Molinara vs Touriga nacional

Compare Molinara and Touriga nacional: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.

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MolinaraTouriga nacional
Colournoirnoir
Number of wines25777472
Average rating3.80 / 53.78 / 5
Producing countriesItaly, Spain, Brazil, Portugal, FrancePortugal, United States, Australia, South Africa, Brazil

Molinara

Light, lively reds with pale colour, discreet tannins and brisk acidity, with aromas of red cherry, wild strawberry, gentle spices and herbal notes. Traditional partner to corvina and rondinella in the typical blends of Valpolicella DOC, Bardolino DOC, Amarone DOCG and Recioto DOCG, bringing freshness and tension. Native Venetian variety from Lake Garda.

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Touriga nacional

Deep, concentrated reds with a near-black robe, firm but polished tannins, showing aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, violet, bergamot, liquorice, black pepper and characteristic floral notes. Pillar of great vintage Ports (Quinta do Noval, Taylor's) and signature of modern dry Douro DOC and Dão DOC. Also exported to Australia and California. Portugal's most noble variety.

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