SWS-Galicia/DO Ribeiro Flashcards
1
Q
Where is DO Ribeiro located?
A
south-central Galicia
2
Q
What style of wine is produced in DO Ribeiro?
A
almost all white = 90%
3
Q
What are the soils in DO Ribeiro?
A
mostly granite; 70%
4
Q
What is the climate in DO Ribeiro?
A
- maritime
- risk of spring frost
- high rainfall
5
Q
Where are the vineyards located in DO Ribeiro?
A
- along Miño, Aviations and Arnoia rivers
- temperature-moderating effects of water protect vines from heat of valley floor, but best sites on hillsides
6
Q
What is the oldest DO in Galicia?
A
DO Ribeiro; 1932
7
Q
What is the preferred variety in DO Ribeiro?
A
Treixadura
8
Q
What is the profile of DO Ribeiro white wines?
A
- Treixadura-dominant
- lime, stone fruit, cucumber notes with fresh acidity
- medium-bodied
- unoaked, best consumed young
9
Q
What is the colleiteiro?
A
- boutique winery that produces no more than 60,000L of wine/year
- producers manage entire production cycle using only crapes on their estates
10
Q
How many colleiteiros in DO Ribeiro?
A
115
11
Q
Who first planted vines in Do Ribeiro?
A
Romans
12
Q
What is Tostado do Ribeiro/vino tostado?
A
- naturally sweet wine wine made from sun-dried grapes
- consumed by pilgrims on their way to Santiago de Compostela
- exported large amounts to England during 17-18th centuries
