2025 Herdade do Sobroso Cellar Selection Branco

Herdade do Sobroso is located in Vidigueira in the Alentejo region. This is one of the oldest wine regions in Portugal. In the beautiful Alentejo, Herdade do Sobroso enjoys a perfect location with its vineyards situated on the banks of the Guadiana River and its tributary, the Rio dos Patos, or the River of the Ducks. Consequently, the ducks on the labels are its trademark. It is the perfect setting for the ripening of the grapes, a luxury few vineyards enjoy. This partly explains why this winery can produce very fine wines, as there is never a water shortage. In addition to the fact that there is sufficient water, this region is the only one within the Alentejo influenced by the ocean, which ensures healthy ripening.

The Blanco from the Cellar Selection (or Branco in Portuguese) is an exceptional white wine made from hand-picked Antao Vaz and Albarino (Alvarinho) grapes, aged for 9 months in 500-liter French oak barrels. Fresh, elegant, complex, and opulent, with notes of white and tropical fruit and a hint of nutmeg. The palate is fresh, smooth, and full of flavor, with an elegant and very long finish. Due to the subtle character of this wine, sea bream and turbot are particularly well-suited. The Cellar Selection wines are among the top wines of Herdade do Sobroso—always available in very limited quantities.

FUN FACT: In the 'Attachments' tab, you will find the official factsheet for this fine wine. We will automatically send this to you upon ordering this wine. The wine is stored in our climate-controlled Wine Warehouse, and if you come to collect the wine, you will often receive a nice discount . You will see your discount immediately when you select 'Pick up' on the checkout page. We are located in Dordrecht, almost next to the A16, with ample parking. Click here for our address.

1. Grilled sea bass with fennel and lemon
The fresh acidity and tropical fruit notes in the wine perfectly support the light salinity of the fish. Fennel and lemon accentuate the elegant finish of the wine.

2. Tagliatelle with shrimp and lemon cream sauce
The creamy texture of the wine pairs well with the delicate sauce, while its fresh character balances the shellfish.

3. Chicken roulade with apricot and sage
The light spiciness of sage and the sweetness of apricot harmonize with the exotic fruit aromas of the wine. The soft mouthfeel pairs beautifully with the juiciness of the chicken.

4. Quiche with goat cheese, zucchini, and pine nuts
The lively acidity freshens the rich goat cheese, and the roasted nuttiness of the pine nuts complements the light woody notes of the wine.

5. Ravioli filled with lobster and saffron butter
The full structure of the wine forms an elegant bridge with the creamy mouthfeel of the saffron butter, while the freshness maintains tension in the whole.

6. Pan-fried veal tenderloin with cauliflower cream and apple capers
The subtle fruity acidity and oak aging in the wine enhance the mild flavor of the veal. The cauliflower cream provides texture that complements the wine, while the apple capers add a fresh touch.