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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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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.

Lalama (2008)

Region: Spain » Galicia » Ribeira Sacra
Varietal: Mencia , Grenache , Juan García
Color: Red Wines
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CheloSpahn

Este vino español hecho con mencia, garnacha y brancellao es de un color rojo cereza con reflejos grantes. En nariz es una completa mezcla de fruta roja acompotada que se mezcla con los aromas de tostado y violetas. En boca es astringente pero con una ...

Mar de Frades Albariño Rías Baixas (2009)

Winery: Mar de Frades
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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tabednar

This wine has a particular acidity that did not seem completely balanced at first sip. One it sat for a bit, it seem to really open up and the sweetness started to better balance the acidity. Turned into a very good bottle. Wonderfully paired with salm...

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.

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.

Salneval Albarino (2010)

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

One of two bottles of Albarino consumed at a dinner party with Jim and Becky. My new fav white.

Paco & Lola Albarino Rias Baixas (2010)

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

Very nice, simple white. Very similar in taste to a California Sauvignon Blanc. Refreshingly crisp with hints of melon and citrus. Nice balance of acidity. Wonderfully paired with seafood, especially scallops.

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!

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

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns (2010)

Winery: Burgans
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
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tabednar

Nice change of pace from the normal varieties I usually find around the house. Even better while watching the virtual tasting and learning more about this region and this variety. To me, very similar to a Pinot Grigio but refreshingly different. Light ...

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

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Honey Dijon Kettle Crusted Flounder

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

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Orange Spiced Chicken

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

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Grilled Chicken Fajitas

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Licia Albarino
Winery: Fattoria Licia
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 »

Bodegas As Laxas Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Bodegas As Laxas
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 »

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

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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 »

Condes de Albarei Salneval Albarino
Winery: Salneval
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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Viña Cartín Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Viña Cartín
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas

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Chef's Salad

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Santiago Ruiz Albariño Rías Baixas
Winery: Santiago Ruiz
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Color: White Wines

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Pretty Chicken Marinade

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

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Caribbean Chicken Recipe | Taste of Home Recipes

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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

  • 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...

  • sucesores de benito santos s.l.

    we are one of the oldest wineries in rias baixas. Benito santos fue uno de los founding fatehrs o...

  • Pazo San Mauro

    The winery Pazo San Mauro, located in the Denominación de Origen Rias Baixas, was acquired in 200...

  • Bodegas Valdesil

    The dream of a visionary winegrower has come to fruition, thanks to the commitment and enthusiasm...

  • Adegas Valmiñor

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

  • Adega Valdés

    Adega Valdés is the reflection of the vocation and labour of the Valdés family, which has owned 2...

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Galicia on Snooth

  • Pazo Casanova Ribeiro Maxima 2005

    June 2006

    Pazo Casanova Ribeiro Maxima 2005

    Snoothrank:

    Treixadura Light cream notes with nuts and smokey minerals on the nose. In the mouth it has a good acidity with some citrus, and a medium body. Creamy pineapple flavors on the finish. I hoped for more from this wine. 3/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Vitivinícola Do Ribeiro Treixadura Ribeiro Tostado de Costeira NV

    June 2006

    Vitivinícola Do Ribeiro Treixadura Ribeiro Tostado de Costeira NV

    Snoothrank:

    Rich golden color. The nose shows amond, honey and caramel notes. Rich and sweet in the mouth with a high acidity that balances it well. Intense flavors of wood, almonds, and honey. Very interesting and fun to drink. 4/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Bodegas del Palacio de Fefiñanes Albariño Rías Baixas 2004

    April 2006

    Bodegas del Palacio de Fefiñanes Albariño Rías Baixas 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Aged five months in French and American Oak. Crisp and clear golden in color. Creamy rich nose with fresh fruit, peach and lime. High acidty but a bit hollow. Nice flavors of lime, and some honey dew melon. really impressed by the use of oak. It gives the wine a creaminess without the loss of fruit for wood flavors. 3/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Albariño de Fefiñanes III Año 2005

    April 2006

    Albariño de Fefiñanes III Año 2005

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    Light gold/green in color. Bright fruit, with light peach and lime notes. Just bottled and thus has a slight sparkle in the mouth and it needs a bit of time to calm down. Flavors of melon, lime, make this wine a fresh fun wine to drink. 3.5/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Bodegas Rafael Palacios Godello Valdeorras As Sortes 2004

    April 2006

    Bodegas Rafael Palacios Godello Valdeorras As Sortes 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Light gold in color. The nose is a mushroomy oak palate with nuances of pineapple overlaid. Medium acidity and creamy in the mouth. The body is medium to big with a creamy richness throughout. The palate has some of the pineapple of the nose with a creamy peach custard like flavor. Great wine from a grape unknown outside of Spain. 4/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Adegas Galegas S.L. Albariño Rías Baixas Don Pedro de Soutomaior Macerado En Neve Carbonica 2005

    December 2005

    Adegas Galegas S.L. Albariño Rías Baixas Don Pedro de Soutomaior Macerado En Neve Carbonica 2005

    Snoothrank:

    Very clear with a nose of citrus and flowers. Bone dry in the mouth with a high acidity. The palate reminds me of Harrelson apples I used to pick as a child in Minnesota, followed by citrus, and fresh peach flesh. Crisp and refreshing, really a fun wine. 4/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Adega Mondelo Ribeira Sacra Porvide Men Ia 2004

    December 2005

    Adega Mondelo Ribeira Sacra Porvide Men Ia 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Dark reddish color. Nose shows raspberry, black pepper, wet earth, and gingerbread. Medium acid and firm tannins fill the mouth. In the mouth dark earth, pepper and rich fruit all mingle. Really a nice example of the power this grape has. 3/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Adega Mondelo Ribeira Sacra Porvide Blanco 2004

    December 2005

    Adega Mondelo Ribeira Sacra Porvide Blanco 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Light golden in color. The nose is candy like with creamy fruit and daisey like floral notes. Overall very dry with a medium acidity that keeps it fresh. Primary flavors are of golden apple with some floral hints thrown in. Tasty though not really enough body to make it interesting. 2.5/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Viña Cartín Rías Baixas Terras de Lantaño 2004

    December 2005

    Viña Cartín Rías Baixas Terras de Lantaño 2004

    Snoothrank:

    Nice fruit driven nose with hints of lime and flowers. Medium acidity and a bit austere. Flavors of lime, lemon, and floral notes throughout. Perfect for light summer fare. 3/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


  • Viña Magnavia Ribeiro 2004

    November 2005

    Viña Magnavia Ribeiro 2004

    Snoothrank:

    20% Treixadura, 40% Torrontés, 20% Loureira, 20% Godello Very clear light gold color. Nose shows fresh lime, and other citrus fruits. The palate is medium weight with a medium acidity. Flavors are clean and showpear and lime though overall it is quite delicate. 3/5 [NR] Read More

    Wine review by ryanopaz


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