JP Azeitao Branco
⏳ Drinking Window
2022 - 2025
🍽️ Food & Wine Pairings
Grilled fish, seafood pasta, fresh summer salads
✨ Technical Specifications
JP Azeitão Branco is a modern classic from the Península de Setúbal, capturing the vibrant and sun-drenched spirit of southern Portugal. First introduced to showcase a highly accessible, aromatic style, this wine pays homage to the historic João Pires heritage. It is crafted from vineyards planted in the region's diverse soils, ranging from the sandy plains to the clay-limestone slopes of the Arrábida hills. The cooling maritime breezes from the Atlantic Ocean temper the warm Mediterranean climate, allowing the grapes to retain their natural acidity. Vinified entirely in temperature-controlled stainless steel vats, the winemaking process is designed to preserve the intense primary fruit and floral aromas, resulting in a remarkably fresh, light, and easy-drinking white wine that has become a staple of Portuguese tables.
🍾 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
Fernão Pires, Moscatel Graúdo
🍷 Alcohol By Volume (ABV)
12.5-13%