Touriga Nacional Flashcards
1
Q
early, mid, or late ripening?
A
early buddy and mid ripening
2
Q
hazards
A
coulure can lower yields substantially and cause vine imbalance
- GRAPES RETAIN ACID WELL
- HIGH VIGOUR - managed via summer pruning
3
Q
regions
A
Portugal…Douro
4
Q
style
A
deep color; high acid; high tannins
- concentrated black fruits; blueberry, plum, mint, wet slate
- floral notes of violet, rose, orange blossom
- wines have long aging potential and are often in premium ports
