A northern Portuguese native, Touriga Franca is used mainly in Port production and blended table wines from regions like Dão. Wines are deeply coloured, with floral aromas and flavours of dark berries, red fruit, and spice.
Primary Flavors
- Blackberry
- Pomegranate
- Graphite
- Rose Petal
- Pink Peppercorn
Taste Profile
Handling
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SERVE
60–68°F / 15-20°C
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GLASS TYPE
Universal
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DECANT
No
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CELLAR
10+ Years
SERVE
60–68°F / 15-20°C
GLASS TYPE
Universal
DECANT
No
CELLAR
10+ Years
Food Pairing
Look for rustic cuts of red meat and game to stand up to the wine’s structure and earthy complexity. Think grilled and roasted fare.