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Arinto
Arinto is a Portuguese white grape valued for the acidity it brings to still and sparkling wines. Its regional associations include Bucelas, Alentejo and Tejo.
Identity and growing conditions
Wines of Portugal describes compact, medium-sized bunches with small berries. The variety is grown across several Portuguese wine regions rather than being confined to a single appellation.
Wine styles and uses
The source highlights apple and citrus impressions and its use in blends. Acidity is an important reason for choosing Arinto in warmer regions, but neither acidity nor ageing potential can be reduced to one fixed value for all wines.
How it connects
Wine region
- grown in Alentejo
- grows Vinho Verde
- grows Bairrada
- grows Lisboa
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