Wines made from Tannat grapes of Península de Setúbal
Discover the best wines made with Tannat as a single variety or as a blend of Península de Setúbal.
More informations about the variety Tannat
Tannat is a red grape variety from Béarn which belongs to the cotoïdes family. Present in several vineyards of France, it occupies nearly 3,000 ha. Its leaves are reddish with tan patches. Its bunches are either of normal size or larger. Its berries have a thin skin and are rounded. Its foliage has a swarthy appearance. This variety must be pruned long because it is vigorous. It likes sandy and gravelly soils. Tannat is often exposed to leafhoppers and mites. It is also somewhat susceptible to grey rot. It has 11 approved clones, including 474, 717 and 794. Once mature, this variety produces acidic, fruity, tannic, acidic and full-bodied wines. Various aromas emerge, notably tobacco, cinnamon and exotic wood. Tannat is rarely used alone. It is combined with iron-servadou to obtain a fruitier taste or with cabernet sauvignon to be more rounded.
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 Tannat grape variety?
- OakPresent in 3% of Tannat
- SpicesPresent in 3% of Tannat
- Black fruitPresent in 3% of Tannat
- EarthPresent in 2% of Tannat
- Non oakPresent in 2% of Tannat
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Tannat
- VegetalPresent in 1% of Tannat
- Citrus fruitPresent in 1% of Tannat
- FloralPresent in 1% of Tannat
- Dried fruitPresent in 1% of Tannat