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Key regions
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Pairings
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Synonyms
Folgasao is a white grape variety, and it traces back to Douro, Portugal.
Structurally it lands at light body, no tannin, high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
Look for banana, pear and minerality.
The regions that matter for it are Douro and Vinho Verde.
In the vineyard it is marked by early ripening, medium vigour and a preference for coastal.
Watch for the synonyms: Folgazao.
At the table it suits frango piri piri (broiled chili-basted chicken), steamed clams and shrimp cocktail.
The structure.
Where it grows.
Food pairings.
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frango piri piri (broiled chili-basted chicken)
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steamed clams
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shrimp cocktail
Also labelled.
Folgazao.
Bottles to look for.
- Macanita Folgasao dos dois Branco, Douro, Portugal
- Quevedo 'Q Lab' Folgasao, Douro, Portugal
Folgasao: common questions
01.What does Folgasao taste like?+
Folgasao tastes of banana, pear and minerality. Structurally it lands at light body, no tannin, high acidity, dry and medium alcohol.
02.Where is Folgasao from?+
Folgasao originates in Douro, Portugal.
03.Where is Folgasao grown?+
The key regions for Folgasao are Douro and Vinho Verde.
04.What food pairs with Folgasao?+
Pour it with frango piri piri (broiled chili-basted chicken), steamed clams and shrimp cocktail.
05.What else is Folgasao called?+
Folgasao is also labelled Folgazao.
Keep going: the A to Z grape index, or the wine regions of Portugal.