Folgasao
White wine grape variety
Also known as VIVC 4178, Terrantez da Madeira line, Folgasao Douro white
Folgasao is a white wine grape with signature aromas of orchard fruit, citrus, mineral note. Structure: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Malvasia Rei and Arinto.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on fresh citrus-mineral profile rather than aromatic richness.
- Check frame as medium body with medium-plus acidity and low tannin.
Confidence signals
- Folgasao profile
- Fresh low-alcohol white marker
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Douro · Madeira · Norte
- Classic styles: Portuguese white documented in VIVC and regional sources with high-acid low-alcohol profile and limited modern acreage · Dry medium-bodied white with restrained fruit and mineral-citrus freshness
Common questions
Is Folgasao a red or white grape variety?
Folgasao is a white wine grape variety.
What does Folgasao smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Folgasao include orchard fruit, citrus and mineral note. Structural profile: Medium body, Medium acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Folgasao?
Documented tells for Folgasao: Anchor on fresh citrus-mineral profile rather than aromatic richness. and Check frame as medium body with medium-plus acidity and low tannin..
What is Folgasao most often confused with in blind tasting?
Folgasao is most commonly confused with Malvasia Rei, Arinto and Rabigato. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Folgasao grown?
Classic regions for Folgasao include Douro, Madeira and Norte.