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Winery | Casa Ermelinda Freitas |
|---|---|
Grapes | Sauvignon Blanc, Verdelho |
Region | Península de Setúbal |
Wine style | Southern Portugal White |
Alcohol content | 13.5% |
Allergens | Contains sulfites |
Wine description | It has a green-tinted white wine with an intense aroma, notes of tropical fruit and a floral touch that integrates well with the woodiness. Elegant and refreshing on the palate, with good acidity. A pleasant, long-lasting final note. |
Southern Portugal is far better known for its reds than its whites, but that doesn't mean that there aren't great bottles to be found. The dryer, hotter climate makes yielding precious acidic wine more challenging than it would be in the north.
The fabulous coastal region of Alentejo produces some excellent wine from the Antão Vaz grape, which is known for being acidic, zesty and tropical fruit-h...
