Wines made from Castelao grapes
Discover the best wines made with Castelao as a single variety or as a blend .
More informations about the variety Castelao
Structured, fruity reds with a deep ruby colour, supple to firm tannins and charming palate, showing signature aromas of raspberry, plum, cherry, gentle spices and balsamic notes. Charming Portuguese profile for early or short-aged drinking. Grown in the Setúbal Peninsula, Alentejo, Ribatejo and Lisbon region, contributing to many Portuguese blends. Native Portuguese black variety, also known as periquita, one of the most widely planted in Portugal.
What are the typical flavors of the Castelao grape variety?
- EarthPresent in 3% of Castelao
- Red fruitPresent in 3% of Castelao
- CitrusPresent in 2% of Castelao
- MineralityPresent in 2% of Castelao
- StrawberriesPresent in 2% of Castelao
- CranberryPresent in 2% of Castelao
- MelonPresent in 2% of Castelao
- Tree fruitPresent in 2% of Castelao
- Citrus fruitPresent in 2% of Castelao
- Non oakPresent in 2% of Castelao
- OakPresent in 2% of Castelao
- SpicesPresent in 2% of Castelao
- Black fruitPresent in 2% of Castelao
- Green applePresent in 1% of Castelao
- Fresh strawberriesPresent in 1% of Castelao
- CreamPresent in 1% of Castelao
- CherryPresent in 1% of Castelao
- GrapefruitPresent in 1% of Castelao
- OakyPresent in 1% of Castelao
- SmokePresent in 1% of Castelao