Best red grape varieties of the Duero

This grape of French origin is present in Ribera del Duero, providing structure, pronounced tannins, and spicy tones. Its presence in blends contributes to the complexity and longevity of the wines, offering a more international character.

Although in a smaller proportion, this classic Spanish variety is cultivated in Ribera del Duero, often in old vines. It complements Tempranillo in some blends, adding elegance and fruity notes, and its resurgence keeps it as an important variety.

This variety is the star grape and indisputably the main one of the D.O. Ribera del Duero, known locally as Tinta del País or Tinto Fino. Its quality and prestige keep it as the most relevant variety in the region, producing wines with body, intense color, and great aging capacity.

Considered one of Portugal's most famous quality red varieties, it is fundamental for Port wine and dry Douro reds. It brings depth, volume, and longevity to the wines, being key to their character.

It is the most planted variety in the Douro, known for its consistent and reliable production of high-quality Port wines. It brings attractive aromas and a balanced structure to blends, being a pillar in the region.

This variety is the same as the Spanish Tempranillo, but known as Tinta Roriz in Portugal, being one of the most important reds for Port wine and dry Douro reds. It contributes with its structure and red fruit aromas, being essential in the complexity of Douro wines.

Another variety of French origin cultivated in Ribera del Duero, which provides medium acidity and aromas of black fruit with nutty nuances. It is used in low percentages to round off the wines and provide softness, contributing to aromatic and structural complexity.

This grape of French origin, although popular in Argentina, also is found in Ribera del Duero, contributing a lot of tannin, color, and acidity. Its use in the region helps to intensify the color and structure of the wines, offering a more robust profile.

This traditional Douro variety is known for its resistance and for providing acidity and elegance to wines. Its ability to maintain acidity in warm climates makes it valuable for the longevity and balance of Douro wines, being an important component in quality blends.

It is the majority red grape variety in the D.O. Arribes del Duero, giving its wines unique singularity and typicality. It provides a balanced structure and smoothness, being key to the identity of the wines of this Duero subregion.

This traditional and important red vitifera in Arribes del Duero brings delicate aromas, elegance, and complexity to the wines. Its contribution to fineness and aromatic complexity keeps it as a valued variety in the area, often in blends with Juan García.

Considered an autochthonous variety of Arribes del Duero, Bruñal is highly appreciated by local winegrowers for its intensity and unique character. It adds a lot of color and alcohol content to the wines, being a valuable component for giving body and depth.