Cabernet Sauvignon
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2029
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Roasted lamb, grilled ribeye steak, aged hard cheeses
✨ Technical Specifications
Hailing from the historic Peninsula de Setúbal, Bacalhôa's Cabernet Sauvignon is deeply tied to the pioneering spirit of the estate, which introduced this classic French variety to Portuguese soils in the 1970s. Grown on the clay-limestone slopes of the Arrábida hills, the vines benefit from a unique microclimate tempered by cool Atlantic breezes. This terroir imparts a distinctive mineral edge and structured elegance to the wine. Historically, the estate itself dates back to the 15th century, once serving as a royal leisure estate, and this sense of heritage is reflected in the wine's classic, age-worthy profile, which is traditionally matured in French oak barrels to develop complex notes of dark berries, cedar, and spice.
🍾 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
Cabernet Sauvignon