black grape variety
 

Synonyms

bastardo (Portugal)
maturana tinta (La Rioja, Spain)
 

Vine

early to mid budding
mid to late ripening
thick skin
prone to coulure
 

Wine

medium to deep colour
medium to high acidity
medium tannins
medium alcohol
medium to full body
medium to pronounced intensity
redcurrant, blackberry, black pepper

Regions

Jura, France
Beira Interior, Portugal
Trás-os-Montes, Portugal
La Rioja, Spain
Lea Gatinois DipWSET