Alvarelhao
Red wine grape variety
Also known as Brancelho
Alvarelhao is a red wine grape with signature aromas of cherry, cranberry, violet. Structure: Light body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Low alcohol. Often confused with Touriga Franca and Baga.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on red fruit and floral spice over deep extracted profiles.
- Check body as light-medium with fresh line.
Confidence signals
- Floral Iberian profile
- Medium-plus acidity with medium tannin
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Vinho Verde · Douro · Galicia
- Classic styles: Northwestern Iberian red with bright acidity and light body · Aromatic red used in blends and lighter gastronomic styles
Common questions
Is Alvarelhao a red or white grape variety?
Alvarelhao is a red wine grape variety.
What does Alvarelhao smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Alvarelhao include cherry, cranberry and violet. Structural profile: Light body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium tannin, Low alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Alvarelhao?
Documented tells for Alvarelhao: Anchor on red fruit and floral spice over deep extracted profiles. and Check body as light-medium with fresh line..
What is Alvarelhao most often confused with in blind tasting?
Alvarelhao is most commonly confused with Touriga Franca, Baga and Vranac. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Alvarelhao grown?
Classic regions for Alvarelhao include Vinho Verde, Douro and Galicia.