Touriga Franca
/too-REE-gah FRAHN-kah/Touriga Franca is the most widely planted grape of the Douro and the workhorse of fine Port, delivering generous dark fruit, floral perfume and sturdy structure with more yield and charm than its national cousin.
🍇 Red grapefull bodydry
Grape profile
Character & style
| Trait | Character |
|---|---|
| Body | full |
| Acidity | medium |
| Tannins | high |
| Sweetness | dry |
| Alcohol tendency | high |
| Origin | Douro, Portugal |
| Common flavours | black cherry, plum, rose, black pepper, mineral |
| Aromas | blackberry, red fruit, violet, spice, fresh herbs |
Pairing
Best food pairings
- Braised beef
- game
- duck
- grilled meats
- aged cheese
Where it thrives
Key regions for Touriga Franca
Portugal