Wines made from Periquita grapes of Península de Setúbal
Discover the best wines made with Periquita as a single variety or as a blend of Península de Setúbal.
More informations about the variety Periquita
This variety is widely cultivated in Portugal, and is also found in Spain and Argentina. It is virtually unknown in France.
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 Periquita grape variety?
- Black fruitPresent in 3% of Periquita
- OakPresent in 3% of Periquita
- CherryPresent in 2% of Periquita
- CedarPresent in 2% of Periquita
- ChocolatePresent in 2% of Periquita
- CassisPresent in 2% of Periquita
- OakyPresent in 2% of Periquita
- CinnamonPresent in 2% of Periquita
- CheesePresent in 2% of Periquita
- Dark fruitPresent in 2% of Periquita
- EarthPresent in 2% of Periquita
- Non oakPresent in 2% of Periquita
- Black fruitsPresent in 2% of Periquita
- MicrobioPresent in 2% of Periquita
- VegetalPresent in 2% of Periquita
- SpicesPresent in 2% of Periquita
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Periquita
- FloralPresent in 2% of Periquita
- Dried fruitPresent in 2% of Periquita
- Black currantPresent in 2% of Periquita
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