Touriga Nacional
December 10, 2008
The national grape of Portugal is Touriga Nacional. This little grape is the red wine grape of its time. It is made in very small quantities and if not pruned on a regular basis can get a little out of hand. The quality of this amazing blue-black grape is essential. Many wine makers will not even bother with this wonder of nature because of the trouble that it can cause when growing. Two of the main factors, tannins and acidity, are what makes this amazing grape in wine so wonderful. It provides this and so much more to the wine it is used for.
Red wines that include this in the ingredients are very light and wonderful to drink. The Touriga Nacional grape is used to make dark wines that are rich with a fruity taste. You may sometimes catch the aroma of purple violet blossoms once the wine has reached a certain peak. Some say that this can be a little overwhelming. When making a wine with this grape, it is also on occasion paired with blueberries or plums and occasionally with dark chocolate. You can even catch a hint of spice on occasion.
The wines that are made in Portugal for the Touriga Nacional are plentiful. When trying to find a food that this type of wine would be perfect for can sometimes be a little difficult since the range is so great. You can however enjoy a glass or two of this delectable wine all on its own. If you are looking for something for it to go with you can try cheeses that are rich, steak or grilled rack of pork or any type of robust meat, sausages and even grilled veggies.
If you have any background in wines at all then finding something to pair this delicious wine with should not be a problem. Remember, if you are doing research on Portugal wines, then ones made with this wonderful little grape are a must try. Do not leave them off your list for you need to try just one.
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