The best Setubal wines

Situated southeast of Lisbon, across the Tejo estuary, also known as Península de Setúbal, has vineyards for over two millennia. The Setubal dessert wine, created from Moscatel and Moscatel Roxo grapes, is one of the world's oldest and most renowned wines. Muscat of Setubal is a high-quality fortified wine, especially when matured in wood barrels for several years. The microclimates of the region have proven perfect for developing renowned types such as the white Moscatel de Setubal and the red Castelo.

The Setúbal Peninsula boasts a thriving assortment of grapes. From indigenous varieties like Arinto, Fernão Pires, Roupeiro to international classics like Sauvignon Blanc. Also an array of blue grapes including Touriga Nacional, Aragonez, Syrah, and Cabernet Sauvignon.

The Setúbal region encompasses a diverse range, spanning from sandy coastal plains to the rugged, limestone-infused Serra da Arrábida hills. This unique blend of diverse climates, soils, and grape varietals creates esteemed, harmoniously balanced, and refined wines of international class.

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The classifications of Setubal wines

The wines produced in this area fall under three titles: two DOCs—Palmela and Setúbal—and one IGP, formerly known as VR Terras, do Sado and renamed "Peninsula de Setúbal" since 2008. The Sado River, a significant waterway flowing from the Caldeirão hills northward to Setúbal city, delineates this peninsula.

The Setúbal region holds the DOC Setúbal appellation within the Terras do Sado wine-growing area, positioned 40 kilometres south of Lisbon. Nestled along the Sado River and against the Arrábida hills, this DOC is also known as Moscatel de Setúbal, specifically designated for dessert wines (which are distinct from other wines labelled Vinho Regional Terras do Sado).

Both DOC titles, Palmela and Setúbal, cover the region's expanse but signify different wine styles.



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