Bical

About this grape variety

An important Bairrada white grape, Bical produces aromatic, ageworthy wines with citrus, white peach and a distinctive mineral edge. The variety is naturally high in acidity, which makes it an excellent base for the region's celebrated traditional-method sparkling wines as well as serious still whites. Producers like Sidónio de Sousa and Quinta da Vacariça have shown Bical's potential as a varietal of real character.

Frequently asked questions

How many Bical wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Bical across Portuguese online retailers — 676 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Bical wines?

Bical wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Bairrada, Dão, Beira Interior, Douro, Alentejo.

What is Bical?

An important Bairrada white grape, Bical produces aromatic, ageworthy wines with citrus, white peach and a distinctive mineral edge. The variety is naturally high in acidity, which makes it an excellent base for the region's celebrated traditional-method sparkling wines as well as serious still whites. Producers like…