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Wines like Encruzado

The Dão’s outstanding white variety, capable of Burgundian weight and longevity. Below: what to try next, grouped by the direction you want to travel.

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What do you like about Encruzado?

Optional — the results below already work without it. But “I like Malbec” is at least four different preferences wearing one name, and saying which one you mean changes the answer substantially. Only qualities this wine actually has are offered.

I like…

How full and weighty it is The creamy, rounded texture That it is properly dry

But it’s a bit…

too sharp or lemony too tropical or sweet-smelling too heavy too buttery or thick too savoury or funky too austere

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What these words mean

The citrus and orchard fruit: Lemon, lime, green apple, pear. The signature of a cool-climate white — quieter and less perfumed than tropical fruit, and a different thing from the acidity it usually travels with.
The tropical fruit: Passionfruit, mango, pineapple, guava. It comes from riper fruit and warmer sites, and it is the difference between Marlborough and Sancerre in the same grape.
How full and weighty it is: Body is how much the wine seems to fill your mouth — the difference between skimmed and whole milk. It comes mostly from alcohol and ripeness.
The creamy, rounded texture: A soft, almost dairy-like roundness. In white wine it usually comes from malolactic fermentation or from time on the lees, not from the grape.
The savoury, meaty side: Leather, olive, cured meat, dried herbs, tobacco. It is what people mean by calling a wine "serious" rather than "fruity", and it comes with age as well as with place.
That it is properly dry: No perceptible sugar at all. Almost all red wine is dry and a good deal of white wine is not, which is why this is a more useful thing to say about a white than about a red.

Looking for something keeping the full body and weight and that it is properly dry, while moving away from too savoury or funky and too sharp or lemony.

Based on what you said

Ranked against the qualities you named rather than against the wine as a whole. The directions below are refined the same way.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
Substantially less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
Substantially less savoury or funky.
About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.

Pošip

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
Substantially less savoury or funky.
About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.

Chardonnay

curated

Comparable structure, texture and response to barrel ageing.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
About as savoury or funky as the wine you started from.
About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.

Wachau Grüner Veltliner

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
Substantially less savoury or funky.
About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.

Clairette

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Has some of the full body and weight, though less of it.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
A little less savoury or funky.
A little less sharp or lemony.

Douro white

Both are made from encruzado, and the structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, both come from the same country.

Keeps the full body and weight.
Keeps that it is properly dry.
About as savoury or funky as the wine you started from.
About as sharp or lemony as the wine you started from.

Closest overall

Nearest neighbours, no change of direction.

Closest matches

The nearest overall neighbours across structure and flavour, with no deliberate change of direction.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Pošip

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Different grape, similar feel

Deliberately excludes the variety you already know, to find a genuinely new wine that fills the same role.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Pošip

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Change the structure

Same idea, different weight, grip or freshness.

Similar but lighter

Keeps the character but reduces weight, alcohol and density in the mouth.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fruitier.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more neutral and subtle.

Roero Arneis

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more neutral and subtle.

Treixadura

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more neutral and subtle.

Similar but lower in alcohol

Holds the character and the weight where it can, and moves specifically on strength. Note that below about 11% the choices narrow sharply, and below 5% they are mostly a different category rather than a lighter version of the same one.

Chardonnay

curated

Comparable structure, texture and response to barrel ageing.

Expect: Rounder and more overtly oaky.

Bical

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter in alcohol, and fresher.

Štajerska Šipon

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Šipon

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Similar but fuller

Keeps the character but adds weight, concentration and mouthfeel.

Condrieu

Condrieu scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fuller and richer, and fruitier.

Viognier

Viognier scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fuller and richer, and fruitier.

Pedro Ximénez

Pedro Ximénez scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and fuller and richer.

Alicante Bouschet

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fuller and richer, and fruitier.

Similar but less tannic

For readers who find firm reds drying. Reduces tannic grip while holding flavour and weight roughly steady.

Nothing in WineHQ's catalogue makes this move meaningfully from here. These are the closest wines otherwise, but do not expect them to deliver what you asked for — the honest answer is that this style does not have a good neighbour in that direction.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Marsanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and broader and softer.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Similar but more structured

More tannic architecture, for food or for ageing.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and lighter.

Malvazija Istarska

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more neutral and subtle.

Kisi

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fruitier.

Malvasia

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and fruitier.

Similar but fresher

Raises acidity and overall lift, usually by moving to a cooler-climate expression.

