Antão Vaz is the main white grape variety in Alentejo, as it adapts perfectly to the hot, sunny climate of the plains in this region in southern Portugal.
The profile of the wines it produces varies depending on the ripeness of the grapes at the time of harvest. When harvested earlier, it produces wines with a vibrant aroma and firm acidity. When harvested a little later, they have exuberant aromas, with notes of ripe tropical fruit, tangerine peel and mineral hints. It is almost always associated with barrel ageing, which gives it a high structure and density on the palate.
Widely used in traditional Alentejo blends with Roupeiro and Arinto, today we focus all our attention on single varietals, and we have even made a selection of our favourites.
Antão Vaz da Malhadinha – Vinha da Peceguina 2024 is delicate on the nose, with a very clean and captivating aromatic profile with notes of stone fruit and a slight minerality. On the palate, it is fresh and fruity, full-bodied and rich in structure, supported by good acidity, resulting in a balanced and seductive wine. A wine not to be missed!
Explicit, on the other hand, was fermented in old barrels. It reveals a beautiful subtlety of aroma, citrus and vegetal, with the complexity that prolonged ageing has offered, a touch of antique furniture, immense character. Surprising freshness on the palate, orange and lemon, still young, vibrant, broad, defined, precise, a beautiful wine.
Don't miss our suggestions today and get to know the queen grape variety of the Alentejo at the highest level.
