Alicante Branco
White wine grape variety
Also known as Boal de Alicante, Damaschino
Alicante Branco is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon peel, white peach, white flowers. Structure: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Boal and Fernao Pires.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for lemon-white-peach profile with restrained floral notes.
- Check medium body and balanced acidity in a dry frame.
Confidence signals
- Citrus-stone fruit cue
- Balanced medium white frame
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Alentejo · Alicante · Setubal
- Classic styles: Spelling/surface stub on Planta Fina — prefer the Alicante Blanco (#9542) dossier · Iberian white under Alicante Branco / Boal de Alicante phrasing of (#9542)
Common questions
Is Alicante Branco a red or white grape variety?
Alicante Branco is a white wine grape variety.
What does Alicante Branco smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Alicante Branco include lemon peel, white peach, white flowers and lemon. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Alicante Branco?
Documented tells for Alicante Branco: Look for lemon-white-peach profile with restrained floral notes. and Check medium body and balanced acidity in a dry frame..
What is Alicante Branco most often confused with in blind tasting?
Alicante Branco is most commonly confused with Boal, Fernao Pires and Malvasia Fina. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Alicante Branco grown?
Classic regions for Alicante Branco include Alentejo, Alicante and Setubal.