The Hidden Gems of Galician Wines
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Which region is the most easterly of the Galician DOs?

  • Ribeira Sacra
  • Monterrei DO
  • Portugal
  • Valdeorras DO (correct)

What is the average annual rainfall in Valdeorras DO?

  • 500 mm
  • 1,200 mm
  • 700-1,000 mm (correct)
  • 300 mm

At what altitudes are the vineyards planted in Valdeorras DO?

  • 300 m (correct)
  • 200 m
  • 400 m
  • 100 m

Which grape variety is Valdeorras DO renowned for?

<p>Godello (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the typical characteristics of Godello wines from Valdeorras DO?

<p>Citrus and stone fruit flavors (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which black variety is the most important in Valdeorras DO?

<p>Mencía (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Where is Monterrei DO located?

<p>On the border of Portugal (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the climate like in Monterrei DO?

<p>Continental (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the main black variety used in Monterrei DO?

<p>Mencía (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of wine is Monterrei DO starting to make?

<p>White wine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region in Galicia has a maritime climate with temperate conditions and high rainfall?

<p>Ribeiro DO (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is the most planted in Ribeiro DO?

<p>Treixadura (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which DO in Galicia follows the valley of the River Miño northwards and of the River Sil eastwards?

<p>Ribeira Sacra DO (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is most important for red wines in Ribeira Sacra DO?

<p>Mencía (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region in Galicia has a range of local grape varieties, including Godello and Mencía, recognized on export markets?

<p>Rías Baixas (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which region in Galicia has a less temperate climate with warmer summers and less rainfall than Rías Baixas?

<p>Ribeira Sacra DO (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which DO in Galicia is situated just to the east of southern Rías Baixas?

<p>Ribeiro DO (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which grape variety is most recognized on export markets in Galicia?

<p>Mencía (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which DO in Galicia produces mainly white wines?

<p>Ribeiro DO (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which DO in Galicia has vineyards situated on very precipitous and deep valley sides at various altitudes and aspects?

<p>Ribeira Sacra DO (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers
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