Verdelho is a white wine grape grown throughout Portugal, though most associated with the island of Madeira, and also gives its name to one of the four main types of Madeira wine. At the turn of the 20th century it was the most widely planted white grape in Madeira.

This Portuguese native is one of the four key grapes used in the production of Madeira; it is found little elsewhere, though select Australian producers are making quality wines.

The Verdelho characteristics are similar to a plush Chardonnay combined with a fresh Sauvignon Blanc. Verdelho has a crisp and refreshing aromatic profile with vegetal or spicy tones.

2024年3月27日 · Verdelho is a classic grape variety associated with the fortified wines of Madeira and the dry white wines of Australia. Current research, however, claims the variety originally hails from the Azores in the mid-Atlantic.

Verdelho is a white wine-grape variety native to the Portuguese island of Madeira. It is best known as one of the four so-called noble grapes of Madeira, where it contributes to the island’s signature fortified wines.

2021年9月29日 · Verdelho is a white wine grape variety from Portugal. It is known for its high acidity, oily texture, and fruity aromas. Verdelho is the main grape of the verdelho category of medium-dry, fortified dessert wines from the Portuguese island of Madeira.

Verdelho came to fame on Portugal's islands - Madeira and the Azores- as a base wine for fortified wines. From there it made its way to Australia, where it makes rich, aromatic dry whites. On Madeira it has traditionally been responsible for …