Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao is a red blend rather than a single variety, and it traces back to Alentejo, Portugal.
Structurally it lands at medium body, medium-low tannin, medium acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for berry, plum, cherry, earthy and spice.
In the cellar it meets neutral oak.
The regions that matter for it are Alentejo and Setubal Peninsula.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, moderate vigour and a preference for warm, sunny.
It blends readily with Alicante Bouschet, Trincadeira and Tinta Miuda.
Watch for the synonyms: Tinta Roriz, Castelão, Periquita and João de Santarém.
At the table it suits oxtail stew, leg of lamb and beef casserole.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Blends well with.
Food pairings.
Also labelled.
Tinta Roriz, Castelão, Periquita, João de Santarém, Mortágua, Trincadeira Preta.
Bottles to look for.
- Adega Cooperativa de Borba 'Galitos', Vinho Regional Alentejano, Portugal
- Adega de Almeirim Cacho Fresco Vinho Rose Frisante, Portugal
- Adega de Almeirim Leziria Adamado Rose, Tejo, Portugal
- Adega de Almeirim Leziria Tinto, Tejo, Portugal
- Adega Mae 'Terras de Lisboa' Tinto, Lisboa, Portugal
- Alveirao EVG - Encostas do Vale Godinho, Vinho Regional Tejo, Portugal
- Casa Agricola Santos Jorge Herdade dos Machados Reserva, Alentejo, Portugal
- Casa Ermelinda Freitas Vinha do Rosario Rose, Setubal Peninsula, Portugal
Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao: common questions
01.What does Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao taste like?+
02.Where is Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao from?+
03.Where is Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao grown?+
04.What food pairs with Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao?+
05.What else is Aragonez (Tinta Roriz) - Castelao called?+
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Portugal.