Antao Vaz
White wine grape variety
Also known as Antao Vaz branco
Antao Vaz is a white wine grape with signature aromas of mango skin, pineapple, orange peel. Structure: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Chardonnay and Viognier.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Look for ripe stone-fruit and tropical notes balanced by fresh citrus lift.
- Check texture as fuller than lean Atlantic whites but still dry and structured.
Confidence signals
- Tropical-stone fruit profile with citrus backbone
- Medium-plus body with balanced freshness
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Alentejo · Vidigueira · Evora
- Classic styles: Ripe-fruited Alentejo white · Textural warm-climate Portuguese white
Common questions
Is Antao Vaz a red or white grape variety?
Antao Vaz is a white wine grape variety.
What does Antao Vaz smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Antao Vaz include mango skin, pineapple and orange peel. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, Medium(+) acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Antao Vaz?
Documented tells for Antao Vaz: Look for ripe stone-fruit and tropical notes balanced by fresh citrus lift. and Check texture as fuller than lean Atlantic whites but still dry and structured..
What is Antao Vaz most often confused with in blind tasting?
Antao Vaz is most commonly confused with Chardonnay, Viognier and Vermentino. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Antao Vaz grown?
Classic regions for Antao Vaz include Alentejo, Vidigueira and Evora.