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Alentejo is one of the largest and most important wine regions in Portugal, covering a vast area of the country’s south and southeast, stretching from the outskirts of Lisbon to the Spanish border. It is a region shaped by a hot, dry climate, open plains, and a slow, maturity-driven rhythm of winemaking.
The region is characterized by hot summers and low rainfall, allowing grapes to reach full phenolic ripeness. Higher elevations, cooler night temperatures, and Atlantic influence in the western zones help preserve acid balance and structural precision, giving the wines not only ripeness but also balance.
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Soils in the region are highly diverse, ranging from granite and schist to clay, limestone, and sand. This geological variety allows different grape varieties to express themselves through place rather than solely through climate-driven ripeness. Alentejo is historically associated with large wine vessels and clay amphorae (talhas), which are once again being embraced as part of the region’s identity.
Alentejo is renowned for its indigenous Portuguese grape varieties, including ‘Alicante Bouschet’, ‘Tempranillo’, ‘Trincadeira’, ‘Antão Vaz’, and ‘Arinto’. Red wines often show ripe fruit, structure, and smooth tannins, while white wines are defined by texture, subtle freshness, and a dry, clean profile.
