Top 100 wines of Alenquer
Discover the top 100 best wines of Alenquer of Alenquer as well as the best winemakers in the region. Explore the varietals of the wines that are popular of Alenquer and the best vintages to taste in this region.
Discovering the wine region of Alenquer
DOC in the Lisboa region (most continental sub-region, 50 km from the Atlantic), sheltered by the Serra de Montejunto, temperate climate with dry summers. Touriga Nacional, Aragonez and Castelão signature reds: rich and spiced with black cherry, blackberry, plum, pepper, garrigue and balsamic hints, ripe tannins — one of Lisboa's finest red terroirs. Cabernet, Syrah and Merlot complement. Lively Arinto, aromatic Fernão Pires and Vital in whites.
Discover the grape variety: Alfrocheiro Preto
Structured, intensely colored reds with a deep dark ruby robe, firm tannins and a dense palate, with signature aromas of black fruits (blackberry, blackcurrant), plum, black cherry and soft spices. Adds color and fruit to blends with Touriga Nacional and Tinta Roriz. Essential component of the great reds of Dão DOC, also present in Alentejo DOC and Bairrada DOC. Indigenous Portuguese black variety from Dão.
