Wine Region
Douro
The Douro Valley terraces produce Port and increasingly acclaimed dry reds from Touriga Nacional, Tinta Roriz, and other indigenous varieties on schist slopes.
Also known as: Douro Valley, Douro Valley (Portugal)
Geographic context
- Climate: Hot continental, river moderating
- Soils: schist, granite, slate
- Elevation: 100–700m on terraced slopes
Parent region
Typical grape varieties
- touriga nacional
- tinta roriz
- touriga franca
- tinta barroca
Typical wine styles
Typical descriptors
Food pairings
- Dark chocolate and blue cheese
FAQ
- Port vs Douro table wine?
- Same region — Port is fortified; dry reds use the same grapes without fortification.