Portuguese Wine

Portugal is known for a wide range of table and fortified wines. Port, white Vinho Verde, and reds from the Douro Valley and the Dão regions are among the most popular types.

Portugal’s main wine regions include the Douro Valley, Vinho Verde, Dão, Alentejo, Bairrada and Setúbal. The Douro Valley and Vinho Verde are arguably the most famous, with the former celebrated for its production of Port and powerful reds, and the latter known for light, crisp whites.

Some of the best-known Portuguese red wines come from the Douro Valley, Dão and Alentejo regions. They are often made from native grapes such as Touriga Nacional, Touriga Franca, Tinta Roriz and Baga, and express concentrated notes of dark fruit and spice.

Portugal 's best-known white wines are from Vinho Verde, made with native grapes like Alvarinho, Loureiro, Arinto and Antão Vaz, and can range from bright, citrusy and a little spritzy to rich and textural.

Fresh white wines like white Vinho Verde pair well with seafood, salads, vegetables and fried foods, while Portuguese reds are a natural match for grilled meats, stews, sausages and aged cheeses. Port wines pair well with desserts, nuts and blue cheeses.