Setubal
Setubal
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Península de Setúbal
Setúbal

Setubal is a wine region located in the southern part of Portugal, just south of Lisbon. The region is known for its fortified wines, particularly Moscatel de Setubal, which is made from the Muscat of Alexandria grape variety. The region has a long history of wine production, dating back to the Roman times.

GRAPES & WINE STYLES

The main grape varieties used in Setubal are Muscat of Alexandria, Arinto, Fernao Pires, and Castelao. The region is best known for its fortified wines, particularly Moscatel de Setubal, which is made from the Muscat of Alexandria grape. Other wine styles produced in the region include dry white wines, red wines, and rosé wines.

NOTABLE PRODUCERS

The main grape varieties used in Setubal are Muscat of Alexandria, Arinto, Fernao Pires, and Castelao. The region is best known for its fortified wines, particularly Moscatel de Setubal, which is made from the Muscat of Alexandria grape. Other wine styles produced in the region include dry white wines, red wines, and rosé wines.

INTERESTING FACT

The quality of the seafood available at Setubal's Mercado do Livramenmto (Livromento Market) is such that it is rated as the world's best seafood market outside of Japan.