Wine regions of Portugal: Alentejo
Location
Alentejo is a region located in the south of Portugal. It has a hot and dry climate, which makes it perfect for growing grapes. The Alentejo plains are covered with cork oak groves while the eastern hillsides are characterized by olive groves and vineyards. While its neighbor, Porto, is known for sweet wines, you can find a variety of whites and reds in Alentejo.
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