Štajerska Šipon

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Šipon

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Sauvignon Blanc

Sauvignon Blanc scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

German dry Riesling (trocken)

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fruitier.

Similar but softer

Lowers acidity and sharpness in favour of a broader, gentler feel.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Marsanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and broader and softer.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

The sparkling version

Moves to a sparkling expression while holding the flavour and weight as close as possible.

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore

Conegliano Valdobbiadene Prosecco Superiore scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Glera

Glera scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and sweeter.

Sekt

Sekt scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Crémant

Crémant scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and lighter.

Similar but sweeter

Adds perceptible sweetness, which also softens acidity and chilli heat.

Malvasia

Both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and fruitier.

Condrieu

Condrieu scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and fruitier.

Viognier

Viognier scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and fruitier.

Maria Gomes

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and lighter.

Change the flavour

Same shape, different aromatic character.

Similar but less oaky

One of the commonest requests in wine. Strips oak influence while holding grape character and weight.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Wachau Grüner Veltliner

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.

Clairette

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and more neutral and subtle.

Similar but more oaky

Adds barrel character, toast and a creamier texture.

California Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and sweeter.

Chardonnay

curated

Comparable structure, texture and response to barrel ageing.

Expect: Rounder and more overtly oaky.

Chilean Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.

White Bordeaux

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be lighter, and fresher.

Similar but more aromatic

More to smell before you taste — floral, fruity or spiced aromatics.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and softer and rounder.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and lighter.

Torrontés

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more aromatic, and lighter.

Similar but more restrained

For readers who find intensely aromatic wines tiring over a whole glass. Keeps the structure, turns the volume down.

Chasselas

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Pinot Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Palomino Fino

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and more savoury.

Trebbiano d’Abruzzo

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more neutral and subtle, and lighter.

Similar but more floral

Pushes specifically towards rose, violet, blossom and elderflower character.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and softer and rounder.

Mtsvane Kakhuri

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and lighter.

Alsace Pinot Gris

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and fruitier.

Similar but more savoury

Moves away from primary fruit towards earth, herb, meat and umami character.

Palomino Fino

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and more neutral and subtle.

Vin Jaune

Vin Jaune scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Savennières

Savennières scores closest to Encruzado across WineHQ’s taste dimensions.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

White Burgundy

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Similar but fruitier

More obvious, generous fruit flavour, usually from a warmer climate.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Pošip

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Wachau Grüner Veltliner

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and fresher.

Change the place

Keep the grape, move it somewhere else.

Same grape, cooler climate

Typically fresher, lighter and more herbal, with lower alcohol.

Douro white

Both are made from encruzado, and the structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and more savoury.

Same grape, warmer climate

Typically riper, fuller and more generous in fruit, with higher alcohol.

Douro white

Both are made from encruzado, and the structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fresher, and fruitier.

Change the mood

Safer, stranger, cheaper or more serious.

A safe next step

Well-known wines that are widely available and unlikely to surprise anyone.

Chardonnay

curated

Comparable structure, texture and response to barrel ageing.

Expect: Rounder and more overtly oaky.

Pinot Gris

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be sweeter, and lighter.

California Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and sweeter.

White Burgundy

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Something more adventurous

Less familiar wines that occupy similar territory — the interesting end of the shelf.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Pošip

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

A better-value alternative

Wines that occupy similar sensory territory from regions carrying less price premium. WineHQ does not hold live prices, so this reasons from regional reputation and demand rather than from a price feed — treat it as a lead, not a quote.

Roussanne

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Malagousia

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more floral.

Antão Vaz

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin, and both come from the same country.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

Pošip

The structural profile is close across body, acidity and tannin.

Expect: Expect it to be fruitier, and more neutral and subtle.

A step up

The benchmark expressions of the same territory, usually with more concentration, structure and ageing potential.

White Burgundy

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fresher.

Australian Chardonnay

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fruitier.

Chardonnay

curated

Comparable structure, texture and response to barrel ageing.

Expect: Rounder and more overtly oaky.

South African Chenin Blanc

They occupy similar territory for weight and structure.

Expect: Expect it to be more savoury, and fruitier.

How these are chosen

Each suggestion is scored across sixteen taste dimensions, weighted so that structure matters more than flavour, and adjusted for whether the wine actually moves in the direction you asked for. Curated links from an editor carry extra weight — but only when the editor tagged them for this direction. Nothing here is a black box; see the taste model for the full method.