Page 119 -

12th century when the Portico de la Gloria Ribeira Sacra is the youngest of these varieties such as godello, treixadura or
and the crypt were added. Free afternoon. areas, having achieved recognition in dona blanca for the production of white
1997. Its microclimate, protected by wine and mencía, merenzao or araúxa
DAY 6: SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELA the rivers Miño and Sil, together with its grapes for red wine are grown in this area.
- RIBEIRO - VALDEORRAS - RIBEIRA southern orientation, favors the necessary We will visit some wineries and taste their
SACRA - OURENSE (379km, 5,5 hrs) ripening of its grapes, in this case with wines.
Departure to the appellations of origin of a higher production of red wines than Continuation to Guimaraes, historical
Ribeiro, Valdeorras and Ribeira Sacra. white wines. Arrival in Ourense and city of Portugal recognized by UNESCO
We will visit wineries, where we will be accommodation. as a World Heritage Site in 2001. Its
explained their different wines and methods historic center is a great witness of the
and we will be able to taste them. DAY 7: OURENSE - MONTERREI passage from a medieval city to a modern
Ribeiro is the oldest denomination of - GUIMARAES - OPORTO (260km, 3 hrs) city. Highlights include the 15th century
origin in Galicia. The area is influenced by Visit Ourense, known for its thermal springs Palace of the Dukes of Bragança and
the Mediterranean and Atlantic climates, at 60 and 80 degrees and its monuments the 9th century Guimaraes Castle. Free
achieving a unique climate that favors a such as the 12th century cathedral, where time to enjoy the city. Arrival in Porto and
slower than usual ripening process. the Pórtico de la Gloria stands out; the accommodation.
Valdeorras obtained its denomination of Puente Mayor across the Miño river or the
origin in 1945. Located on the banks of the Cloister of San Francisco. DAY 8: PORTO
Sil river, it offers slate soils at an average Departure to Monterrei. This denomination Breakfast at the hotel and transfer to the
altitude of 500 meters above sea level. Its of origin dates back to Roman times, airport.
production is divided into white and red being in the Middle Ages when it lays the
wines, the former being the predominant. foundations of its cultivation. Grapes of

www.travelvas.com 119