Get to know:Quinta do PilotoRoxo Branco

Tasting Note

Quinta do Piloto Roxo Brancois a fresh and floral white wine from Portugals Setbal region, just south of Lisbon. Made from the rare Moscatel Roxo grape normally used in sweet wines this ones completely dry, with a lovely light touch.

It smells beautiful: think rose petals, orange blossom and a hint of Turkish Delight, along with gentle tropical notes like lychee and dried apricot. On the palate, its crisp, light and refreshing, with a clean finish that makes it super easy to drink.

Pair’s well with:

• Grilled Sea Bass with Lemon and Herbs
  

• Lemon and Rosemary Roast Chicken
  

• Warm Couscous Salad with Roasted Vegetables and Pomegranate

Kate Says

“Heres something truly special. Made from Moscatel Roxo a rare grape once nearly lost to time this elegant white wine is aromatic, light and quietly complex. Its the sort of wine that makes you pause for a second sip, then a third. If you love perfumed whites like Gewrztraminer or Muscat but prefer a drier, fresher finish, this is for you.”

Producer Info

Quinta do Piloto is a family-run estate in Palmela, with over 100 years of winemaking tradition and a deep connection to local grape varieties. The Cardoso family have been instrumental in preserving Moscatel Roxo, using it not only in dessert wines but also in this distinctive, dry white style.

Their winemaking combines traditional methods (like gravity-fed processes and fermentation without pumps) with sustainable practices. Everythings designed to respect the fruit and the land and it shows in the wines clarity and poise.