SPAIN - Galicia & Basque Country Flashcards
What is the NW corner of Spain known as?
An autonomous community comprises of Galicia & Basque Country
What bodies of water encase the NW corner of Spain?
The Atlantic to the East, Bay of Biscay to the North, and Portugal to the South
What are the two main climatic features in the NW corner of Spain?
- Coastal DOs = cooler maritime climate
- Inland DOs = warmer & continental
What is the most important white wine DO of Spain?
Rías Baixas DO
What types of grapes are primarily grown in Rías Baixas DO?
- Albariño (main)
- Loureiro
- Treixadura
- Caiña Blanca
Whites are primarily produced, with reds being rare.
What trellis method is used for grape vines in Rías Baixas?
Pergola trellis
- lower desease by training the vines high on a trellies system
- better sunlight exposure
What is the minimum percentage of Albariño in a blended wine labeled as such?
70% Albariño + Loureiro, Treixadura and/or Caiña Blanca
If a wine is labeled as Albariño, it must be 100% Albariño.
Name the five subzones of Rías Baixas DO.
North Sector:
* Val do Salnés
* Ribera do Ulla
South Sector:
* Condado do Tea
* O Rosal
* Soutomaior
What are 3 Rias-Baixas subzones with distinct styles?
- Val do Salnés: classic, rich & racy with pronouce salinity to match
- Condado do Tea: rich & full-bodied
- O Rosal: ripe & floral
What is Ribeira Sacra DO known for?
Galicia’s primary red DO
It is situated on the hillsides of R. Sil & R. Miño.
What grape varieties are allowed in Ribeira Sacra DO?
- Red: Mencía (main)
- White: Godello & Treixadura
What is special about Ribero DO?
Oldest recognised DO
It specializes in Vino Tostado, a wine made from dried grapes.
