Alluringly ripe and spicy, this red sings with black cherry pie, dried herbs and peppery lift. Soft tannins and a whisper of sweetness make it irresistibly smooth and ready for any occasion.

Origin: Douro, in northern Portugal. Mainly Grown In: Pretty much everywhere in Portugal, a few places across the border in Spain, but rarely elsewhere. Key Facts: A serious, noble, slightly wild grape, Touriga is one of the best grapes you've never heard of. Except you have, because it's the main grape variety used for the production of the famous fortified wine style, Port! Its obscurity is slowly changing, however, with more of it being planted across Australia. It's a pretty hefty grape, offering up masses of blueberry and blackberry. It's always floral, so look out for notes of violet or lavender as well. It loves a bit of oak, and the spices from that intertwine nicely with fruit. Full-bodied, rich and complex, it's a wonderful addition to your wine library. Fun Fact: Touriga Nacional berries are tiny with thick skins, giving very intense colour, tannin and flavour — a winemaker’s dream (and a crusher’s nightmare).