Wines made from Tannat grapes of Encruzilhada do Sul
Discover the best wines made with Tannat as a single variety or as a blend of Encruzilhada do Sul.
More informations about the variety 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.
More informations about the region of Rio Grande do Sul
Municipality of Rio Grande do Sul (Brazil) in the heart of the Serra do Sudeste, the state's main emerging zone, granite and schist soils, temperate Atlantic climate. Cabernet Sauvignon is the signature red: structured and fresh with blackcurrant, blackberry, cedar, pepper and an herbal touch, firm tannins and acidity preserved by altitude. Supple Merlot and dense Tannat complement. Taut Chardonnay and lively Sauvignon Blanc in whites, base for sparkling wines.
What are the typical flavors of the Tannat grape variety?
- Non oakPresent in 4% of Tannat
- OakPresent in 4% of Tannat
- Black fruitPresent in 4% of Tannat
- CoffeePresent in 3% of Tannat
- EarthPresent in 3% of Tannat
- SpicesPresent in 3% of Tannat
- PlumPresent in 2% of Tannat
- LeatherPresent in 2% of Tannat
- CocoaPresent in 2% of Tannat
- Black fruitsPresent in 2% of Tannat
- ChocolatePresent in 2% of Tannat
- Red fruitPresent in 2% of Tannat
- BlackberryPresent in 2% of Tannat
- RaspberryPresent in 1% of Tannat
- MicrobioPresent in 1% of Tannat
- Dark fruitPresent in 1% of Tannat
- MulberryPresent in 1% of Tannat
- OakyPresent in 1% of Tannat
- BlueberryPresent in 1% of Tannat
- Red fruitPresent in 1% of Tannat