Cerceal

About this grape variety

Cerceal is a regional name applied to several Portuguese whites — usually the same grape as Cercial in Bairrada, and distinct from Madeira's Sercial. Wines are crisp, citrussy, naturally acidic, ideal for still whites and traditional-method bubbles in Bairrada.

Frequently asked questions

How many Cerceal wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Cerceal across Portuguese online retailers — 420 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Cerceal wines?

Cerceal wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Dão, Douro, Bairrada, Távora-Varosa, Beira Interior.

What is Cerceal?

Cerceal is a regional name applied to several Portuguese whites — usually the same grape as Cercial in Bairrada, and distinct from Madeira's Sercial. Wines are crisp, citrussy, naturally acidic, ideal for still whites and traditional-method bubbles in Bairrada.