Alianca Reserva Branco
⏳ Drinking Window
2021 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled sea bass, traditional Portuguese salted cod, or fresh goat cheese.
✨ Technical Specifications
Caves Alianca, founded in 1927 and later integrated into the Bacalhoa portfolio, is a historic pillar of the Bairrada region. The Alianca Reserva Branco is a classic expression of Bairrada's unique maritime terroir, where clay-limestone soils and cool Atlantic breezes shape the grapes. This white wine is crafted using traditional indigenous Portuguese varieties, fermented in temperature-controlled stainless steel tanks to preserve its bright, fresh, and mineral-driven profile. The heritage of Bairrada winemaking is defined by these crisp, high-acidity whites that have long been celebrated for their food-friendly nature and coastal soul.
🍾 About the Producer
Founded in 1922 under the name João Pires & Filhos and later transformed into Bacalhôa Vinhos de Portugal, this illustrious estate is headquartered in Vila Nogueira de Azeitão on the Península de Setúbal. Owned by the Berardo family, the company has expanded across Portugal's premier wine-growing regions, including the Douro, Dão, Bairrada, and Alentejo, seamlessly integrating historic heritage with cutting-edge viticulture and extensive art collections. Bacalhôa is celebrated for its pioneering spirit, notably introducing landmark varietal bottlings and producing revered classics such as the legendary Quinta da Bacalhôa Cabernet Sauvignon and centuries-old traditions of fortified Moscatel de Setúbal. Their comprehensive portfolio spans exceptional dry reds, whites, rosés, and historic fortified wines that capture the authentic terroir and elegance of Portugal.
🍇 Grape Varieties
Bical, Maria Gomes, Arinto
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5%