Alabastro Branco
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Typically best enjoyed within 1–3 years from the vintage release to appreciate its fresh fruit character and crisp acidity.
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Grilled sea bass, seafood rice, fresh goat cheese
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Alabastro Branco is a vibrant expression of the Alentejo region, crafted by the historic Bacalhôa estate. The wine's name, 'Alabastro' (Alabaster), evokes the smooth, luminous, and fine-textured nature of the mineral stone, mirroring the wine's bright clarity and elegant structure. Sourced from selected vineyards across the sun-drenched plains of Alentejo, where hot days are tempered by cool nights, this white blend captures the essence of traditional Portuguese varieties. To preserve its intense aromatic profile and crisp freshness, the grapes undergo temperature-controlled fermentation in stainless steel vats, avoiding oak contact. The result is a highly approachable, fruit-forward wine that celebrates the rich agricultural heritage and modern winemaking renaissance of southern Portugal.
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Founded in 1922 as Jo o Pires & Filhos, Bacalh a Vinhos de Portugal has grown to become one of the country's most innovative and prestigious wine producers. Now owned by the Jos Berardo family and headquartered in the historic town of Vila Nogueira de Azeit o on the Pen nsula de Set bal, the estate has expanded its footprint across Portugal's premier wine regions, including Alentejo, Douro, Bairrada, D o, and Vinho Verde. Bacalh a is celebrated for its pioneering spirit, notably introducing international varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon to create the iconic Quinta da Bacalh a Tinto, alongside its legendary, richly aged Moscatel de Set bal and terroir-driven Alentejo blends like Quinta do Carmo. Headquartered at Estrada Nacional 10, 2925-901 Vila Nogueira de Azeit o, Portugal, the estate's official website is https://www.bacalhoa.pt.