Touriga Nacional
The Jewel of the Douro • Structure and Elegance
"Chromatic intensity and aromatic depth: the grape that combines power and elegance with an unmistakable floral signature, the soul of Portugal."
1. The Tannic Heart of the Iberian Peninsula
Touriga Nacional is the pillar of Portuguese viticulture. Native to the Dão and consecrated on the slate slopes of the Douro, it is one of the varieties that give structure and longevity to both Ports and great dry reds. Its ability to keep acidity in warm climates has made it one of Portugal's most prized red grapes. At La Cava Shop you will find reds, rosés and Ports in this collection, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN, storage in climate-controlled cellars and 90 days for free returns.
Technical Differentiation
Touriga Nacional: the backbone of many blends; it provides firm structure, powerful tannins and a violet bouquet.
Touriga Franca: offers velvety texture and freshness, and is fundamental for its consistency in the vineyard.
Tasting Profile
Visually it stands out for a very intense ruby. On the nose it usually shows black fruit with herbal notes of rockrose (esteva), violets and dark chocolate.
2. Wines in the Collection
- Fat Barón Touriga Nacional (D.O.C. Setúbal Peninsula).
- Rabiana Oaked Touriga 2022.
- Monte da Caçada 2021, Cabriz Reserva 2022, Firmamento Red 2020 and Casa Santos Lima Fortissimo.
- Rosés: Firmamento Rosé 2023 and Tyto Alba Rosé.
- Ports: Sotto Voce Ruby Reserve, Jockey Club Tawny Reserve and DR Vintage 2017.
Frequently Asked Questions about Touriga Nacional
What is the Touriga Nacional grape?
It is Portugal's signature red variety, native to the Dão region and widely planted in the Douro. It gives wines of intense color, firm tannins, good acidity and a floral profile of violets with black fruit.
What cellaring potential do Touriga Nacional wines have?
Thanks to their structure and tannin concentration, the best examples can evolve in the bottle for several years, gaining complexity.
In which regions of Portugal does it stand out most?
Mainly in the Douro and the Dão, although it is also grown in other regions, such as the Setúbal Peninsula.
Which Touriga wines are available at La Cava Shop?
Reds such as Fat Barón Touriga Nacional, Rabiana Oaked Touriga and Monte da Caçada, plus rosés and Ports, with free shipping from $1,499 MXN and 90 days for free returns.
Structure Analysis
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