Cambados
25/May/2007 14:36 Filed in: Ria de Arosa
First up was a visit to the local library. Most libraries in Galicia have broadband internet access for all (European Union Regional Fund) where one can log on using their machines or ones own. One username /password is valid throughout Galicia.
Today I was able to visit one of the local Albariño wine producers. Fefiñanes. They have been winemakers since 1907 but the Palacio de Fifiñanes where the wine is bottled was built in the 17th century. Their website has the complete history and details of the wines, of which I bought a mixed case. They require groups of minimum 10 for a full tour but I was able to have a look araound and sample the product.
Winery courtyard.
Product samples.
Cellar
Antique labelling machine. Now they use a very clever Italian machine which bottles, corks and labels the wine.
Pontoons at Cambados which are not shown in any guide. They have been in place for at least 2 years.
Back on board I got a call from Chris, a friend from Cheltenham, who is holidaying on Isla de Toxa. He and Carrie dropped by the boat for a quick visit and we agreed to meet tomorrow.
Today I was able to visit one of the local Albariño wine producers. Fefiñanes. They have been winemakers since 1907 but the Palacio de Fifiñanes where the wine is bottled was built in the 17th century. Their website has the complete history and details of the wines, of which I bought a mixed case. They require groups of minimum 10 for a full tour but I was able to have a look araound and sample the product.
Winery courtyard.
Product samples.
Cellar
Antique labelling machine. Now they use a very clever Italian machine which bottles, corks and labels the wine.
Pontoons at Cambados which are not shown in any guide. They have been in place for at least 2 years.
Back on board I got a call from Chris, a friend from Cheltenham, who is holidaying on Isla de Toxa. He and Carrie dropped by the boat for a quick visit and we agreed to meet tomorrow.