Wines made from Nero d'Avola grapes of Vinho de Portugal
Discover the best wines made with Nero d'Avola as a single variety or as a blend of Vinho de Portugal.
More informations about the variety Nero d'Avola
Full-bodied, warm reds with deep colour and generous alcohol, with aromas of blackberry, black cherry jam, plum, liquorice, chocolate and Mediterranean spice. Ripe tannins and a broad, sunny finish. The star of Sicily (Nero d'Avola Sicilia DOC, Cerasuolo di Vittoria DOCG blended with Frappato, Eloro DOC). Native Sicilian variety, also called Calabrese, the most planted on the island.
More informations about the region of Vinho de Portugal
A thousand-year-old wine country with 250+ native grapes across 14 distinct regions. National emblem Touriga Nacional (~12,000 ha): perfumed, deep reds with signature notes of violet, black fruits, eucalyptus, sweet spices and a balsamic touch, firm tannins - the base of the great dry Douros and of Ports. Also elegant Touriga Franca, spicy Tinta Roriz (Tempranillo), fruity Castelão. Whites: lively citrusy Arinto, ample mineral Encruzado.