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First Drop Touriga Nacional 2020
Grape Type Pronunciation: "too-ree-gah nash-she-on-arl"
Primary flavours
Blueberry
Dark Plum
Purple Bramble Berries
Aromatic
Chocolate
Smoke
Details
Wow, wow, wow! Hello perfume and fruit! Touriga is a variety worth seeking out, and it doesn't get much better than this. Beautifully aromatic and deeply fruit driven with rich blueberry, bramble and plums. The perfect, silky balance of elegance and a slight rustic edge. This wine way over-pours it's price point and is a great example of why we love the Portuguese 'Touriga' grape. Once you taste it you'll know what we mean.

There are some wines which are made to be puzzled over, savoured, and discussed… and there are those wines which are made to be drunk, enjoyed, and shared with your mates. First Drop Wines, one of Barossa’s most talked-about and rapidly rising wineries, deals very much so with the latter. That’s not to say that the vino made by best friends Matt ‘Gantos’ Gant and John ‘JR’ Retsas lacks refinement or subtlety - far from it, in fact. First Drop proves that Australian wines really are at their best when they straddle the worlds of sophistication and drinkability, and reveal heaps of flavour, aroma, and expression without leaving you feeling confused. How do they manage it? Well, Matt and John spend their time seeking out the best grapes grown in some of Australia’s most unique vineyards, and make their wines with a no-nonsense, unpretentious, and back-to-basics approach that hits the spot every time.
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Taste Profile
This wine’s tasting notes.
Sweetness
lowmediumhigh
Body
lightmediumfull
Fruitiness
nonesomelots
Tannins
lowmediumhigh
Acidity
lowmediumhigh
Oak
nonesomelots
Alcohol
low (under 12%)medium (12-14%)high (14%+)
Taste Summary
This wine’s tasting notes are leaning towards medium bodied, low sweetness, with medium acidity, very fruity, medium tannins, medium alcohol and some oak.
Specs
Region
McLaren Vale
country
Australia
Grape type
Touriga Nacional
Wine Maker
First Drop
Alcohol
13%
Vintage
2020
Cellar period
1-3 years
Production method
Vegan
State
SA
Pairing guide
Portuguese-style reds have been right at the top of our list of favourites for some time now, and this Touriga Nacional does a fantastic job of delivering a deep punch of flavour and sophistication. It’s going to pair brilliantly with smoked meats, barbecued ribs, and any combination of roast or grilled lamb with loads of fresh herbs. Traditional pairings like roasted octopus are never a bad option, and ingredients like ancho chilli and padron capsicums will also work brilliantly. If all else fails, match it with a meat pie - it’ll work a treat!
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Food
Spanish Cuisine
Grilled Vegetables
Capsicum
Gluten Free
Tastes
Bitter
Earthy
Fruity
Rich
Moods
Contemplative
Creative
Romantic
Mood for something different
Seasons
Cooler Months
Recipe Matches
Wine region
McLaren Vale, Australia
Nestled in the rolling hills of South Australia, about 45mins due south of Adelaide, the McLaren Vale wine region is a haven for wine lovers. The region is known for its big, bold red wines, particularly Shiraz and Grenache, as well as its fresh, vibrant whites from fun varieties like Fiano and Grenache Blanc. The warm climate and unique soils of McLaren Vale give the wines produced there a distinct character that will make your taste buds sing. So why not grab a bottle (or two) from McLaren Vale and let the good times roll!
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