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Palmela

Palmela is a Castelão-led red-wine area within Península de Setúbal. Its still reds are aromatic and structured, with young wines showing cherry, gooseberry and raspberry aromas.

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Palmela, Península de Setúbal
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Castelão is the main grape in Palmela's still red wines, which must contain at least 67% of the grape. In the area's warm, loose sandy soils, it can develop complexity and depth. Palmela's reds are aromatic and structured, and can age; young examples may show cherry, gooseberry and raspberry aromas. Palmela is a protected wine name with Protected Designation of Origin status. Its hills belong to a mountainous vineyard area that also includes Arrábida, São Luís, Rasca, Barris, São Francisco and Azeitão.

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