In a nutshell:
- Produces big, rich, dark colored, tannic red wines
Where is it grown:
- Portugal
Wine Styles:
- Dry red wine, often blended with other varieties, but sometimes a single varietal
- Port
Wine Texture:
- Body: Full
- Tannin: High
- Acidity: Med-High
- Alcohol: High
Flavor and aroma profile:
- Black fruit: blackberry, blackcurrant, blueberry, black plum
- Herbs/Spices: leather, licorice, mint
- Floral: violet
- Oak: cocoa, vanilla, nutmeg
You might like this grape if you like…:
- Napa Valley Cabernet Sauvignon
- Australian Shiraz
Food Pairings:
- Red meat
- Game meats
- Blue cheeses
- BBQ
- Winter stews
Recommendations:
Evidencia Reserva Touriga Nacional 2016, $15
Sandemann 10 yr Tawny Port, $30
Quinta Do Crasto Touriga Nacional 2016, $65
