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Located on the northwest corner of Spain, Galicia is just under Portugal, along the Atlantic Ocean. It shares a wet, humid climate with a chilly wind, similar to Ireland or Scotland, with corresponding green pastures. 

The most famous D.O. in the area is Rías Baixas, renown for white wines made from the Albariño grape. These wines are versatile pairing partners with many cuisines (especially seafood) and are refreshing and light, with citrus and tropical flavors and good acidity. 
 
This is also home to Ribeira Sacra more inland, which primarily produces wines from the Mencia grape. These tend to be lighter in style than Bierzos and can be served to great effect with a slight chill. Other grapes grown in the area are Godello, Treixadura and Albariño.
 
Even farther inland, with a much drier climate is D.O. Monterrei. This area is mostly known for dry whites made with Doña Blanca, Treixadura and Godello. Some reds are also produced from Read more »

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Bodegas del Palacio de Fefinanes Albarino de Fefinanes Rias Baixas (2011)

Winery: Bodegas Palacio
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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mikespeer

great pear, apple nose....with a fruit filled palatte.....somewhat crisp finish

Lagar de Costa Albariño Rías Baixas (2008)

Winery: Lagar de Costa
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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BeautifulCalamity

Crisp, almost a sea salt taste.

Val Do Sosego Albariño Rías Baixas (2010)

Winery: Val do Sosego
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Color: White Wines
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vin0vin0

Reminds me of a fine Rhone blend with a bit more richness. Nicely balanced fruit, acid and alcohol (12.5%). There is a fine tongue coating texture that pairs well with the slightly citrusy front end.

Salneval Albarino (2010)

Winery: Salneval
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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shsim

I am usually am pretty picky about whites and rather have a red. This is my first Albariño and it might just be my new white champion! It smells of apricot and pear with a floral touch. Crisp and full bodied, it reminds me of marshmallow, fruit candy t...

Paco & Lola Albarino Rias Baixas (2010)

Winery: Paco & Lola
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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Nicki Gig

a little spritz like with honeysuckle, creamy, twinge of sweetness and peach, yum!

Santiago Ruiz Albariño Rías Baixas (2010)

Winery: Santiago Ruiz
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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heathbodell

Citrus and sugar on the nose. Grapefruit and lemon on the tongue with a wonderful tart/sweet finish. Perfectly balanced. I don't want this bottle to end!

Pazo de Barrantes Albariño Rías Baixas (2010)

Winery: Bodegas Pazo De Barrantes
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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raindance

Just real good inexpensive white wine. Need to stock more Albarino for the upcoming summer months.

Benito Santos Albarino Rias Baixas Igrexario de Saiar (2010)

Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Color: White Wines
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ceekaynj

My go to white is an Albarino and this is excellent!

Lusco Albarino Rias Baixas Licia Spain Galicia Rias Baixas White (2008)

Winery: Fattoria Licia
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Color: White Wines
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EMark

Terrific food wine. Quite crisp and refreshing with nice tartness. Enjoyed it last night with dinner of grilled Ahi Tuna with a Plum/Nectarine relish. Purchased in February for $12.99.

Granbazán Etiqueta Ámbar (2011)

Winery: Agro De Bazán
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Color: White Wines
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agrodebazan

Of pale golden color, with shiny reflexes of lemon towards the edge. Great olfactory complexity, reflecting clearly the varietal characteristics with aromas of fresh seeded fruits, pineapple, green apple, lemon and banana. Mouthfilling with a crispy ac...

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Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Martin Codax
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks

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Vina Nora Rias Baixas Nora
Winery: Viña Nora
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Honey Dijon Kettle Crusted Flounder

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Paco & Lola Albarino Rias Baixas
Winery: Paco & Lola
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Orange Spiced Chicken

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Licia Albarino
Winery: Fattoria Licia
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Grilled Chicken Fajitas

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Bodegas As Laxas Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Bodegas As Laxas
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Bucatini all'Amatriciana

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Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns
Winery: Martin Codax
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Fusilli with Roasted Eggplant and Goat Cheese

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Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns
Winery: Martin Codax
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Lemon-Splashed Shrimp Salad

You can purchase peeled and deveined shrimp to save prep time. Chop, measure, and prepare the remaining ingredients while the pasta water comes to a boil. Read more »

Condes de Albarei Salneval Albarino
Winery: Salneval
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Penne with Broccoli

Don't expect crisp, bright green broccoli in this delicious sauce. Hertha Verdurmen cooks broccoli with olive oil and garlic slowly until it breaks down into a soft, flavorful pasta topping. Read more »

Viña Cartín Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Viña Cartín
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas

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Orzo Salad with Radish and Fennel

Lemony dressing and fresh mint add vibrant flavor to this pasta salad. Serve chilled or at room temperature, and garnish with pretty mint leaves, if desired. Read more »

Santiago Ruiz Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Santiago Ruiz
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Type: Table Wines

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Emeril's Shrimp and Pasta with Chilis, Garlic, Lemon and Green Onions

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Varietals Produced in Galicia View all

  • Verdelho

    History of the grape: Verdelho has existed on the island of Madeira in Portugal at least as far back as the 15th cent...

  • Savagnin

  • Godello

  • Merlot

    The Occitanian word “merlot” translates to “young blackbird.” An accurate description for this popular, early-budding...

Subregions of Galicia

  • Rías Baixas

      This region lies along the Atlantic coastline in Galicia, in the northwest part of Spain. ...

  • Monterrei

  • Ribeira Sacra

    Wines made from Mencia grape. The origins of the grape are not clear. While there seems to be a...

Popular Wineries in Galicia View all

  • Adegas Galegas

    Adegas Galegas began its activity in 1995 with the acquisition of “Viñedos de Goián” and “Condasa...

  • Bodegas Castro Martin

    A small family owned and managed wine cellar making top quality albariño wines that are now so...

  • Adegas Valmiñor

    Adegas Valmiñor is located in the Valley O Rosal within the guarantee of origin. A mild climate ...

  • Adega Condes de Albarei

    The Condes de Albarei winery makes high quality wines only with the Albarino grape. This is an ar...

  • Lagar de Costa

    Lagar de Costa is a family-owned winery, where the work and dedication of three generations, devo...

  • Bodegas del Palacio de Fefiñanes

    Wine is like people, in that the closer it comes t0 its roots, the closer it comes to its real id...

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