Wines made from Albarino grapes of Península de Setúbal

Discover the best wines made with Albarino as a single variety or as a blend of Península de Setúbal.

Wine made from Albarino grape variety>Portugal >Península de Setúbal
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2Winery José Maria da Fonseca - BSE Branco Seco EspecialBSE Branco Seco EspecialWinery José Maria da FonsecaNote - 1Note - 1Note - 1Note - 0.5Note - 0

More informations about the variety Albarino

It is a Spanish variety, in Galicia to be precise, with its cradle in the Rias Baixas area, around Pontevedra and up to Orense. It would be a close relative of the Loureiro. Widely cultivated in Portugal, ... in France, it is registered in the Official Catalogue of wine grape varieties, list A1.

More informations about the region of Península de Setúbal

Setúbal Peninsula (also known as Península de Setúbal) is the Portuguese wine region immediately southeast of Lisbon, across the Tejo estuary. The Terroir in the area ranges from sandy coastal plains to the craggy, limestone-rich Serra Arribida hills. The area is known for its Dry red wines made from Castelão, and for its fortified wines and Sweet Moscatel de Setúbal. The wines produced here are made under three titles: two DOCs, Palmela and Setúbal, and one IGP.

What are the typical flavors of the Albarino grape variety?

  • OakyPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • EarthPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • HoneyPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • MineralityPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • TropicalPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • CitrusPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • PeachPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • ApplesPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • LemonPresent in 2% of Albarino
  • VanillaPresent in 1% of Albarino