By Chris and Sherry Hardie
Portugal is more famous for its port wines, but the grape that is the backbone of its fortified drink also makes some wonderful wines.
Touriga nacional is the traditional grape for port, and it represents to Portugal what tempranillo means to Spain. It's also the grape that makes up 75 percent of this red blend, with the other 25 percent coming from aragonez.
Touriga nacional is known for its acidity, strong tannins, floral notes and black fruit flavors. All are on full display in this wine, which comes from the Alentejo region in the southern part of the country.
Sherry: "Bright, fruity and peppery with notes of black cherry and mint on the finish." 3-1/2 stars
Chris: "A bouquet of spice and earth, with flavors of red fruit, blackberry, cherry and mint." 3-1/2 stars
Available locally for about $8.
Coming next week: Trivento Amado Sur
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