Rabo de Ovelha
White wine grape variety
Also known as Rabo de Ovelha Alentejo
Rabo de Ovelha is a white wine grape with signature aromas of lemon zest, lime, green apple. Structure: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol. Often confused with Arinto and Fernao Pires.
Recognition cues
First checks
- Anchor on lemon-lime freshness with brisk acidity.
- Check body as medium with aromatic floral-herbal lift.
Confidence signals
- Citrus-zest profile
- High acidity with medium body
Aromas
Signature
Common
Occasional
Commonly confused with
Classic anchors
- Classic regions: Alentejo · Douro · Dao
- Classic styles: Portuguese white with vivid citrus profile and naturally high alcohol potential · Fresh medium-bodied white used in blends and varietal bottlings
Common questions
Is Rabo de Ovelha a red or white grape variety?
Rabo de Ovelha is a white wine grape variety.
What does Rabo de Ovelha smell and taste like?
Signature aromas of Rabo de Ovelha include lemon zest, lime and green apple. Structural profile: Medium(+) body, High acidity, Medium alcohol.
What blind-tasting cues distinguish Rabo de Ovelha?
Documented tells for Rabo de Ovelha: Anchor on lemon-lime freshness with brisk acidity. and Check body as medium with aromatic floral-herbal lift..
What is Rabo de Ovelha most often confused with in blind tasting?
Rabo de Ovelha is most commonly confused with Arinto, Fernao Pires and Rabigato. Resolve the call with structure and signature aromas.
Where is Rabo de Ovelha grown?
Classic regions for Rabo de Ovelha include Alentejo, Douro and Dao.