Hello, folks! Today I’m going to tell you a bit about the most famous grape variety in Portugal, Touriga Nacional.
Touriga Nacional is a red grape variety, known for its high quality and intense flavor. The variety is native to northern Portugal, specifically the Dão region, but nowadays it is grown in various regions of the country.
Touriga Nacional has an aromatic profile rich in floral notes, red and black fruits, spices, and chocolate. It is a grape with a thick skin, which makes the wines produced from it have an intense color and high concentration of tannins.
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Origin and Characteristics of Touriga Nacional Grape
But why did Touriga Nacional become so famous? Well, in addition to being a high-quality grape, it is also quite versatile. It can be used in both blended wines, mixed with other varieties, and varietal wines, where it is the only grape used.
An interesting curiosity about Touriga Nacional is that it is one of the most difficult grape varieties to cultivate, requiring a lot of attention and care from viticulturists. In addition, the harvest is often done manually, which increases the production costs.
But now let’s talk about the most famous wine made with Touriga Nacional: the iconic Port Wine. That’s right, this grape is one of the main responsible for the production of the famous fortified Portuguese wine. Port Wine is produced in the Douro region, in northern Portugal, and is known for its sweetness, complexity, and longevity.
Touriga Nacional’s Role in the Iconic Port Wine and Global Winemaking Recognition
But Touriga Nacional is not only famous in Portugal. It is also used in wines from other countries, such as Australia, South Africa, the United States, and Brazil. In fact, here in Brazil, the variety has been increasingly standing out, producing high-quality wines recognized internationally.
Well, folks, that was my presentation today about the Touriga Nacional grape variety. I hope you enjoyed it and have fun trying wines produced with this wonderful grape. Cheers!
