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.

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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.

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Wines of Alentejo © Ari Oliveira


Sub-Regions of Alentejo Wines

The Alentejo wines come from eight wine-growing sub-regions, namely:

Borba

Évora

Granja/Amareleja

Moura

Redondo

Portalegre

Reguengos

Vidigueira