Spain - Galicia Flashcards
What are the 5 sub-regions of Rias Baixas?
- Ribera de Ullo
- Val do Salnes
- Soutamaior
- Condado do Tea
- O Rosal
Is Rias Basxias a contiguous DO?
No, 3 out of the 5 DOs do not share a border with each other
What is the moderating influence on Rias Baixas?
The Atlantic Ocean
What is a Parral?
A pergola like trellis system
What are the 5 DOs located with in Galicia?
- Rias Baixas
- Ribeiro
- Ribeira Sacra
- Valdeorras
- Monterrei
What are the permitted white grape varietals for Rias Baixas?
- Albarino
- Loureria
- Treixadura
- Caina Blanca
- Torrontes
- Godello
What are the permitted red grape varietals for Rias Baixas?
- Caino Tinto
- Espadeiro
- Loureria Tinta
- Souson
- Mencia
- Brancellao
True or False,
If a bottle from Rias Baixas is labelled as Albarino, it must be 100% Albarino
True!
If a bottle of wine comes from either Ribeira de Ullo or Val do Salnes (in Rias Baxias) what must the blend consist of?
70% of the authorized white varietals:
- Albarino
- Lourerio
- Trezadiura
- Caina Blanco
If a bottle of wine has Blanca Barrica on it, how much did it spend in bottle?
At least 3 months
What is the climate for Rias Baixas?
Maritime
What is the main soil type of Rias Baixas?
Sandy soils over granite bedrock
What does the term ‘Sobre Lias’ mean?
It is Albarino that was stored on its lees, with 1 to 2 years being typical
What is the main grape of Ribeiro?
Treixadura
What is the main grape of Ribeira Sacra?
Mencía
