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Grape Varieties

Portugal is home to a rich diversity of grape varieties, each contributing to the country's renowned wine heritage. Some of the most notable include Touriga Nacional, known for its bold flavors and aromatic complexity, and Alvarinho, celebrated for its crispness and vibrant acidity. Other varieties like Tinta Roriz and Baga also play significant roles in crafting unique regional wines. Exploring these grapes offers a delightful journey through Portugal's varied landscapes and winemaking traditions.

Portugal's White Grape Superstars

Encruzado: a gem of a white grape from the Dão.

Malvasia Fina: aromatic white used all over Portugal including white port

Moscatel de Setúbal: originally introduced by the Romans, in Península de Setúbal, makes light summery wines.

Sercial: the main grape used in Madeira fortified wines.

Verdelho: noble white varietals of Madeira.

Australia is growing this Portuguese varietal too.

Alvarinho: grown in Northern Portugal and used for Vinho Verde, high quality.

Portugal's Red Grape Superstars

Bastardo: – literally: "bastard". This grape is grown in the Douro and Dão.

Tinta Barroca: Now grown in South Africa, this ancient grape varietal, grown in the Douro for hundreds of years is one of the blender grapes for most of the Port Wines.

Aragonez: In Portugal, it is used widely in Port and still reds in the Alentejo table wines.

Tinto Cão: Douro grape is also being used to make high quality still red wines.

Touriga Nacional: One of the main and best grapes grown in Portugal. Mainly in Douro Valley for port wines.

Trincadeira Preta: also called Castelão Francês.

Vinhão (Souzão Douro Valley): from Vinho Verde and Minho regions.