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Antão Vaz is the true white grape star of Portugal's southern Alentejo region. This drought-resistant variety produces full-bodied, intense wines that surprise with aromas of tropical fruits—pineapple, mango, and peach. It is an ideal choice for those seeking a powerful, textured white wine that can rival the best Chardonnays in the world.
Read moreThis variety is highly versatile and allows winemakers to create drinks with different profiles. The most important thing is to note the vessels in which the wine was aged.
Young Antão Vaz wines fermented in steel tanks stand out with a fresher, pure aroma of tropical fruits and citrus. However, this grape has an exceptional affinity for oak. Antão Vaz wines aged in oak barrels acquire a wonderful creamy texture, with notes of butter, vanilla, and toasted almonds, becoming highly structured and age-worthy.
Thanks to its full body and firm structure, this wine is a fantastic food partner. Oak-aged versions pair ideally with richer dishes: salmon or cod with cream sauce, roasted chicken, turkey, as well as intensely flavored soft cheeses.
The Alentejo region is characterized by extremely hot and dry summers. Under such conditions, most white grapes lose their acidity and overripen, but Antão Vaz has a thick skin and is genetically adapted to withstand the heat. It maintains an excellent balance of sugar and acidity even in the hottest years.
Yes, especially if the wine was aged in oak barrels. While young, fruity wines are best consumed within the first 2–3 years, premium oak-aged Antão Vaz wines can age beautifully in the bottle for 5–7 years, evolving into even more complex honey and nut aromas.
