Wines of Alentejo
The Alentejo Wines, whose vineyards extend over an area of 20,800 ha, on a vast plain in the greater Region of Portugal,
cover the districts of Beja, Évora and Portalegre. Considered the country's granary, the Alentejo is
progressively increasing its vineyards to the detriment of the once ubiquitous cereal culture.
Wines of Alentejo © Vinho do Alentejo
These wines, of "strong aromatic exuberance, round and smooth wines" [1], conquer the tastes of gastronomes of the most diverse
nooks and crannies.
Variety of Breeds
For the production of Alentejo wine, several national varieties are used, as well as varieties from other countries (Cabernet Sauvignon,
for example).
Alentejano and Alentejo Wine DOC
In addition to the well-known Alentejo DOC wine, the IGP (Protected Geographical Indication) Alentejo Wine has gained a lot of space both in terms of production and consumption, and is currently one of the most consumed bottled wines in the country.
Wines of Alentejo © Ari Oliveira
Sub-Regions of Alentejo Wines
The
Alentejo wines come from eight wine-growing sub-regions, namely:
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Borba
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Évora
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Granja/Amareleja
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Moura
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Redondo
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Portalegre
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Reguengos
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Vidigueira