Rabigato

**Rabigato** is a white grape native to the Douro Valley of northern Portugal, where it is one of the traditional varieties used in both white Port and, increasingly, dry Douro whites. It is valued for the freshness and acidity it brings in a warm, dramatic landscape. **In the glass** — crisp and lively, with citrus, orchard fruit and floral or herbal notes; its high acidity gives white blends structure and a refreshing lift, with a light to medium body. **Where it grows** — closely tied to the Douro and neighbouring parts of northern Portugal, usually as part of a field blend with other regional white grapes rather than bottled alone. On the schist soils and steep terraces of the Douro it retains welcome acidity despite the heat. **At the table** — good with grilled fish, shellfish and lighter poultry dishes. **Cellaring** — generally best enjoyed young for its freshness.

Wines

• 10 Years Old White Port — Niepoort
• 20 Years Old White Tawny — Ramos Pinto
• Douro Eagle Branco — Duorum
• Pure — Jalloto
• Vale da Raposa Reserva Branco — Alves de Sousa
• White Port — Patricio
• White Porto — Dalva
• Único White — Conceito