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Setúbal Sub-Regions

Península de Setúbal

The Setúbal Peninsula south of Lisbon, with two main wine areas: Palmela on the flatter sandy plains, known for Castelão-led reds, and Arrábida on the limestone slopes of the Arrábida range, increasingly cited for serious modern blends. Plus the historic Moscatel de Setúbal sweet-wine tradition.

The wines of Setúbal Sub-Regions are made primarily from Castelão, Fernão Pires, Moscato and other Península de Setúbal varieties.

0–311 m

Elevation range

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Wine styles

2 Appellations

Avg. slope 2.9°

Vineyard Map

Terroir

SandLimestoneClay

This combination of soils contributes to the distinctive character and complexity of Setúbal Sub-Regions wines.

Grapes of Península de Setúbal

Castelão

Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
cherryplumstrawberryherbs

The region's signature red grape, producing cherry-fruited, medium-bodied reds from sandy soils

Fernão Pires

Body
Sweetness
Acidity
orange blossompeachrosecitrus

Aromatic white widely planted across the peninsula

Moscato

Moscatel in Península de Setúbal

Body
Sweetness
Acidity
peachapricotorange blossomlychee

Used for Moscatel de Setúbal, one of Portugal's great sweet wines

Touriga Nacional

Body
Tannins
Sweetness
Acidity
violetblackberryplumrosemary

Increasingly important for premium reds, adding structure and aromatic complexity

Frequently Asked Questions

What grapes grow in Setúbal Sub-Regions?▼
The main grapes in Setúbal Sub-Regions (Península de Setúbal) include Castelão, Fernão Pires, Moscato, Touriga Nacional.
What soils are found in Setúbal Sub-Regions?▼
Setúbal Sub-Regions sits on sand, limestone, clay soils, which contribute to the distinctive character of its wines.

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