Home » Regions » Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas

Rías Baixas Wine

Rías Baixas Image

 

This region lies along the Atlantic coastline in Galicia, in the northwest part of Spain. The ocean brings a cool microclimate with lots of wet weather, yielding lush, green fields. 
 
It is known for producing Albariño, which is a dry, refreshing white wine with citrus and white stone fruit flavors, with a long, delightful floral finish. Some of these wines also have a light effervescence. The flavors are very versatile and can be paired with many Asian cuisines including sushi, as well as plenty of seafood and shellfish preparations, can take on a pesto, plus soups such as white gazpacho, cauliflower and even butternut squash. 
 
Rías Baixas is divided into five subzones:
 
*Val do Salnes: the coolest area just touching the coastline. Known for producing some of the best wines of the region on gradual slopes and valley floors of the Umia river.
*Condado do Tea: the area farthest from the Atlantic with higher temperatures, producing quality Read more »

View more Articles »

Paco & Lola Albarino Rias Baixas (2010)

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

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.

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns (2010)

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

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 ...

Santiago Ruiz Albariño Rías Baixas (2010)

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

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!

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

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

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.

Bodegas Eidosela Albarino Spain Galicia Rias Baixas (2010)

Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
View wine »

InWineTruth

Clear, straw hue with abundant aromas of dried apricot stones, green apples and citrus; presenting tangy notes of preserved lemon, pippin apples and minerals carried with sharp acidity, over a focused and refreshingly long finish. Wonderful with marina...

Campus Stella Albariño Rías Baixas (2007)

Winery: Campus Stella
Region: Spain » Galicia » Rías Baixas
Varietal: Albariño
Type: Table Wines
View wine »

Eric Guido

At first, strong scent of lemon and grapefruit followed by honeysuckle, nutmeg and cut grass. A full bodies white with lime and pear on the palate. As you dig deeper you find honey and almonds. The most amazing part about this wine is that the bottl...

Paco & Lola Albarino Rias Baixas (2010)

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

Nicki Gig

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

Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas Burgáns (2007)

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

r sprezzatura

Very nice light gold-yellow color. The aromas are of apricot and ripe apple, with a hint of almonds. It is a balanced, medium-bodied wine with enough acidity to provide interest and a touch of sweetness on the finish.

Santiago Ruiz Albariño Rías Baixas (2009)

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

Nicki Gig

peach and citrus aromatics, a little spritz-like on the palate, some white balsamic, has a kick to it, quite unique compared to other albarino's I've tasted

Paco & Lola Albarino Rias Baixas (2010)

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

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.

View more Reviews »

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

View wine »

Grilled Tandoori-Style Chicken Drumsticks

Read more »

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

View wine »

Honey Dijon Kettle Crusted Flounder

Read more »

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

View wine »

Orange Spiced Chicken

Read more »

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

View wine »

Grilled Chicken Fajitas

Read more »

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

View wine »

Bucatini all'Amatriciana

Read more »

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

View wine »

Fusilli with Roasted Eggplant and Goat Cheese

Read more »

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

View wine »

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 »

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

View wine »

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 »

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

View wine »

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
Color: White Wines

View wine »

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

Read more »

View more Recipes »
View more Top Lists »

View More

Popular wines made in Rías Baixas under $20

Find local availability for these wines:Submit
Buy Rías Baixas wines »

Varietals Produced in Rías Baixas View all

  • Pedro Ximénez

    Ximénez, Jimenez, Ximénès, Pedro, Pedro Giménez, Pedro Jimenez, Pedro Khimenes, Pedro Ximénès, Pedro Ximenes De Jerez...

  • Tinto Cão

  • Godello

  • Syrah

    The irony here is that Syrah’s origins could give Carmen Sandiego a run for her international wallet. Syrah’s deepest...

Popular Wineries in Rías Baixas View all

  • Pazo San Mauro

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

  • Adega Valdés

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

  • Lagar de Costa

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

  • Adega Condes de Albarei

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

  • Pazo Pondal

    A perfect expression of the most character-full and classy, Spanish white wines, it flaunts its y...

