The white grape variety originates from Portugal. Synonyms are Trajadura Branca, Trincadeira (Portugal); Treixadura, Treixadura Blanca, Trincadente, Verdello Rubio (Spain). It should not be confused with the varieties Trincadeira das Pratas, Trincadeira Preta or Verdello, despite seemingly suggestive synonyms. The parentage is unknown. According to DNA analyses, it is closely related to the Portuguese varieties...
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