Setubal

The Setubal region, nestled south of Lisbon, is a prominent wine production area in Portugal. This region is not only home to the bustling town of Setubal but also encompasses the captivating natural beauty of the Tago and Sado river estuaries and the majestic Serra da Arrábida mountains. The landscape is adorned with vast vineyards sprawling across the flatlands, contributing to the region's burgeoning wine industry. The Setubal climate is classical Mediterranean, with the Atlantic Ocean's currents introducing a unique influence. Winters are usually humid, giving way to a hot, dry summer, creating a favorable environment for grape cultivation.
The Setubal region's soil, a mix of sand, limestone, and clay, is abundantly generous to the grapevines, enhancing their richness. The region, renowned for its DOC wines, takes pride in Moscatel de Setubal, its signature wine. Made from muscat grapes, it boasts a liqueur-like taste derived from the fermentation process enriched with aguardente, maceration of the skins, and slow aging in small oak barrels. The primary vine of the area is Muscat, serving as the foundation for producing either young, fresh wines or aged wines with a darker, intense flavor.

Region	Setubal
Country	Portugal
Red grape varieties	Malvasia
White grape varieties	Moscato Bianco
DOC	Moscatel de Setubal, Palmela
Climate and soil	The Setubal region enjoys a typical Mediterranean climate, influenced by the Atlantic Ocean's currents. Winters are marked by high humidity, while summers are significantly dry, creating an ideal environment for viticulture. The soil, a blend of sand, limestone, and clay, nourishes the grapevines, enhancing their richness and contributing to the high-quality wine production.