Fernão Pires

About this grape variety

Portugal's most widely planted white grape, Fernão Pires (called Maria Gomes in Bairrada) is a fragrant, early-ripening variety that produces aromatic wines with notes of citrus, white peach and floral muscat-like character. In Bairrada it is the base of the region's celebrated traditional-method sparkling wines; in the Tejo and Lisboa it makes everyday whites and rosés. Skilled producers manage its tendency to lose acidity in heat to make serious, food-friendly still and sparkling wines.

Frequently asked questions

How many Fernão Pires wines can I compare on Wine Radar?

Wine Radar compares prices for wines made from Fernão Pires across Portuguese online retailers — 1062 in the catalogue.

Which regions produce Fernão Pires wines?

Fernão Pires wines on Wine Radar come mainly from Tejo, Bairrada, Lisboa, Douro, Alentejo.

What is Fernão Pires?

Portugal's most widely planted white grape, Fernão Pires (called Maria Gomes in Bairrada) is a fragrant, early-ripening variety that produces aromatic wines with notes of citrus, white peach and floral muscat-like character. In Bairrada it is the base of the region's celebrated traditional-method sparkling wines; in…