Touriga Francesa

A vital grape in Portugal’s Douro Valley, Touriga Francesa (also known as Touriga Franca) is a key player in both Port and dry red wine production. It is slightly lighter than Touriga Nacional but provides floral aromatics, smooth tannins, and fresh berry flavors. Notes of red cherry, violet, and spice make it an ideal blending partner, contributing elegance and balance. Highly adaptable, it thrives in Portugal’s rugged terrain, offering a more delicate alternative to the powerful Touriga Nacional. While rarely bottled alone, its role in creating refined, structured blends highlights its importance in Portuguese viticulture.