How do you pronounce Castelão?

Castelão is pronounced kash-teh-LOWNG.

Where does Castelão come from?

Castelão grows in Península de Setúbal, Portugal.

Expect sour cherry, blueberry, damson plum, savory earth. Closest familiar reference: An easygoing, earthy Merlot with a savory Portuguese streak..

Tasting profile: Sour cherry and blueberry up front, a firm savory-earthy grip underneath, and enough acidity to keep it honest at the table.
Where it grows: Península de Setúbal, Portugal
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How do you pronounce Castelão?: Castelão is pronounced kash-teh-LOWNG.
Where does Castelão come from?: Castelão grows in Península de Setúbal, Portugal.
What does Castelão taste like?: Expect sour cherry, blueberry, damson plum, savory earth. Closest familiar reference: An easygoing, earthy Merlot with a savory Portuguese streak..

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