Portuguese Wine
Portugal is one of the most traditional wine producing countries in the world, where classic wines were created, such as Porto and Madeira Wine. With over 250 types of native grapes grown in its vineyards, the country is responsible for the elaboration of Portuguese wines that enchant the most demanding names of specialized critics. Until a few years ago, the great Portuguese wines were limited to fortified wines, but today Portugal is experiencing a wine revolution, displaying world class products that are able to compete with the best produced in Europe and the New World. The warm climate of some regions, combined with the privileged terroir and the technical production techniques used in the production of their wines, is guaranteed in Portugal concentrated, complex and unique wines, usually with excellent value for money. In addition to the international varieties, which adapt very well to the Portuguese climate and soil, such as Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon and Chardonnay grapes, Portugal contain an incredible variety of indigenous varieties, including some – such as Touriga Nacional – which have already use among the best grapes in the world for the production of fine wines. Although Touriga Nacional is widely used in the making of Portuguese wines and considered one of the largest Portuguese wines, other native grapes also receive or deserve highlight, such as Castel