Tannat vs Tinta Barroca

Compare Tannat and Tinta Barroca: profile, average rating, producing countries and number of wines. The guide to choosing between these two grapes.

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TannatTinta Barroca
Colournoirnoir
Number of wines26121871
Average rating3.66 / 53.81 / 5
Producing countriesFrance, Uruguay, Brazil, United States, ArgentinaPortugal, South Africa, Australia, United States, Spain

Tannat

Powerful, tannic reds with inky colour and dense texture, with aromas of blackberry, blackcurrant, black plum, leather, liquorice and smoky notes. Very high ageing potential and polyphenol content (health reputation). Star of Madiran AOC in Béarn and the national grape of Uruguay (Canelones, Maldonado). Also grown in Irouléguy and Tursan. Late-ripening red variety from south-west France.

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Tinta Barroca

Intensely coloured, warm reds, sun-drenched with generous alcohol, with aromas of red and black candied fruits, plum, gentle spices and cocoa notes. Ripe tannins and a broad palate. Traditional partner of touriga nacional and touriga franca in the blends of great Port wines (especially Tawny and Ruby) and modern dry Douro DOC. Native Portuguese variety from the Douro and Trás-os-Montes.

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