News & Updates

Albariño Took Over Miami — RÍAS BAIXAS ❤️ EMPANADAS

A journey from Miami kitchens to Rías Baixas harvests—ending with the ultimate holiday wine pairing. Rías Baixas hosted an exclusive trade and media evening on November 10th with Wine Director Amanda Fraga and Vinya Co-Founder Allegra Angelo. Chef Gaston of Amara at Paraiso led a hands-on empanada-making experience paired with a tasting of sparkling and...

Exploring Albariño at the Source — RÍAS BAIXAS Misión Inversa

In September, Rías Baixas welcomed five leading U.S. sommeliers for an immersive Misión Inversa experience. Over several days, the group visited top wineries, met with winemakers, and explored the full expression of Albariño through guided tastings and regional cuisine. Participants also experienced the harvest firsthand—walking the vineyards, tasting Albariño grapes right before pressing, and witnessing...

Albariño Joins the Thanksgiving Table

This season, Albariño from Rias Baixas is earning a place of honor at Thanksgiving celebrations, thanks to its bright acidity, citrus notes, and refreshing minerality. The wine’s versatility makes it an ideal companion for the holiday feast—complementing turkey, stuffing, roasted vegetables, and even notoriously tricky sides like cranberry sauce and sweet potatoes. Sommeliers and wine...

DO Rías Baixas Launches Summer of Albariño with Three-City Roadshow and Winery Tour in Atlanta, Dallas and Houston

The Spanish wine region of DO Rías Baixas is launching Summer of Albariño with a three-city roadshow featuring a record twenty-six wineries. Scheduled for the first week of June, the tour is the first activation of a dynamic Summer of Albariño which also includes campaign participation in the Aspen Food & Wine Classic and TEXSOM....

Resident: Rías Baixas x Resident

A Culinary Journey with Albariño Wines The event featured Albariño wines paired with a bespoke, hyper-local menu crafted by Chef Fox Schanzer, whose culinary expertise from top venues like Gabriel Kreuther. Kevin McGuire, General Manager of La Marchande, served as the host, drawing from his experience and his participation in the 2024 Misión Inversa. Together,...

The Rías Baixas Roadshow Makes Its Debut in Georgia and Houston!

The Rías Baixas Industry Roadshow is coming to Atlanta, Dallas, and Houston, showcasing over 25 participating wineries and more than 75 wines. This event marks the largest gathering of Rías Baixas wines in the U.S., offering an exceptional opportunity to explore the region’s remarkable diversity and quality. Each stop will feature a seminar and walk-around...

Rías Baixas returns to Aspen F&W

For over four decades, the Aspen Food & Wine Classic has been a must-attend event in Colorado, drawing passionate consumers and top industry professionals from across the U.S. This three-day festival, taking place June 20-22, features cooking demonstrations, wine and spirits tastings, and panel discussions led by world-renowned chefs and beverage experts This year, Rías...

2025 TexSom Awards

DO Rías Baixas participated in the 2025 TEXSOM Awards, receiving six awards for the appellation’s wines. The awards aim to elevate the industry, with 1,031 medals awarded across various categories this year, including special recognition for outstanding entries through the Judges’ Selection and Best of Show awards. The event featured 30 expert judges and a...

Albariño Soars: D.O. Rías Baixas Celebrates Record U.S. Growth

Albariño wines from D.O. Rías Baixas are experiencing record growth! As of holiday 2024, sales reached $24.6 million, growing 17% in value and 11% in volume making the US the leading export market. With their crisp acidity, aromatic complexity, and exceptional versatility, Albariño wines continue to win the hearts of sommeliers and consumers alike, cementing...