Camarate

About this grape variety

Camarate é uma casta tinta da região de Lisboa (também conhecida como Castelão Francês noutras zonas), historicamente cultivada em Bucelas e zonas vizinhas. Os vinhos são de corpo médio, frescos, com notas de fruta vermelha e flores; sobretudo usada em lotes regionais, raramente em monovarietal.

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Frequently asked questions

How many Camarate wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Camarate across Portuguese online retailers — 29 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Camarate wines?

Camarate wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Lisboa, Dão, Península de Setúbal, Tejo, Bairrada.

What is Camarate?

Camarate is a Lisboa-region red grape (also known as Castelão Frances elsewhere), historically grown in Bucelas and the surrounding zone. Wines are medium-bodied, fresh, with red-fruit and floral notes; mostly used in regional blends, rarely as a varietal.