hondarribi Zuri, 10% Riesling and 5% Folle Blanche. It exhibits attractive saline qualities, less CO2 than is usual for wines from this appellation, and a refreshing, French Muscadet-like style displaying hints of grapefruit and other assorted citrus, including a slight touch of orange rind. The Riesling component in the blend gives the wine more uplifted aromatics than usual. Its crisp acidity makes this an ideal white to match up with seafood. Long time readers of The Wine Advocate are familiar with the selections of Patrick Mata, one of the most driven, passionate and talented young men in the wine world. These are his newest releases, which should be in the marketplace this fall. He continues to expand his business and as the notes that follow indicate, he has now added a burgeoning selection of high quality, distinctive wines from Portugal. His portfolio actually includes three import companies, Ole, Peninsula and Obrigado. For more information on Patrick Mata, see Issue #202 (8-31-12). Importers: Ole Imports ;56 Harrison St. #405, New Rochelle, NY; tel. (914) 740-4724; fax (413) 254-8923