  • Bodegas Castro Martin

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

People getting updates on Rías Baixas Wines

Page 1 of 42

Rías Baixas on Snooth

  • Terras Gauda O Rosal 2011

    June 2013

    Terras Gauda O Rosal 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Terras Gauda is a good wine but one which does not quite justify its price. You can talk to many Gallegos who will tell you that once this bodega got pretty big the quality of the wine started to suffer. It's still a good wine but one that is more at home in the 13-15 dollar range. Read More

    Wine review by wke3


  • Bodegas Terras de Lantano Albarino Vina Cartin Rias Baixas NV

    June 2013

    Bodegas Terras de Lantano Albarino Vina Cartin Rias Baixas NV

    Snoothrank:

    Do yourself a favor and try this under appreciated Albarinho wine from Galicia. It is one of the best Galician whites at this price level. Has had a higher rating than Terras Gaudas at half the price. Read More

    Wine review by wke3


  • Albarino Pazo Senorans 2011

    May 2013

    Albarino Pazo Senorans 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Not much in the way of aromas, although, son-of-a-gun, there is a mint thing happening. Very pleaant on the palate. Initial sensation is crisp and refreshing. Noticealbe apple flavor--Granny Smith to be specific. Apple note comes with pleasant acid structure, US$17.99 at Total WIne Read More

    Wine review by EMark


  • Mar de Frades Albariño Rías Baixas 2009

    May 2013

    Mar de Frades Albariño Rías Baixas 2009

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by clarioss


  • Albarino Estylo Puro 2011

    May 2013

    Albarino Estylo Puro 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Pale yellow colour with very slight green tinge. A complex yet subtle nose (floral - not really perfume but more sweet grass/wildflower/chamomile tea, honey, stonefruit, and just a hint of salty/sharp minerality. Really intense and complex on the palate, which was a nice surprise. No oak and complex fruit ranging from crisp apple to sweet stonef... Read More

    Wine review by JenniferT


  • Vionta Albariño Rías Baixas 2001

    May 2013

    Vionta Albariño Rías Baixas 2001

    Snoothrank:

    Excellent flavor balance with black paella! Read More

    Wine review by Pakeshi


  • La Cana Albarino 2011

    March 2013

    La Cana Albarino 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Bright but pith. Clean tasting but has roundness. Would buy again. Read More

    Wine review by halamak


  • Val Do Sosego Albariño Rías Baixas 2010

    March 2013

    Val Do Sosego Albariño Rías Baixas 2010

    Snoothrank:

    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. Read More

    Wine review by vin0vin0


  • Bodega Castro Martin Family Estate Selection 'Sobre Lias' 2011

    March 2013

    Bodega Castro Martin Family Estate Selection 'Sobre Lias' 2011

    Snoothrank:

    Rich balanced aroma with pears, celery seed, pineapple, and hazelnut. The body is tart and strong on the fore-palate, with a buttery and high-mineral finish. Read More

    Wine review by Chris Carpita


  • Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas 2008

    February 2013

    Martín Códax Albariño Rías Baixas 2008

    Snoothrank:

    No written review

    Wine review by vilorio6


  • Jun 2, 2010

    New image uploaded to this page.

    Page modification by 246701patelcp 246701 patelcp


1 2 3 4 5  ...  42 next




View larger map



Best Wine Deals

  • $32.29
    27%off
    Il Molino di Grace Chianti Classico Riserva
    Il Molino di Grace Chianti Classico Riserva 2005
  • $22.19
    26%off
    Clos Pegase Chardonnay Carneros Pegase Circle Reserve Mitsuko's Vineyard
    Clos Pegase Chardonnay Carneros Pegase Circle Reserve Mitsuko's Vineyard 2010
See More Deals »

Community Activity


Recent Forum PostsView all


Rías Baixas wine ratings and reviews