Vidigueira

Vidigueira is a wine subregion located in the southern part of Alentejo in Portugal, distinguished by its unique microclimate created by the Serra do Mendro mountain range which shields it from northern winds, resulting in warmer temperatures suitable for viticulture. The terroir features mostly granite and schist soils, with the primary grape varieties including Antão Vaz, Arinto, and Perrum for whites and Aragonez (Tempranillo), Trincadeira, and Alicante Bouschet for reds. Vidigueira is particularly renowned for its aromatic, well-balanced white wines that express fresh tropical fruit notes, though it also produces full-bodied red wines with good aging potential.