Touriga Nacional is a red produced by De Krans in Calitzdorp, South Africa. Made from Touriga Nacional. Cellarion's sommeliers have reviewed the drink window of 1 vintage; members see when it is ready. Track this wine and manage your cellar with Cellarion — the free, open-source wine app at cellarion.app.
Type: Red
Region: Calitzdorp
Country: South Africa
Grapes: Touriga Nacional
Tasting profile
Structure: medium-bodied, medium tannin, medium acidity, dry
De Krans in Calitzdorp is best known for its Port-style wines, and this dry Touriga Nacional puts the same Portuguese variety in an unfortified, everyday red. Floral violet and bergamot over blackberry and plum, peppery spice and supple, medium tannins. Made to drink in its first few years.
Serving: Serve at 15–17 °C.
When to drink
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Where it comes from
Touriga Nacional
Touriga Nacional is a red grape widely regarded as Portugal's finest, native to the Dão and Douro regions and a cornerstone of both Port and premium dry reds.
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Frequently asked questions
Where is Touriga Nacional from?
Touriga Nacional is produced by De Krans in Calitzdorp, South Africa.
What grapes are in Touriga Nacional?
Touriga Nacional is made from Touriga Nacional.