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Galicia

Galicia, located in the northwest corner of Spain, with its lush green landscapes, rolling hills, and mild climate, Galicia has a long history of winemaking, it is now best known for its white wine Rias Baixas. Galicia has a long history of winemaking, dating back to the Roman Empire. The region was known for its high-quality wines, which were exported to other parts of Europe. In the 19th century, Galicia was one of the most important wine regions in Spain, and its wines were highly sought after.

GRAPES & WINE STYLES

Galicia is known for its white wines, which are made from the Albariño, Treixadura, Godello, and Loureiro grapes. The region is also known for its red wines, which are made from the Mencía grape. Red wines are produced only in warmer inland areas – typically light in style and made from Mencia.

NOTABLE PRODUCERS

Galicia is home to some of the country's most renowned wineries, including Bodegas Fillaboa, Bodegas Martin Codax, Bodegas Pazo de Señorans, and Bodegas Terras Gauda. These wineries produce some of the region's most renowned wines, and are known for their high quality and unique styles.

INTERESTING FACT

Galicia is also known as "the region of two thousand rivers".