Green Spain-Nellites Flashcards
(17 cards)
Climate of Green Spain?
Maritime near coast and continental moving inland, cooler than the rest of Spain.
Geographical element of Ribeira Sacra?
Steep Slopes
What does Rias Baixas mean?
Low Estuaries
What is the most influential river to Green Spain?
The Miño River (in Portuguese The Minho River)
Most notable soil type in Green Spain?
Granite
Grape-growing in Green Spain?
High canopy trellising because of humidity.
Grape Growing in Rebiera Sacra?
Terraced Vineyards
White wine grapes of Green Spain?
-Albariño
-Godello
Red grapes of Green Spain?
Mencia
Alabariño requirement in Rias Baixas?
100% Albariño required
Grapes allowed for the Ribeira Sacra DO?
-White Wines: Albariño, Godello
-Red Wines: Mencía
Grapes allowed in the Valdeorras DO?
-White Wines: Godello
-Red Wines: Mencía
Style of Green Spain wine?
Dry, crisp white wines and light red wines.
Fresh and neutral Godello in Valdeorras; Mencía, Godello, and Albariño in Ribeira Sacra.
Pazo Señorans
-One of the best Albariño producers in the world
-Philosophy includes same style of wine with varying amount of time on lees
-Located in a 16th Century Manor that was converted into a winery in 1989
Granbazán
-One of the first to use clean juice, cool fermentation, and age Albariño in French oak.
-Pioneers of quality who invested in Enologist’s and modern production techniques
-First winery to receive the Fair n Green cert for sustainability
-Founded in 1981
Lagar de Cervera
-One of the largest Abariño producers
-Unique Microclimate that aids in early ripening
-Deep Granite soils considered ideal for Albariño
-Founded in 1988
What to pair with Albariño from Green Spain?
Due to its location, crisp acidity, and delicate flavor profile, Albariño is a classic match for simply prepared shellfish and bivalves.
