Wines made from Verdelho grapes of Península de Setúbal
Discover the best wines made with Verdelho as a single variety or as a blend of Península de Setúbal.
More informations about the variety Verdelho
The white Verdelho is a grape variety that originated in Portugal. It produces a variety of grape specially used for the elaboration of wine. It is rare to find this grape to eat on our tables. This variety of grape is characterized by small bunches, and grapes of medium size. The white Verdelho can be found cultivated in these vineyards: Languedoc & Roussillon, Rhone Valley, South West.
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 Verdelho grape variety?
- Tree fruitPresent in 13% of Verdelho
- EarthPresent in 12% of Verdelho
- Citrus fruitPresent in 10% of Verdelho
- Tropical fruitPresent in 10% of Verdelho
- OakPresent in 9% of Verdelho
- MicrobioPresent in 8% of Verdelho
- Non oakPresent in 6% of Verdelho
- VegetalPresent in 6% of Verdelho
- Black fruitPresent in 4% of Verdelho
- Red fruitPresent in 4% of Verdelho
- SpicesPresent in 4% of Verdelho
- TropicalPresent in 3% of Verdelho
- CitrusPresent in 3% of Verdelho
- FloralPresent in 3% of Verdelho
- PineapplePresent in 2% of Verdelho
- CherryPresent in 2% of Verdelho
- Dried fruitPresent in 2% of Verdelho
- OakyPresent in 2% of Verdelho
- PearPresent in 2% of Verdelho
- LemonPresent in 2% of Verdelho
News about the grape variety Verdelho
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